Chicago Improv and Beer
with
Anthony Whitaker
TOP RATED
20 Have Dabbled
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Arts & DIY
Event Overview
Improv and Beer is a perfect chance for someone thinking about taking an Improv class but not sure it will be the right fit. We provide a "no pressure" atmosphere for learning traditional Improv Games and Exercises based in the style of Chicago's Second City while enjoying a couple of our city's best brews (no crap beer). 21 AND OVER ONLY! ID REQUIRED. Two beers per student are complimentary and there is a cash bar at the venue.
Our classes begin with a variety of ice-breaking games that will help classmates get to know each other quickly, followed by some hilarious scene work. No prior experience in improvisation is required for this class, only the willingness to let go and enjoy yourself. A very successful class for people who are looking to be comfortable with off-the-cuff public speaking or for someone who really enjoyed being in their high school play but haven't been on stage since.
Learn to be more spontaneous. Bring out your inner insanity and get approval for doing it. Learn to laugh at yourself.
Minimum age
All ages welcome
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Anthony Whitaker
TOP RATED
Anthony Whitaker, originally from South Carolina, has lived in Chicago for over 20 years working as a professional actor, playwrite, musician, director and teacher. Anthony attended the Conservatory Program at Chicago's Second City, where he studied with Stephen Colbert, Jim Sherman, Don Depollo and many others. He has taught Improv and Acting for the past 15 years for Moraine Valley Community College, Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools, the Rumble Arts Center and a whole slew of other places.
In 2011, he co-founded the New American Folk Theatre and wrote and directed a successful six-week run of "Two from the trailer Court" and will be following that up with "The Marvelous Land of Oz" in the Spring of 2013.
EXPERIENCE REVIEWS
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Russell P.Reviewed on 03/04/13"So much fun!"
That was the overall message from each of my fellow students. The class size was just big enough to allow us to learn from and play off of each other. The concepts taught are transferable skills that can be utilized in presentations, meeting facilitation, or even just interactions in everyday life. Anthony is not only a talented performer, he has a gift for teaching."So much fun!"
That was the overall message from each of my fellow students. The class size was just big enough to allow us to learn from and play off of each other. The concepts taught are transferable skills that can be utilized in presentations, meeting facilitation, or even just interactions in everyday life. Anthony is not only a talented performer, he has a gift for teaching. -
Dane C.Reviewed on 03/04/13A great experience for improv rookies. The small group and the beer made it easy to try (and fail) without an audience. And although I may never master improv, the rules of improv we learned can be taken and molded to be a better conversationalist, brainstormer, daydreamer, and parent (just to name a few).
A great experience for improv rookies. The small group and the beer made it easy to try (and fail) without an audience. And although I may never master improv, the rules of improv we learned can be taken and molded to be a better conversationalist, brainstormer, daydreamer, and parent (just to name a few).
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Molly R.Reviewed on 03/04/13I loved this class! I'm an introvert by nature and it was fun to step outside of my comfort zone and be creative, learn how to think on my feet a little better and have fun in front of complete strangers! The fact that it was a small class made it much more comfortable and the instructor was so encouraging and helping me bring out my inner improv!
I loved this class! I'm an introvert by nature and it was fun to step outside of my comfort zone and be creative, learn how to think on my feet a little better and have fun in front of complete strangers! The fact that it was a small class made it much more comfortable and the instructor was so encouraging and helping me bring out my inner improv!
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Megan Z.Reviewed on 02/15/13It was a great enviornment- very laid back, but also very encouraging. The mix of socializing/beer tasting allowed everyone to feel very at ease. I also suspect it had something to do with me volunteering first for a lot of exercises- I was plesantly surprised with myself!
It was a great enviornment- very laid back, but also very encouraging. The mix of socializing/beer tasting allowed everyone to feel very at ease. I also suspect it had something to do with me volunteering first for a lot of exercises- I was plesantly surprised with myself!
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Kate W.Reviewed on 02/04/13
perfect introduction to improv!
From Teacher:
Thanks for the input. Will definitely do it that way the next time. Good advice.
perfect introduction to improv!
From Teacher:
Thanks for the input. Will definitely do it that way the next time. Good advice.
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Ann G.Reviewed on 02/03/13
It was really fun.I will be at the next one hopefully not as nervous.
I think i may try something else in improv at second city.Loved the theater we were at too
Great vibe!It was really fun.I will be at the next one hopefully not as nervous.
I think i may try something else in improv at second city.Loved the theater we were at too
Great vibe!
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