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Courses taught by the Calgary, Alberta based founder of Theatresports, Micetro Impro, Gorilla Theatre, and The Life Game.
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KJWI Home Page  Johnstone is one of the few internationally recognized authorities in the field of improvisation, great chunks of which he created, including improvisation forms that include Theatresports, Micetro Impro (or Maestro Impro Gorilla Theatre, and The Life Game Theatresports is known...
http://www.keithjohnstone.com/

Information on classes and schedule. Based in New York, NY.
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Gotham City Improv classes  Improv offers courses in improvisation and comedy writing. You don't need to be an improviser or even a performer to take our Level 1 class. Graduates of our training program perform in our theater. Prospective students are encouraged to try...
http://www.gothamcityimprov.com/classes.php

Houston theater that specializes in classes for kids and adults. Includes .pdf files, class profiles and schedule.
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The Invisible Bus Houston, Texas  A before the storm hit and now have accepted animals fromevacuees at the Houston Astrodome, Reliant Arena and George R. Brown Convention Center Their pets aren't allowed The SPCA anticipatehundreds more in the coming days and weeks. Please help! Here's...
http://www.invisiblebus.com

Offers descriptions, instructions and tips on games and exercises, as well as information for putting on a show.
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Learn Improv  This simple site is devoted to learning improvisational comedy. One cannot really learn improvisational comedy from a web page, however the list of exercises included here will definitely help. For the last 7 years this site has been known as...
http://www.learnimprov.com/

A workshop for anyone seeking to nourish their creativity through comedy improv games, theatre, yoga and fun.
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Improvisation for the Spirit  An inspiring retreat shows how confronting stage fright can be a fun and funny- way to tap into hidden confidence and creativity. This is women at their best laughing, empathizing and noticing and applauding every tiny milestone that anyone reaches....
http://www.improvforthespirit.com/

Two week intensive workshop bringing together improvisers from around the globe.
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International Improv School Loose Moose Theatre  Canada has welcomed participants from around the world. Performers and teachers have come from Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, Finland, Germany, Holland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, New Zealand, Netherlands Antilles, Norway, Scotland, Slovenia, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland and the United States...
http://www.loosemoose.com/school.htm

Provides workshops and training in the Toronto, Canada area. Online schedule and workshop FAQ.
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Bad Dog Theatre wfsection  Articles currently sorted by: Title (Z to A) Copyright 2004 by Bad Dog Theatre| Design by DVNT...
http://www.baddogtheatre.com/mod...s/wfsection/index.php?category=3

Offers both short and long form classes in the San Francisco Bay Area. Complete schedule, instructor bios, and online registration.
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BATS Improv School of Improvisational Theatre  Improv has a class for you. New workshops, designed for a variety of skill levels, start each month, year-round. Over the past 20 years, BATS has gained a reputation as one of the best schools of improvisational theatre anywhere in...
http://www.improv.org/school/

Offers a 4 level adult workshop series culminating in audtions for the live performance troupe.
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ComedySportz Training Center; Improv comedy with a competitive edge! If you like Whose Line is it Anyway? then you'll love this Chicago-based live theatrical event!  Sportz offers five levels of CORE classes in comedic improvisation. Each level builds on the one before and all classes culminate in a showcase performance on the ComedySportz stage. Students who graduate from ComedySportz Level505 will have the unique opportunity...
http://www.comedysportzchicago.com/site/epage/11432_245.htm

Brisbane, Australia based workshops for those 16 and older. Online schedule and registration information.
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Impro Workshops- learn not to think!  E runs regular rounds of impro workshops for those who want to learn more about impro be it for acting skill, personal development or just Here's the details on the next round of workshops: There are five different courses being...
http://members.optusnet.com.au/edgeimprov/workshops.html

Austin, Texas affiliate of Theatresports teaching classes at all levels.
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Heroes of Comedy Show Schedule  We teach all levels of improv comedy in a fun, supportive environment where you will learn to take bold risks, celebrate failure and unlock your creativity. The Heroes School of Improv offers improv training to people aged 18 to 80...
http://heroescomedy.com/classes/class_home.html

Three tracks of training as well as workshops and specialty classes. Schedules, course details, and directions.
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Classes- Los Angeles Theatresports: The Improvisational Theater Company  Theatresports strives to create a safe and fun environment for people to explore their spontaneity. Classes are designed for professional actors and writers as well as people looking for a new creative outlet. LATS training serves all improvisors whether they...
http://www.theatresports.com/classes.shtml

Professional, amateur, high school, and teen training. Offers online schedule and registration.
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National Comedy Theatre: Classes Education  HOME SHOWS ONLINE TICKET SALES DIRECTIONS |CORPORATE EVENTS TRAINING| CLASSES EDUCATION FUNDRAISERS COMPANY SHOP FLASH FUNHOUSE LINKS| GUESTBOOK CONTACT KIDS PARTIES| GROUP SALES| OUR THEATRE 2002-2005 National Comedy Theatre. All Rights Reserved. For problems or help, email cszla_o47@yahoo.com....
http://www.comedysportzla.com/classes.htm

Offers workshops for adults, children, and teens in the heart of Silicon Valley. Online schedules and registration.
http://www.national-comedy.com/classes.html

Offers training to children and adults at all experience levels in Chicago, Detroit, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, and Toronto.
http://www.secondcity.com/training-education/

Seattle, Washington based workshops from one of the mothers of improv comedy.
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The Spolin Center Workshops  Playing produces this state Viola Spolin Theater Games, Improv Scene Workshop Tuesday Evenings 7-9pm Starting TBA Acting/Improv for Adults Tuesday Evenings 7 PM to 9:30 PM Classes meet at the East Shore Unitarian Church located at 12700 SE 32nd Street...
http://www.spolin.com/workshops.html

Auckland wide program training teachers, leaders, and students in the competitive improv format.
http://www.theatresports.co.nz/schools/

Los Angeles based Chris Barnes teaches various forms such as games, scenes, and long form.
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Welcome to the Comedy Dojo  ...
http://www.comedydojo.com/

Albany, California based school featuring an online schedule of adult training workshops.
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EAST BAY IMpRoV HOME PAGE  Teaching adults to play since 1994 SAN FRANCISCO EAST BAY AREA'S BEST FULLY COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL OF IMPROV PERFORMANCE GROUP EAST BAY IMpRoV classes have been listed in the EXPRESS Best of the East Bay Reader's Choice Awards Our workshops are...
http://www.eastbayimprov.com/

Offers adult training heavily influenced by the works of Viola Spolin, and Keith Johnstone. Based in Los Angeles, California.
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Screaming Frog Productions Film, Comedy and Improvisation in Los Angeles  We came up with this unofficial guide Jenelle Riley, Back Stage West Group Private Workshops We specialize in one-day workshops that help unleash creativity, inspire confidence and are just plain fun. Give yourself a day to study improv and find...
http://www.screamingfrog.com/classes.html

Southern California drop-in adult workshops. No registration required.
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Improvisation Workshops  Theatre offers workshops in improvisational comedy and anyone can attend. Just drop in on a Monday or Saturday workshop--it's a great deal of fun, even if you've never done it before. First workshop FREE! Saturdays from 10:00 am 12:30 pm...
http://www.liverytheatre.org/workshops.html

New York City drop-in workshops taught by John Swist.
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QUICKTHINKING Improv  These pages are copyright 2003 by QUICKTHINKINGImprov, Inc....
http://quickthinkingimprov.com/

Offers Spolin Theatre Games primarily in Missouri to children, adults, and special seniors only classes.
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The Official Website for Ed Reggi  Improvisation teaches poise, quick thinking and cooperation skills, while developing the ability to create and communicate characterization both physically and vocally. Master improv actor and student of Paul Sills (founder of Chicago's Second City) Ed Reggi teaches improvisation in the...
http://www.edreggi.com/classes.html

Teaching teens, actors, non-actors, and corporate since 1981 in New York City.
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Improv Workshops  Peller infoatimprovworkshop.com 917-416-5580 IMPROV HOTLINE 718-491-4449 Please Vote this website into the Improv Top 50 (the more votes the higher up the top 50) Improvisation Workshops With Hal Peller (An Improv Tradition Since 1981) Workshops Starting Soon! Custom Workshops for...
http://www.improvworkshop.com

Training for all ages in Chatham, Ontario. Includes list of games, photo gallery, course descriptions and pricing.
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Take A Bow  Productions your source for Premium Entertainment December 17th/05 Rudolph The Red Nosed ReindeerEducation Through Drama 2005-2006 FALL DRAMA Classes SOLD OUT What's New Sears Drama Costume Design Award...
http://www.takeabowproductions.com