Mixed Nuts is part workshop, part improv jam where anybody who shows up gets to play! Each week starting at 7pm, we will have a brief workshop taught by OTC teachers and beyond. Then we will randomly break everybody into teams to perform improv. Anybody interested in improv can join in the super fun and supportive environment.
Third Thursdays, starting January 18 (2/15, 3/21, 4/18, etc)
Teens can now connect, and unleash their inner creativity on a fun journey of laughter, spontaneity and endless possibilities as they learn Improv Comedy in an extremely supportive environment. Students will learn the fundamentals of improv through a series of engaging exercises, games, and scene work as each week builds on what was learned the previous week. It is a great opportunity to connect, learn invaluable communication skills and teamwork.
Laura Hall (Musical Director of Whose Line Is It Anyway, The Second City) and Rick Hall (Curb Your Enthusiasm, K.C. Undercover, Seinfeld, The Second City) will be joining a select team of professional improvisers from Northern and Southern California for an evening of musical improv full of laughter and surprises – all completely made up on the spot from audience suggestions! All ages. Tickets: $25 OTC Improv Students; $30 General Admission
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Join Laura Hall (Musical Director, Whose Line is it Anyway, The Second City) and Rick Hall (K.C. Undercover, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Seinfeld, The Second City) for a workshop to teach YOU how to play all those musical improv games that have looked impossible – until now. Laura & Rick create a very supportive environment for improvisers of all levels and musical abilities to find their voices and have fun creating songs on the spot. Ages 18+.
Early Bird Registration for OTC Improv Students: $60 through December 17
General Admission: $70 after December 17
Join in on the fun with our drop-in improv class taught by Chicago-trained improv teacher, Chris Shurland! Develop your creativity and spontaneity through playful exercises and games. Classes meet the FIRST and THIRD TUESDAY of every month at 7 pm in Studio 219 of the Brooks Theater. The first class is free, and subsequent classes are only $10. Reserve your spot or drop-in for your laughter-filled experience.
About Chris Shurland
Chris Shurland is a Chicago-trained improv teacher and performer currently based in Oceanside. He had the good fortune to be trained by some of the nation’s best improv teachers when he completed the training programs at Second City, iO, and Annoyance Theatres as well as numerous workshops and classes across the U.S. and Canada in improv, clowning, and physical comedy.
He has since gone on to perform with several independent and house teams in Chicago, the Bay Area, and Southern California. He also teaches beginning-advanced improv classes and workshops nationally and internationally. Chris can currently be found teaching and performing at theaters and festivals with Irreverent Improv, Chicago-based duo Legends of Public Access, Bay Area-based duo A Couple of Tools, as well as with Finest City Improv’s house team Banker’s Kill and San Diego independent team Indiana Slack.
Join in on the fun with our drop-in improv class taught by Chicago-trained improv teacher, Chris Shurland! Develop your creativity and spontaneity through playful exercises and games. Classes meet the FIRST and THIRD TUESDAY of every month at 7 pm in Studio 219 of the Brooks Theater. The first class is free, and subsequent classes are only $10. Reserve your spot or drop-in for your laughter-filled experience.
About Chris Shurland
Chris Shurland is a Chicago-trained improv teacher and performer currently based in Oceanside. He had the good fortune to be trained by some of the nation’s best improv teachers when he completed the training programs at Second City, iO, and Annoyance Theatres as well as numerous workshops and classes across the U.S. and Canada in improv, clowning, and physical comedy.
He has since gone on to perform with several independent and house teams in Chicago, the Bay Area, and Southern California. He also teaches beginning-advanced improv classes and workshops nationally and internationally. Chris can currently be found teaching and performing at theaters and festivals with Irreverent Improv, Chicago-based duo Legends of Public Access, Bay Area-based duo A Couple of Tools, as well as with Finest City Improv’s house team Banker’s Kill and San Diego independent team Indiana Slack.
7-Week Class Begins January 15
Mondays 7-9 PM
Build upon the foundations established in Level 1 and delve deeper into the art of improvisation as we learn how to build fun and engaging scenes. You will learn to create and embody memorable characters with an emphasis on the importance of building strong relationships within scenes. You will also learn how to make strong choices to heighten scenes. The final week of the 8-week class will be a show for friends and family. $195
7-Week Class Begins January 14
Sundays 10 AM – Noon
Ready to let go, connect, and unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun journey of laughter, spontaneity and endless possibilities as we explore the fundamentals of improv in a supportive environment. Students will learn the fundamentals of improv through a series of engaging exercises, games, and scene work as each week builds on what was learned the previous week. We will focus on building trust, sharpening listening skills, gaining confidence to think creatively in the moment, the concept of Yes And…, and so much more. Not only will you have a ton of fun, you will build self-confidence, soft business skills, and meet new people!