Long Form Improv is intended for students with some improv experience (Example: Improv Level 301 or more).

The class focuses on grounded scene work rooted in character, relationship, and emotion. Students are encouraged to "find the game" as opposed to the traditional inherited structures of short-form improv wherein the game is known from the start. Various topics and concepts are explored including openings, second beats, callbacks, and tagouts.

Sketch Comedy Writing Level I explores the process of sketch comedy writing (primarily) for the stage.

This 8-week class includes 6 weeks of writing/editing/rehearsing and 2 weeks of performing at The Revival! Students will: use improv to generate ideas; engage in different scene styles (satirical, parody, game-y); and learn the power of a good rewrite. Throughout the session, students will sharpen their skills and develop confidence in writing sketch comedy.

Open to all students currently pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D., this class is a great opportunity to learn important skills for conference presentations, job interviews, and other situations that require thinking on your feet.

Students who complete this course can expect to speak with greater confidence, respond to others with comfort and clarity, and listen with purpose.

No experience is necessary. Students who complete this course may move on to Improv 101.

Most people dread speaking in public. Yet, sooner or later, we all have to do it! Presentations at work; a wedding toast; or leading a group discussion. Sometimes our anxiety gets in the way.

This course is designed to take the fear out of public speaking and insert the fun. Using the underlying skills of improvisation, we will help you become a more effective public speaker.

Weekly exercises enable participants to: maintain focus and concentration; use the body & voice to express clear, detailed choices; respond imaginatively and expressively to various circumstances; and connect to audiences of various sizes.

No experience is necessary.

Everyone loves a good story! Whether you’re an entrepreneur, teacher, salesperson, or student, a story is a great way to engage others.

This class leads students through the process of mining their own lives for compelling stories. While crafting an original first-person narrative students will participate in exercises that focus on story structure, heightening suspense, and connecting to an audience through emotion.

This course is perfect for individuals who want to try storytelling for the first time or those who use storytelling in a business or academic context.

No experience is necessary.

Most people dread speaking in public. Yet, sooner or later, we all have to do it! Presentations at work, a wedding toast, or leading a group discussion. Sometimes our anxiety gets in the way. This course is designed to take the fear out of public speaking and insert the fun.

Using the underlying skills of improvisation, we will help you become a more effective public speaker.

No experience necessary.

Weekly exercises enable participants to:
• Maintain focus and concentration;
• Use the body & voice to express clear, detailed choices;
• Respond imaginatively and expressively to various circumstances; and,
• Connect to audiences of various sizes.

Building on the skills learned in Level I, students will develop techniques to become a more confident and engaging public speaker. Using the underlying skills of improvisation, we will help you present your “best self” in front of audiences of all sizes and formats (in-person, Zoom, etc.).

Weekly exercises enable participants to:
• Appear natural, relaxed, and passionate about their work;
• Respond to questions and handle criticism; and,
• Manage the “room” effectively.

This foundation course gives prospective comics (and armchair comedians!) the confidence and skills they need to develop their personal on-stage identity!

Weekly classes focus on: joke structure; development of material; finding an attitude & persona; connecting with an audience; and creating a cohesive set. The class culminates with a performance at The Revival for friends and family.

No experience necessary.

LA-Based Comic Joe Kwaczala (“Comedy Central Presents…”) gives aspiring comics additional skills to further their career!

Weekly classes focus on: advanced joke structures; material refinement; developing on-stage attitude & persona; and building a cohesive set. Plus a wealth of industry insight from someone with significant stage & screen credits.

The class culminates in an online performance for friends and family.

Pre-requisite: Stand Up Comedy Level I or Similar Experience

A web series is a great way to tell your personal story OR turn your passionate idea into something real.

Short, digestible content is also a great way to show the industry (agents, managers, producers) that you know what you're doing. And it’s a great way to provide “proof of concept.” So let's write one!

In this course, we will explore:
• Components of a good web series;
• Dynamic characters and dialogue;
• Story ideas and killer hooks!

By dissecting successful web content, strengthening the creative process, and talking to industry professionals who have done this work before, you will leave this class with the tools necessary to package yourself as a credible writer, performer, or BOTH.

This workshop guides participants through fundamental improv exercises that help non-native speakers with vocabulary, word sequencing, expressing emotions, and confidence in using English in social and formal situations.

Send inquiries to classes@the-revival.com.

Poetry Unplugged is a creative writing class that specializes in the performance art that is spoken word.

Students will strengthen their public speaking ability and learn how to literally bring words to life from the page.

This class is taught by decorated spoken word phenom, All Def Poetry alumni, The Source Magazine's Unsigned Hype, and The University of Iowa's professor of Hip-Hop, Brandon Alexander Williams.

Send inquiries to classes@the-revival.com.