Connections

Peformance Series

About the Class
Learn what it's like to be on a long-form improv team! In this nine-week course, you will go from audition to performance, learning how to collaborate, innovate, and take direction. The class is divided into two sections: a 6-week training and format development portion, and a 3-week performance and rehearsal process.

You'll work with the director to develop an original long-form show during the first 6 weeks of this course. Then, you will perform on the stage of the Historic University Theatre for a 3-week engagement, attending "pick-up" rehearsals in between performances so that you can continue to refine your format and receive notes from your director to grow as a performer.

At the end of the class, you will be a part of an improv team that has its own show, ready to perform at any location. You'll leave the program with footage from your shows that you can use to help land your next show! If you are ready to take the leap into improvisation head-first, then this class is for you!

Class Information:

Where:	Rehearsals at Theatre Puget Sound, located on the 4th floor of the Center House, Seattle Center. Performances at The Historic University Theatre.
When:	Rehearsals will run Wednesdays 7-9:30 PM, September 9 - November 4, 2009. Performances will run Sundays 6-9 PM on October 18, October 25, and November 1, 2009.
Who:	Admission to the Performance Series is by audition only (see below for audition details). Improv 101, 201, and 301 are strongly recommended, but not required. Space is limited to 6-10 students, and admission is decided by the director based on the auditions. This class will be directed by Adina Gillett.
Cost:	Participation in the performance series is $275.

Auditions and Additional Information:

Auditions for the September - November 2009 Performance Series will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2009 from 7-9:30 PM at Theatre Puget Sound. You must sign up for an audition spot in advance. Anyone with previous improv experience is welcome to audition.

To sign up for the audition, please complete the online information form, and we will contact you shortly to confirm your audition space. Click here to fill out the form. If you have questions about the Performance Series, please feel free to contact the Education Director, Lauren Domino, at (206) 352-8291 - or email her at education@jetcityimprov.com

You do not need to prepare anything for the audition or bring a photo. During the audition you will be asked to perform in improv scenes with other students. Be prepared to stay for the entire 2.5 hours.

Adina Gillett has been a performer with Jet City Improv since 1999. In addition to performing, she has directed numerous Wing-It Presents shows including, D.R., Cut!, and Lease. She also currently instructs the Improv Dojo and Improv 101 classes. Click here to read more about Adina.