STORY EVERYWHERE

MONDAYS / 7:00PM-9:00PM / JUNE 30 - AUGUST 4 / 6 WEEKS / NO SHOW / $300 + TAXES / ADULTS 18+

Story Everywhere w/ Brent Skagford

STORY EVERYWHERE is an attempt to reimagine how we think about and perform narrative improv. The approach is based on the belief that, like the title suggests, story is everywhere. Every moment on stage, every gesture, every interaction, is ripe with story potential.

We also believe that you do not need to study story structure or genre to create compelling improvised narratives. Theory like that is all well and good, but if you’re spending your time on stage thinking about structure or genre, you’re probably missing the myriad story potentialities happening right in front of you.

Human beings are hard-wired for stories, it’s how we make sense of the world and how we create meaning in our lives- and we certainly don’t need any theory to do that. Telling stories is not so much a skill as an instinct. We want to see if we can tap into this instinct to create big, bold, captivating narratives in the moment. 

Brent Skagford is a Montreal-based actor, writer, and improviser. He has been performing and teaching across North America and Europe for the past 15 years as one-half of the improv duo Easy Action. earn the delicate art of creating longer stories from the masters of the craft! This class will focus on linking together sets of scenes to create a cohesive tale.

PREREQUISITES:

At least one year of in-class improv experience, or its equivalent. This means a year of class series’, not just drop-in workshops here and there. Longform experience is also necessary, not just scene work or short form. If you are unsure if this includes you or your experience, please contact us.

SCHEDULE:

Mondays 7:00pm - 9:00pm June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4. (No show)

PLEASE NOTE:

In order to offer the best class experience, we require registrants to be able to attend all the days/times, that they have registered for, as well as to arrive 5 minutes before class begins so as to not disturb a class in session.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

Once you register, you will wait to receive an INVOICE, within 24 hours. Once you receive the invoice you will have 24 hours to make your payment to secure your spot

Payment is made by sending an e-transfer to: variationsmileendimprov@gmail.com and using the password improv25 (AFTER YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE INVOICE)

We cannot accept credit cards or cheques, if you’d like to pay by cash, please let us know and we will arrange an appointment.

Mile End Improv is a safe space. Absolutely no abusive behaviour of any kind will be tolerated.

This is a commitment, and we expect those who register to attend the classes they’ve signed up for. Please be considerate; missing a class will affect the other participants and the delivery of the class material for everyone. There are no refunds or credits for missed classes.

Unfortunately, the studios are located on the second floor of the building.

Being a student at Mile End Improv allows you to attend the Every Thursday Improv Show for free during the weeks you are taking classes (if space allows!) 

If your schedule permits, register using the form below. You will receive an invoice, and then you will send payment to variationsmileendimprov@gmail.com

Please use the password answer: improv25