Slapschtick

Don't fight dirty, fight funny. This class offers an environment to learn and develop skills in slapstick comedy and the creation of physical gags or "Schtick". Using slaps, kicks, rolls, and trips, students will create hilarious situations of comic conflict. Students learn physical comedy elements and structure taken from the classic cinema as well as contemporary physical comedy from modern theatrical clowning and comedy. This class will also explore status as a driving force behind physical comedy. Each class includes instruction on stretching and strengthening, physical technique, and collaboration and creation. Students will develop the exquisite timing and skillful execution required for the performance of slapstick comedy as well as generate original material. This is not a stage combat class.