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Improv 1
Improv 1 introduces students to the fundamental concept of “Yes, And” in improvisation. Through group exercises and games, students will explore impulse & spontaneity, listening, being present in the ...
Good for: Improv
Writing 1
Writing 1 is for any student who is looking to start the journey of writing to and for a Second City-style revue. This class is the foundation for scenic comedy writing, a guide for utilizing an impro...
Good for: Writing
Open Stages
The Second City will host Open Stages on Wednesday nights right after the Reppin’ It Improv Jam in Donny’s Skybox. Open Stages is a space for current students to test material they are working on.
Stu...
Good for: Student Events
Intro to Acting
The Second City Acting Program combines improvisational techniques with a variety of scripted media—including materials from the Second City archive—to help students build the foundations of grounded ...
Good for: Acting
Stand-Up 1
In Stand Up 1 you will develop yourself as a solo comedic performer by writing and workshopping your own material. By understanding how earlier stand-up comics evolved, you will experiment outside you...
Good for: Stand Up
Improv 1A
Looking to start your improv journey but not ready to commit to a full term of classes? Improv 1A offers a fun and flexible way to dive into the basics of improvisation. In this 4-week course, you’ll ...
Good for: Improv
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