Blackbox Comedy Festival Intensive - 9/13 - 9/16


Tim Orr

Relapse is hosting the 2010 BBCF’s Long-Form Intensive, taught by Tim Orr and Regina Saisi of the Improv Playhouse of San Francisco. It is the best, most in-depth, quality Long-Form education that 4 days can offer. This intensive focuses on the core elements that make San Francisco-style Long-Form successful - ensemble, narrative, acting, and genre/characters - and culminates in a performance with the instructors. Explore San Francisco’s unique style of sustained, improvised narratives while working with these master coaches on professional vocal and physical stage techniques. This intensive is for improvisers who have performing experience, have at least some Long-Form experience, and want to step their play up to the next level. The Long-Form Intensive curriculum is designed by Tim Orr.

Class Time/Dates:
MON 9/13-THU 9/16 from 9am-6pm
Performance Time/Dates:
THU 9/16-SAT 9/18 from 8-8:30pm
Schedule:
Four 8-hr class sessions. Three 30-min performances. One performance per student.

$400. Register before July 20 and get the discount price of $350. (This intensive is normally priced at $549 in San Francisco). Receive a BBCF 2010 All Access Pass ($85 value) for FREE when you register.

Additional info and registration at http://bbcfintensive.atlantaimprov.com/


New Teen Improv Class - 07/26


Kellan Standup

Starting July 26th:

Five 2-hour workshops - Only $200

Instructor: Kellan Meador

- express your creativity
- increase your confidence
- fine-tune your communication skills
- connect with people and focus on teamwork

This two hour workshop will incorporate improvisation and acting to teach teens, from ages 13-18, the art of improv comedy entertainment. PLUS! The Saturday following the week long intensive a performance space will be provided to show all your family and friends what you have learned. This is a great opportunity to perform and work with working improv actors here in Atlanta’s newest and biggest comedy club, Relapse Theatre. If you have ever been interested or intrigued by improv, theatre, or comedy in general, this is your chance to try it!

To register, contact Kellan Meador at 352-672-4357 or kellan@relapsecomedy.com

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Jackpie Theatre Workshop


starting Monday, June 28th, 2010 at 7pm

Long-form Improv with Jim Karwisch, Artistic Director, The JaCKPpie Theatre Workshop

Cost: $200 for the 8-week session

Jim Karwisch

Thinking about learning improv? You’ve come to the right place! Jackpie runs Atlanta’s only Long-form Improv Training School. Our five-level training program is perfect for those with no prior experience all the way up to the seasoned improv veteran.
About Level One: This class covers improv theater and long-form basics such as play-writing dialogue, the director’s eye, listening skills, and give-and-take. Solo and partnered exercises help students develop honest, fleshed-out characters and prepare them for the strange new world of Long-form Improv and Spontaneous Theatre.

* Each class meets once a week for three hours. Each session is eight weeks long.
* To register, go to classes.JaCKPie.com
* Class size is limited to 14 to guarantee personal attention
* Classes are designed for both veteran improvisers as well as those completely new to the craft of improvisation
* We recommend you see a few JaCKPie shows before signing up for classes



Standup Comedy Class with Jarrod Harris


starting Monday, June 7th, 2010

through July 10th
Taught by Jarrod Harris! Limited spots available.

* People tell you you’re funny? Do something about it?
* Become a comic or overcome fear of public speaking.
* Turn those funny thoughts into jokes.
* Save yourself years of painful experimentation.
* A great way to meet new and interesting people.
* Class taught on a real comedy stage in Buckhead.
* Prepare your very own 5 minute stand-up comedy set.
* Graduation show performed in front of a packed house.

Jarrod recently made his Comedy Central debut and was a finalist in the prestigious San Francisco Comedy Competition, Boston International Comedy Festival, and a favorite at the Detroit Comedy Festival. Jarrod also hosted the first annual Laughing Skull Festival and currently headlines all over the US, and performs regularly on the top shows in LA and NYC. Jarrod has worked with Robin Williams, Dana Carvey, Patton Oswalt, Ron White, and Lewis Black plus too many more to fit in this space. Jarrod currently writes and develops television and film scripts with some of the biggest names in the business. Come learn stand-up from a comedian that is currently working with some of the best in the industry.

This class is every Monday evening at Relapse Theatre. Classes are 7-9pm and the cost is just $250. To reserve your spot for this class just paypal $100 deposit to “theundergroundcomic@yahoo.com” Or you can pay the balance in full the first class on June 7th.
There are limited spots available.

Phone: 404-483-2035
Website: www.jarrodharris.com
Email: theundergroundcomic@yahoo.com
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Jackpie Theatre Workshop


starting Wednesday March 3rd 2010 at 7pm

Long-form Improv with Jim Karwisch, Artistic Director, The JaCKPpie Theatre Workshop

Cost: $200 for the 8-week session

Jim Karwisch

Thinking about learning improv? You’ve come to the right place! Jackpie runs Atlanta’s only Long-form Improv Training School. Our five-level training program is perfect for those with no prior experience all the way up to the seasoned improv veteran.
About Level One: This class covers improv theater and long-form basics such as playwrighting dialogue, the director’s eye, listening skills, and give-and-take. Solo and partnered exercises help students develop honest, fleshed-out characters and prepare them for the strange new world of Long-form Improv and Spontaneous Theatre.

* Each class meets once a week for three hours. Each session is eight weeks long.
* To register, go to classes/JaCKPie.com
* Class size is limited to 14 to guarantee personal attention
* Classes are designed for both veteran improvisers as well as those completely new to the craft of improvisation
* We recommend you see a few JaCKPie shows before signing up for classes



Jackpie Theatre Workshop


starting January 6th 2010 at 7pm

Long-form Improv with Jim Karwisch, Artistic Director, The JaCKPpie Theatre Workshop

Cost: $200 for the 8-week session

Jim Karwisch
Thinking about learning improv? You’ve come to the right place! Jackpie runs Atlanta’s only Long-form Improv Training School. Our five-level training program is perfect for those with no prior experience all the way up to the seasoned improv veteran.
About Level One: This class covers improv theater and long-form basics such as play-writing dialogue, the director’s eye, listening skills, and give-and-take. Solo and partnered exercises help students develop honest, fleshed-out characters and prepare them for the strange new world of Long-form Improv and Spontaneous Theatre.

* Each class meets once a week for three hours. Each session is eight weeks long.
* To register, go to classes/JaCKPie.com
* Class size is limited to 14 to guarantee personal attention
* Classes are designed for both veteran improvisers as well as those completely new to the craft of improvisation
* We recommend you see a few JaCKPie shows before signing up for classes



Scenework with Bob Wood


Starting November 1st, 2009 at 3pm

Short-form improv with Bob Wood, Artistic Director, Relapse Theatre

Cost: $600 for the 6-month program

Bob Wood, Founder and Artistic Director of Relapse Theatre
This intense acting program will focus on two-person improvised scenes and honing the skills that lead to powerful performance, including: emphasis on the 2-person Relationships, Character work driven by real Emotions, and Use of Movement to inspire genuine feelings

* Class meets Sundays 3-5 pm
* Students are also encouraged to take advantage of jam sessions that are 7:30 - 9:30 PM on Wednesdays
* No experience necessary; all levels welcome
* Guaranteed performance time as part of the program
* Comfortable clothes and notebook required
* Payment plans available

For more information and to register, contact Bob@RelapseComedy.com or call 678.887.7809.



Jackpie Theatre Workshop


starting October 20th, 2009 at 7pm

Long-form Improv with Jim Karwisch, Artistic Director, The JaCKPpie Theatre Workshop

Cost: $200 for the 8-week session

Jim Karwisch
This class covers long-form improv basics such as playwriting dialogue, the director’s eye, listening skills, and give-and-take. Solo and partnered exercises help students develop honest, fleshed-out characters and prepare them for the strange new world of Long-form Improv and Spontaneous Theatre. Often those with previous improv experience wish to skip our level 1 class as they fear that it will be remedial and cover things they have already studied. The curriculum at JaCKPie is designed to act as a masters class for experienced players and an intro class for newer improvisers.

* Each class meets once a week for three hours. Each session is eight weeks long.
* To register, go to classes.JaCKPie.com
* Class size is limited to 14 to guarantee personal attention
* Classes are designed for both veteran improvisers as well as those completely new to the craft of improvisation
* We recommend you see a few JaCKPie shows before signing up for classes


Jackpie Theatre Workshop


Starting June, 2009

Summer Jackpie Classes:

Level 1 starts Monday June 29th at 7pm
Level 2 starts Monday June 29th at 7pm
Level 3 starts Wednesday July 1st at 7pm
Level 4 starts Tuesday June 30th at 7pm
Masters Class starts Saturday June 27th at 3pm

The JaCKPie Theatre Workshop is quickly becoming known as the home for long-form improvisation and spontaneous theater in Atlanta. Our classes are designed for both veteran improvisers, as well as those completely new to the craft of improvisation. Many of the improvisers who complete our training program go on to perform on teams here at JaCKPie Theatre.

For class information, on-line registration, and other details, go to Jackpie.com


Jackpie Theatre Workshop


Starting May, 2009

Jim Karwisch, Founder of JaCKPie Theatre Workshop

The JaCKPie Theatre Workshop is the home for long-form improvisation and spontaneous theater in Atlanta. Our classes are designed for both veteran improvisers, as well as those completely new to the craft of improvisation. Many of the improvisers who complete our training program go on to perform on teams here at JaCKPie Theatre. Mondays at 7 pm, starting May 4th. For registration, cost, and other details, go to Jackpie.com


Jackpie Theatre Workshop


Starting March, 2009

Jim Karwisch, Founder of JaCKPie Theatre Workshop

Wednesdays 7-10 pm, Mar 4th to Apr 22nd. Level 1: Long-form Improvisation by Jim Karwisch. This class covers improv theatre and long-form basics such as playwrighting dialogue, the director’s eye, listening skills, and give-and-take. Solo and partnered exercises help students develop honest, fleshed-out characters and prepare them for the strange new world of Long-form Improv and Spontaneous Theatre. $200. For more information, send a message to info@jackpie.com, visit Jackpie.com, or call 404.272.1212


Syrens of the South


March 1 & 8: Renea Le Roux will teach her Corsetry Class in the back room of the black box theatre. No new students are being taken for these classes at this time. Please go to syrensofthesouth.com for when it will be offered again!

March 1: “Vintage Hair Syles” Talloolah Love has been doing the up-do’s with vintage flair and emphasis on glamour for the past five years. She can show you the secret formula for polishing your look on stage with the perfect coif. It is advisable to bring a camera and be prepared to take notes. Talloolah Love has made her name within stylist circles from her experience with weddings, Hair fashion shows with Aveda, and photo shoots done all over Atlanta. She feels that vintage hairstyles are a lost art and wishes to share it in a fun and practical way to the modern femme fatale!

March 8, 2009: “The Business of Burlesque” Katherine Lashe has put together a class for people who want to take their Burlesque and performance career to the next level. She will expound on how to get your name out there and recognized on a larger scale, go over how to get the seats occupied, and how to negotiate your bookings. Essential for both the hobbyists and the professional alike!



Jackpie Theatre Workshop


Starting January, 2009

Jan. 3rd to Feb 21st, 2009: Jim Karwisch and JaCKPie Theatre Workshop holds the Level 1 improv class. This class covers improv theatre and long-form basics such as playwriting dialog, the director’s eye, listening skills, and give-and-take. Solo and partnered exercises help students develop honest, fleshed-out characters and prepare them for the strange new world of Long-form Improv and Spontaneous Theatre. $200 for 8 weeks starting at 7 pm. For more details, send a message to info@jackpie.com or visit jackpie.com

Jim Karwisch, Founder of JaCKPie Theatre Workshop

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Syrens of the South


Starting September, 2008

Sundays 1-3 PM: Syrens of the South holds classes on costuming on a budget.Classes have a minimum attendance requirement, so if you plan to be there please send us an email to pre-register at syrensofthesouth@gmail.com no later than 5pm the Friday before the scheduled class. $30 each or $100 for four. Class announcements and material requirements will also be made the week preceding the class or the materials will be made available to you with a pre-disclosed fee. Additional information at www.SyrensOfTheSouth.com


Improv with Bob Wood


Starting August 28th, 2008

The latest improv class taught by Relapse Theatre founder and artistic director, Bob Wood, will focus on two-person improvised scenes. This class will teach you how to have powerful performances by emphasizing the Relationship between acting partners, the role of emotions in character work, and how to use movement to inspire genuine feelings and a natural performance. Taught upon a foundation of non-judgment and of improvisation as a life skill. Classes are held Sundays from 2-4 pm with jam sessions every Wednesday night from 7:30-9:30pm. $100 per month. No experience desired or necessary. All levels welcome. Comfortable cloths and notebook required. For more information, contact Bob@RelapseComedy.com or call 678.887.7809.

Bob Wood, Founder and Artistic Director of Relapse Theatre


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