Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Performance impro: sketches

Learn how to do comic improvisation, in a 'Whose line is it, anyway?' style. Performance with an invited audience on final day. Bravery expected.

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Key course information

Dates
24/04/12 - 26/06/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
10 weeks

Time
16:00 - 18:00

Fees
Full fee: £98
Senior fee: £98
Concession: £30

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DF036

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

Still got questions?
drama@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2542

Course outline

What is the course about?

To learn the basic rules of improvisation. You will learn a compendium of comic games and a comedy format for performance, and will then perform a comic show in front of an audience.

What topics will we cover?

Status, spontaneity, skills of improvisation, games, and performance.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Improvise spontaneously.
Master several improvisation games.
Perform an improvised show in front of an audience.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is open for anyone wishing to explore this style of work. You must be brave and committed.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Listen and respond to instructions and feedback.
• Communicate clearly in discussion and drama practice.
• Read and respond to a variety of text.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take notes.
• Work within groups and pairs safely.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Group work, pair work, individual work.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Performance Improvisation: the Play.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
24/04/12 to 26/06/12	Tue	16:00 - 18:00	10 weeks	£98	£98	£30	DF036	Available	» Select
16/09/11 to 02/12/11	Fri	18:30 - 21:15	12 weeks	£178	£178	£75	DF020	Finished	» Select