CLASSES FOR ADULTS

“From a teacher’s point of view I just want to say thank you for providing my high school students with their first steps over the bridge to the world of professional improv. This has been an excellent opportunity for them to see themselves as performers outside of the high school setting and I’ve seen a real jump in their self-confidence and professionalism. I just want you to know that the gifts an event like this gives kids can last their whole lives. Thanks again!”

Dorothy Palmer, Teacher, Pine Ridge S.S

All 6-week sessions are $150 + HST.

To register e-mail us at:  info@durhamimprov.com

*Minimum of 6 people to run, get your registration in now!

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Advanced Improv!

Expanding on the techniques of improv with an emphasis on character development, relationships, and finding the “meat” of the scene faster. Prerequisite: Improv for Beginners.

Dates: Next 6-week workshop starting Sunday, April 7th, 2013, 7:30pm-9:30pm

Cost: $150 + HST

Location: Our theatre at 1115 Wentworth Street West, Oshawa

Contact Stephanie to register (647) 899-3342 or info@durhamimprov.com

 

MUSICAL IMPROV!

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Saturday, May 18th, 3;30-6:30pm, $15!

With special guest Chris New, an incredible performer who was also musical director of both the Bad Dog Theatre and Second City!

Pre-register with Stephanie at info@durhamimprov.com

Stick around for the Improv Battle with the Improv Alliance at 7:30pm and see the performers utilize Chris all night!

 
 
 

6-week TV/Commercial & Film Acting workshop!

filmAs actors, working in the industry is the best way to practice our skills, but landing a job can be a daunting task and for some, just figuring out how to get an agent may be enough of a deterrent.  Great news! We are offering a 6 week Acting Workshop for film & TV! Two hours every week we will get together and rehearse popular TV and Movie scenes. At the end of the 6 weeks we will give each participant a Demo Reel with your best takes. We have also secured professional photographer, Jason Chow, for a one day photo shoot enabling you to get professional looking head shots at half his regular price (2 looks for only $150!).

 

This will be a great way to increase your confidence at auditions, get constructive input and meet some fellow actors! You will walk away ready to start auditioning and have the necessary tools to get an agent and that part!

 

Course starts: May 22, 2013
Time: 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Cost: $150 + HST
About the instructor:
DonDon Masters has been in the business for just over 20 years. Having started by winning a Modeling Contest, continued with several runway fashion shows, then was a Toronto Sunshine Boy, did print work for Royal Bank,Home Depot, the Royal Ontario Museum, and Tim Horton’s.   He has appeared in commercials for Pizza Pops, Co-Operators Insurance and Sam’s Town Resort & Casinos. He has hosted “Wheel Knowledge” on CHEX TV for two seasons. He worked with the Discovery Channel production about Vampires, portrayed Richard Jewel on the TV Series Forensic Factor, and had a role on Take this House and Sell It. He has had roles in Man of the Year, Jumper, By Night and was the principle actor in Abattoir.In between the auditions and teaching, Don is busy writing multiple screenplays ranging from animated kids features to all out beat-em up action films.

 

Pre-register with Stephanie at info@durhamimprov.com

5-Week Intro to Acting Workshop!

imagesStarting Friday May 31st

 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Cost: $125 + HST

Have you always wanted to act, but don’t know how to get started?

Or have you been in a few plays and want to know how to do more than just follow your instincts?

Acting is a process that can be learned by anyone at any age. In this class, you will learn in an exciting a safe environment. We will focus on the actor’s fundamental tools: body, voice, imagination, playing an action, living truthfully in imaginary circumstances, and working with a partner. You will learn the basic vocabulary that actors and directors use for staging and character development.

Using a mix of games and scene study, this class will give you a solid foundation to take into auditions and rehearsals or further classes.

Location: Our theatre at 1115 Wentworth Street West, Oshawa

Contact Stephanie to register at info@durhamimprov.com

About the instructor:

kate arms-robertsKate Arms-Roberts has been acting and directing for over 30 years. She has a mix of professional and community theatre experience in theatres in the US and Canada, including performing with the US’s premiere Shakespeare company, Shakespeare & Company. Directing credits include The Mousetrap, Twelfth Night, As You Like It, Roger’s and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Sorcerer, Theft, and Kitchen Witches. She serves on the Board of Ajax Community Theatre and has been part of growing Durham’s latest community theatre from its very first season.