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Improvisation – Level 1
Improvisation is a fun yet powerful to release your creative potential in a fun and supportive environment! In this 6 week course, we explore the basics and fundamentals of improvisation both as a performing and life skill. The course and workshops are designed to be fun and liberating as we unlock our creativity and conquer any inhibitions or fears we harbor.
At the end of the course, participants will grasp the fundamentals of improvisation and will be able to apply those new skills to your personal, work and performing life.

The course runs for 6 weeks every Thursday from March 22nd at 7pm.
Course costs €70 however a special rate of €60 is available for everyone who registers by March 12th. Places are limited to maximise focus on each student.

Special rate for boardsies if registed by 15th March of €55! Just quote your username when registering!

Venue:
Sandyford Wellness Centre
21 Sandyford Office Park (opposite Sandyford Luas)
Dublin 18

To register please email info[at]lowerthetone.com or via PM.

http://www.lowerthetone.com/DublinImprov

http://www.facebook.com/events/241438369280034/

Prepare to unleash your creative, spontaneous self!

Testimonials:

“To say that I enjoyed the Neil’s improv course is an understatement. During of the course the group really bonded and week on week we could see the improvement in each other communication and improvisation skills and that was very much due to Neil’s tuition. I learned loads and thoroughly enjoyed it. Neil really knows his improv!” – Cathal (former student)

“Neil has a natural talent of bringing people together in a creative and dynamic way.” – Deirdre (former student)

"Great course! Did the level 1 course last October! Neil teaches the course in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere! The course pushes you to break away from routine, habit and express yourself in different ways! It can really improve your performance skills! And it was hilarious! I never laughed so hard! Well worth it!!" - Joe (former student)

“It gave us the opportunity to think outside our usual habits, and in particular I learned to take my head out of my smart phone and laptop and give people the attention they deserve. This small point alone helps me communicate, and ultimately do my job, better. I thought Neil’s instruction was particularly good and he mediated the group in a masterful way, guiding us through exercises and putting everyone at ease while out of their comfort zones. We would highly recommend this workshop!” – Aoife (former student)

About The Tutor

Neil has had a passion for improvisation from an early age and has been tutoring improv for many years. Having performed with No Drama Theatre, Laughalot Improv and The Make Up Artists, Neil has performed in venues of all shapes in sizes, from Tedfest to Body & Soul Festival and The Sugar Club. Neil teaches improvisation as both a performing art and a life skill. In recent years Neil has being facilitating Improvisation in Business workshops for many companies including Popcap Games International Ltd and Telefonica Ireland (O2) Ltd.

Hi Anthony,

The next course kicks of on Monday 11th June. More details on the link below.

http://www.lowerthetone.com/dublinimprov/

Would be delighted to have you onboard! If you have any questions about it please feel free to drop me a message!

Improvisation – Level 1
Improvisation is a fun yet powerful to release your creative potential in a fun and supportive environment! In this 6 week course, we explore the basics and fundamentals of improvisation both as a performing and life skill. The course and workshops are designed to be fun and liberating as we unlock our creativity and conquer any inhibitions or fears we harbor.
At the end of the course, participants will grasp the fundamentals of improvisation and will be able to apply those new skills to your personal, work and performing life.

Rather than basing on game based improvisation, participants will be focussing on open scene work to maximise the potential in developing your improvisation further.

The next Level 1 course runs for 6 weeks on 20th May 2013.
Course cost €75. Places are limited to maximise focus on each student. Reduced rate of €70 for boards.ie members! (Please quote your username when registering)

For more info please click here!

Making their debut in Dublin, meet Texan Improv troupe, 'PGraph'

Since their premier in November of 2005, Parallelogramophonograph has been more than just any improv troupe. Fiercely dedicated to the craft and art of improvised theatre, PGraph has held a weekly show non-stop for over 8 years. Early on in their time together Kaci Beeler, Kareem Badr, Roy Janik, and Valerie Ward knew they wanted to do something different onstage. Intrigued by the challenge of telling fantastic fully-improvised stories together as an ensemble, PGraph spent years developing original formats and studying the art of theatre, improv, and storytelling. They’ve toured the country and the world performing and teaching their unique brand of improv with ensemble appearances in over 40 cities in the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK.

We're pleased to have them perform two of their shows in Dublin on Friday July 31st and Saturday August 1st.

Friday 8pm Show: "Improvised French Farce" (Followed by the Frolicking Open Jam)
French Farce is an exploration of the latent comedy in social status. Infidelity, insecurity, and insatiable appetites for wealth and power collide with riveting consequences. No topic is taboo; No neurosis too absurd.

Rich in physical humor and word play, French Farce is a delight to watch. We turn a blank stage into a French salon, a blank script into sharp social commentary, and “improv comedy” into “théâtre improvisé”.

Following the show we will be opening up the stage for an open jam with PGraph!

Doors 8pm, show 8:30pm sharp for both shows.

Saturday 8pm: Villainy (Followed by the Dark Open Jam)
Villainy delves into the dark side of the human condition and tell stories that focus on the villains and anti-heroes we all love to hate.

Villainy explores the thousand faces of evil, cruelty, and hatred, all in one comical, theatrical bundle. The good, sensible person in you will tell you to look away, but you won’t. Indulge in your darker side while we indulge in ours.

Following the show we will be opening up the stage for an open jam with PGraph!

Pricing:
Single Show: €10
Both shows: €16

Venue: The Harbour Playhouse
30 Avenue Road, Portobello, Dublin 8

For participants attending the Intensive weekend, a special rate of €10 in total for both shows.


Testimonials/Media:
★★★★★ “It was a rare treat to watch this highly skilled company”- Theatre People Australia

★★★★★ "Totally brilliant, we LOVED it." -London Improv

“It’s a testament to their commitment to the craft and and their comfort on stage that they managed to sustain a rapt audience through laugh-free periods. You know, like good theater tends to do.”
-The Austinist.com

"Improvised comedy theatre was a genre which I previously wouldn't go within a mile of. But we said that whoever canvassed us first we would attend their show irregardless. What an eye opener! Fantastic acting, genuinely funny and a joy to watch the story unfold. Brilliant!"
- BroadwayBaby at the Edinburgh Fringe 2011

"Capturing the true spirit of the Fringe is this US improv four-piece…the outfit maintain a charismatic warmth throughout [the performance] as well as a sharp wit and excellent understanding of how to hold their audience."
- The List UK