We’re kicking off 2012 with a fresh approach to classes, coaching, workshops and shows!
FOUNDATION SERIES
At the core of Bad Dog’s improv training program is our three-level Foundation Series. These classes are where we tackle the basics… the meat and potatoes of improvising… the bricks and mortar of building scenes. Our Foundation Series sets the table for our intermediate, advanced and performance-oriented workshops & classes – everything from shortform & competitive improvisation (featured in our flagship show: Theatresports) to longform genre pieces (like our critically acclaimed Dreadwood and BattleAwesome Awesomestar) to musical improvisation (like Troubadour!) to more experimental formats (like Toronto Secrets)…
You won’t be a master of improvisation after taking the Foundation Series… but you should have just that: a foundation. A basic vocabulary. Something to build on, whether you are looking to become a more confident performer or just find a greater comfort level thinking creatively or speaking in public.
Click on any of the start dates below for class details and registration information.
FOUNDATION 1: BEGINNINGS
When it is: Thursdays from 6-9pm starting February 2
How long it runs: 7 weeks
Where it takes place: Saturdays @ Comedy Bar (945 Bloor St. W.) // Thursdays @ Fraser Studios (115 Danforth Ave.)
How much it costs: $245 (HST included)
Who’s teaching: Marcel St. Pierre
FOUNDATION 2: MIDDLES
When it is: Saturdays from 11am-2pm starting January 28
How long it runs: 7 weeks
Where it takes place: Saturdays @ Comedy Bar (945 Bloor St. W.)
How much it costs: $245 (HST included)
FOUNDATION 3: (ODDS &) ENDS
When it is: not running this term, expected start date is May 2012
How long it runs: 7 weeks
Where it takes place: Comedy Bar (945 Bloor St. W.)
How much it costs: $245 (HST included)
ADVANCED PLACEMENT WORKSHOPS
When it is: Saturdays from 12-2pm starting February 11 OR Wednesdays from 6pm-8pm starting February 22
How long it runs: 4 weeks
Where it takes place: Comedy Bar (945 Bloor St. W.)
How much it costs: $100 (HST included)
PERFORMANCE SERIES
Basic Performance Series class structure:
- 8 weeks of class/rehearsal (2 hours per week)
- 4 weeks of live performances running concurrently with the last 4 weeks of class/ rehearsal
- Feedback following each performance from both the class instructor/director and a second faculty member offering an audience perspective independent of the class objectives
PERFORMANCE SERIES: PLAY! with Kris Siddiqi
Who it’s for: experienced improvisers who are comfortable with scenework & direction (by application)
When it is: workshop component – Sundays from 2-4pm starting January 29 / performance component – Tuesdays at 8pm for 4 weeks starting February 21
How long it runs: 8 weeks
Where it takes place: Comedy Bar (945 Bloor St. W.)
How much it costs: $200 (HST included)
PERFORMANCE SERIES: Put Down Your Script with Colin Munch
Who it’s for: experienced performers who do not have a background in improvisation
When it is: workshop component - Tuesdays from 6-8pm starting February 7 / performance component – Tuesdays at 8pm for 4 weeks starting February 21
How long it runs: 8 weeks
Where it takes place: Comedy Bar (945 Bloor St. W.)
How much it costs: $200 (HST included)
