Have you ever wanted to learn the craft of improvisation? It is one of the most popular performance art forms around. Would you like to know the secrets and tricks of the Improv trade? Find out in this Improvisational Acting course. The objectives of this group are to discover the fundamentals of improvisational comedy, learn techniques to think quickly on your feet and to be more creative. This spirited, fun course is designed for the business person, as well as the actor or comedian who wants …

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Have you always wanted to try improv, but been a little squeamish? Or are you just looking for something local to keep on your game?  This is your opportunity to break out of your comfort zone and get silly in a rich, supportive environment!  Fun, fast paced, one day workshops and 6 week classes for all levels.  Play improv games and learn scenework based on the astounding techniques of the infamous Groundlings School in Hollywood (....I see famous people....). YUM! Plus....free improv shows b …

This group is dedicated to bringing you the very best comedy in LA from the very best of the Midwest! Each show will feature and highlight a specific state from the heartland of America and will give out amazingly special deals and/or prizes from restaurants that bring that great Midwestern mentality to Los Angeles! Kansas City BBQ, Chicago Deep Dish, and Minnesota Nice all rolled into one amazing night of Comedy! Best part? Every show is FREE admittance to the members of this group!

I believe the best sort of therapy is laughter, and the purpose of this group is to create a group of Improvisors who will do short form improv games for patients and people in need, to help them forget about their troubles and laugh. It is totally on a volunteer basis , and we will get together once a month to rehearse and approximately 1-2 per month to perform in these facilities. This is a great group for anyone who has short form improv experience and would like to use it to make a differenc …

Standby: Meet others in your local area interested in Acting on all levels. Action: Improv. Comedy, Burlesque or Drama, from novice to professional. Come and just have some fun time. Events occur sometimes on the week-end during the day, mostly on week ends. We record it on camera when desired. Build some scenes, put them together on DVD and use our collaborative product in our respective portfolios, whether we are actors, directors, camera, sound or light people, writer, animator or simpl …

LA/California Stand Up Comedy and Fly-Ass Jokes is just people getting together to watch GOOD live, local comedy. Comedians range from big names to up-and-comers. Venues range from pizza parlors and coffee shops to big names like Laugh Factory, Comedy Store and the IMPROV. Each show selected with careful consideration put into the type of venue and comedic line up as well as the affordability for LA Stand Up Comedy and Fly-Ass Jokes.  Often times group members will receive exclusive discounts as …

IMPROV MEETUP: This group is for: 1. Improv teams searching for shows 2. For Improv actors looking to be in a venue troupe 3. For Improv fans!!!  (come see Improv shows!!) ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. TEAMS: Improv Teams/Sketch comedy groups - We're looking for quality teams that have professional training from the top Improv LA schools, and we’re producing shows for the best teams in town. ------------------------------------------------------------ …

Why limit yourself to your daily routine when each day is a opportunity to learn something new? Everyone has a passion and if you haven't discovered yours yet, come join us at one of our events. Each meetup will offer a face to face introduction to a new activity run by knowledgeable people who would love to share their passion with you - free of charge. In 2012, you can look forward to Zumba, improv comedy, Capoeira, organic gardening, Mandarin for beginners, and so much more. We want to instil …

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The Los Angeles EPIC Spanish Group strives to bring LA county Latino-culture lovers together with better & unique ideas in Spanish language learning. (1) In this Meetup you will learn and practice Spanish using Improv games & skills . Unlike boring meetups where you learn to say Hello and what did you have for dinner, with us you will find real and dynamic interchange where you learn to use emotions, expressions and strive to sound like a real Spanish communicator. (2) We also plan to start some …

… For more than 25 years, his insights have guided hundreds of professionals; “dramatically” improving the quality of their lives. He has more than 30 patents, has a dual major in Social and Cultural Anthropology, and Electronics Engineering, His Ph.D., is in the Philosophy of Religion, He lectured and was research associate in the Graduate School for the Study of Human Consciousness at John F. Kennedy University in Orinda, California, Founder of the Center of Excellence, Consultant to The Center …

Sherman Oaks Toastmasters Monday and Thursday night in the Sherman Oaks Galleria .  Besides having weekly access to two clubs joining this meetup will connect you with many new friends. Over the past year the club has created an Improv Group (EPIC) that has propelled many of us out of our comfort zone. What is this meetup.com group for. (1) Has meeting location Information and recaps of prior meetings to give a sample of what transpires. (2) You don't have to pay anything simply   join the meetu …

  Are you Sick of cooking & eating dinner alone? Bored of watching fictitious tv characters "live" life? Tired of seeing on Facebook & Twitter other people having fun? Then join one of the many other groups on Meetup.   But seriously, this group differs in that anyone can help plan get-togethers. I'm busy and can't participate, so do as you please, Wikipedia-style. Many groups already exist with various activities/events. However, mysteriously, not many go to comedy shows.   Why? Who …

  Would a group of  men & women sharing your dreams . .  supporting, encouraging and mentoring you, be beneficial at this time in your life...Our purpose  is  "Educating People & Bridging The Gap To Their Success". We're seeking  like minded culturally diverse professional men and women who will come together to ENJOY meetings & mixers, Raw Food workshops, holistic education, cruises,  poetry,business networking with lots of laughter provoked by some of the funniest comedians around, and best of …

… Lissette and her husband have also supported classes by other teachers, theatre programs for children through their non-profit organization, and have also produced music shows, plays and Improv shows for local and regional acts in Las Vegas, and now in Hollywood.  Hollywood events will include actor’s scenes showcases, sketch comedy events, and screenings for directors, designed to enhance the marketability of emerging actors and filmmakers. Earlier in her career, Lissette videotaped castings at …