Class Time/Dates: 10:00am - 5:00pm on Friday and Saturday // October 10 and 11

Schedule: 2 sessions

Class size: 12 students maximum

Prerequisite: F4 or equivalent experience required.

In order to sign up for the class, please email [email protected] to confirm eligibility and for the sign up link.

Tuition: $276

Getting “better” at improv can be an elusive goal.

I have noticed that as improvisers become more skillful, they often become less present and less vulnerable. For example, they may reflexively name characters in the scene but not be present when they do it. Counterintuitively, becoming more skilled as an improviser can make us less engaging as a performer. As we develop comfort in certain areas, we spend less time doing the things that are challenging. Perhaps you're really good at naming the elements of the scene, but shy away from interacting with space objects. Ideally, our improv will be a combination of doing the things we do well (and being present in them) and embracing our vulnerability by attempting the things we are not adept at.

In this intensive, we’ll identify the improv skills you are comfortable doing and what you are not. In both areas, I want to lean into the opportunities: Can we be more present in our strengths, joyfully exploring new ways of doing what we already do well? And can we boldly step into our challenges, embracing the power of our vulnerability?

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We have community standards, a conflict process, and a COVID prevention policy in place. Agreement/acceptance of these policies is required to participate in BATS classes. Please use the links above to access and read these policies, and check the boxes during registration to indicate your agreement/confirmation.

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BATS Improv Class Refund Policy

• If you cancel more than 96 hours (4 days) before a class begins, we will refund your tuition less a 15% processing fee.
• If you cancel within 96 hours (4 days) of your first class, or any time after your first class session, your tuition will be forfeit.

In the event that we cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, we’ll refund your tuition in full.

Accessibility at Fort Mason

• Wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking: Fort Mason provides accessible parking spaces and entrances for visitors with disabilities.
• Accessible restrooms: ADA-compliant restrooms are available throughout the facility.

If you need specific accommodations or have unique accessibility concerns, please email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to assist.

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