Improv Gym with Nova Comedy

All levels of improv experience are encouraged to join this weekly drop-in improv class. Walk ins are welcome! About the Class This weekly drop-in class aims to allow members of the improv community to get practice time with a variety of other members, with or without improv experience. The goal is to strengthen the community, increase improv ‘reps’, and provide a safe space for exploration. At The Nova Comedy Collective, this is a LAUNCH CLASS - meaning it's the perfect place to start your journey, and absolutely no prior experience is necessary! About the Location This class is located at The Cambridge Foundry, in a room called The Point. If you head in through the front of the Foundry, you'll see a staircase straight ahead. The room is right at the top of the stairs! An elevator to the second level is also available. And if you need help, you can ask at the front table - The Foundry staff is ready to help! About the Price The Weekly Improv Gym is a pick-your-price event! Tickets are available at any price, including Free! A suggested donation of $10 per ticket helps us maintain our space rental and pay our instructors a fair rate. About The Nova Comedy Collective The Nova Comedy Collective, is a brand new theater group committed to creating new spaces and shows for the Boston comedy community to flourish. Rising from the ashes of spaces lost to the pandemic, this new collective of comedians and creators is embracing radical hope, limitless fun, and uncompromising inclusivity. Comedy is for everyone. Our mission is to create live shows and other adventures in creativity that are unique, daring, and authentic. We promote belonging and community, encourage collaboration and continuous learning, and celebrate imagination, honesty, and risk-taking. At The Nova Comedy Collective, we’re always laughing with you. About the Instructors Improv Gym will be led by a variety of The Nova Comedy Collective instructors - all with years of improv instruction and performance experience! This weekly drop-in class aims to allow members of the improv community to get practice time with a variety of other members, with or without improv experience. The goal is to strengthen the community, increase improv ‘reps’, and provide a safe space for exploration. At The Nova Comedy Collective, this is a LAUNCH CLASS - meaning it's the perfect place to start your journey, and absolutely no prior experience is necessary! About the Location This class is located at The Cambridge Foundry, in a room called The Point. If you head in through the front of the Foundry, you'll see a staircase straight ahead. The room is right at the top of the stairs! An elevator to the second level is also available. And if you need help, you can ask at the front table - The Foundry staff is ready to help! About the Price The Weekly Improv Gym is a pick-your-price event! Tickets are available at any price, including Free! A suggested donation of $10 per ticket helps us maintain our space rental and pay our instructors a fair rate. About The Nova Comedy Collective The Nova Comedy Collective, is a brand new theater group committed to creating new spaces and shows for the Boston comedy community to flourish. Rising from the ashes of spaces lost to the pandemic, this new collective of comedians and creators is embracing radical hope, limitless fun, and uncompromising inclusivity. Comedy is for everyone. Our mission is to create live shows and other adventures in creativity that are unique, daring, and authentic. We promote belonging and community, encourage collaboration and continuous learning, and celebrate imagination, honesty, and risk-taking. At The Nova Comedy Collective, we’re always laughing with you. About the Instructors Improv Gym will be led by a variety of The Nova Comedy Collective instructors - all with years of improv instruction and performance experience! About Shiyanbade Shiyanbade Animashaun is a creative and tech consultant. She enjoys solving complex problems and influencing people positively. She is the founder of KEAJO, a consulting firm primarily focused on solving problems for technical teams, with a unique mix of services and tools that blend technology, art, and education. Also Shiyanbade is a founding member of The Nova Comedy Collective, Via ImprovBoston, Catalyst Comedy, the Women in Comedy Festival, and more. She has performed in various corporate training, resident and indie improv casts. Shiyanbade has worked in storytelling / sketch teams, musicals, podcasts, and video productions. She has directed, produced, and taught various improv casts and has led executive training sessions, workshops and classes for 5000+ individuals of all ages. With 10+ years of formal improv training, she believes that care is its greatest lesson. You can find more of her work at <a href="http://keajo.com/">keajo.com</a> FAQ Q: I've never been to the Cambridge Foundry. What's it like? A: The Foundry is Cambridge's new inclusive hub for creativity and innovation! We love it there! The space is temperature controlled, and comes equipped with an elevator and gender-neutral bathrooms. You can learn more about parking, public transit, and access on their website, cambridgefoundry.org. Q: I've never done any improv, theater, acting, or anything before. Are you SURE this class is for me? A: Absolutely! These Improv Gym classes (or sessions) are for all levels of experience. necessary. Q: Okay, I'll be there. How do I get to right room again? A: This class is at The Cambridge Foundry, in a room called The Point. If you head in through the front of the Foundry, you'll see a staircase straight ahead. The room is right at the top of the stairs! An elevator to the second level is also available. If you need help, you can ask at the lobby. Q: Tell me more about the instructors. A: Our awesome instructors are members of The Nova Comedy Collective. They've taught and performed improv for years and are excited to see you! Q: What is the suggested donation? A: Our suggested donation is $10 per class.

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