AP1 is an all-encompassing survey course that will give anyone a solid foundation in improvisational comedy – whether you want to perform, direct, write, or just know more. 

New to improv? This class is for you.  AP1 introduces you to Chicago's approach to improv by covering a wide variety of concepts:​

This class will culminate in an optional student showcase at The Annoyance on the final Sunday of the term.

Prerequisite: None

Term 5 (Holiday) 2026 runs 10/12 - 12/13/2026
NO CLASS: 11/23 - 11/29 (Thanksgiving)

Classes meet once a week on the same day each week:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday classes meet 6:30-9pm
Saturday and Sunday classes meet 1-3:30pm

Please be sure about your schedule before you register for class. Here’s why….Your enrollment HOLDS A SPACE in a class that we are no longer able to offer someone else.Class payments are NON-REFUNDABLE, NON-TRANSFERABLE, and can be applied only to the current term’s class for which you have signed up. This applies if you get cast in a show, get a new job, or other situation, or have other changes to your schedule. So please be sure about your schedule before you register.

You will receive an email about 24 hours before your class is scheduled to begin.  This email message will include specific studio/location information, as well as instructor information and additional class related details. 
NOTE: Please add [email protected] and [email protected] to your approved contacts or messages may be sent to spam.