Improv Class One: "Foundations of Fun" is the starting place. This is where you learn the fundamentals: Yes and, agreement, listening and commitment. Group exercises, basic scene work and object work are geared to make students more confident and collaborative.  The class is once a week for four weeks.

WHEN: Mondays from 630pm-830pm; Oct 20, 27 and Nov 3, 10, 2025
withPossible Rain/Snow Date: Sunday, Oct 26 and Nov 9 from 630pm-930pm. 

WHERE: Ellsworth Arts and Events Space, 5950 Ellsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.

REQUIREMENTS: Participants must be 18 years of age or older.

PRICE: $225 (Early registration until Friday, October 3)

INSTRUCTOR: Paul Mattingly 
Paul has been improvising for three decades. His credits include The Second City Mainstage at the Flamingo in Las Vegas, 50 Shades, the Musical Parody,(Christian Grey), Tony and Tina’s Wedding, and Star Trek the Experience at the Las Vegas Hilton.

He is currently co-host of Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social podcast with his comedy improv partner Matt Donnelly.