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Discover the art of improv comedy in this beginner-friendly class!

Looking for the perfect improv comedy class in Sacramento? Designed for adults who are new to improv, this fun and supportive class helps you build confidence, improve public speaking, and connect with others through short-form games and on-the-spot creativity.

When: Weekend intensive - Saturday, August 8th and Sunday, August 9th | 10 AM - 5 PM both days
Location: Eagle Theater - California Historical Landmark #595, 921 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Daily Schedule:

Day 1 and Day 2:

10 AM – 1 PM: Part 1 (we will have a 5 minute break every hour)

1 PM – 2 PM: Lunch (We will have an optional group lunch at Frankie's Pizza around the corner)

2 PM – 5 PM: Part 2 (we will have a 5 minute break every hour)

During this class, students will learn to:

Revisit and embrace the powers of playfulness and joy in a supportive environment
Work collaboratively with scene partners to establish, contribute to, and sustain a shared reality through the power of “yes, and…” and "yes, because..."
Frame “failures” or “mistakes” as opportunities rather than avoiding them
Proactively and compassionately support their partners through listening, humility, and compassion
Understand basic story structure and use it as a framework for building improv scenes
Think outside the box, stretch creative thinking “muscles,” and practice thinking quickly on your feet
Collaboratively justify any idea within the reality of an established scene
Commit to ideas with your scene partner(s), even if it seems silly
Convey emotions during a scene and explore spontaneous emotional reactions
Construct basic scenes with others, including adding specific details to scenes
Prepare for our next class level: Improv 201, Foundations of Scene Work
Have fun and be gentle with yourself and others!

Whether you're looking for a new creative outlet, a way to step out of your comfort zone, or just something fun to do in Sacramento, this improv class is the perfect fit. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and sense of humor!

Accessibility:
If you need accommodations, please reach out as early as possible.

Seats will be provided both onstage and off, and we are happy to accommodate any requests to sit or take additional breaks for those who need them. We also provide sensory gear and fidget toys.

Accessibility:

The Eagle Theater is a historic building and offers the following accessibility features:

Wheelchair-accessible audience seating, including ramped access
Accessible public restrooms located across the street
Full details on our website

AGE REQUIREMENTS:

You must be at least 18 to register.

Important Details:

Tuition is nonrefundable.

Parking:
Parking information is here.

About the instructor:
Jessilee Windhaus is an improviser, actor, producer, instructor, and entrepreneur born and raised in Sacramento. She brings over 10 years of experience in leadership in the performing arts and over 20 years of expertise in improv performance and instruction. She is the Founder and Co-Owner of Haus of Comedy, Co-Founder of Empire Arts Collective, and Founder of That Plus Chips live sketch and improv comedy group.

Jessilee has trained with the Upright Citizen's Brigade, The Groundlings, and many other esteemed improv instructors, and holds a Bachelor's in Theatre from CSU Sacramento. Jessilee has performed both nationwide and locally at comedy hubs like Sacramento Comedy Spot, STAB! Comedy, ComedySportz Sacramento, Empire Arts Collective, Dinner Detective, and Sutter Street Theatre. They served as the Director of High School League at ComedySportz Sacramento, Tour Actor/Director with the world renowned Missoula Children's Theatre, and as a Teaching Artist at B Street Theater (former), Marin Shakespeare Company (current) and CYT Sacramento (current).

Haus of Comedy offers improv classes, live improv comedy shows, and team-building in Sacramento, CA. We believe that comedy is more than just entertainment—it is a catalyst for happiness, connection, and community.

To stay posted on improv classes, shows, auditions, and more, you can follow Haus of Comedy here:

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Location

Eagle Theater - California Historical Landmark #595, 921 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814 - California Historical Landmark #595, 921 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814, CA

Regular pricing $211.43 (includes fees)

Closed Monday, Jul 27 @ 10:00 AM

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