Now that you’ve been set up with the tools for successful scene work, it’s time to strengthen those skills and hone your comedic voice. Level Two will reinforce, revisit, and add nuance to your play, add strong character techniques, explore the concept of justification, and provide a foundational understanding of UCB-style "game-of-the-scene". We will work on recognizing the first unusual or interesting thing that emerges to build collaborative, honest scenes that highlight what you and your scene partner find funny, avoiding tropes and caricatures. Students with any previous long-form improv experience are welcome to register for this class.

*Kickstand's improv track is a five-level program followed by Advanced Study, where students can learn and apply their skills to different formats. Each week of class builds on the previous one, and each Level builds on the Level before.

*Level 2 includes 6 weeks of instruction with 2.5 hours of instruction each week.

INSTRUCTOR: Natalie Haddad

DAY / TIME: Tuesdays 6:30 - 9 PM  (2.5 hours)

DATE RANGE: 6 weeks. 8/25, 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29

LOCATION: 1006 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214  (ADA accessible)

PREREQUISITE: Level 1 at Kickstand or elsewhere

ABOUT NATALIE HADDAD
She/They
Natalie is an improviser, actor, and karaoke enthusiast who found her love for improv during her time earning a degree in Theater Arts back in 2013. Since then, she’s trained with UCB New York, The Brody Theater, The Liberators, and found her home at Kickstand Comedy.
Their career highlights include performances with groups like Portland’s WAFE and Show Ridiculous, alongside touring engagements with the Kickstand Cvlt ensemble. Natalie has performed in festivals such as the Del Close Marathon and the Vancouver International Improv Festival, consistently delighting audiences with her infectious enthusiasm.
Beyond the stage, Natalie is deeply committed to fostering a nurturing environment for aspiring improvisers through her teaching. They are dedicated to cultivating a supportive space that ensures students can confidently explore the art of improv comedy.

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