Feel, tone, heat, weight, world moves, pacing, closeness, chaos, texture, flow - in this four week session, we’ll explore all the parts of a longform set that aren’t content or form. Through performer-centered debriefing, you’ll sharpen your own sense for developing a show from within, creating more cohesive pieces and generally having an easier time on stage.

Prerequisites: Improv 101 and 201, or equivalent classes at a comparable institution. Email info@rvacomedy.com with questions.

Dates: This class runs Mondays from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, starting October 27th and running for 4 weeks.

Instructor: Matt Newman

Matt is a co-founder at Coalition Theater, having also lead all theater operations from 2013 to 2017. His experience facilitating workshops extends to organizations focused on teamwork, communication, and ideation such as GE, Altria, Prophet, Brookings, Science Museum of Virginia, and Richmond Symphony, among others. For several years, he studied and was a house team member at Chicago’s iO Theatre and a graduate of the iO Chicago training center, where he studied under some of the best improv instructors in the world. He is a friendly person and serious professional.

COST: $125 (Early Bird $110)

The Coalition Theater is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Once classes begin, all sales are final. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise that prevent you from attending or completing your registered class. While we do our best to accommodate such situations, refunds are awarded only as credit for a future class or shows and are subject to the discretion of The Coalition Theater management. Requests for refunds will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and any decisions regarding refunds will be made at the discretion of the theater.

Longform Dynamics II: Texture & Flow (Mondays 7:00 - 9:00 PM)