Third Coast Kids Playshop (Ages 4-8)
AGES 4-8 Calling all creative kiddos! Join us for an hour of improv games and exercises led by improvisers with a passion for early childhood development. Specially for kids ages 4-8, this is a space for families to play and laugh together. Tickets are per child – grown ups get in free! Class size is limited, so get your tickets soon! Questions? Email Max Kemp at trainingcenter@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com Q&A Q: Do I need any previous experience in theater or improv to attend? A: Nope! This is an introductory workshop, a space for all levels of experience to come and play! Q: I’m a grown up – do I get to play? A: Yes! For our kids playshops we ask that all grown ups stay with their children and participate! You’ll have fun, laugh a lot, and add some new games to your toolkit to play with your child when you’re at home! Q: I have multiple children. Is there a discount for siblings? A: Yes! Use the promo code SIBLINGS at checkout to get 25% off two or more tickets!
Third Coast Teen Playshop (Ages 13-17)
AGES 13-17 Calling all teens! Join us for 90 minutes of improv games and exercises intended to entertain, challenge, and inspire. Led by improvisers with a passion for youth development and specially for ages 13-17, this is a space to allow teens to step out of their comfort zone, forge new friendships, and cultivate confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Class size is limited, so get your tickets soon! Questions? Email Max Kemp at trainingcenter@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com Q&A Q: Do I need any previous experience in theater or improv to attend? A: Nope! Our workshops are designed for teens of all levels of experience—including none! Q: I don’t consider myself “funny” or “clever.” Is this workshop for me? A: Absolutely! Funny is not a goal; it’s an inevitable side effect of letting go and being yourself! One of the first things you’ll learn is “Don’t be clever!” Improv is about listening and responding honestly. It’s about being in the moment and connecting with your scene partners. Comedy is truth’s shadow. The laughter will come when you least expect it! Q: I’ve heard improv has benefits for my day-to-day life outside of performing. Is this true? A: Yes! The skills that make a good improviser also make a happier, healthier, more well-balanced person! Listening, confidence, mindfulness, team work, and thinking on your feet are just some of the many skills improv strengthens. Improv celebrates the awesomeness that is you, exactly as you are, and helps you be the best, most joyful version of yourself! Q: This sounds like so much fun, but I’m a grown up! Can I stay and watch? A: In order to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for the teens to feel comfortable letting loose and being silly, we do not permit an “audience” to observe our classes. We encourage the grown ups to take a stroll around Marathon Village where you’ll find plenty of fun shops and beverage tastings! And if you want to take classes yourself, Third Coast has a whole series of adult classes that you can sign up for at https://www.thirdcoastcomedy.club/training-center/ Q: I have multiple children. Is there a discount for siblings? A: Yes! Use the promo code SIBLINGS at checkout to get 25% off two or more tickets!
Third Coast Teen Playshop (Ages 13-17)
AGES 13-17 Calling all teens! Join us for 90 minutes of improv games and exercises intended to entertain, challenge, and inspire. Led by improvisers with a passion for youth development and specially for ages 13-17, this is a space to allow teens to step out of their comfort zone, forge new friendships, and cultivate confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Class size is limited to 16 teens, so get your tickets soon! Questions? Email Max Kemp at trainingcenter@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com Q&A Q: Do I need any previous experience in theater or improv to attend? A: Nope! Our workshops are designed for teens of all levels of experience—including none! Q: I don’t consider myself “funny” or “clever.” Is this workshop for me? A: Absolutely! Funny is not a goal; it’s an inevitable side effect of letting go and being yourself! One of the first things you’ll learn is “Don’t be clever!” Improv is about listening and responding honestly. It’s about being in the moment and connecting with your scene partners. Comedy is truth’s shadow. The laughter will come when you least expect it! Q: I’ve heard improv has benefits for my day-to-day life outside of performing. Is this true? A: Yes! The skills that make a good improviser also make a happier, healthier, more well-balanced person! Listening, confidence, mindfulness, team work, and thinking on your feet are just some of the many skills improv strengthens. Improv celebrates the awesomeness that is you, exactly as you are, and helps you be the best, most joyful version of yourself! Q: This sounds like so much fun, but I’m a grown up! Can I stay and watch? A: In order to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for the teens to feel comfortable letting loose and being silly, we do not permit an “audience” to observe our classes. We encourage the grown ups to take a stroll around Marathon Village where you’ll find plenty of fun shops and beverage tastings! And if you want to take classes yourself, Third Coast has a whole series of adult classes that you can sign up for at https://www.thirdcoastcomedy.club/training-center/ Q: I have multiple children. Is there a discount for siblings? A: Yes! Use the promo code SIBLINGS at checkout to get 25% off two or more tickets!
Third Coast Youth Playshop (Ages 9-12)
AGES 9-12 Calling all creative kids! Join us for an hour of improv games and exercises led by improvisers with a passion for youth development. Specially for kids ages 9-12, this is a space for families to play, connect and laugh together. Tickets are per child – adults get in free! Class size is limited, so get your tickets soon! Questions? Email Max Kemp at trainingcenter@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com Q&A Q: Do I need any previous experience in theater or improv to attend? A: Nope! This is an introductory workshop, a space for all levels of experience to come and play! Q: I’m a grown-up – do I get to play? A: Yes! For our youth playshops we ask that all grown-ups stay with their children and participate. You’ll have fun, laugh a lot, connect in a unique way, and make memories together! Q: I have multiple children. Is there a discount for siblings? A: Yes! Use the promo code SIBLINGS at checkout to get 25% off two or more tickets!
Third Coast Youth Playshop (Ages 9-12)
AGES 9-12 Calling all creative kids! Join us for an hour of improv games and exercises led by improvisers with a passion for youth development. Specially for kids ages 9-12, this is a space for families to play, connect and laugh together. Tickets are per child – adults get in free! Class size is limited to 15 kids, so get your tickets soon! Questions? Email Max Kemp at trainingcenter@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com Q&A Q: Do I need any previous experience in theater or improv to attend? A: Nope! This is an introductory workshop, a space for all levels of experience to come and play! Q: I’m a grown up – do I get to play? A: Yes! For our youth playshops we ask that all grown ups stay with their children and participate. You’ll have fun, laugh a lot, connect in a unique way, and make memories together! Q: I have multiple children. Is there a discount for siblings? A: Yes! Use the promo code SIBLINGS at checkout to get 25% off two or more tickets!
Improv Level 2, Tuesdays @ 6:30pm (2023-5)
Deep dive into character work, scene mechanics, and in particular, acting. Grounded, well-acted scene work provides the context for finding, exploring, and heightening patterns. All classes are 3 hours long and each level lasts 8 weeks. Students receive free admission to most improv shows at the theater all session long. Missing more than two classes means you may be asked to repeat the level. Third Coast is a safe, creative, and collaborative environment; any behavior to the contrary will be dealt with immediately. Tuition is non-refundable. All sales are final. Tuesdays @ 6:30-9:30 pm starting October 3rd (Session 5 runs from Oct 3-Dec 11 with no classes 10/31-11/6 and 11/21-11/27) at Third Coast Comedy Club.
Improv Level 2, Sundays @ 12pm (2023-5)
Deep dive into character work, scene mechanics, and in particular, acting. Grounded, well-acted scene work provides the context for finding, exploring, and heightening patterns. All classes are 3 hours long and each level lasts 8 weeks. Students receive free admission to most improv shows at the theater all session long. Missing more than two classes means you may be asked to repeat the level. Third Coast is a safe, creative, and collaborative environment; any behavior to the contrary will be dealt with immediately. Tuition is non-refundable. All sales are final. Sundays @ 12:00-3:00 pm starting October 8th (Session 5 runs from Oct 3-Dec 11 with no classes 10/31-11/6 and 11/21-11/27) at Third Coast Comedy Club.
Improv Level 6, Thursdays @ 3:15pm (2024-1)
Part workshop, part performance, this class serves as the culmination of your training. Time spent in class will be spent developing and rehearsing a fully improvised show. This class features three performances in front of friends, family, and strangers.By Training Center invitation only. Password will be included in invite email. All classes are 3 hours long and each level lasts 8 weeks. Students receive free admission to most improv shows at the theater all session long. Missing more than two classes means you may be asked to repeat the level. Third Coast is a safe, creative, and collaborative environment; any behavior to the contrary will be dealt with immediately. Tuition is non-refundable. All sales are final. Thursdays @ 3:15-6:15 pm starting January 11th (Session 1 runs from Jan 8 – Mar 4 with no class 1/15) at Third Coast Comedy Club.SHOWCASES: Dates/Times TBD
Improv Level 4, Tuesdays @ 6:30pm (2023-5)
Once the basics have been introduced we’ll want to move into group play as it’s part of what makes improvisation so electric. Give and take, balance, tempo, repetition, the discovery and constant unfurling of the moment—the stuff that might very well take you out of your comfort zone (which is OK). All classes are 3 hours long and each level lasts 8 weeks. Students receive free admission to most improv shows at the theater all session long. Missing more than two classes means you may be asked to repeat the level. Third Coast is a safe, creative, and collaborative environment; any behavior to the contrary will be dealt with immediately. Tuition is non-refundable. All sales are final. Tuesdays @ 6:30-9:30 pm starting October 3rd (Session 5 runs from Oct 3-Dec 11 with no classes 10/31-11/6 and 11/21-11/27) at Third Coast Comedy Club.
Improv Level 2, Tuesdays @ 6:30pm (2024-1)
Deep dive into character work, scene mechanics, and in particular, acting. Grounded, well-acted scene work provides the context for finding, exploring, and heightening patterns. All classes are 3 hours long and each level lasts 8 weeks. Students receive free admission to most improv shows at the theater all session long. Missing more than two classes means you may be asked to repeat the level. Third Coast is a safe, creative, and collaborative environment; any behavior to the contrary will be dealt with immediately. Tuition is non-refundable. All sales are final. Tuesdays @ 6:30-9:30 pm starting January 9th (Session 1 runs from Jan 8-Mar 4 with no class 1/15) at Third Coast Comedy Club.
