MUSIC IMPROV level 2 dive into the enchanting world of The Improvised Musical! you'll learn to create captivating narratives, explore Song genres, and master musical patterns. Immerse yourself in the magic of spontaneous melodies and harmonies as you bring stories to life through improvisation. Get ready to harmonize, improvise, and make musical magic!
COST: $150 DATES: 3 WEEKS, SATURDAYS, AUGUST 10th-24th, 2024 | TIME: 2:00-4:30p pre-requisite: Music Improv 1 LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
THE WORKOUTS
2nd THURSDAY OF THE MONTH @ 7p IS THE COMMUNITY LAB. THIS IS A COMMUNITY SHOWCASE, KIND OF LIKE AN OPEN MIC FOR IMPROV GROUPS OR CHARACTER PERFORMERS. THIS IS A SHOWCASE FOR GROUPS TO TRY THINGS IN FRONT OF AN AUDIENCE OF THE OTHER PERFORMERS. FREE TO PLAY.
Date: 2nd Thur of the Month | Time: 7:00-8:45p | Location: Wesley GRANT SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, 285 Livingston St, AVL TO RESERVE YOUR TEAM OR CHARACTER SLOT CLICK HERE. |
LONG FORM IMPROV 201: SCENIC IMPROVISATION IS AN INTRODUCTION TO IMPROVISING IN A SCENE THAT CAN CONNECT TO A SERIES OF SCENES AND CREATES ONE PERFORMANCE PIECE CALLED LONG FORM. THROUGH GROUP GAMES AND EXERCISES, STUDENTS WILL PRACTICE LISTENING, BEING PRESENT IN THE MOMENT, EXPLORING IMPULSE/SPONTANEITY, TRUSTING THEIR INSTINCTS, AND THE FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPT OF "YES, AND" IN IMPROVISATION. THIS COURSE UTILIZES LONG FORM TECHNIQUES TO CREATE SCENES. Taught by Joe carroll.
COST: $250 DATES: SUNDAYS, JUNE 23RD-AUG 11th, 2024 | TIME: 3:30-5:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
LONG FORM IMPROV 202: SCENE TOOLS
Long Form IMPROV 2 FOCUSES ON TECHNIQUES THAT WILL TAKE YOUR IMPROV SCENES TO THE NEXT LEVEL. STUDENTS WILL EXPLORE DIFFERENT WAYS TO EDIT SCENES, CREATE GROUPS SCENES, AND MAKE STRONG INITIATIONS THROUGH CHARACTER AND SPACE WORK. Taught by Joe Carroll. ** PRE-REQUISITE: IMPROV 1 OR PREVIOUS IMPROV WITH APPROVAL FROM INSTRUCTOR. COST: $200 DATES: SUNDAYS, | TIME: 5:30-7:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
PERFORMANCE LAB IS A DROP IN PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP. IMPROVISERS WILL RECEIVE CUSTOMIZED INSTRUCTION TO IMPROVE UPON THEIR PERSONAL GOALS. STUDENTS WILL BE ASKED TO SHARE THEIR PERCEIVED STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES IN IMPROV. THEIR ANSWERS WILL PROVIDE THE JOURNEY FOR THEIR CLASS EXPERIENCE. Taught by joe carroll.
** PRE-REQUISITE: At Least 2 Years of Improv Experience. COST: $200 DATES: MONDAYS, JUNE 24TH-AUG 12TH, 2024 | TIME: 5:30-7:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
IMPROV 103: SHORT FORM SHOW ESSENTIALS is a dynamic course designed to elevate your improvisational skills, with a specific focus on crafting short-form improv shows in the style of 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'. Building on the fundamentals learned in previous levels, this class delves into making strategic choices that not only enhance your individual performance but also contribute to the overall success of your team, the show, and the audience experience. This course will work on show structure, hosting skills, and audience engagement.
COST: $250 DATES: WEDNESDAYs, JUNE 26th-Aug 14th, 2024 | TIME: 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
IMPROV 102: SHORT FORM TEAM ESSENTIALS
102 FOCUSES ON SHORT-FORM IMPROV GAMES LIKE THE SHOW "WHO'S LINE IS IT ANYWAY?". WE WILL EXPLORE FINDING THE FUNNY, BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP WITH THE AUDIENCE, AND THE BASICS OF MAKING ANY IMPROV SCENE OR GAME WORK. We'll develop the skills of confidence, risk taking, adaptability, and comedic timing while making each other laugh. For Folks who have completed Short Form 101. Come Join the fun. COST: $250 DATES: THURSDAYS, June 20TH-Aug 15th, 2024 | TIME: 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
MUSIC IMPROV Level 1 FOCUSES ON SHORT FORM MUSICAL IMPROV, LONG FORM MUSICAL IMPROV, AND WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A MUSIC DIRECTOR. THE FIRST half of the class EXPLORES SHORT FORM MUSICAL GAMES, AND THE remainder of the class EXPLORES THE NARRATIVE FORMAT OF AN IMPROVISED MUSICAL. PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN SONG STRUCTURE, RHYMING TECHNIQUES, HOW TO INTEGRATE SINGING WHEN YOU ARE ALSO IMPROVISING, and the long form narrative structure the Improvised Musical.
COST: $150 DATES: 3 WEEKS, WEDNESDAYS, June 5th-June 19th, 2024 | TIME: 7:00-9:30p LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
Long Form: Specifics is a class for Intermediate to advanced improvisers. This class focuses on Detailed scene work and making crisp, clear choices. We will work on strategies to create the world of the scene, Create a depth to your character relationships, and getting to the bottom of why we are these people on this day. Taught by Casey Gullickson.
COST: $250 DATES: TUESDAYS, APRIL 9TH-May 28TH, 2024 | TIME: 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
FREE Kid & Teen Intro to Improv Class
Boost confidence, play improv games, and have a blast! Know a kid who wants to try improv but just isn't too sure? Have them discover the fun of improv at OUR FREE Kid & Teen Intro to Improv Class! Three 1 hour classes running at the same time for 5-8 year olds, 9-12 year olds, & 13-17 year olds. No performance pressure, just pure fun! They can grab their friends and join the experience. Space limited. RSVP to claim your spot! *Please note there are stairs into the space. COST: FREE DATES: SATURDAYS- MARCH 9th, 2024 and Oct 5th, 2024 TIME: 1:30-2:30p LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
FREE INTRO TO IMPROV CLASS at PACK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Unleash your creativity, boost confidence, and ace communication, all while having a blast. No performance pressure, just pure fun! Grab your friends and join the improv party! We will start with Introductions, explore How improv can help you, do some Warmups, Activities and Improv Games, and then Wrap up. Space limited. COST: FREE DATES: March 12th, 2024 TIME: 6:00-7:00p LOCATION: PACK MEMORIAL LIBRARY, 67 Haywood St, Asheville, NC |
FREE INTRO TO ON-Camera audition class
Lights, camera, action! Ready to make your big screen dreams a reality? Learn the ropes of self-submitting for TV, film, and commercials, even if you're a total newbie! Unleash your inner star, and let's roll! We will do Introductions, explore Sites where you can self submiT, explain Equipment used to audition, film an audition, and Review Your Auditions. COST: FREE DATES: Thursday, Feb 1st, 2024 TIME: 7:30-8:30p LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
MUSIC IMPROV Level 1 FOCUSES ON SHORT FORM MUSICAL IMPROV, LONG FORM MUSICAL IMPROV, AND WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A MUSIC DIRECTOR. THE FIRST half of the class EXPLORES SHORT FORM MUSICAL GAMES, AND THE remainder of the class EXPLORES THE NARRATIVE FORMAT OF AN IMPROVISED MUSICAL. PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN SONG STRUCTURE, RHYMING TECHNIQUES, HOW TO INTEGRATE SINGING WHEN YOU ARE ALSO IMPROVISING, and the long form narrative structure the Improvised Musical.
COST: $150 DATES: 3 WEEKS, WEDNESDAYS, June 5th-June 19th, 2024 | TIME: 7:00-9:30p LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
IMPROV 103: SHORT FORM SHOW ESSENTIALS is a dynamic course designed to elevate your improvisational skills, with a specific focus on crafting short-form improv shows in the style of 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'. Building on the fundamentals learned in previous levels, this class delves into making strategic choices that not only enhance your individual performance but also contribute to the overall success of your team, the show, and the audience experience. This course will work on show structure, hosting skills, and audience engagement.
COST: $250 DATES: TUEsdays, Jan 3oth-March 19th, 2024 | TIME: 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
IMPROV 101: SHORT FORM ESSENTIALS IS AN INTRODUCTION TO THE FUNDAMENTALS OF IMPROV COMEDY USING IMPROV GAMES. THESE IMPROV GAMES ARE CALLED SHORT FORM JUST LIKE "WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?". WE FOCUS ON BUILDING TRUST, CONNECTEDNESS, SPONTANEITY, ACTIVE LISTENING, THE "YES, AND" PRINCIPLE, BASIC SCENE WORK, COMEDIC TIMING, AND ESTABLISHING COMEDIC PREMISES THROUGH THE EXPLORATION OF SHORT-FORM IMPROV GAMES AND ACTIVITIES. Taught by MArlene thompson.
COST: $250 DATES: Wednesdays, Jan 31st-March 20th, 2024 | TIME: 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
TOwn Hall Meeting
Hey folx! As part of setting Misfit's intentions for 2024 we are having a Town Hall Meeting on Wed, JANUARY, 17th from 7:30-8:45p.
We would love to have you there to share your voice about what you want your community to look like. Please join us! Agenda: Equity & Inclusion, Social committees,& 2024 performance opportunities.
We would love to have you there to share your voice about what you want your community to look like. Please join us! Agenda: Equity & Inclusion, Social committees,& 2024 performance opportunities.
INTERMEDIATE On-CAMERA AUDITION CLASS- A 6 WEEK CLASS FOCUSING ON SELF TAPE AUDITIONS FOR TV, FILM, AND COMMERCIAL. This Class is for actors already familiar with the basics of the self tape. We will dig into how to adjust for genre, how to take direction, and how to really evaluate our own auditions. PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE SCRIPTS TWO DAYS BEFORE CLASS, TAPE AUDITIONS IN CLASS, WATCH AUDITIONS TOGETHER, WORK THROUGH SCRIPT ANALYSIS, AND THEN RECEIVE FEEDBACK. CLICK IMAGE FOR PURCHASE.
COST: $250 DATES: 6 WEEKS, MONDAYS, FEB 12th-March 18th, 2023, 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
MUSIC IMPROV level 2 dive into the enchanting world of The Improvised Musical! you'll learn to create captivating narratives, explore Song genres, and master musical patterns. Immerse yourself in the magic of spontaneous melodies and harmonies as you bring stories to life through improvisation. Get ready to harmonize, improvise, and make musical magic!
COST: $150 DATES: 3 WEEKS, Saturdays, AUG 10TH-AUG 24TH, 2024 | TIME: 7:00-9:30p pre-requisite: Music Improv 1 LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
Improv 4: Formats and Initiations
Improv 4 explores different long-form formats like “The Armando”, “Living Room”, and “The Bat”. Students will be given the opportunity to construct a new show structure based upon the class's skills and interests. ** Prerequisite: Improv 1, 2, and 3 or previous improv experience with approval from instructor. COST: $250 DATES: SUNDAYS, NOV 12TH-JAN 2ND, 2023 (CLASS ON DEC 26TH INSTEAD OF XMAS EVE AND JAN 2ND INSTEAD OF NYE) | TIME: 5:30-7:30 LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
IMPROV 102 FOCUSES ON SHORT-FORM IMPROV GAMES LIKE THE SHOW "WHO'S LINE IS IT ANYWAY?". WE WILL EXPLORE FINDING THE FUNNY, BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP WITH THE AUDIENCE, AND THE BASICS OF MAKING ANY IMPROV SCENE OR GAME WORK. We'll develop the skills of confidence, risk taking, adaptability, and comedic timing while making each other laugh. ALL LEVELS WELCOME. Come Join the fun.
COST: $250 DATES: TUESDAYS, OCT 24th-DEC 12th, 2023 | TIME: 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
MISFIT'S ON-CAMERA AUDITION CLASS IS A 6 WEEK CLASS FOCUSING ON SELF TAPE AUDITIONS FOR TV, FILM, AND COMMERCIAL. PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN INDUSTRY TERMS, HOW TO FILM THEIR AUDITIONS, AND WHAT THE INDUSTRY STANDARDS ARE FOR A SUCCESSFUL AUDITION.
PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE SCRIPTS TWO DAYS BEFORE CLASS, TAPE AUDITIONS IN CLASS, WATCH AUDITIONS TOGETHER, WORK THROUGH SCRIPT ANALYSIS, AND THEN RECEIVE FEEDBACK. CLICK IMAGE FOR PURCHASE. *PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A FLIGHT OF STAIRS INTO OUR SPACE. COST: $250 DATES: 6 WEEKS, MONDAYS, SEPT 18th-OCT 23rd, 2023, 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
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MUSIC IMPROV Level 1 FOCUSES ON BOTH SHORT FORM MUSICAL IMPROV, LONG FORM MUSICAL IMPROV, AND WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A MUSIC DIRECTOR. THE FIRST WEEK EXPLORES SHORT FORM MUSICAL GAMES, AND THE FINAL TWO WEEKS EXPLORES THE NARRATIVE FORMAT OF AN IMPROVISED MUSICAL. PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN SONG STRUCTURE, RHYMING TECHNIQUES, AND HOW TO INTEGRATE SINGING WHEN YOU ARE ALSO IMPROVISING.
COST: $150 DATES: 3 WEEKS, SATURDAYS, OCT 7th-21st, 2023 TIME: 2-4:30p LOCATION: 573 FAIRVIEW RD, UNIT 21A, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803 |
PERFORMANCE IMPROV: CHARACTERS FOCUSES ON THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF WHAT MAKES A CHARACTER, VOICE, PHYSICALITY, POINT OF VIEW, EMOTIONS. THIS CLASS WILL GIVE YOU THE TOOLS TO TRANSFORM YOURSELF ON STAGE INTO SOMEONE ELSE and flesh out the tools you reach for to find someone on the backline. Taught by Gillian Bellinger.
** PRE-REQUISITE: At Least 2 Years of Improv Experience. COST: $250 DATES: WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 13th-NOV 1st | TIME: 7:30-9:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
IMPROV 3: DEEP DIVE IS A THOROUGH EXAMINATION INTO THE TECHNIQUES DISCUSSED IN IMPROV 1 AND 2. STUDENTS WILL ALSO LEARN CONCEPTS LIKE BASE REALITY, HEAT & WEIGHT, AND CHARACTER DEAL. Taught by joe carroll.
** PRE-REQUISITE: IMPROV 1 & 2 OR PREVIOUS IMPROV WITH APPROVAL FROM INSTRUCTOR. COST: $250 DATES: SUNDAYS, SEPTember 10th-October 29th, 2023 | TIME: 5:30-7:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
PERFORMANCE IMPROV: GENRE EXPLORES A DIFFERENT LONG FORM NARRATIVE GENRE EVERY WEEK, SUCH AS TENNESSEE WILLIAMS, SCI-FI, SHAKESPEARE, FANTASY, PERIOD DRAMA, WESTERN, HORROR, AND BUD-COP. PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN DIFFERENT TROPES OF EACH GENRE AND HOW TO USE THEM COMEDICALLY AS WELL AS MAKE STRATEGIC MOVES THAT LEAN INTO PARTICULAR GENRES.
COST: $250 DATES: COMING 2024 LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
PERFORMANCE IMPROV: WORLD BUILDING FOCUSES ON THE SKILL OF UTILIZING OBJECT WORK, SCENE PAINTING, AND INTEGRATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT TO BUILD FOR THE AUDIENCE THE WORLD OF THE SCENE AND ITS CHARACTERS. THIS CLASS ANSWERS THE QUESTION, "IF THIS, THEN WHAT ELSE?"
COST: $250 DATES: COMING 2024 LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |
IMPROV 1: SCENIC IMPROVISATION
IMPROV 1 IS AN INTRODUCTION TO IMPROVISING IN A SCENE. THROUGH GROUP GAMES AND EXERCISES, STUDENTS WILL PRACTICE LISTENING, BEING PRESENT IN THE MOMENT, EXPLORING IMPULSE/SPONTANEITY, TRUSTING THEIR INSTINCTS, AND THE FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPT OF "YES, AND" IN IMPROVISATION. COST: $250 DATES: SUNDAYS, SEPTember 10th-October 29th, 2023 | TIME: 3:30-5:30p LOCATION: 573 Fairview Rd, Unit 21A, Asheville, NC 28803 |