Looking for improv classes in Los Angeles?

ComedySportz Los Angeles teaches improv comedy classes and workshops in short form and long form improvisation.

We provide a safe environment where participants are encouraged to take chances and stretch their skills in short form, long form and various styles.

See below for complete improv class descriptions.

ComedySportz University 2010 Schedule

Short Form CRAM Sessions

Don't have time to take a multi-session class? Take one of our Cram Sessions for a quick-bite improv experience. In 3 1/2 hours, we "cram" the basics of ComedySportz fundamentals! These one-session intensives can also serve as placement workshops for students with experience from another improv company.

Tuition:  $50       
Seats: 15
Next Cram Session of 2010: Tuesday March 2, 7-10:30 PM 

Short Form Improv Classes 

Underclassmen: Beginner Improv Classes

Learn the fun behind ComedySportz-style improv in a relaxed and supportive environment. In this four-week class, basic skills are taught including focus, concentration, teamwork, spacework, trust and scenework.  Underclassmen meet once a week for 3 1/2 hours per session.

Tuition: $275 ($250 in advance)   
7:00 - 10:30 PM / Four-week course  

Session A: Tuesdays, Feb 2-23 2010, 7 to 10:30 PM

Juniors: Intermediate Improv Classes

Learn how to create narrative-driven improv with rich characters in this six-week class. Juniors meets once a week for 2 1/2 hours per session. Must pass Underclassmen course or have consent of CSz University Director.

Tuition: $275 ($250 in advance)
4:00 - 6:30 or 7:00 - 9:30 PM / Six-week course 

Session A: Sundays, March 14-April 18 2010, 4 to 6:30 PM

Seniors: Advanced Improv Classes

Learn advanced narrative and character approaches in this eight-week class. Seniors meet once a week for 2 1/2 hours per session. This class performs a graduation show for friends and family. Must pass Juniors course or have consent of CSz University Director.

Tuition: $275 ($250 in advance)
4:00 - 6:30 PM / Eight-week course  
 
Session A: Sundays, Jan 17-Mar 7 2010, 4 to 6:30 PM

Long Form Improv Classes

Long form curious? This class is taught by Marion Oberle. Marion brings many years of expertise with ComedySportz, IO and Second City to this workshop in long form improv. Learn the Harold, the Slacker and the Snowglobe forms, among others. Great for short form improvisers who want to use their acting skills and expand their horizons in an unintimidating environment.

Prerequisite:  Underclassmen class.

Tuition:  $275

Stay tuned for info on our 2010 class schedule.    

Specialty Cram Sessions

These are one-day intensives with a specific focus. Those marked with * have a prerequisite of Junior class.

Tuition:  $50   

Stay tuned for info on our 2010 class schedule.