WORKSHOPS

2013 DCF Workshops are now open. Workshops are non-refundable. In order to guarantee placement in a workshop, you must pre-register online.  
Questions? Contact us: dallascomedyfestival at gmail dot com

FRIDAY, MARCH 29TH 2-5PM SOLD OUT! 
Improvising for television w/Maribeth Monroe  

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In this workshop we will explore how to make smart, funny choices when asked to improvise off a script both in an audition or while shooting on set. Often directors, producers, and writers will ask actors to improvise in an audition or while shooting. This can be an exciting opportunity--a way to show off comedic abilities while (hopefully) showing the production how to make the spot or scene "better". How do actors respect the script while improvising? We will explore how to navigate this in commercial auditions, television auditions, and with a script once the job's been booked. We will learn how to make smart, intelligent choices while remaining in character, respecting the world the writers have created, and "adding" to the script in an intelligent and thoughtful way.  SOLD OUT!

Friday, march 29th 2-5PM SOLD OUT!
Sharpen your viewpoints w/David Razowsky 

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The very first exchanges of your scene tell you all you need to know about who you are and where to emotionally and energetically go. Are you aware of that? Are you listening to yourself at that time? Hmm? Are ya’? This workshop will guide you to your point of view, and have you following yourself confidently, bravely, excitedly, and easily. It’s as simple as that!
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Saturday, March 30th 10am-1PM
LADIES LOVE IMPROV w/jaime moyer SOLD OUT!

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This workshop is for the ladies only, sorry fellas! We will work on strong initiations, committing to characters, and extreme yesand.  A must for the improviser who finds herself constantly playing mom or wife (or both at once, eww). 
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SATURDAY, MARCH 30TH 10AM-1PM 
Pro-Positive Choices w/David razowsky SOLD OUT!

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A toolbox contains more than a hammer, so shouldn’t your scenes contain more than anger and conflict? Find creative freedom when positive emotional choices drive your scenes. Guide your scenes forward without a need to conjure up an argument, defend your side of the story, or your need to have your ego intact at the scene’s end. It’s not about winning our losing---it’s about keeping the scene alive. SOLD OUT!

Saturday, march 30th 1:30-4:30PM 
Writing Through Improv w/Andy Cobb 

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Using techniques and experiences learned developing four Second City Chicago revues through improvisation, Andy will lead the class through best practices for transferring comedy made "in the moment" as an ensemble member onto the page.  Topics covered will include "yes and" in the writer's room, working with a group to create work as an individual, fleshing out ideas, and overcoming writer's block. As the class will engage in both improvisation and writing exercises, it's recommended that attendees bring a laptop or tablet. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! 

Saturday, March 30th 1:30-4:30PM 
Shape/Gesture/Tempo w/David Razowsky 
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Shape/Gesture/Tempo: Viewpoints Elements in Action  While teaching for Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre School, Second City veteran David Razowsky was exposed to--and inspired by-- the power of Anne Bogart and Tina Landau's Viewpoints training, and immediately saw how the tools of Viewpoints play in improv theatre. Using Shape, Gesture and Tempo creates instant character, dynamic and scenes without you adding anything but your awareness (which you're already bringing!). No previous Viewpoints classes needed for you to take this workshop and begin your new way of feeling/being/acting/living!  SOLD OUT! 

Saturday, march 30th 1:30-4:30PM 
EXTREME Yes, and! w/Marc Warzecha 

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EXTREME YES AND:  A fun, high-energy workshop that using the tools of agreement and heightening to unlock untapped potential in your improv scenes. Any experience level student is fine.  
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! 
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