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Masterclass: How to be a Ninja

  • The Hashtag Comedy Co. 1253 North High Street Columbus, OH, 43201 United States (map)

About:
What does being a ninja have to do with improv? The Ninja, Pirate, Robot theory was created by UCB performer Billy Merritt. This theory proposes that improvisers can be categorized into 3 groups and describes the behaviors and tendencies of those 3 types of improvisers: creative initiators, grounded reactors, and people who do both, aka "ninjas". In this workshop for advanced improvisers, we'll gain understanding around the value of being an improv "ninja", and workshop skills to help you become that well-rounded utility player.

About the Instructor:
Katie Drown is a lifelong stage performer with over 13 years of experience in the improv comedy art form. She delved into the vibrant and upcoming comedy scene in Columbus, Ohio in 2014, making her mark as a professional improv performer and improv educator. Katie finds immense joy in crafting and leading improv workshops for businesses, adult improv enthusiasts throughout Ohio, and for college improv troupes from across the United States. She is co-founder of WitWorks, a workforce development company that offers workshops that utilize improv games and principles for team building and growth. Currently, she is a valued member of three highly acclaimed shows in Columbus, Ohio; "TBD the Musical," "Ladies Who Lounge," and "ROT".

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

  • Prerequisites: Intermediate to advanced improv experience required (Hashtag level 4+)

  • If the course is cancelled, tuition will be refunded.

  • Age requirement: 19-119 welcome!

  • PARKING: Paid street parking is available on High Street. Students may park in the back of the Hashtag Theater space when spots are available. Free parking validation for said lot is available inside the theater, but students are responsible for validating their own parking.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Director of Curriculum, at classes@hashtagcomedycolumbus.com.

Earlier Event: May 3
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Later Event: June 9
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