ADULT COMEDY CLASSES

  • Sundays | Feb 8th - Mar 1st | 10A-12P

    If you’ve resolved to try something new this year, or you want to make new friends, enroll in an improv class at Sawubona Creativity Project! This bite size improv class is only 4 weeks and you will learn everything you need to know about the basics of improv and have a blast while doing it. When was the last time you played Tag? And yes, that’s an improv game.

    What is Improv? Improvisation or improv is an artform that involves creating dialogue, scenes and actions spontaneously, without a script. It encourages creativity, emotional expression and adaptability, making it both super challenging yet very entertaining. Improv is a fun, low stakes way to build connection and community.

    The highest form of research is play- Albert Einstein

    4 Week Session | Sundays | 10:00 PM – 12:00 PM

    Week 1: February 8, 2026

    Week 2: February 15 , 2026

    Week 3: February 22, 2026

    Week 4: March 1, 2026

    Performance Showcase: March 7th @ Time TBD

    Cost: $100 payment plans available (sorry, no refunds)

    Your instructor: Tanya Morgan is the owner and operator of Sawubona Creativity Project: Theatre for Performance Art & Education. Tanya has been an actor, improv performer, improv/acting coach, director and writer for over 20 years.

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    What People Are Saying: You have been a truly amazing instructor. I love that you’ve been praising us and laughing during our scenes, while also finding a way to give constructive criticism. It’s really been a joy each week to come to class and play! -Erica

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    Class Requirements

    This class is appropriate for all experience levels! No required prerequisite or prior improv experience needed. 

    Students must see at least two improv shows. 

    Students must attend at least 3 of the 4 sessions in order to be included in the performance. Attendance is crucial for ensemble building. Make up sessions are not currently available. 

    What you'll learn

    Basic improv skills (yes, and) 

    Improv Games 

    Trust and agreement with scene partners 

    Give and take 

    Introduction to scene work

    Creative Risk Taking

    Class Format

    Each class begins with low stakes, fun improv games

    Discussion of physical and verbal boundaries

    And ensemble building warmups 

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  • Short Form Improv Workshop

    What is Improv:

    Improv is a theatrical artform where participants create scenes, dialogue and characters on the spot and without a script. It’s spontaneous and often comedic: like the hit tv show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”

    In this workshop we’ll focus on playing short-form improv games that are fun, interactive and accessible to everyone; from first-timers to experienced performers. Whether you wanna sharpen your improv skills, learn new ones or you just want to come out and play, this workshop is where you wanna be.

    Details:

    🗓️Sunday February 1, 2026
    ⏰10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    🎟️$30 per person (sorry, we aren't able to offer refunds)
    🍿concessions available by donation 

    Your Instructor: Karie Coleman-Hinners 

    Karen is an artist and designer and has been performing improv for more than half her life! She is the Artistic Director of the N Crowd the Philadelphia short- form improv comedy mainstay that performs every Friday night at Sawubona Creativity Project. 

    Notes:

    Sawubona Creativity Project is an accessible venue

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    Class Requirements

    None

    Sample Class Format

    Workshop Outline

    Intros & Warm-Ups - Light icebreakers and physical/vocal warmups to get everyone loose and connected

    Foundations of Improv - Explore “yes, and,” listening skills, making strong choices, and building scenes from scratch

    Intro to Short-Form Games -Try classic skills-based games like Word-at-a-Time Story, Freeze Tag, and more

    — Break —

    Character & Performance Games -  Play games that focus on character creation, commitment, and stage presence

    Group Sharing & Mini-Showcase -  Participants perform for each other in a supportive, celebratory environment

    Other Things To Know

    No refunds

    Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds at this time.

    What To Bring

    What to Bring

    Yourself! What to Bring | Comfortable and shoes clothes you can move in | Reusable Water Bottle | Snacks if you choose.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for our classes, shows, and events.

We may be able to offer Class Transfers or Credits Toward other classes or workshops. Students may transfer into an equivalent course that meets on a different day or time that has not yet begun.

All requests for transfers must be submitted for review via email to sawubonacreativityproject@gmail.com.

Please Note: Classes are scheduled based on a strict number of students enrolled. Transfers are not guaranteed and are contingent upon availability.