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Sketch and Scene Writing (Heros and Legends)

Have you ever watched Saturday Night Live or been to Second City? What you are watching are scripted scenes, developed through improvisation techniques. The purpose of this class to learn how to write scenes based on improv concepts. Dont be fooled, this class is not about comedy writing. Not all scenes have to be funny. This class is all about improving writing skills and understanding basics of script writing. Collaboration is a key element but individual work is also required. We will work on scene structure, character development, writing solid dialogue, and play around with style. Expect a lot of in class writing and a fair amount of homework. Improv experience is not required so dont worry about that. Make sure to bring your preferred writing tool, be it a notebook and pen or laptop. We will invite parents to the final class for a short performance/reading of the scenes written for the class.
Tier: Hero and Legend
Instructor: Rob
Day: Mondays
Block: 5
Time: 2:45-3:45
Weeks: 8
Start and end date: Jan 15th-March 5th
Location: Pendulum Space in North Center (1803 W. Byron St. #216, Chicago, IL 60613)
Min/max: 4/12
Notes: Reading and writing required