The Art and Joy of Improv for 55+
A class designed for those 55 and up. This class invites you to laugh more, think faster, and make new friends. Improv is the art of making things up on the spot, together. In this friendly, collaborative class you'll explore theater games, create short scenes with classmates, and find out how naturally creative you already are. You don't need any acting experience. There are no scripts to memorize and no wrong answers.
$200 for 6 TUESDAYS: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9
2pm-4pm at Bridge City Improv
Improv is a workout for the mind dressed up as playtime. Every game asks you to listen closely, remember details, think on your feet, and adapt to surprises. Those are the same skills that help keep a brain sharp and flexible. Along the way you'll build confidence, meet new people, and enjoy the energy of a supportive group.
Classes are welcoming and paced for comfort, and you can join in seated or standing. Come play as you are!
Adrienne Flagg is a Drammy-Award-winning actress and director who has spent her career in both scripted and improvised theater. She trained in New York at SUNY Purchase and the New Actors Workshop, studying with Gene Hackman, Paul Sills, Mike Nichols, and Elaine May. She also worked closely with Paul Sills, a founder of Second City and son of Viola Spolin, whose theater games are the foundation of modern improv. After performing in New York and Los Angeles, Adrienne came home to Portland, where she has founded theater companies, directed plays for adults and young people across the region, and acted on many local stages. Adrienne creates a space that is warm and supportive but also challenging, where every player can stretch, explore, connect, and discover the joy of creating together.