The Tokyo Comedy Store Improv Workshop

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The Tokyo Comedy Store Improv Workshop http://www.meetup.com/tokyo-improv/ http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/8/5/0/global_57438512.jpeg 20070430

Tokyo, Japan

Location:

SakadoJapan
Hometown: New Jersey

Member since:

July 23, 2010

Has attended:

19 Meetups

Introduction

I am an American from New Jersey living in Saitama, the New Jersey of Japan. I'm an English teacher by profession.

Why are you interested in studying improv?

I have noticed that I have a bit of a performing bug. I'm also interested in the creative process, so I would like to give improv a try. I also want to improve my presentation skills as a way to keep my students from falling asleep in class.

Are there any aspects of improv or acting are you especially interested in?

Really, really, really anything.

What kind of improv experience have you have, if any?

None

What Erik Schaubach is saying about this Meetup Group

I've really enjoyed working with this group. First of all, Chris is a great teacher - patient, welcoming, and kind. On my first day there I was not nervous because of the way he runs the class. He encourages everyone to have positive thinking as well. The class is fun and moves so fast that I wish it would last longer than 2 hours. The other students in the class are also creative, bright, and interesting. I've had a lot of fun taking this class. I'm sad that I can't continue with it in the fall because of my Wednesday night teaching schedule, but I hope to work with everyone again in the future. I've learned a great deal about creating scenes and characters and also how "funniness" arises from the situation on stage and not just jokes. I feel that I was just getting started, so I hope to continue with improv the next chance I get. Thanks! -E

Jeanne

Hi Erik,
Come to the improv classes more often!
See you!

Oct 28, 2011 2:10 AM
Jeanne

Hi Erik,
Come to the improv classes more often!
See you!

Oct 28, 2011 2:10 AM
Ian

Hi Erik! Thanks for the shoutout! Good to hear form you! Hope to see you too. I hope to get everything prepped that I need before class tomorrow so I come tonight. ;-) See ya there!

Oct 25, 2011 6:22 PM
Paulo Tahira

Hi Erik

How are you? Good to hear from you! We had a great time last Wednesday in the Student Show Case. See you soon when your schedule allows it! Cheers! Paulo

Oct 09, 2011 8:41 AM
Chris Wells

OK, see you in August!

May 11, 2011 3:28 AM
Chris Wells

Glad you enjoyed the classes Erik, and I hope you can make it back soon!
Chris

Oct 05, 2010 6:57 AM

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Japanese Language and Culture, Public Speaking, English as a Second Language, Toastmasters

(NOTE OUR NEW LOCATION at Our Space studio in Hatagaya!

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-About the Workshop-

If you're reading this, you're thinking of taking the plunge and trying out this workshop. But I bet you're worried that you're going to have to be hilarious right off the bat, and that you'll be judged cruelly by your peers. That's the nightmare scenario, and it might even be true at some workshops. But it's not the case at the TCS Impro Workshop.

My rule for the class is "Don't try to be funny- it comes later on its own." We focus on listening, accepting offers, and creating a story with a beginning, middle, and end, in a low-pressure environment. The work on recognizing negativity and the blocking of other's offers will change your life. You will be better, stronger, faster than before. No, seriously, it will. I'm not saying you'll hit enlightenment right off the bat, mind you... But it will help you be a more positive person, and one who listens to others before speaking. And that's gotta be a good thing, right?

-Requirements-

All native-level English speakers are welcome! And don't worry about your improv experience level- this is a class for all levels- from beginners to experienced players. If you aren't fluent in English this is NOT the class for you. Seriously. This is about comedy, and communication is key.

I don't mean you have to be a native speaker though! We have several non-native speakers in the class who have no problem communicating in English and we love them. I just mean that if you want to take this class to "practice" your English, you should try something else.

Another option if you speak fluent Japanese would be to check out www.itm.cc for excellent classes in Japanese taught by TCSj founder Jun Imai.

Who takes this workshop? Anyone interested in unleashing their creativity, or getting over a fear of public speaking, or just people looking for a good way to de-stress after work and have fun. We get people from all walks of life: teachers, stock brokers, computer engineers, students, directors- even a heart surgeon!

-Details-

What are you waiting for? Workshops are 1,000 yen, and we meet every Wednesday night, from 7-9pm at Our Space studio in Hatagaya. But check the schedule before coming! After the class, we order in pizza and have a drink at Our Space, which has a full bar.