About us
Hey, welcome! I teach improv and sketch comedy writing classes through various Community Parks & Rec departments around the San Francisco Peninsula.
A couple of practical things first. RSVPing here on Meetup is a great way to keep tabs on what's coming up, but it won't actually enroll you. To do that, you'll need the specific Parks & Rec link in each event listing, where you'll also find the cost. FYI I'm terrible at knowing whether Meetup notifications actually reach people, so I have a simple email list for when new classes open. If you'd like to be on it, message me here at meetup with your email, or send me a message at info@doncolliver.com and I'll add you.
If there are no classes listed right now, don't worry. New classes go up as soon as registration opens, so check back, or just sit tight here and I'll post as soon as something's live.
These classes are for anyone curious, whether you've never set foot on a stage or you've been doing this for years. We build a room where it's safe to try something, fail at it, and discover what's actually funny (or just true) about yourself in the process. Yes, and. Come play.
Learn more about your instructor here.
Testimonials:
“Don's improv class was so much fun! He turned a group a nervous beginners into a confident group of performers in just a few classes. I learned so much about communicating that will help me in my everyday life. I will definitely take another class ASAP!”
-David B., San Carlos
“Don is a fantastic instructor. I took a Sketch Comedy writing class, and have truly enjoyed it from the very first class to the last. It was so much fun and was so motivating that almost the whole class decided to continue writing as a group 😃 …”
-Yuce B., Palo Alto
“Don is an exceptional improv teacher. His class felt welcoming, thoughtful, and genuinely fun from day one. He creates a space where people feel safe taking risks, which made it much easier to step on stage, experiment, and grow quickly. Don emphasizes listening, presence, and generosity with scene partners, not just getting laughs. That focus made a noticeable difference in my confidence and performance over just a few weeks.”
-Hakan O., Stanford
“Great improv instructor - you get not only the fun and silliness of improv games, but also clear conceptual frameworks about how to construct funny scenes. He creates a safe space to try things out and iterate as you build understanding and confidence.”
-K. TT, San Carlos
Upcoming events
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FREE Sketch Comedy Writing Workshop
Red Morton Community Center, 1120 Roosevelt Avenue, Redwood City, CA, USEver wonder how comedy sketches get made? In this free one-hour preview of our 6-session Sketch Comedy Writing class, we’ll break down a famous comedy sketch to discover the framework behind the laughs, then work together to create our own funny ideas. Experience the energy of a supportive writers’ room, learn techniques for generating comedy, and discover how you can turn your ideas into sketches. No writing experience or “sense of humor” required!
Please register at Redwood City Parks & Recreation here:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/rwcpark/activity/search/detail/27252?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true1 attendee
FREE Intro to Improv Workshop
The Yard Coffee, 1018 Main St. ,, Redwood City, CA, USJoin us for a FREE, fun-filled 2-hour Intro to Improv Workshop! Through playful, no-pressure group games, you'll practice listening, agreement, spontaneity, and building on other people's ideas—all while having lots of laughs. Your instructor, a former Blue Man Group and Cirque du Soleil-partner performer, will create a supportive environment where you can take creative risks, connect with others, and have fun. No acting or improv experience is required, and you don't need to be funny! Come see why improv is a great way to build confidence and get out of your head. For more instructor info, visit www.doncolliver.com/performer.
Space is limited, so please RSVP here on Meetup.4 attendees
Past events
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