Joy at the J! - Beginner Improv

Instructor: Caryn Stark

Come one, come all to this beginner friendly Improv class! This newest two-hour class will focus on short-form Improv games that all skill levels will enjoy. Think, "Whose Line is it Anyways" without the pressure of a performance. Participants can expect to hone in on essential improvisational skills, including collaboration, listening, and "Yes, And'-ing, all while having a ton of fun! All skill levels welcome, age 18 and up. One night only, with potential for more classes based on demand.

Instructor Bio: 

Caryn Stark works in the Human Resources department at the J, and has been in the improv world for the past 14 years. When not at work, Caryn can be found performing with Hit and Run (HNR), Colorado's premier improvised musical comedy team, performing at Rise Comedy in Denver (now in its 19th year!). HNR creates an hour-long fully improvised Broadway-style musical with live musical accompaniment. Caryn is a graduate of the Second City Hollywood's conservatory program, and has additionally trained with Groundlings Theater in Los Angeles as well as with Rich Baker Improv. Caryn additionally loves tap dancing and spending time with her husband and her animals with whom she is obsessed: Margot Rita (her dog) and Taco (her cat). She can't wait to meet you and play together!