WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:
This class will focus on the various tenets of musical improv (such as warm-ups, tempo, lyrics, emotion, movement, etc) and break them down into easily understandable exercises and games. Then, we will focus on applying them to short-form and narrative improv. The first part of the workshop will be focusing on the techniques of improvising a song, and the second part will focus on adding a theatrical flair! You don’t need to be a highly “experienced” or “skilled” singer, just a person who loves music! This should will be a blast for players of any level!
WORKSHOP DETAILS:
- WHEN: Friday, April 24th at 1:00 – 4:00 PM
- WHERE: The Blue Door Theatre (319 S Cedar St, Spokane, WA)
- INSTRUCTORS: Michael Haycock, Jesse Markus of Murder Fairy & Arson Leprechaun
- MAX. PARTICIPANTS: 15
- WORKSHOP LENGTH: 3 Hours
More About The Instructor:
Michael Haycock has been performing in improv comedy shows for over a decade. He is the artistic director of the Upfront Theatre, a co-founder of the Wasatch Improv Festival and has a masters degree in special education.
Jesse Markus has been studying/performing improv for 18 years, as of 2026. He is a performer and instructor at The Upfront Theatre, a seasoned corporate communication coach, a founding board member of the widely-lauded Wasatch Improv Festival, and has performed/taught at locations around the country.
Questions about this workshop? Reach out to Jim Mohr at Jim_Mohr@bluedoortheatre.org or reach out to the Instructor directly at haycockmichael@gmail.com , jeslawmar2il@gmail.com