Workshop limited to 12 students.

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In this Improv-to-Sketch/Character workshop, students will be given a crash-course in the fundamentals of developing a sketch or solo character through the process of improvisation. From ideating a premise to improvising that premise to honing and editing that premise based on feedback and instinct, students can expect to leave with a firm understanding of the joys of developing an idea through the lens of improvisation.

Workshop: Sunday, July 12th, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Where: BCC Dog House, Studio 1 (137 Montrose Ave)

Teacher: Devin Bockrath

Bio:

Devin Bockrath is a New York based actor, improviser, and comedy writer. A native of Chicago, she began her career at the iO and Annoyance Theaters. Upon moving to New York, she trained as a dramatic actor with the Atlantic Theater School and currently teaches at The Brooklyn Comedy Collective. Her credits include Joe Pera Talks With You (Adult Swim/Max), The Daily Show (Comedy Central), The Other Two (Comedy Central), Girls 5 Eva (Peacock) and That Damn Michael Che (Max).

Testimonials:

“Devin did an amazing job at facilitating group bonding, breaking down technique, pointing out individual strengths and making us laugh/ creating a playful atmosphere.”

“Devin found a way to make every moment a teachable one. She was friendly and funny and so smart and it made the class a joy.”

“Hard to say one thing. I looked forward to Devin’s class every week. Extremely supportive, great at keeping our energy up, made every class a pleasure and no one wanted it to be over so soon!”

“Hard to pick one greatest quality about Devin - genuine interest, caring, insight, experience, patience, enthusiasm.”

“Devin made every class an absolute joy! Also, taking this class made me feel like I could be a part of the BCC community, and that kind of openness in an age of gatekeepers is refreshing as hell.”

“Devin's ability to care for and encourage all of us was really impactful. It felt like she was truly taking the time to get to know each of us as a performer and see which skills we needed to help us grow.”

“Devin is the best. She’ll make you feel like you were destined to find yourself in an improv classroom. She creates a space of belonging and camaraderie while making you feel like you can create incredibly fun, very silly organic moments on the stage.”

Read more student testimonials here.

If this class is sold out, sign-up for the wait list here.