GIFT OF THE GAB

Rising Star Performing Arts Academy in partnership with Bev Cooke-Tonnesen present Gift of the Gab adults improv classes.

In this five-week introductory course, participants will learn the basic rules of improvisational acting, whilst developing vocal and physical expressive skills. Warm-ups and exercises are designed to promote confidence and release inhibition in a safe and supportive manner. The course is structured so that the participant will never feel ‘exposed’ or ‘on the spot’. As a group, they will actively learn the building blocks needed to feel free to express themselves creatively and with enjoyment. As well as learning voice, movement and acting techniques, there is a big focus on having fun and letting go.

“From running this class in Johannesburg, Bev Cooke-Tonnesen’s experience was that newbies and professionals gelled fine in classes; each learning and developing from each other,” say the organisers. “Many pro’s enjoyed the opportunity to come to “class”, get pushed and try new things. So, even if you have “been there, done that”, you ain’t been here and done this ... yet”. Make sure you wear clothing that is comfortable and easy to move in.”

Level One Outcomes: Participants who successfully complete Gift of the Gab – Level One will understand and be able to demonstrate the basic rules and concepts of Improv, including: accepting; adding; offers; blocking; advancing; extending. Their skills will improve in characterisation; physical expression in relation to location, character and basic mime; basic story building and confident vocal expression and good listening. The end results in a creative, less inhibited, spontaneous performance.

Classes are open to all, aged 18 and over and take place at Lasting Impressions, 35 Caeffron Avenue, Westville. Classes are offered on Tuesday mornings from 09h00 to 11h00 through to August 28 or Wednesday evenings from 1900 to 21h00 through to August 29.

Fee R750 (R650 members of PANSA). A 50% non-refundable deposit is required on booking. To book, email: marketing@risingstaracademy.co.za with Name, Contact number, e-mail address and the class you would like to attend. Banking details will be sent on receipt of bookings.