Basics of Improv (For Kids)
with Sam Barbaro from Greenroom Improv
Ages: 11 – 14
Day: Wednesday | February 5, 12, 19, 26 & March 5 & 12
Time: 5:30-6:30
Cost: $200 Standard | $150 RaueNow Family
Unleash your creativity and discover the joy of improvisation in this fun and supportive class. Through engaging games, creative exercises, and group activities, students will learn the fundamentals of improv, including how to think on their feet, collaborate as a team, and build confidence. This class focuses on key skills such as active listening, quick thinking, and creating stories together, all while embracing the “yes, and” philosophy that makes improv so magical. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to explore their creative side. No experience is needed—bring your imagination and a willingness to laugh!
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
Sam Barbaro is a Chicago native and first-generation American, raised by Sicilian immigrants in the Northwest Suburbs. Received a B.S. in Media Studies and Film from Northern Illinois University. Trained and completed the Second City Conservatory, IO and The Annoyance Theater programs. Sam was fortunate enough to study improvisation under Steve Carell and the late great “Father of Improv, Del Close”. Sam has experienced great joy teaching and coaching Improv…as well as performing with Greenroom Improv for over 13 years, along with other teams in the Chicagoland area.