20th
ImprovBoston visits Montreal Improv
One of our goals for 2011 was to get a fresh infusion of improv inspiration from out of town to visit Montreal. We’ve already had Eux Impro from Paris in May and now…
Maxitor from Boston will be visiting us July 8-9!
Here’s the bio:
- Maxitor is one of ImprovBoston’s premier Harold teams. Consisting of improvisers trained everywhere from the iO theatre to UCB, Maxitor focuses on relationship-based, grounded long form improv. We strive to create shows that are cohesive and hilarious, weaving together interconnected worlds and characters that address universal themes. Maxitor honors its roots while pushing the boundaries of the Harold form.
Visiting Cast: Rachel Klein, Natalie Baseman, Shannon Connolly, Jackie Arko, Mike Varejao
What are they going to do here?
Two shows: Friday July 8 at 10pm and Saturday July 9 at 8pm.
Each show will feature a pair of back-to-back Harolds. It’s a format that doesn’t get played very often in town but it’s HUGE in the states. If you are ever planning on heading out to LA, Chicago, NYC to join one of those big improv schools, the Harold is something you NEED to know.
Oh, hey, look at that, I almost forgot to mention that Rachel Klein will be holding a Harold workshop on Saturday July 9th from 2-5pm, 40$.
Harold Boot Camp
- Learn everything you need to know to understand the basics of the Harold structure in three hours! This workshop touches on the three most important features of the Harold form: relationship-based scene work, openings and games, and group mind. This class is a great way to jump into the form head-first and get an overall picture of the form. You’ll be introduced to basic terminology and structures and get some practice with implementing them. No prior experience is necessary, although some exposure to the Harold form (i.e. having seen one performed or read about it in a book, even) will help.
As always, sign up by emailing classes@montrealimprov.com with your name and the workshop’s name.
(Note: I’ve featured Rachel’s blog here a few times before. Also note: when I say I want to meet with someone, I make it happen)
So start saving your pennies or Canadian Tire money or precious ores and sign up to the workshop because we’ve limited the class to just 12 people (and I just signed up).
- vinny
