All of the classes offered by Stranger Than Fiction are taught by experienced instructors who aim to provide performers with the confidence to hit the stage with creativity and presence.

How to register: Please note that class spaces are limited. We reserve a space once it is paid for in full. Explore the class offerings below, then click HERE to enroll online. After registering online, send your check to (Pay to the Order of:) STRANGER THAN FICTION, 29 Cedar St Newmarket, NH 03857.

 

CLASSES FOR ADULT PERFORMERS:

Level One: Foundations of Improv
(Sundays 4 PM to 6 PM, Starting June 28th) (8 weeks) ($125) No experience required. Limited to 14 adult students. NOW REGISTERING!

Foundations of Improv is an intensive workshop series that introduces the diversity of improv theater and comedy philosophies with a focus in confidence building, creative collaboration, and original character development. The class will cover many of the short form improv comedy games made popular by programs such as Whose Line is it Anyway? It is also an informative overview of global improv resources (from the latest books and websites to national and international festivals). The workshop series culminates in a live stage performance produced with Stranger Than Fiction. This class will be held at the O2 Yoga Studio in downtown Portsmouth, NH. Instructed by John Herman.

CLASSES FOR YOUTH PERFORMERS:

Foundations of Improv for Teens
(TBD) (8 weeks) ($125)
No experience required. Limited to 14 teenagers.
Note: A waiting list is currently being developed for this class. If there is enough demand, then the class will be scheduled.

CLASSES FOR SCHOOLS, YOUTH GROUPS, CAMPS, ETC:

Improv Fundamentals Class (1 hour) ($200) (1 instructor)
This fast paced class squeezes the fundamentals of improvisational theater into a neat one hour package. Students are introduced to the tools and techniques they need to explore what they see on improv stages and popular television shows such as Whose Line Is It Anyways?

Improv Lab (2 hours) ($300) (2 instructors)
This intensive workshop in improvisational theater is designed to encourage the free expression of sound and movement, fostering
self-confidence and interpersonal awareness. Activities involve team building, the clarity and content of their speech, nonverbal
communication, blocking and accepting, spontaneity, and much more. Our instructors focus on empowering the students with the techniques and trust to take the stage with confidence and humor.

Evening Performance ($650)
Stranger Than Fiction will come to your venue and perform their award winning unique brand of improvisational theater and comedy.

Improv Lab with Evening Performance (workshop + performance) ($800) (2
instructors, plus a cast performance)
Our most popular workshop guides students through the full process of putting together an improvisational theater performance, beginning with the improv fundamentals. Students will work together as a team to learn the tools and techniques to unite as a productive ensemble. The program concludes with the Stranger Than Fiction cast joining the students for a community performance. Many student groups pre-sell tickets to the show, hence the program pays for itself!