Our classes and workshops encourage exploration, experimentation, and growth.
We move past outdated methods to develop the kind of work that feels connected, personal, and fun.
Led by longtime teacher and performer Chris Alvarado, these classes reflect over 25 years of experience and a genuine love for improv.
Classes
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This is your chance to work with Chris in a focused, supportive environment.
The class is built for players who want to continue developing their work, who are ready to slow down, stay present, and find the fun without forcing it. Each session centers on exploration and experimentation.
Dates: Tuesdays- 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29,
8/5, 8/12, & 8/19
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Pacific Time)
Cost: $499
Location: Santa Monica Playhouse
Limited Class Size
We’re excited to welcome special guests Homegirls from Outer Space, a duo we absolutely love. Don’t miss this night of playful improv with some of our favorite people.
We love doing this show, and we'd love to see you there!
Date: Friday, May 9th
Time: 8 PM
Cost: $12
Location: Theater 68 in North Hollywood
Testimonials
Jaymie P.
Chris is the only coach with whom I've worked who genuinely cares about the success of the ensemble. He's professional and exudes a contagious passion for the work. My favorite thing about working with Chris is his openness to the group's artistic vision and the fact that rehearsals always feel like a creative collaboration.
Josey O.
“What makes Chris special is his openness to experimentation and his skill at finding real depth in scene work. As a performer, I feel comfortable trying out something new on stage when Chris is coaching.”
Garrett R.
Chris's approach helped me develop the improv superpowers that are specific to me, and his workshops provide a space to try new things, make weird choices, and find creative ways to avoid the pitfalls of bad scenes. His passion "in the lab" is contagious, his feedback is constructive, and most importantly, you'll leave each workshop a better improviser than you went in.
Cat C.
I’ve done multiple classes with Chris and have LOVED them all. Chris is always supportive and makes me feel like a rockstar. The improv skills I’ve learned have helped my confidence as well as my writing and creativity.
Marcus R.
I was blown away by Chris' passion and encouragement. Not only does he have a wealth of knowledge and experience, but he made sure that every student felt comfortable and confident on stage. He created a fun and supportive environment where everyone could let loose and have a great time.
Stephanie S.
Chris Alvarado is hands-down the best improv teacher I’ve had the pleasure to work with. He is refreshingly “real” and gives it to you straight, not common among many teachers. The result is more fun, deeper play, and a lot more satisfaction. He reminds you what is possible with this incredible work and he encourages you to fully immerse yourself in it - slowly, “taking care of yourself first,” to experience the truest rewards of the form - the joy of surrendering the need to “perform” and discovering what happens in this moment together.
