Schedule of Events:
WORKSHOP: Starting Scenes Stronger 10a-12:30p
Starting out a scene strong helps the players align all their forces and work in the same direction and, most importantly, having set up a firm foundation, it gives them the space and liberty to play and have fun...and that’s what it’s really all about, isn’t it? In this class, veteran improviser Paul Vaillancourt is going to share a collection of his favorite and most effective time tested techniques for getting scenes off to the strongest starts possible. Ever had a hard time getting a scene going or struggled to start a scene and then had struggle the whole way through? Have you hesitated to initiate scenes because you have that “not sure” feeling? Do you just want to focus on those initial moments of the scene and make your approach stronger? If you said "yes" to any of those questions, then this workshop is for you!
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WORKSHOP: The Improvised Movie 1:30-4p
In this class, taught by veteran improviser Paul Vaillancourt, you are going to learn everything you need to know to improvise fun, exciting, on-the-fly movies in front of an audience; story structure for coherent narratives; using camera angles to help tell (and sell) the story; working with the ensemble; techniques for making your characters more dynamic and engaging; and how to bring special effects to life on stage.
This workshop is for you if:
You are an improviser and a fan of movies
You are interested in narrative improv of any sort
You are an improviser looking to really round out your education in improv
You are a screenwriter looking for a new way to loosen up, try new ideas, and have fun
You love telling stories
You are looking to expand your improv work in a way that no other longform will
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SHOW: Dogwood Comedy Festival's Improv Jam 4-5:40p
It's an improv Jam, hosted by Newt Work Comedy! Come see some fabulous improvisers create fun new realities. Or join them on stage yourself - we welcome audience participation at our jams! When else will you get the chance to perform with such amazing improvisers? Don't miss the fun!
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SHOW: Dogwood Comedy Festival's Capital City Culture Club 6-7:40p
Join us for a very special edition of Capital City Culture Club, featuring improvisers from multiple teams. Special guest monologist Paul Vaillancourt will regale the audience with short stories. The players will then bring the short stories to life in unique, heartfelt, and hilarious ways!
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SHOW: Saturday Sillies 8-9:40p
Headliner: Now Are the Foxes featuring Paul Vaillancourt
Feature: Mmm Hmm
Guest: Knievel
Opener: Man Candy
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SHOW: Late Night Laughs Part Deux 10-11:40p
Headliner: Pineapple-Shaped Lamps
Feature: Bianchi & Byland
Guest: Syndication
Opener: Ham Family
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