Improv Classes FAQs

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Can I just show up?

Nope! Please enroll in advance. If not enough students are enrolled, the class will be canceled.

Where are the classes held?

Classes are typically held at our state-of-the-art facilities we call the Asylum CoLab at 239 Causeway Street Boston. It’s a quick 5-minute walk from our theater and we have free snacks! Come, stop by and check it out.

Hate crossing the Charles River? We also offer classes in Somerville at The Green Room.

Who teaches the courses?

Classes in Improv Asylum’s Training Center are taught by professional, improvisational actors. The actors are either current actors or alums of Improv Asylum.

How long is each class?

Classes are two hours long.

How long does each level last for?

Each level is 8 weeks long. If there is a holiday break during your class term, it could extend the course by a week or two. All weeks off should be announced by the instructor at the beginning of each level.

Do I have to start at Level 1?

Improv Asylum’s curriculum is a sequential learning process where students learn Improv Asylum’s technique of improvisation. Some students who have prior professional training at an equivalent training center may be allowed to begin at Level 2. Those students may email our Training Center Admin at admin@improvasylum.com

Can I give you five dollars and owe you the rest later?

Well, not $5, but we do offer payment plans! When you click to register online, you’ll be given the option to either pay in full now or setup a payment plan with just 50% down to start.

What else do I get?

Students in Improv Asylum’s Training Center receive tons of free shows at Improv Asylum. You also get notifications of master workshops that are offered throughout the year. In addition, you get advance notification of Training Center electives.

Students in levels 3 and higher get the opportunity of stage time, as well. They have the opportunity to audition for a House Team that will perform throughout the semester.

Participate in the Refer-a-friend program once you complete Level 1, and you and your friend receive 50% off your next class (and get your friend 50% off their Level 1!). Get your company (or any company) to book us for a corporate show or corporate training and receive your next level for free. Free!

In addition, our students get full access to the Asylum CoLab at 239 Causeway Street. WHAT?! Yeah. You get free use of our shared workspace during the day while you’re a student, which includes complimentary snacks, beverages, and $3 validated parking!

Email admin@improvasylum.com for more information and any other questions!

What happens when I graduate?

There are six levels in Improv Asylum’s Training Center. At the end of level 6, your class puts on its own graduation show. Grad Shows are fully produced performances. We provide you the space, a musician, a technician and staff. You create the show as a class. Then invite your friends and family to come see how all of your hard work and money has paid off. And best of all – it’s FREE! (Reservations are recommended as most Grad Shows sell out.)

If I take a class during the winter, how will I know if you cancel class?

If the weather conditions require we cancel class, we will email you to let you know.

Will I be with the same group level to level?

While it always helps to work with the same people on an ongoing basis, it doesn’t always work out that way. Some people need to switch to a different night for their class due to work or personal reasons. Sometimes two classes within a level get combined due to enrollment. We do, however, ask that when you sign up for Level 5 that you commit to going on to the corresponding Level 6 so that you have two levels to work as a group towards your Grad Show.

What kind of feedback do we get?

Throughout each level, the instructor will have opportunities to provide feedback to students individually as well as to the class as a whole. Your class instructor and the Artistic Director are always available to address any questions you may have. You yourself also have the opportunity to provide feedback on your instructor, your class and our Training Center in an evaluation form filled out at the end of each term.

How do I get more practice time?

Many classes like to get together outside of class time and some go on to form a troupe from their class. Improv Asylum instructors and actors are available to hire to be a director for your troupe if you put one together. Class troupes also have access to Improv Asylum rehearsal space for a discounted rate. Each term Improv Asylum holds House Teams auditions as an opportunity to give students in the Training Center stage time.

What else do I need to know?

Sign up for your next level as soon as possible. It’s never too early!

How do I get there? Where do I park?

Getting here has never been easier! For classes at the Asylum CoLab, we’re a short walk from all the T lines.

For parking, we have options!

We validate parking at the Haymarket Center Garage at 136 Blackstone Street.
Validated parking is $3 for three hours – just bring your ticket to our box office to get scanned! No need to reserve, first come first served.

Doing dinner before or after your show, or just looking to visit the North End longer? We also validate at the Dock Square Garage, $20 for 5 hours at the Dock Square Garage at 20 Clinton St. Boston, MA 02109. Guaranteed parking can be reserved here. 

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