Who doesn’t LOVE a good laugh? In this class, students will learn the basics of improv comedy and acting through fun theater games, and more! Students will have the opportunity to perform at the end of the session.
All classes run on Mondays from 2:45pm – 3:30pm at Mid-Pacific Institute
Class Dates: 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27
Improv is a great tool for ANYONE to have. Whether an aspiring actor, comedian, attorney, astronaut, entrepreneur or even president…the gift of creativity, spontaneity, and wit is the BEST THING EVER! Join us for some fun, laughs and make ‘em ups!
All classes run on Mondays from 3:30pm – 4:15pm at Mid-Pacific Institute
Class Dates: 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27
Join us for some ULTIMATE IMPROV SHOWDOWN MADNESS! A tournament style night of improv featuring some of Hawaii’s top players and special guests!
Cost: $15 online or $20 at the door
21 and over only
SEE YOU THERE!
This improvhi workshop will focus on several types of openings for long form sets. Players will have the opportunity to explore different ways to generate information for a fun and idea filled show!
Participants should have some long form improv experience.
Workshop cost: $25
Instructor: Kimee Balmilero
Start off the new year with some IMPROV AWESOMENESS!
Improvhi will be offering a FREE improv workshop on Monday, January 6th from 7pm – 8:30pm. After the class, participants are welcome to stay to jam with fellow players in a 20 minute ‘show.’
Great way to meet and mingle with fun folks!
SPACE IS LIMITED.
NO ONLINE RESERVATIONS.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.
Must be present to sign up. No ‘saving spaces.’
Sign ups will begin at Arts at Marks at 6:45pm. Once the list is filled, the workshop will be closed.
Open to all levels! Come out to learn something new or freshen up your chops for the new year. LET’S PLAY!
This improvhi workshop will focus on several types of openings for long form sets. Players will have the opportunity to explore different ways to generate information for a fun, focused and idea filled show!
Participants should have some long form improv experience.
Workshop cost: $25
You’ve seen musicals. You’ve seen improv. You’ve seen musical improv and now you’d like to try it, right? RIGHT?
Improvisation is a great way to break out of your shell. MUSICAL improv is a great way to break out of your shell with an extra side of jazz hands!
In this two part workshop, students will learn the basics of musical improv comedy. This class will focus on song structure, on the fly group movement, building want songs, and incorporating songs into scenes.
NO MUSICAL TRAINING REQUIRED*. Seriously. This will be a fun, non-judgemental space where you will be to express your voice the way you want to.
Accompanist will be provided.
Class dates: Monday, February 5th and 12th
Class times: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Class cost: $60
*Participants should have some theatre or improv knowledge.
Class space is limited.
Ever watch shows like ‘Whose Line Is it Anyway’ and think, ‘Hey…I wanna try that!’ Well, now you can! Let the improvhi team introduce you to the wonderful and AWESOME world of improv comedy!
Whether you’re wanting to break out of your shell, work on your public speaking skills or just want to get your brain a sweatin’…this class will guide you to thinking on your feet and outside of the box through short form improv games and warm ups. GREAT for groups, entrepreneurs, performers, dog walkers and anyone else that likes to have a good time with cool people.
No experience required. All levels welcome. Participants will learn in a fun, safe and non-judgemntal space.
LET’S PLAY!
All classes are held on Thursday evenings from 7pm – 8:30pm
Dates:
April 5, 12, 19
Cost:
$18 for one class
Location:
131 Hekili St Ste 203 ( in the row of warehouses behind retail stores and restaurants).
Parking:
There are usually parking spaces in the lot in front of the theater and also spaces on Hekili St.
Space is limited.
Ever watch shows like ‘Whose Line Is it Anyway’ and think, ‘Hey…I wanna try that!’ Well, now you can! Let the improvhi team introduce you to the wonderful and AWESOME world of improv comedy!
Whether you’re wanting to break out of your shell, work on your public speaking skills or just want to get your brain a sweatin’…this class will guide you to thinking on your feet and outside of the box through short form improv games and warm ups. GREAT for groups, entrepreneurs, performers, dog walkers and anyone else that likes to have a good time with cool people.
No experience required. All levels welcome. Participants will learn in a fun, safe and non-judgemntal space.
LET’S PLAY!
All classes are held on Thursday evenings from 7pm – 8:30pm
Dates:
April 5, 12, 19
Cost:
$18 for one class
Location:
131 Hekili St Ste 203 ( in the row of warehouses behind retail stores and restaurants).
Parking:
There are usually parking spaces in the lot in front of the theater and also spaces on Hekili St.
Space is limited.
If you’re a kid who likes to make people laugh, wants to break out of their shell or just wants to try something new…these classes are for you!
Improvhi presents 4 afternoons filled with creativity and some major LOLs!
Comedy Camp will focus on:
Performance Skills
Improv Comedy
Sketch Comedy
Script Writing and Storytelling
There will be a casual showcase on the last day of camp. Family, friends and special guests are welcome to join us for some laughs!
Open to students entering grades 5th – 12th. Limited space.
Cost: $125
Dates: April 14, 21, 28 and May 1st
Times: 11am – 1pm
Location: The Iolani Center – 1234 Kona Street (off of Piikoi)
Parking: Private Lot
Instructor: Kimee Balmilero
Students should bring their own snacks and drinks. No food will be provided at Comedy Camp.
About The Instructor:
Hawaii born actor Kimee Balmilero has been performing professionally since 1994 thanks to her first paying gig as “Woody Woodpecker” at an Earth Day Fair. Other professional credits include: The 3X Emmy Nominated series “Hi-5,” the Original Broadway Cast of “Mamma Mia,” “Miss Saigon,” and most recently, the recurring role of Dr. Noelani Cunha on “Hawaii Five-0.” While working in NYC and LA for 15+ years, she studied improv & sketch comedy at the famed Uprights Citizens Brigade Theatre in Hollywood.
Kimee has performed at such venues as: Radio City Music Hall, The Kodak Theater, UCB in LA, Second City-Hollywood and iO West and has been featured on “The Today Show,” “Live with Regis and Kelly,” and “The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.”
Since moving back to Hawaii in 2012, Kimee founded and is the “Head Sillypino” of improvhi a company and website dedicated to sketch and improv comedy in Hawaii.
In March 2015, she created and produced the first ever Hawaii Sketch Comedy Festival at the Honolulu Museum of Art’s Doris Duke Theater.
A lifetime student of the legendary Ronald E. Bright, Kimee made her directorial debut with the Hawai’i Premiere of “Mamma Mia” at the historical Diamond Head Theatre in Honolulu. The show was a hit with Hawaii audiences and was sold out for the entire run and extension.
In her spare time, Kimee enjoys karaoke-ing, garage sale-ing, instagram-ing, eating diner spaghetti, pretending like she’s a contestant on “Top Chef,” and dreaming about sinigang.