Doing slow improv leads to great scene work that's easy and inspired. But sometimes when we get out of practice, we get off track and our improv suffers. We struggle and it's frustrating. This advanced level class is for people who want to continue improving their slow improv. The last class will include an online […]
In this class we will continue to build off our short form skills to learn how to create fully improvised scenes. We will accomplish this with a series of fun games and exercises that will make scene work as easy as having a conversation. The final class will be a show at The Laughing Academy […]
Doing slow improv leads to great scene work that's easy and inspired. But sometimes when we get out of practice, we get off track and our improv suffers. We struggle and it's frustrating. This advanced level class is for people who want to continue improving their slow improv. The last class will include an online […]
Everyone can improvise, especially actors. Improvising can be as easy as having a conversation. Actors think they need a script, but they are wrong. Improvising is acting. And when they apply their acting skill to improv, they will see how easy and fun it can be and feel more confident that they can do it. […]
Long form should be easy and fun. But if you are a seasoned improviser, it can be frustrating when you're missing opportunities to get the laughs and do shows you are proud of. If you are a seasoned improviser who wants to be a great long form player, it doesn't take much time to get you back on track. In […]
In this class we will continue to build off our short form skills to learn how to create fully improvised scenes. We will accomplish this with a series of fun games and exercises that will make scene work as easy as having a conversation. The final class will be a show at The Laughing Academy […]
Everyone can improvise, especially actors. Improvising can be as easy as having a conversation. Actors think they need a script, but they are wrong. Improvising is acting. And when they apply their acting skill to improv, they will see how easy and fun it can be and feel more confident that they can do it. Jimmy Carrane has been teaching improv in […]
Want to check out Jimmy's improv classes without leaving your house? Join us for this one-time class where you will learn how to slow your improv down so you can make it as easy as a conversation. All of Jimmy's classes and workshops teach you how to get out of your head and into your […]
Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy with some of the best comedians in Chicago! The comedians include: Jimmy Carrane is best known for being a host of "Studio 312" on WBEZ and for his hit one-man shows, including "I'm 27, I Still Live at Home and Sell Office Supplies" and "World's Greatest Dad(?)" Kelley Migacz […]
The biggest mistake standup and storytellers make is not working with a coach. They waste time. They don't get as many laughs. They fall behind people they started out with. Collaborating with a coach like Jimmy can you save time, speed up your progress and help you get the most out of each performance. You […]
Whether you are new to storytelling or about to embark on a one-person show, working with a storytelling coach can help take your performance to the next level. Jimmy Carrane has more than 25 years of experience doing both storytelling and one-person shows, and he can help you both craft your story and become a […]
In this straight-forward, easy-to-read book, improv teacher Jimmy Carrane identifies five things that often prevent improvisers from having a bigger career: perfectionism, resentments (and expectations), low self-esteem, playing small, and not taking care of yourself. Carrane combines real-world advice and practical tools to help you recognize and let go of each of these character traits so you can […]
In this straight-forward, easy-to-read book, improv teacher Jimmy Carrane identifies five things that often prevent improvisers from having a bigger career: perfectionism, resentments (and expectations), low self-esteem, playing small, and not taking care of yourself. Carrane combines real-world advice and practical tools to help you recognize and let go of each of these character traits so you can […]
Have you ever wanted to hide or kill yourself after doing a bad improv show? Have you thought you were crazy for feeling fear before, during or after a show? Do you judge your fellow improvisers on stage? Do you want to experience more joy in improvising? Improv Therapy is an honest and insightful book […]
Have you ever wanted to hide or kill yourself after doing a bad improv show? Have you thought you were crazy for feeling fear before, during or after a show? Do you judge your fellow improvisers on stage? Do you want to experience more joy in improvising? Improv Therapy is an honest and insightful book […]
Improvising Better is an easy to read self-help book created with the new generation of improviser in mind. It's written for today's performers, looking for a quick fix to their performance problems. This book is a fast read with long-lasting results. Jimmy Carrane and Liz Allen have improvised, taught, and directed in Chicago for over 30 […]