This two hour introductory workshop gives cautious students the chance to “try before you buy”, by sampling some of the fun things you'll do in an 8 week improv course at PHIT. You'll learn the core improv concept of "agreement", how to create characters from nothing, and you'll dip your toes into improvised scenework.
This class is perfect for people of all experience levels. You do not need to have prior experience or be an actor / comedian. PHIT has students from all walks of life and all ages. We have people that are looking to make a go of improvising, but we have also had students that were just looking to meet new people, improv public speaking confidence, try something new, or simply have fun for two hours. There is no commitment here to register for a full class, only come in ready to have a good time.
Date: Friday, August 4th, 2017
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Philly Improv Theater, 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103, Rehearsal Room B
INSTRUCTOR
Rob Alesiani
WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT ROB
"Rob was such a great teacher! He helped me break out of my comfort zone and open up. Also I was genuinely surprised at how much I learned about improv during the 8 weeks, and I am recommending Rob's class to all my friends." -- "Rob is a fabulous teacher. His comments were spot on, his enthusiasm infectious, his outlook always focused on positive improvement, and his recommendations enlightening. I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone willing to take classes."
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Rob is very proud to be a member of PHIT House Team ‘Outside Voices’ under the direction of Caitlin Weigel.
Rob has studied Long-form Improv at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in New York under Jessica St. Clair, Charlie Todd and Chris Gethard. At the Philly Improv Theater, he’s studied under Christina Gausas, Michael Delaney, Mike Hochman, Jessica Snow, Steve Kleinedler, Luke Field and Mike Marbach.
His Film and TV credits include production for The Suze Orman Show, Assistant (to the) Director for the Macy’s Day Parade on NBC, Marketing and Affiliate Relations Manager for MAURY, Jerry Springer and The Steve Wilkos Show, and playing the voice of a castrated whale puppet on Late Night with Conan O’Brien. Seriously, that happened. Check IMDB.
He can also be seen in and around Philadelphia performing improv as a member of ‘Detention,’ ‘Rob-Prov’ and in the duo ‘Roomies’ with his actual roommate Joe Tuzzi.
He can also be seen in the monthly PHIT show ‘Two Late with Rob and Joe’ a fully produced late night comedy talk show, co-starring his ‘Roomies’ duo partner Joe Tuzzi.
Outside of the comedy world, Rob is a classically trained operatic baritone, can be seen tinkering with wires in server rooms, or wandering aimlessly around Northern Liberties.
