Class Description

Wednesdays, 7pm - 9pm November 18, December 2, 9, 16 (Note: no class on November 25 for Thanksgiving.) Held at: Ashburn Senior Center 20880 Marblehead Dr, Ashburn, VA 20147 For adults ages 21+. Prerequisite: Completion of Beginner Improv Course. Comedy might seem like magic, but there's actually a delightfully simple science behind what makes a scene fly! Comedy Dynamics is a 4-week course designed to give your scenes energy, momentum, and undeniable comedic punch. Rather than trying to force jokes out of thin air, you’ll learn how to use emotional reactions, heighten the stakes, and play with patterns to make humor unfold naturally. You’ll also learn the art of seamless sideline support, learning how to step into ongoing scenes with edits, walk-ons, pop-ins, pass-throughs, and tag-outs that elevate your teammates and keep the scene energy electric. Week 1: Emotions Discover how expressing big, funny feelings takes the pressure off thinking of what to say next. Week 2: Stakes Learn how to give characters something to care about, keeping both performers and the audience deeply invested in the outcome. Week 3: Scene Edits Master supportive team mechanics like walk-ons, pop-ins, and tag-outs to enhance the action without hijacking it. Week 4: Game & Patterns Discover how to spot the unexpected, fun moments in a scene, build on patterns, and turn up the volume for maximum laughs. Whether you want to sharpen your comedic timing, support your group with confidence, or simply enjoy a fun, high-energy night out every week, this course gives you the ultimate toolkit to build hilarious scenes together. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!