Distinctly Montana Magazine

D I S T I N C T LY M O N TA N A s FA L L 2 0 1 5 56 56 IMPROVISATION Standing on a stage and performing in front of an audience can be scary. Doing it when you don't have any lines can be down right terrifying. However, it's usually the things that scare us that are the most rewarding. Taking an improv class is a perfect example of this. In Montana we have access to amazing local theaters that not only provide entertaining shows but opportunities to step into this fun world. BOZEMAN Currently in its 21st season, e Verge is a gem of a theater tucked in an inconspicuous corner of a strip mall. eir goal is to create offbeat, heart- inspiring work that is empowering to people of all ages. ey offer improv classes for adults who, as they say, "are at risk of becoming bored." e improv curriculum gives a solid foundation of improv principles such as acceptance, listening, and creative collaboration. It is designed for all levels and helps build confidence in public speaking, thinking on your toes, and having fun on stage. ey feature a progressive curriculum with classes offered once a week for nine weeks. If you've never been to the Verge to see a performance, do yourself a favor and buy tickets for the next show. e Improv on the Verge Troupe performs twice a month during their main season, cheapest laugh in town at $5! Visit www.vergetheater.com for more information. BILLINGS e NOVA Center for the Performing Arts features Venture Improv, a performing group that also offers basic improv classes. In these classes they focus on team building skills, mak- ing big acting choices, learning to say yes to sug- gestions, and using them in scene work. ey begin by helping everyone become comfortable with the group and continue with a fun day of improv. Venture Improv is also available for private classes and team building workshops. Visit www.novabillings.org MISSOULA Zootown Improv at the Stensrud Playhouse will begin offering improv classes this fall. ere will be beginning and intermediate classes plus stand-up comedy. ey will run once a week for six weeks and end with a performance. At Stensrud Playhouse the focus is on teamwork, listening, creativity, and the ability to think on your feet in a safe environment. It's a non-competitive environment where you work together, have fun, and form friendships. All levels are welcome. Zootown Improv performs twice a month so if you are wondering what it's all about, check them out to see if it's for you. ey also hold auditions for their performing cast a couple times a year if you want to take it further. Visit www.stensrudplayhouse.com for more information. s !CRES NEAR "RIDGER -4 WITH K )NCOME 0OTENTIAL IN ,EASED ,AND s )NCLUDES (OME 'UEST 1UARTERS 3EPARATE /FlCE AND ,ARGE 3HOP s "EAUTIFUL &INISHES AND !MENITIES 4HROUGHOUT s -ILE #LARK &ORK 2IVER &RONTAGE FOR 2ECREATION AND 2ELAXATION s -INUTES TO "ILLINGS 3HOPPING AND THE )NTERNATIONAL !IRPORT s See aerial video at www.279sriverrd.com YOU R N ew M o n ta na re t re at Pat Schindele Senior broker associate 406.238.7156 www.patschindele.com schindele@floberg.com Zootown Improv group

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