Classes
This is your brain on improv
Fall 2025 class schedule
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Join us for Improv Classes taught by Two Friends co-founder Jon Butts.
All classes run for six weeks at The Actors’ Apothecary, 1506 Prytania St.
Space is limited! Once the schedule is announced, you will be able to register at www.theactorsapothecary.com/classes.
Classes typically run on Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm.
Hoping to enroll in our next class? Please join the Improv Waitlist.
Class Descriptions
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You will be introduced to the following introductory improv skills: trust, agreement, give and take, and group mind in a safe and inclusive environment.
Prerequisite: No experience required, just come as you are!
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Learning to create full, dynamic characters,we’ll also cover patterns, games, and basic editing tools for scenework.
Prerequisite: at least one improv level at any improv theater, or instructor permission.
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Exploring scenework, character work, group scenes, split scenes, other basic and non-basic edits to bring your scenework to the next level. We will also include personal diagnostics.
Prerequisite: at least two improv levels at any improv theater, or instructor permission.
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Working on advanced and advancing performance skills. Covering the nuts and bolts of building groups, developing forms, and instruction on giving/receiving constructive notes.
Prerequisite: Completion of Level 3 at Two Friends Improv Theater, or instructor permission.
Scholarships
Two Friends Improv Theater's mission is to support the New Orleans community through performance and education. We are happy to offer scholarship opportunities focusing on women, people of color, and LGBTQ of our community. If you are interested, please fill out this form.