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Listen, Agree, Play: An 8‑Week Intro to Improv at Boom Chicago
An 8‑week introductory improv course that teaches the fundamentals of agreement, commitment, spontaneity and listening; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Listen, Agree, Play: An 8‑Week Intro to Improv at Boom Chicago.
Join an engaging introductory improv course that teaches the essentials of spontaneity, agreement and listening through playful exercises designed for a welcoming group dynamic.
Highlights
Course Highlights
Fundamentals of Improv
Students explore core principles—agreement, commitment, spontaneity and listening—through structured exercises that build scene work from simple prompts.
A Welcoming, All‑Levels Class
The course is explicitly open to all skill levels; no prior experience or training is required, and the environment is designed to encourage creativity and connection.
Simple Check‑In Routine
Arrive early to check in at reception—participants are asked to be on site ahead of the scheduled start to register and get settled.
What the day feels like
What the Class Feels Like
The class unfolds through a sequence of exercises and short scenes that train attention and agreement: warm‑ups to loosen timing, partner drills that require commitment, and improvised scenes that sharpen spontaneity and listening.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this class suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course runs as an 8‑week introductory program.
No special gear or prior training is required; participants should arrive prepared to move, speak and engage in group exercises.
Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins and check in at reception.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need prior improv experience to join?
No — you don’t need any experience or training to join this introductory course.
How long is the course?
The program is an 8‑week introductory course.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes — the course is for participants aged 18 and older.
When should I arrive and where do I check in?
Arrive 15 minutes before class begins and check in at reception.
What will I learn in the class?
Students will explore the fundamental principles of improv through exercises in agreement, commitment, spontaneity and listening.