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We’re proud to announce our new free monthly seminars. Seminars are 40 minutes long and are open enrollment.
See this month’s free offering below, and sign up for our mailing list to be the first to know when new free seminars are up!
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Consider this class your primer into comedy! This class will dive into:
$35+Fees In this workshop, you will learn:
$35+Fees In this workshop, you will learn:
In this workshop, you will learn:
● How to use your body as a sharpened tool for improv
● Embody characters physically with the whole body including how they
stand, walk, sit, breathe etc.
● Get in touch with your own mind/body connection and unique
physicalities
● Create a comprehensive/safe physical warm up and routine to help keep
the body sharp, flexible, and strong
● Learn to use physical movement as a catalyst/inspiration to start a
scene
● Explore space and surroundings fully when onstage in a scene
● Learn how isolations and movement have been key factors in comedy and
storytelling from its origins in commedia dell’arte to ballet d’action
to silent films & vaudeville to today’s modern sketch shows.
● Understand how truth and emotion affect the body and vice versaSee our youth classes offerings below, and sign up for our mailing list to be the first to know when new youth classes are up!
Steps to take to sign up for a Youth Class
Please take a moment to follow these steps in order to successfully register for our youth classes.
1. Fill out our Youth Classes Registration Form below. Make sure to indicate on the registration form which class you are interested in taking.
Registration For Youth Classes3. Register for the Class. Once you’ve submitted your registration form, purchase and reserve a seat in your preferred class!
Consider this class your primer into comedy! This class will dive into:
At The PIT, we have a core Improv curriculum consisting of Improv Levels 1-5. If you are interested in completing our core curriculum, you must complete all 5 levels in this order: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5. (Students may enter into higher levels on a case by case basis and must email classes@thepit-nyc.com to complete this process).
Improv classes that are not level based fall under our elective classes. Elective classes are available to students in any stage of their improv journey unless otherwise notated in the class description. Some Elective classes require a certain completion of our core curriculum.
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 TOTAL= $15 Online Reservation + $20 CASH day-of to complete enrollment
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
Consider this class your primer into comedy! This class will dive into:
$35 COST: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$99+Fees No pressure Improv. Dip your toe into the joyous pool of improv- 0% fear, 100% fun. This is the perfect place for absolute beginners to get acquainted with the art of long-form improvisation.
$249+Fees Learn “Yes, and…!” until you have to say “No, thank you”. Focus on positive choices to initiate scenes, real-life and character monologues grounded in TRUTH!
$299+Fees Create your own form!
$35+Fees In this workshop, you will learn:
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$399+Fees
You will go through the basic forms of improv. Harold without games, Pure Harold,The Deconstruction, The Mono scene. Two weeks will be dedicated to each form and will culminate in doing one class show.
$249+Fees
We will uncover your core strengths and discuss your voice as a performer. We will also look at how you fit in a group dynamic. Individually, we will examine where each player can best contribute (the pirate, the robot and the ninja) and how they can best serve their team.
$399+Fees The goal of level 2 will be to be able to do a first and second beat of a 2 person scene using the tool of a “time-dash” either going forward or backward in time. Editing will be introduced so performers know when it’s time to enter a scene and edit a scene with walk on’s and sweep edits.
$299+Fees You will go through the basic forms of improv. Harold without games, Pure Harold,The Deconstruction, The Mono scene. Two weeks will be dedicated to each form and will culminate in doing one class show.
CREATE YOUR OWN FORM! ***Please note that there will be NO class on Thanksgiving, 11/24.
$299+FEES Learn “Yes, and…!” until you have to say “No, thank you”. Focus on positive choices to initiate scenes, real-life and character monologues grounded in TRUTH!
$399+Fees In level 3 you will work on the first-second and third beats of two person scenes as well as continuing to focus on editing by following your foot connected to your gut and heart to edit scenes at the height. Learn how to “heighten and tighten” a scene organically glued in reality to create “win-win” fun scenes to play to entertain yourself and others while “treating your partner like a genius”
$99+Fees No pressure Improv. Dip your toe into the joyous pool of improv- 0% fear, 100% fun. This is the perfect place for absolute beginners to get acquainted with the art of longform improvisation.
In this workshop, you will learn:
● How to use your body as a sharpened tool for improv
● Embody characters physically with the whole body including how they
stand, walk, sit, breathe etc.
● Get in touch with your own mind/body connection and unique
physicalities
● Create a comprehensive/safe physical warm up and routine to help keep
the body sharp, flexible, and strong
● Learn to use physical movement as a catalyst/inspiration to start a
scene
● Explore space and surroundings fully when onstage in a scene
● Learn how isolations and movement have been key factors in comedy and
storytelling from its origins in commedia dell’arte to ballet d’action
to silent films & vaudeville to today’s modern sketch shows.
● Understand how truth and emotion affect the body and vice versaAt The PIT, we have a core sketch curriculum consisting of Sketch Levels 1-4. If you are interested in completing our core curriculum, you must complete all 4 levels in this order: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4. (Students may enter into higher levels on a case by case basis and must email classes@thepit-nyc.com to complete this process).
Sketch classes that are not level based fall under our elective classes. Elective classes are available to students in any stage of their sketch journey unless otherwise notated in the class description. Some Elective classes require a certain completion of our core curriculum.
Scholarship applications for classes are available here.
$399+Fees Build your sketch toolkit with the essentials - how to come up with a sketch idea, how to employ classic sketch structure, how to create memorable characters, how to clearly communicate your ideas to your audience.
$249+Fees
Build your sketch toolkit with the essentials - how to come up with a sketch idea, how to employ classic sketch structure, how to create memorable characters, how to clearly communicate your ideas to your audience.
At The PIT, we have a core Stand Up curriculum consisting of Levels 1-5. If you are interested in completing our core Stand Up curriculum, you must complete all 5 levels in this order: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5. (Students may enter into higher levels on a case by case basis and must email classes@thepit-nyc.com to complete this process).
Stand Up classes that are not level based fall under our elective classes. Elective classes are available to students in any stage of their Stand Up journey unless otherwise notated in the class description. Some Elective classes require a certain completion of our core curriculum.
Scholarship applications for classes are available here.
$349+FEES
There’s nothing more exhilarating than performing stand up comedy, it can be intimidating. More of a guide than a conventional class, this goal-oriented program will get you up there doing stand up for the first time. You will come out of this class with disciplined writing tools, informative personal feedback and important advice, as you begin your stand up comedy journey. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in other walks of comedy life, this class is for you. Class culminates in an online stand-up show, where students present their first 3 minutes of material.
$349+Fees Now that you’ve done your first 3-5 minutes in front of a live audience it’s time to build on that towards your 7 minutes. In this class we will work on generating material and solidifying a longer set for clubs. At the end of the class we will do a live show performing the best material we've put together!
At The PIT, we have a core Storytelling curriculum consisting of Levels 1-3. If you are interested in completing our core curriculum, you must complete all 3 levels in this order: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3. (Students may enter into higher levels on a case by case basis and must email classes@thepit-nyc.com to complete this process).
Storytelling classes that are not level based fall under our elective classes. Elective classes are available to students in any stage of their storytelling journey unless otherwise notated in the class description. Some Elective classes require a certain completion of our core curriculum.
Scholarship applications for classes are available here.
Our top performers have a cathartic experience and we invite the audience to do the same!
Classes on this page are considered PIT Elective classes. These classes are not a part of our core curriculum. Elective classes are available to students in any stage of their journey unless otherwise notated that said Elective requires a certain completion of our core curriculum.
No events found – Join our Mailing List to receive announcements of upcoming events!
Classes on this page are considered PIT Elective classes. These classes are not a part of our core curriculum. Elective classes are available to students in any stage of their journey unless otherwise notated that said Elective requires a certain completion of our core curriculum.
$35+Fees In this workshop, you will learn:
$59+Fees For those who want to write a screenplay, award winning NYC Director Joe Whelski will give you the knowledge and resources you’ll need to dive in right away!
All are welcome to our Improv Drop In Classes! These single session classes are 2 hours long and allow you to work on your improv skills, no matter your skill level.
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 TOTAL= $15 Online Reservation + $20 CASH day-of to complete enrollment
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 COST: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
$35 TOTAL: $15 ONLINE/$20 CASH
We ARE OFFERING IN-PERSON CLASSES AGAIN!! DROP-IN Classes are meant for improvisers of all levels to come into one community & practice exercises that develop into masterful scenes!
Classes on this page are considered PIT Workshops. These classes are not a part of our core curriculum. Rather, they help highlight & grow a specific trait in your artistic development. PIT Workshops are available to students in any stage of their journey unless otherwise notated that says “Workshop requires a certain completion of our core curriculum.”
$35+Fees In this workshop, you will learn:
In this workshop, you will learn:
● How to use your body as a sharpened tool for improv
● Embody characters physically with the whole body including how they
stand, walk, sit, breathe etc.
● Get in touch with your own mind/body connection and unique
physicalities
● Create a comprehensive/safe physical warm up and routine to help keep
the body sharp, flexible, and strong
● Learn to use physical movement as a catalyst/inspiration to start a
scene
● Explore space and surroundings fully when onstage in a scene
● Learn how isolations and movement have been key factors in comedy and
storytelling from its origins in commedia dell’arte to ballet d’action
to silent films & vaudeville to today’s modern sketch shows.
● Understand how truth and emotion affect the body and vice versaClasses on this page are considered Leveled Classes & Electives (in-Person) PIT Classes. These classes are part of our core curriculum. In-Person PIT classes are meant to help foster comedic growth in a stable & safe environment.
$99+Fees No pressure Improv. Dip your toe into the joyous pool of improv- 0% fear, 100% fun. This is the perfect place for absolute beginners to get acquainted with the art of long-form improvisation.
$249+Fees Learn “Yes, and…!” until you have to say “No, thank you”. Focus on positive choices to initiate scenes, real-life and character monologues grounded in TRUTH!
$299+Fees Create your own form!
$35+Fees In this workshop, you will learn:
$249+Fees
We will uncover your core strengths and discuss your voice as a performer. We will also look at how you fit in a group dynamic. Individually, we will examine where each player can best contribute (the pirate, the robot and the ninja) and how they can best serve their team.
$399+Fees
You will go through the basic forms of improv. Harold without games, Pure Harold,The Deconstruction, The Mono scene. Two weeks will be dedicated to each form and will culminate in doing one class show.
$399+Fees Build your sketch toolkit with the essentials - how to come up with a sketch idea, how to employ classic sketch structure, how to create memorable characters, how to clearly communicate your ideas to your audience.
$399+Fees The goal of level 2 will be to be able to do a first and second beat of a 2 person scene using the tool of a “time-dash” either going forward or backward in time. Editing will be introduced so performers know when it’s time to enter a scene and edit a scene with walk on’s and sweep edits.
$349+FEES
There’s nothing more exhilarating than performing stand up comedy, it can be intimidating. More of a guide than a conventional class, this goal-oriented program will get you up there doing stand up for the first time. You will come out of this class with disciplined writing tools, informative personal feedback and important advice, as you begin your stand up comedy journey. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in other walks of comedy life, this class is for you. Class culminates in an online stand-up show, where students present their first 3 minutes of material.
$299+Fees You will go through the basic forms of improv. Harold without games, Pure Harold,The Deconstruction, The Mono scene. Two weeks will be dedicated to each form and will culminate in doing one class show.
CREATE YOUR OWN FORM! ***Please note that there will be NO class on Thanksgiving, 11/24.
$299+FEES Learn “Yes, and…!” until you have to say “No, thank you”. Focus on positive choices to initiate scenes, real-life and character monologues grounded in TRUTH!
$249+Fees
Build your sketch toolkit with the essentials - how to come up with a sketch idea, how to employ classic sketch structure, how to create memorable characters, how to clearly communicate your ideas to your audience.
$399+Fees In level 3 you will work on the first-second and third beats of two person scenes as well as continuing to focus on editing by following your foot connected to your gut and heart to edit scenes at the height. Learn how to “heighten and tighten” a scene organically glued in reality to create “win-win” fun scenes to play to entertain yourself and others while “treating your partner like a genius”
$99+Fees No pressure Improv. Dip your toe into the joyous pool of improv- 0% fear, 100% fun. This is the perfect place for absolute beginners to get acquainted with the art of longform improvisation.
In this workshop, you will learn:
● How to use your body as a sharpened tool for improv
● Embody characters physically with the whole body including how they
stand, walk, sit, breathe etc.
● Get in touch with your own mind/body connection and unique
physicalities
● Create a comprehensive/safe physical warm up and routine to help keep
the body sharp, flexible, and strong
● Learn to use physical movement as a catalyst/inspiration to start a
scene
● Explore space and surroundings fully when onstage in a scene
● Learn how isolations and movement have been key factors in comedy and
storytelling from its origins in commedia dell’arte to ballet d’action
to silent films & vaudeville to today’s modern sketch shows.
● Understand how truth and emotion affect the body and vice versa $349+Fees Now that you’ve done your first 3-5 minutes in front of a live audience it’s time to build on that towards your 7 minutes. In this class we will work on generating material and solidifying a longer set for clubs. At the end of the class we will do a live show performing the best material we've put together!
Classes on this page are considered Online or Virtual PIT Classes. Become a PITizen from anywhere in the world with our completely remote classes held on ZOOM!
$249+Fees
Build your sketch toolkit with the essentials - how to come up with a sketch idea, how to employ classic sketch structure, how to create memorable characters, how to clearly communicate your ideas to your audience.
$59+Fees For those who want to write a screenplay, award winning NYC Director Joe Whelski will give you the knowledge and resources you’ll need to dive in right away!
