Improvisational theatre consists of games, exercises, and techniques to create spontaneous monologues and scenes. Louise's free monthly classes are open to everyone, no prior experience necessary. Have fun with others and make stuff up based on your background and imagination. Exercise your creative muscles! Doing improv is a very positive, non-judgmental experience and you will laugh and have lots of fun, too. And you'll be surprised at what you can do!
Not sure if you want to participate? You're welcome to enjoy the fun as part of our audience.
This registration page is for this month's IN PERSON Improv class in Cow Hollow at the GGV Library on Green St near Octavia. Address & directions will be emailed after you register. Location is 2 blocks from a Union St MUNI stop.
2026 CLASS LOCATIONS & DATES:
Louise typically offers three Improv classes a month. You are welcome to join for one class or as many as you want. All are free. No membership required. Classes are aimed at older adults, but all are welcome. Classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at
nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events. Zoom link or address/directions will be emailed to registrants.
- Zoom Improv Class Dates, 1-2:30PM:
4/20, 5/18, 6/15, 7/20, 8/17, 9/21, 10/19, 11/16, 12/21 (typically 3rd Monday of month) - In Person Aquatic Park Improv Class Dates, 1- 2:30PM:
4/15, 5/20, 6/17, 7/15, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16 (typically 3rd Wednesday of month) - In Person Cow Hollow Improv Class Dates at GGV Library, 3-4:30PM:
4/4, 5/2, 6/6, [No Class July 4], 8/1, 9/5. 10/3, 11/7, 12/5 (usually on 1st Saturday. Hosted by the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library) - Click here to visit our event calendar or go to nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events to register for Improv classes or other NEXT Village events.
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Classes are led by Aquatic Park & NEXT Village member Louise Vogel, who studied improv for several years with veteran Bay Area teachers Sue Walden and Joya Cory. Louise graduated with a BA in Speech and Theatre and has had experience in Children's Theatre, Mime, Acting and Improvisation. Louise was also Manager and Assistant Director of the celebrated Aquatic Park Players for five years.