IMPROV
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The CCMS Improv Program is a comprehensive study of game-based, short form improvisation directed and taught by award-winning professional improviser Eric Price.
Students learn, practice, and perform basics and fundamentals of improvisation as well as advanced concepts and skills (scene study, character work, styles, genres, musical improvisation), culminating in a performance at the end of each semester.
Students develop essential life skills such as acceptance, commitment, flexibility, critical thinking, courage, full effort, being kind, and authentic collaboration. No experience necessary, but commitment, an adventurous spirit, and a positive attitude are required!
For more information on our program, including news, performance dates, show tickets, and summer workshops, please visit the CCMS Improv web site at: http://ccmsimprov.com
If you have any questions, send an email to: ccmsimprov@gmail.com
Interested in joining the 2025 - 2026 CCMS Improv Program?
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The CCMS Improv Program is a year-long program.
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Classes are held one day per week immediately after school : Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday at 2:40-4:40 pm. Wednesday at 1:50-3:50 pm. Students are assigned to one of these class days for the entire semester.
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There will be three Performance Group Improv Intensives each semester that will follow students’ regular weekly class. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday class intensives are at 4:25-5:40 pm. Wednesday class intensives are at 3:35-4:50 pm. Performance Group Intensives are scheduled in October, November, and December 2025 and then again in January, February, March and April 2026. During these weeks regular weekly classes will end 30 minutes earlier.
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All students are expected to rehearse for and perform in a Winter and Spring Improv Show. Commitment to attendance for classes, performance group intensive classes, and performance weekends is required.
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All classes are held at CCMS.
Participation in the program requirements:
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Online REGISTRATION – 2025-26 registration begins August 12 and closes August 28 (click here to register)
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RETURNING Students attend a MANDATORY CLASS – on August 27 from 1:50-3:30 pm at CCMS Cafeteria.
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New Students attend a MANDATORY TRIAL CLASS – on August 28 from 2:45-4:15 pm at the Robert Frost Auditorium.
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Parents attend MANDATORY PARENT MEETING – on August 30 from 4:30-5:30 pm at the Robert Frost Auditorium.
Registration can be withdrawn after the Trial Class if student/parent decide that the Improv Program is not a good match for the student at this time. Unfortunately, registration is not possible after August 30 and the Trial Class is mandatory.
TESTIMONIALS
“Watching the class, I realized the skill set they are learning is universal and not normally taught in school. It's not just about being funny, it’s about supporting your team and being confident to think and react quickly in a fast-moving situation. I wish I could have taken it!”
“Improv has helped my child to have the confidence & ability to perform academically, particularly when the unexpected occurs. Practice with performance has enhanced his participation in class discussions and other public speaking forums.”
“Improv has been great for my son's personal development. He's learned positive lessons about having fun, working hard, taking responsibility, working in teams, and being willing to risk failure. It's fantastic!”