Improv for Kids

Ages 7 - 12

This class empowers kids to use the creativity they already have inside them. We use acting techniques to support the child, rather than mold the child into an actor.

Kids collaborate to write their own skits

It’s a safe space for kids to have fun and explore their imagination. Multiple ages come together to play theater games,  improvs and work on short scripted scenes.

A Typical Class Includes:

  • Opening Circle

  • Warm up

  • Grounding (meditation)

  • Skill building games

  • Performance

  • Reflection

  • Closing Circle

“Living Painting”

Kids develop their social skills, quick thinking skills, self calming skills, storytelling skills and so much more!

Moonie loves the class so much! He looks forward to it each week and is so happy and excited after every class! It seems like such a warm, welcoming and safe environment. He seems to feel so comfortable in the class, we’re so thrilled that it exists!
— Brad, Moonie's dad

This class is for kids to gain confidence, make friends and have fun!

All Classes are taught by Cathryn de Prume

I teach to give children a window to themselves and to others. To empower children using improvisation and theatre games, giving them the opportunity to express themselves. Improvisation is a fantastic tool to enhance social skills which ultimately can make the world a better place.

Students will flex their creativity muscles playing games that build skills such as quick thinking, imagination, listening and responding. They’ll learn how to ground themselves, preparing their “instrument” for optimal fun and performance. They will learn about story and its components such as beginning, middle and end, characters and conflicts. They’ll experience what it means to be part of an ensemble which leads to cooperation. Toward the end of the session students will develop an improv into a skit to be performed for friends and family on the final day.

ENROLLING NOW!

March 2025 Monday Improv Class (currently sold out):

At the Silverlake Community Church

10 Monday afternoons March 10th - May 19th (Skipping LAUSD Spring Break)

3:15pm - 4:45pm

Ages 7 - 12

$350

June 2025 Monday Improv Class:

At the Silverlake Community Church

4 Monday afternoons June 1st - June 29th

3:15pm - 4:45pm

Ages 7 - 12

$140

August 2025 Monday Improv Class:

At the Silverlake Community Church

10 Monday afternoons August 11th - October 20th (Skipping Labor Day)

3:15pm - 4:45pm

Ages 7 - 12

$350

October 2025 Monday Improv Class:

At the Silverlake Community Church

8 Monday afternoons October 27th - December 15th (Skipping LAUSD Spring Break)

3:15pm - 4:45pm

Ages 7 - 12

$280

January 2026 Monday Improv Class:

At the Silverlake Community Church

8 Monday afternoons January 5th - March 2nd (Skipping President’s Day)

3:15pm - 4:45pm

Ages 7 - 12

$280

March 2026 Monday Improv Class:

At the Silverlake Community Church

10 Monday afternoons starting March 10th - May 19th (Skipping LAUSD Spring Break)

3:15pm - 4:45pm

Ages 7 - 12

$350

Cathryn’s improv class has been so enriching for our Clementine (11). In it, she has learned to say more “Yes, and...,” which is vital for collaboration and creativity. The class has helped open her mind to others’ ideas. She says the activities are really fun and have helped her become a better actor. We love seeing her perform with the other kids at the end of a session. They are all so committed to it, and they’re hilarious! It’s pretty amazing.
— Matt, Clementine's dad
I love this class so much. Ever since I started I’ve had so much fun! It’s so amazing and I want to do it forever!!
— Frances C.