Online Improv Elective: Form - the Armando/Asscat

Level: experienced

The Nursery/Maydays longform electives are classes on specific aspects of longform improvisation Some of these classes focus on skills and some on forms, some on narrative ideas and some on Chicago-style longform. In these classes, students will have the opportunity to play side coached longform sets with particular focuses and feedback from the teacher.

‘The Armando Diaz Hootenanny and Theatrical Experience’ is the longest-running improvisation show in Chicago and has inspired many shows worldwide, including the Maydays own ‘Guest who?’.

Combining true-life monologues with longform sets inspired by them, the show can also be described as a ‘monologue deconstruction’. It is flexible, easy to play and both an excellent introduction to longform and way to bring together players for one-off shows. It allows us to share experiences both mundane and extraordinary and play scenes that feel both bizarre and normal.

In this workshop, players will be introduced to all the skills necessary to perform the ‘Armando’, including performing monologues, initiating and bringing together scenes, as well as having opportunities to practice the form.

Min. participants 6, max. 8.

This Intermediate elective runs Saturday 27th March, 4 pm – 6.30 pm GMT

Intermediate (3/6 months+) These classes will be opportunities to add tools to your growing toolbox. Normally these classes will expect players to be confident playing scenes. These classes will provide practise and specific new skills.

NB: Our electives frequently sell out, but do not despair if this class has. You have not missed your shot. If enough people join the waiting list, we are often able to put the same class on a few days after or in parallel. So if you were excited, join up and we will be in touch.