Improvisation
Buddy McQueen
Buddy has been doing improv since 2009. He has learned from such teachers as Joe Bill (IO), Miles Stroth (founder of The Pack) and Liz Allen (Second City and IO) as well as Improv-Vegas teachers Paul Mattingly (Second City Flamingo) and Matt Donnelly (Magnet, UCB, and The PIT).
Buddy is a founding member of Mancandy Musical Improv. He has learned from the great musical improv teachers; Laura Hall of Who’s Line is it Anyway, Scott Passerella of OffBook the improvised musical podcast and Shulie Cowen Creator of Opening Night the improvised musical. He also taught a six month course from dunce to diva class based on the amazing instant songwriting book by Nancy Howland Walker.
Improvisation for Kids & Teens
Improv for kids is a fun and engaging way to help children build confidence, creativity, and communication skills. Through spontaneous games and exercises, kids learn to think quickly, collaborate with peers, and embrace the art of problem-solving in a supportive environment. Improv encourages self-expression, boosts social skills, and helps children become more adaptable and resilient. Whether they're shy or outgoing, improv allows kids to explore their imagination, take risks, and develop important life skills that will benefit them both on and off the stage!
Tuesday improvisation starts November 12
Join Water Street Improv!
The vast majority of working comic actors from Nicole Byer and Shaseer Zamata to Lisa Kudrow and Conan O’Brien have extensive training in longform improv. The cast and writing staff of Saturday Night Live has consisted of 90+ percent longform improvisers.
Each week, we will work new acting muscles and have a fresh perspective.
Longforms learned include La Ronde, Monoscene, proprietary blend, Harold, Movie Form, and Deconstruction.
Focus range from environment, to spacework, to scenework group work and game of the scene and even scene types.
There will be something for everyone in every class from beginners to advanced players.
Helpful for all levels, whether you’re getting reps or learning skills for the first time.
We will have an improv show every 4 months.