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Stage Craft: Building Rehearsal Cubes

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Walt Frasier

Below is a how to guide, pictures from my build of six rehearsal cubes. Also below us a video of a master Craftsman. But I think my instructions better suit those of us otherwise challenged in such arts. Lol Currently … Continue reading →

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Comedy Camp Week Four – July 19, 2021 – Kids, Teens Times Square, NYC

Posted on July 13, 2021 by Walt Frasier

9am Daily Early Drop Off – Free time, socialize. OPEN MIC – use the stage to practice stand-up and sketch comedy routines, student run play time. At least one adult 9:30am Daily Warm-Up 10am Morning Session Professional Teaching artist runs … Continue reading →

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TWO NEW GAMES based upon Dr. Seuss Rhyme Schemes

Posted on May 26, 2021 by Walt Frasier

Two weeks ago we debuted two new games in our classes and live show in Times Square. I am most certain this has been played at some point in the past by someone somewhere, but cannot find a description ANYWHERE … Continue reading →

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Want to be a working artist?

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Walt Frasier

Every year thousands of hopefuls flood to New York City with stars in their eyes. BIG DREAMS. Most of them have the talent to make it. Most of them won’t make it. Not because for all the reasons your parents … Continue reading →

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STAGE 101 Public Speaking Tips

Posted on December 16, 2020 by Walt Frasier

CLICK HERE to download printable one page PDFInterested in Shows & Classes, check links in the menu for upcoming sessions. Every time you get on stage, think of these tips before speaking. Face Audience When in doubt, making eye contact … Continue reading →

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ONLINE IMPROV GAMES – How to play Objections online

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Walt Frasier

We have been running shows and classes online now for four weeks. It’s been great just to get together and share some laughs but it has been challenging adopting games to the ZOOM platform. Our classes started off doing stand-up … Continue reading →

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Student Group Discount Times Square Improv Comedy Shows Workshops Field Trips

Posted on January 6, 2019 by Walt Frasier

Every week we have lots of families and student groups from schools, camps, scout troupes and other community centers.  We run shows year round. Bring in your vacation travel camp in December, February, April. Almost every weekend we have a … Continue reading →

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Summer Comedy Camp 2018 Schedule of Sessions #NYC #KIDS #TEENS

Posted on May 2, 2018 by Walt Frasier

Six Weeks each with 5 days of classes in Improv, Stand-Up, Sketch Comedy,Watching Professional Shows, Weekly Performance Showcase Continue reading →

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SUMMER COMEDY CAMP NYC 2018 Early bird Discount Registration

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Walt Frasier

SUMMER COMEDY CAMPS for Kids & Teens NYC 2018. It is that time again. We are gearing up for an amazing summer.  CLICK LINK for DISCOUNT REGISTRATION It is not too late to join our Spring Programs in New York City … Continue reading →

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COFFEE, DONUTS & IMPROV Saturdays 10am Starting January 6, 2018 at Broadway Comedy Club NYC

Posted on December 27, 2017 by Walt Frasier

COFFEE, DONUTS & IMPROV Saturdays 10am Starting January 6, 2018 at Broadway Comedy Club NYC REGISTER HERE $40 to drop in $100 includes 4-weeks Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 plus FREE tickets to professional comedy shows COFFEE, DONUTS & IMPROV … Continue reading →

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