Coaches
Curran Connor
Let me enroll you in my pyramid scheme wait sorry ignore that let's do Improv. At the UCB I was member of the Harold Teams 'Game 7' and 'Captain', and the Lloyd Team 'The Outlaw.' Indie teams include 'Gym Crush', 'Pony Danza', and 'I Love Juicy.' I've been a professional actor since since 20...Schedule updated almost 2 years ago
Joyah Spangler
As a coach, I like to focus on deep listening, bold physical/emotional choices and building a strong ensemble. I have experience in many different forms/philosophies of improv, including musical improv. I was a house performer and instant team coach at Reckless Theatre, and have been an Adv...Schedule updated over 2 years ago
James Dwyer
I was a performer and teacher at UCB for the past decade. My credits at the theatre include The Law Firm, ASSSSCAT, poHa, Strife, One Man Harold, Harold Night, and more. Currently I perform around the city with my team Duchovny and occasionally sit in on a few shows in the city. I also host a pod...Schedule updated over 2 years ago
Dillon Geyselaers
Greetings! I'd love to coach your improv or sketch team! I am also available to direct other projects and coach you through your next audition. I believe in grounded scene work, listening and reacting truthfully, and following the fun. I have been studying and performing improv, sketch,...Schedule updated over 2 years ago
Shannon Kelly
6/4/22-UPDATE: I am no longer living in NYC, but I'm happy to recommend other wonderful coaches still in the area if you need help finding someone. Thanks to all who have reached out, keep on improv'ing! ----- Hey there! I am a writer and performer in New York City, and I would love to coach yo...Schedule updated over 2 years ago
Kristen Strong
Hey there! I'm a former UCB Harold and Lloyd performer who'd love to coach you! ! I studied improv at UCB starting in 2012. Previous teams include Ritual, Hotcake, Havoc, and Zaddy. I also hosted the Tuesday night Improv Jam. I love working on game and the mechanics of improv - baseline re...Schedule updated over 2 years ago
Amanda Stafford
Hi! I'm Amanda Stafford, my pronouns are she/her/they, and I'd love to work with your team to bring out your best work! Right at the top: all attendees of a coaching session must be fully vaccinated and well; no exceptions. :) I've been studying and creating improv and sketch comedy profess...Schedule updated over 2 years ago
Lynsey Bonell
Hey! I'd love to work with you and your improv team! I've taught, coached and studied improv in London, Sydney and New York, and performed in festivals across the world with some great teams. Whether you're just starting out or wanting to explore new forms I'll work with you to set goa...Schedule updated over 2 years ago
Arianna Durnell
Hello! I was an actor on the Maude Night team Glamour College at the Upright Citizen’s Brigade and my writing has been published on Clickhole, McSweeney’s, Reductress, Women In Comedy Festival Daily, Robot Butt, and The Higgs Weldon. My sketch comedy has been featured on WhoHaha and Comedy Cake.Schedule updated over 2 years ago
Andy McCain
Andy has been loving improv ever since the short form games he explored in high school and through Whose Line? He dabbled in college groups and has incorporated improv techniques and ideologies into various theatre education programs across the nation. He has taught sketch as well for countless h...Schedule updated almost 3 years ago