IMPROV with Sahir

Improv is where creativity, collaboration, and quick thinking come together. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, meet new people, improve communication skills, or simply have fun, this two-level improv program at G5A offers a welcoming space to learn, experiment, and play.

Both the Beginner and Intermediate courses consist of 8 sessions of 90 minutes for each session and conclude with a live showcase at G5A’s Black Box.

Schedule:

Beginner Improv:

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Intermediate Improv:

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Session Dates (on Saturdays and Sundays)

September 05, 06

September 12, 13

September 19, 20

September 26, 27

Final Showcase: TBD

Beginner Improv:

Perfect for anyone new to improv. Through games, exercises, and scene work, participants will learn the fundamentals of improvisation while building confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills.

Ideal for:

First-time performers

Anyone looking to think on their feet better

People wanting to build confidence and meet new people

No prior experience required.

Intermediate Improv:

Designed for participants with prior improv experience who are ready to deepen their practice. The course explores scene structure, finding the game, character work, ensemble building, and introductory long-form improvisation.

Ideal for:

Improvisers with previous training

Anyone wanting to sharpen their storytelling instincts

Performers looking to strengthen their scene work

About the Instructor – Sahir Mehta:

Sahir Mehta is an actor and improviser trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. He is the co-creator of It Takes 2, a fully improvised play staged at NMACC and NCPA, a core member of Medium Sized Improv, and co-producer of On the Spot. With over five years of teaching experience, Sahir’s classes focus on building strong fundamentals in a supportive, collaborative, and highly interactive environment. He believes anyone can be funny, and will help you find your unique voice in a fun, safe environment.