JCI Teen Improv Workshop

The JCI Teen Improv Workshop is designed to introduce young students to the world of improvisational theater. Led by experienced improv artists and educators, the class involves a series of interactive activities that students of any experience level will enjoy!

During the class, students engage in various improvisational exercises and games that encourage creativity, teamwork, and quick thinking. These activities might involve creating imaginary scenarios, spontaneously acting out scenes, and responding to prompts without pre-planned scripts. Through these exercises, students learn to think on their feet, develop their communication skills, and increase their confidence in storytelling and stage presence.

This workshop not only provides an entertaining and engaging experience for students but also helps them develop valuable life skills that extend beyond the realm of performance, such as problem-solving, empathy, and self-assuredness in public speaking.

Meet the Instructor:

Kendall Uyeji is a theatre artist who graduated from Western Washington University in Theatre Education in 2016. He has worked in teaching acting, improv, and writing to kids, teens, and adults for over eight years now. He has been trained at Seattle Children’s Theatre, had residencies in many schools, and runs the Education Program at Jet City Improv. He loves teaching and is always excited to teach new people to fun of theatre and improv!