[LGBTQIA+ Affinity Event] Charm City Connection Through Improv!

Sat Jun 15 2024 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-04:00

Enoch Pratt Free Library - Hamilton Branch | Baltimore

Highwire Improv
Publisher/HostHighwire Improv
[LGBTQIA+ Affinity Event] Charm City Connection Through Improv!
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Unleash laughter and make friends in Baltimore! It's the magic of improv—connect with newcomers and spark joy in this two hour workshop!
About this Event

This workshop is an LGBTQIA+ Affinity Event; both facilitators are members of the LGBTQIA+ community and we ask that only members of the LGBTQIA+ community sign up! If that's not you, we've got several other events which are general admission available as well. Reach out with any questions!

Welcome to Baltimore, the city of charm and possibility! If you've recently found yourself in this vibrant community and are eager to make connections, our "Charm City Connections: An Improv Welcome to Baltimore" event is the perfect avenue. In this specially curated two-hour experience, we invite newcomers like you to explore the world of improv while forging new friendships.

Led by seasoned facilitators, this event offers a unique opportunity to break the ice, have a ton of fun, and dive into the art of spontaneous collaboration. We’ll begin with introductions and a boundary check-in, where we establish an inclusive and supportive space for everyone. Then, through interactive exercises and guided scenes, you'll not only discover the joy of improv but also connect with fellow newcomers on a shared journey of exploration.

Whether you're a seasoned improv enthusiast or a complete beginner, this workshop is tailored to cater to diverse backgrounds and experiences. No need to worry about fitting in—improv is the ultimate equalizer, bringing people together through laughter and shared creativity.

Come embrace the magic of improv, make lasting connections, and weave your story into the rich tapestry of Baltimore's welcoming community. Join us for an unforgettable experience where laughter knows no strangers and friendships are sparked in the spontaneity of the moment!

About your instructors:

Kristen McKenzie (she/her) is an improviser, educator, and founding board member of Highwire Improv. Originally from Charleston, SC, she has lived in Baltimore for more than ten years. She has trained with Baltimore Improv Group, and the Magnet and PIT in NYC. She enjoys all kinds of improv but dramatic improv has a special place in her heart. She believes improv is a consent based art form and is passionate about creating improv spaces for everyone. She performs regularly with her troupes Babeprov, Local Spot, Important Screws, Topiary, and Whatever This Is. When not improvising she enjoys cooking, gardening and spending time with her husband Barry and their three beautiful cats.

Misty Letts (she/they) stepped into the improv pool 6 years ago and has not looked back. She got her footing at Baltimore Improv Group through curriculum and workshops from various BIG instructors of the form. Digging into opportunities to learn from so much talent including Don Fanelli (UCB), Kate Zelensky (UCB), and Travis Charles Ploeger (iMusical- WIT). She has also enjoyed playing with Maryland Improv Collective and can presently be found camped out on Highwire’s front stoop. Misty she’s and is also a they/them and can be found on two wheels tooling about town, so drive carefully!

“Improv helps the world laugh, and listen” -Misty

About Highwire Improv:

Highwire Improv is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization based in Baltimore, Maryland. Our mission is to steward a community of artists committed to growth, collaboration, joy, and justice — in Baltimore and around the world — through improvisational theater.

This workshop is an LGBTQIA+ Affinity Event; both facilitators are members of the LGBTQIA+ community and we ask that only members of the LGBTQIA+ community sign up! If that's not you, we've got several other events which are general admission available as well. Reach out with any questions!


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This workshop is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org)! Highwire Improv uses funds from the MSAC Creativity Grant to deliver this and other introductory workshops all over Baltimore!


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Enoch Pratt Free Library - Hamilton Branch, 5910 Harford Road, Baltimore, United States

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