Buck and Clint have been performing and teaching improv for 11 years and are a driving force in the Oklahoma improv scene. In addition to Twinprov, they are co-Artistic Directors of OKC Improv, the state's premiere professional improv showcase, where they currently teach classes and perform with numerous troupes. The Vrazels are well versed in numerous improv disciplines, forms and techniques and have trained with some of the finest improv instructors from around the country including:
David Razowsky (Second City, Chicago)
TJ Jagodowski & Dave Pasquesi (iO)
Joe Bill, Susan Messing, Mark Sutton (Annoyance Theatre, Chicago)
Todd Stashwick (The Hothouse Theatre Company, LA, The Doubtful Guests, Burn Manhattan)
Craig Cackowski & Rich Talarico (iO West, Los Angeles)
Frank Caeti (Mad TV, Second City)
Jill Bernard (HUGE Theater, Minneapolis)
Shawn Landry (Oui Be Negroes)
Zach Ward (DSI Theater (Raleigh, NC), Improv Boston)
Andy Carey (iO, Chicago)
Chris Trew & Tami Nelson (New Movement Theater, Austin)
James Sinclair (Canadian Improv Games, Winnepeg)
ADULT CLASSES
Buck and Clint teach regularly reoccurring sessions of improv classes for adults at OKC Improv.
The next session will begin Dec 31 and end Feb 4th at Ghostlight Theatre Club (3110 N Walker, OKC). The first class attended is free. $10 for each additional class. To enroll call (405) 343-1570 or E-Mail okcimprov@gmail.com.
Students will have the opportunity to perform a live graduation show after each level (according to attendance and/or instructor permission).
Level 1 Improv Class: Just beginning or want some more practice with the fundamentals? Want to be more creative and expressive or learn to generate ideas on the spot? This class is for you. Level 1 introduces you to improv skills in an open, supportive class structure. Buck and Clint will guide you through the basics, dissolve your nervousness, and help you see the joy and opportunity in every moment. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Level 1 show on February 4. The show, called Other People’s Kids, is a hilarious mixture of short-form games and less structured scenes.
Level 2 Improv Class: By popular demand, we’ve designed a long form for Level 2 with a focus on relationships, character development, emotional investment, and status. If you’re looking to move from games to sustainable scenes, for an introduction to long-form, or a solid refresher on improv acting, this is for you. Join us in producing Strangers, a show about serendipity and the random encounters that can change our lives. Strangers is inspired by the show Chairs, performed at the iO Theater in Chicago.
Level 3 Improv Class: In Level 3, you’ll be part of the world premiere of a new long-form called ZOOM! Take your mime, edits, perspective, and physical comedy to the next level with this mind-bending original project inspired by the likes of Mr. Bean, cartoons, and The Matrix. Bend and master time, space, and physics to play like your kid self with the skill of an adult. Wanna be part of an awesome form created from the ground up? This class is for you.
You can find out more and information about the adult classes on the OKC Improv website here.
CHILDREN'S CLASSES
Buck and Clint also teach classes for kids and teens throughout the year. Enrollment is now open for their FUNdamentals of Improv class (for 5th-8th Grade) at The Sooner Theatre in Norman! Classes start January 9 with an Spring performance for friends and family.
The Vrazels will take students through the basics of improvisational performance including environment building, character creation, and storytelling. Students will also learn about different kinds of improv structures, warm-ups, and stage etiquette with the possibility of branching out into musical improv, time permitting. Improv can build confidence, develop communication skills, and give actors an indispensable tool set for creating richer characters, more engaging scene work, and stronger partnerships with other actors.
FUNdamentals of Improv class take place every Monday from 6:30-7:30pm. Tuition is $50/month. Limited scholarships are available. Fall pre-enrollment begins Aug. 8! For more information, call (405) 321-9600 or go to: http://www.soonertheatre.com/new/index.php?page=the-studio
Other Classes (Current and Past)
2011 - Casady High School (OKC)
2010 - Present: The Sooner Theatre - Improv FUNdamentals and Summer Improv Camp
2006 - Present: Moore Norman Technology Center Summer Youth Academy
2011 - Edmond Arts Institute
2010 - Rose State Kid's College
2005 - 2006: Norman High School and Norman North High School Drama Dept. (with O.U. Improv)
2004 - 2006: Pioneer and Metro Library (with O.U. Improv)
WORKSHOPS
Buck and Clint are available to teach stand-alone workshops on a variety of improv topics, disciplines, forms and techniques. Some of our standard workshops include:
Building Your Own Long FormWe can tailor a workshop to meet your needs. Just ask us.
Character Creation
Directing Improv
Freestyle Rap 101
Advanced Freestyle Rap
Improv for Actors
Mindbreaker
Musical Improv 101
Advanced Musical Improv
Short Form Express
Narrative Improv and Storytelling
Monologues and Armando
Full Contact Improv: Clowning, Combat, Kissing
CORPORATE TRAINING & TEAM BUILDING
Buck and Clint also offer a variety of specialty workshops that can be tailored to suit a particular group or venue. If you're an existing improv troupe looking to sharpen your skills, an acting class looking to take an adventure, or a corporation or community organization looking to do team building we have the workshop for you.
