Garden City Summer On the Spot: Acting, Improv & Stand Up Comedy

On the Spot: Acting, Improv & Stand-Up Comedy (Grades 7–12)

One-Week Summer Intensive

On the Spot is a fast-paced, confidence-building performance course designed for middle and high school students who enjoy creativity, humor, and self-expression. Throughout this one-week intensive, students will explore acting fundamentals, improvisational comedy, and stand-up performance through engaging, hands-on activities and collaborative exercises.

Participants will learn how to think quickly, build characters, create comedic moments, and perform without a script. Daily activities include improv games, scene work, comedic timing exercises, writing short stand-up routines, and developing stage presence. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, active listening, confidence, and supportive risk-taking in a fun, inclusive environment.

The week culminates in an informal showcase where students demonstrate their improv skills, original comedy, and performance techniques. This course is ideal for students interested in theater, comedy, public speaking, or anyone looking to build confidence and communication skills while having a lot of fun.