Classes at Jackpie.

Thinking about learning improv? You’ve come to the right place! Jackpie runs Atlanta’s only Long-form Improv Training School. Our 5 level training program is perfect for those with no prior experience all the way up to the seasoned improv veteran. Our Masters Classes and Ala Carte Classes are also a great way

Core Curriculum:

    Masters Classes:

      Teachers for 2010

      • Damian Dunn

        Damian is a graduate of the University of Georgia. He has performed in both long and short-form improv, sketch comedy local plays, and numerous independent films. (Member Since: 2003)

      • Shannon Jenkins

        Shannon discovered JaCKPie in the fall of 2007 and quickly made it his home. He is a member of House Team "Kevin" and a Jackpie Instructor.

      • Mike Gorgone

        Mike Gorgone moved to the ATL on business with his lovely wife and daughter where re-connected with his Improv Olympic classmate Jim Karwisch. Mike Teaches Level 3 at Jackpie.

      • Jim Karwisch

        Jim has been improvising for more than 15 years. He is the founder and owner of Jackpie and also Teaches, Coaches, Performs and Directs.

      Upcoming Sessions for 2010

       

      Session 3:
      New Level 1 of Session 3 starts Monday May 3rd
      Session Runs: April 27th – June 21st

      Session 4:
      New Level 1 of Session 4 starts Thursday June 24th
      Session Runs: June 22nd – August 16th

      Session 5:
      New Level 1 of Session 5 starts Tuesday August 17th
      Session Runs: August 17th – October 11th

      Session 6:
      New Level 1 of Session 6 starts Monday October 18th
      Session Runs: October 12th – December 13th

      Additional Information

      • Each class meets once a week for two hours. Each session is eight weeks long (7 weeks of curriculum and and 8th week to be used if we are unable to have a class one night.)
      • There are a limited number of work-study positions and internships available to students. A $30 fee will be assessed for checks returned due to insufficient funds or closed accounts. Tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable. All sales are final. Class size is limited to 14 to guarantee personal attention.
      • Somewhere during your studies at JaCKPie, your workshop leader may recommend you for one of our Harold teams, so you’ll get the additional benefit of learning while you perform!
      • We recommend you see a few of our shows before signing up for classes.
        Participation in or completion of classes does not guarantee placement on a JaCKPie Harold Team.
      • Tuition is non-refundable and is non-exchangeable upon receipt of payment.
      • The JaCKPie Theatre Workshop reserves the right to accept or deny any application.
      • The JaCKPie Theatre Workshop reserves the right to postpone or cancel class if registration does not reach a minimum number of students.