1615 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027

Premise Initiations

Location: Online

Current time zone is: America/Los_Angeles. You can set your own time zone if you like.

Tue Nov 19 5pm-7pm (PST)
Tue Nov 26 5pm-7pm
Tue Dec 3 5pm-7pm
Tue Dec 10 5pm-7pm

$160 USD
Class size: 9

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Class Description: Premise initiations are a vital skill for playing game in an improv scene. Start scenes strong and purposeful. This is a useful skill not often taught outside of "game of the scene" theaters. Learn this useful approach to getting improv scenes started fast.
Teacher: Todd Fasen

About Todd Fasen: Todd Fasen has been performing since his days in preschool when he was cast as the role of Max in his preschool graduation production of Where The Wild Things Are. In 2000 he began improvising as a member of the Vassar College improv troupe boringly named Improv. Todd studied improv at both UCBTLA and IO West. He currently performs at UCBTLA and around Los Angeles with his teams Convoy and Sentimental Lady. Todd had a recurring role on the critically acclaimed FX Series Terriers, and co-created and starred in a pilot for Comedy Central. He has also appeared on The Goldbergs, Reno 911!, Conan, Key & Peele, and in various national commercials. He's flattered that Will Hines has called Todd "my best friend and inspiration." (bio currently unedited)

How This Works

  • You'll get an address in your enrollment email. Online classes are on Zoom.
  • REFUND POLICY: Full refund if you drop 24 hours before start of class.
  • Discounts: We sometimes offer discounts on last-minute spots for those in financial need.