Recognize the absurd and funny moment in a scene. Develop the skills to focus on it.

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Class locations

WIT is still finalizing exact locations for the fall session of class. Unless otherwise noted, most fall classes will be in the Shaw / U St. neighborhood, within walking distance of the U St. metro station.

One of the cornerstones of improv is discovering the game of the scene. Learn to become a more active listener so you, along with your scene partner, can recognize the fun of a scene together. Sustain longer scenes by establishing patterns by keeping the focus on heightening the game. This tool will help you explore the world you’ve created and add more depth to your performance.

Class are in-person unless otherwise noted.

As of November 16, 2023, WIT no longer requires proof of vaccination plus booster shot to be uploaded at time of registration in order to participate in classes. WIT will require students to acknowledge that they have been fully vaccinated (a completed initial series plus booster shot) at time of registration, but proof will no longer be verified by WIT staff.

WIT strongly encourages students and teachers to be up-to-date with Covid-19 vaccinations in an aim to keep all members of our community safe and healthy.

Read more about our COVID policies.

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Prerequisite:
Level 2: Scene Dynamics (previously Foundation of Scenework) or permission from the Education Director.
Description Location Price Faculty Additional Faculty Registration Link
in-person classes - summer 2026
Tuesdays with Dan O'Neil

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18
Showcase: Saturday, August 29: 3pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Latin American Youth Center
1419 Columbia Road NW

$365

Dan O’Neil

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Wednesdays with Court McGrew

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/26
NO Class 8/19 ( due to Improvapalooza)
Showcase: Sunday, August 30: 1pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Universalist National Memorial Church
1810 16th St NW

$365

Court McGrew

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in-person classes - summer 2026 - add yourself to the waitlist
Mondays with Erick Acuña Pereda

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27,8/3, 8/10, 8/17
Showcase: Saturday, August 29: 1pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Farragut Center
1725 I Street, NW, Suite 300

$365

Erick Acuña Pereda

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Tuesdays with Nikki Frias

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18
Showcase: Saturday, August 29: 3pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Farragut Center
1725 I Street, NW, Suite 300

$365

Nikki Frias

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Thursdays with Court McGrew

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/27
NO Class 8/20 (due to Improvapalooza)
Showcase: Sunday, August 30: 3pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

VIVA School of Dance
1923 Vermont Ave NW Suite T002

$365

Court McGrew

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