Improv 101 (Sundays 11/16-1/11 @11:00am-1:45pm Skipping 11/30, 12/21, and 12/28)

Rise Comedy logo on the left. On the right, three people performing improv on stage in a Denver comedy setting, with one standing, looking engaged, and two others interacting. Text below reads Improv 101 Intro to Improv. Perfect for those eager to dive into comedy shows Denver loves.

Class Details

Class Runs: Sunday mornings @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM MT
Class Dates: Sun 11/16/25 - Sun 1/11/26 (6 classes total)
Location: RISE Comedy, 1260 22nd St, Denver, CO 80205
Instructor(s): Aurelia Vanderkolk
Price: $326/person (includes fees)
Special Notes:
  • This class has a more complex schedule to accommodate the Holiday Season. Please read class description carefully to make sure you are aware of skip dates.
  • Students will receive an email with class details and links 12-24 hours before the class. If you do not see this email, please check your spam folder as well!
  • Minimum class size is 8 students.
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Improv 101 (Sundays 11/16-1/11 @11:00am-1:45pm Skipping 11/30, 12/21, and 12/28)

 Level 101 is a class dedicated to FUN and finding yourself as an improviser. You’ll explore the core concept of “Yes, And…” and how it relates to life both onstage and offstage. You’ll discover ways to hear and enhance your inner voice. Most of all, you’ll have a BLAST!

Prerequisite: All Levels are Welcome!

Student Showcase: Monday, January 18th between 6:30pm-10:30pm

Instructor: Aurelia Vanderkolk has been performing and teaching improv and theater for over 20 years. At the age of 9 she made her acting debut as the Unicorn in a community theater production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. 


Hailing from Indiana, she was a troupe member and educator with INDYPROV in Indianapolis, IN for 9 years. In 2021 she joined Laugh Track, RISE’s short form house team. Aurelia became an instructor at RISE to continue her passion of helping others gain confidence and a love for improv! When not at the theater she likes practicing yoga and snuggling with her dog, Poppy. 

CLASS SCHEDULE:
11/16@6:30pm – First Class!
11/23 @6:30pm – Week 2
11/30 @6:30pm – skip to accommodate Thanksgiving Travelling
12/7 @6:30pm – Week 3
12/14 @6:30pm – Week 4
12/21 @6:30pm skip to accommodate Christmas/ Holiday Travelling
12/28 @6:30pm skip to accommodate New Years/ Holiday Travelling
1/4 @6:30pm – Week 5
1/11 @6:30pm – Week 6 – Final Class!