Join the Play: Current Classes
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🎭 Level 1 Improv – Weekly Drop-In Classes
📍 Mondays & Tuesdays at Carroll Baldwin Hall (Savage, MD)
📍 Thursdays at Howard County Arts Council (Ellicott City, MD)
Sliding Scale: $25–$50 per class (2.5 hours)
🌟 Build confidence, connection, and creativity — one week at a time.
Whether you’re brand new to improv or want to sharpen your skills in a fun, welcoming space, this weekly Level 1 class is a great place to start (or start again).
Each session explores core improv skills — like active listening, saying “Yes, And,” characters, and creating scenes together — through playful exercises, group games, and supportive coaching.
👉 Check out the topics of each week HERE.
You’ll learn by doing, week by week — and grow your confidence, presence, and connection with others through practice and play.
🎯 What to Expect Each Week:
✅ Easy warm-ups to help you relax and feel supported
✅ Group games that build trust and laughter
✅ Exercises that strengthen your improv foundation
✅ Personalized notes + gentle, empowering coaching
✅ A welcoming space — no pressure to be “funny”
💵 Sliding Scale: $25–$50 per session
(2.5 hours of guided play + coaching + follow-up support)
💥 What You’re Really Getting – Real Value:
🎭 2.5 hours of guided, playful improv = $75
💬 Empowering, supportive coaching to build confidence = $75
✍️ Thoughtful follow-up notes & tools = $35
🧑🤝🧑 A welcoming space to connect & play = Priceless
🧠 Mental and emotional reset & creative spark = Priceless
Total Value: $185+
Your Price: $25–$50 per session
No pressure. Just choose what feels good.
💛 Why Sliding Scale?
We're keeping things accessible as we launch, so more people can experience the magic of SolPlay Improv.
If you're able to pay more, it helps us stay sustainable — and makes space for others to join.
🎟️ Sign up now or drop in when you can — your seat is waiting.
This is real growth through play. Come as you are, and leave feeling better. 🎭
To participate in a potential end-of-session showcase performance, students must attend at least 5 classes.
Level 1: Foundations of Play | Mondays | Carroll Baldwin Hall
Build confidence. Make connections. Start playing.
📅 Mondays: September 15 – November 3
⏰ 7:00–9:30 PM · 8 weeks, with classes meeting once a week for 2.5 hours
📍 Carroll Baldwin Hall – Conference Room
📌 9035 Baltimore St, Savage, MD 20763
🎉 No experience required — and returning improvisers are welcome!
🚨 Space is limited — save your spot early!
Level 1: Foundations of Play | Tuesdays | Carroll Baldwin Hall
Build confidence. Make connections. Start playing.
📅 Tuesdays: September 16 – November 4
⏰ 7:00–9:30 PM · 8 weeks, with classes meeting once a week for 2.5 hours
📍 Carroll Baldwin Hall – Conference Room
📌 9035 Baltimore St, Savage, MD 20763
🎉 No experience required — and returning improvisers are welcome!
🚨 Space is limited — save your spot early!
Level 1: Foundations of Play | Thursdays | Howard County Arts Council
Build confidence. Make connections. Start playing.
📅 Thursdays: September 18 – November 6
⏰ 7:00–9:30 PM · 8 weeks, with classes meeting once a week for 2.5 hours
📍 Howard County Arts Council – Conference Room
📌 8510 High Ridge Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043
🎉 No experience required — and returning improvisers are welcome!
🚨 Space is limited — save your spot early!
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📚 Class Info
Each level runs for 8 weeks, with classes meeting once a week for 2.5 hours.
We’re currently offering Level 1, with Levels 2–5 coming soon.
Eligibility:
SolPlay classes are open to adults only. You’re eligible for Level 2 or higher if you’ve completed Level 1 with SolPlay or another improv school.
Repeating a class?
You’ll receive 50% off any level you've already taken with SolPlay.
🧩 Core Levels
Level 1: Foundations of Play
Build confidence. Make connections. Start playing.
A welcoming intro to improv focused on creative confidence, collaboration, and having fun. You’ll explore the basics of “Yes, And,” listening, agreement, and co-creating scenes through joyful play. Perfect for anyone new to improv — or just looking to reconnect with their playful side.
Level 2: Character & Scene Play
Take up space. Build bold characters. Bring scenes to life.
In this class, you’ll explore dynamic characters, emotional truth, and status interactions while developing the building blocks of strong, dynamic and connected scenes. Learn how to make clear choices, follow your instincts, and heighten the play. It’s where connection and creativity meet — and scenes and characters come to life.
Level 3: Pattern & Game Play
Get sharper. Spot patterns. Play the game.
Level 3 strengthens your comedic instincts through pattern recognition and game clarity. You'll explore how to identify, justify, and heighten behavior and comedic patterns in a scene — all while staying grounded and connected in emotional truths. For those ready to level up their scene work with structure and fun.
Level 4: Genre & Story Play
Tell richer stories. Play with form. Expand your range.
This level dives into genre-based scenes and ensemble storytelling. From rom-com to action, you'll learn how genre shapes tone, emotion, and story arcs. You’ll also explore more relationship-based scenes, character journeys, and tools that make improv feel like a well-told story.
Level 5: Mastering the Play
Own your style. Elevate your scenes. Lead the way.
In this advanced level, you’ll refine your skills through challenging scene work, formats, stylistic fluency, and collaborative ensemble play. With personalized coaching and creative autonomy, this class is a springboard to wherever you want to go next. It's the culmination of your growth.
🎉 Workshops & One-Off Events
Improv for Fun: Pay-What-You-Can Workshop
No pressure. Just play.
Curious about improv? Want to shake off the stress and try something fun and low-stakes? This one-night workshop is designed for total beginners, returning improvisers, or anyone who just wants a joyful creative reset.
You’ll get a taste of improv in a warm, welcoming environment where laughter, connection, and experimentation are the whole point. No performance pressure, no experience needed — just bring your curiosity and willingness to play.
Why Take an Improv Class?
Some key takeaways from Covert Theatre.
Improv is more than just comedy – it’s a powerful tool for personal and social growth. Through engaging exercises and spontaneous play, improv builds confidence, adaptability, creativity, and meaningful connections.
Here’s how:
🧠 Self Intelligence (Know Yourself)
Improv helps you understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, developing:
✅ Confidence and self-acceptance
✅ Adaptability to new situations
✅ Courage and vulnerability
🤝 Social Intelligence (Connecting with Others)
Collaboration is key in improv, strengthening:
✅ Trust and rapport with others
✅ Acceptance of different perspectives
✅ A willingness to let go of ego for group success
🏃♂️ Physical Intelligence (Body Awareness & Presence)
Your body is a vital part of communication. Improv enhances:
✅ Non-verbal communication skills
✅ Assertiveness and presence through body language
✅ Comfort and ease in different environments
🗣️ Verbal Intelligence (Effective Communication)
Improv sharpens communication skills by improving:
✅ Storytelling and narrative ability
✅ Empathetic listening and understanding others
✅ Clear and expressive speech
🌍 Spatial Intelligence (Awareness of Space)
Creating imaginary environments in improv builds:
✅ Spatial awareness and movement
✅ Ability to create and share focus
✅ Mental visualization and imagination
🎨 Creative Intelligence (Innovation & Problem-Solving)
Creativity is like a muscle – it grows with practice. Improv boosts:
✅ Spontaneity and thinking on the spot
✅ Comfort with risk-taking and overcoming fear of failure
✅ Open-mindedness and innovative problem-solving
Improv isn’t just for performers – it’s for anyone looking to grow and have fun while doing it! 🎭✨