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Heightening is Where the Fun Is
Instructor: Nick Armstrong

Great improv isn’t just about starting strong—it’s about taking things further, deeper, and weirder in the best possible way. In this workshop, we’ll explore how to heighten scenes and characters to their fullest potential. Whether it’s amplifying emotions, escalating game, or discovering new dimensions of a character, heightening is the key to keeping scenes dynamic, surprising, and—most importantly—fun!

This workshop is all about making bold choices and committing to them. You’ll walk away with a sharper sense of how to heighten in ways that energize both you and your scene partners. Let’s stop playing it safe—let’s go big, weird, and hilarious!

When:
Thursday, April 17th, 2025 from, 7 - 9 PM

Where:
WJ Geery Theater, 2130 L St, Sacramento, CA 95816

About the Instructor:
Nick Armstrong is an accomplished actor, comedian, and improviser with a career spanning over two decades. Known for his boundless energy and quick wit, Nick has performed on stages and screens across the country, earning a reputation as a dynamic and versatile performer, teacher, and writer. As an improviser, Nick is one of the most recognizable names in the comedy community. He is the founder of Improv Utopia, co-owner of RISE Comedy, Haus of Comedy, and CrowdWork where he has helped shape the next generation of improvisers by fostering a supportive and inclusive comedy community. He has taught and performed improv at some of the most renowned comedy theaters in the world, including The Groundlings, iO, and Westside Comedy. Nick’s acting credits include roles in hit television shows like The Office, Grey’s Anatomy, Parks and Recreation, and Bulldozer which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025. Whether he’s on stage making audiences laugh, teaching students to embrace their creativity, or building a thriving comedy community, Nick Armstrong’s passion for comedy, community, and storytelling is at the heart of everything he does.

Tuition is nonrefundable. You must be at least 18 to register.

Parking:
Metered parking and free 2 hour street parking is available near the venue.

Accessibility and Comfort:
Seats will be provided both onstage and off, and we are happy to accommodate any requests to sit or take additional breaks for those who need them. Please let us know if you'll be needing any other accommodations and we will work to accommodate you as best as possible! The bathroom is on the second floor with a wheelchair lift, for those who need it. 

Haus of Comedy offers improv classes, live improv comedy shows, and team-building in Sacramento, CA. We believe that comedy is more than just entertainment—it is a catalyst for happiness, connection, and community. 

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