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Dates:

Saturday 21st June

 

Time: 

2 PM – 6 PM

 

Location: 

 4 Millers Yard CIC, Gillygate, 

York, YO31 7EB

 

Price: 

£50

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About Derek

Derek Miller, a Chicago native, was a mainstay of the L.A improv community performing and teaching for over 30 years at The Second City, IOWest, and UCB. He performed with "Opening Night: The Improvised Musical" in over 1000 performances.

He leveraged his improv talent into casting sessions, directing, teaching and acting. On screen, he worked on Scrubs, The Goldbergs, Superstore, Drunk History, Transformers 3 and has been in over 150 commercials.

He's been in the UK for five years writing for Nickelodeon and a feature for Amazon, and recently used his improv skills with Tim Burton and Edgar Wright!

Interview with Derek Miller

About The Workshop

Improv workshop with Derek Miller

👥 Age Requirement: 

Open to participants aged 16 and above.
 

🎭 Improvisation Masterclass:
Join acclaimed actor, improviser, and director Derek Miller for a high-energy, four-hour deep dive into the art of  comedy improvisation. Whether you're an experienced performer or new to improv, this workshop is designed to sharpen your instincts, boost your confidence, and elevate your presence on stage and screen.

 

🏠 Venue:
2 & 4 Millers Yard CIC, Gillygate, York, YO31 7EB


🗣️ Interactive Learning:
This workshop is all about doing – not watching. You'll be up on your feet, working with scene partners, receiving feedback, and learning directly from one of the best in the business. Bring energy, curiosity, and a willingness to play.

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How To Book

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01759 318192

07824 517599

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Sat 21ST June -
2PM - 6PM
£50

TERMS & CONDITIONS OF BOOKING

Booking
• Workshops must
 be paid in full at the time of booking.

Cancellations

  1. Cancel Less than 14 days and the full amount is liable. If we can rebook your place we can refund your money.

  2. Once the scripts are distributed, refunds for cancellations will not be issued. Please commit to the workshop date with this in mind.

  3. If we need to cancel a full refund will be given to each participant

 

Line Learning Commitment:

When you enroll, please commit to learning your lines. They don't need to be word-perfect, but having them off the page is respectful to your scene partner and allows you both to fully connect and make the most of the experience.

 

Scene Partner Consideration:

Participants will be paired up to work on scenes. If you cancel after the script distribution, it can be unfair to your scene partner, who is also investing time and effort. Please purchase a spot only if you can fully commit to the specified date.

 

No-shows:

Additionally, we kindly request that if, for any reason, you cannot make it to the workshop, please let us know in advance. In recent times, we've observed a growing trend of no-shows, which can be disruptive and unfair to your fellow participants. Your timely communication will help us maintain a respectful and considerate environment for everyone involved.

 

These terms are in place to ensure a positive and fair experience for all participants. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 🎭🤝

DISCLAIMER

“The workshop is educational and should not be considered as a job interview or audition. Attending workshops is not a way to obtain employment as an actor. It is a learning/educational experience. The presence of a Casting Director is neither a guarantee nor a promise of employment. Contact with a Casting Director at a workshop rarely results in any further contact with that Casting Director, Director, Producer, or any company affiliated with that Casting Director.”

Travel costs incurred by the student are not the responsibility of  FIRST TAKE WORKSHOPS  Please note that in the event of cancellation due to adverse weather, transport disruption, or illness of either the industry professional or student, FIRST TAKE WORKSHOPS to take no responsibility and are not liable for any costs associated with travel/overnight arrangements that are made and paid for in advance where the event does not subsequently take place at the designated time and date.  All efforts will be made to reschedule where at all possible.   Your responsibility It is the responsibility of the actor to ensure that any prep required for a workshop is received and worked on in good time. It is not the responsibility of FIRST TAKE WORKSHOPS if the student is unprepared for the workshop/ and does not have suitable materials with him/her to perform. It should be assumed that no facilities to copy or print speeches will be available at the venue.

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