Musical Improv Workshop with Patrick Short

The Mopco Improv Theatre is thrilled to welcome Patrick Short, improviser and musician. Patrick and Ruth Jenkins are the founders of ComedySportz Portland, where they have been building, leading, and performing for over 30 years. CSz Portland has run over 5,400 shows without missing a single weekend since 1993!

Now Patrick is bringing his expertise to Schenectady for a special one-time workshop in Musical Improv. In this great workshop you’ll get to: 

• Learn the foundations of creating songs in the moment. 

• Discover the secrets of song structure that make improvised numbers click. 

• Explore a variety of popular musical styles: blues, reggae, ska, rock… The things audience members often suggest. 

• Experience the joy (and surprising ease!) of making up music on the fly.

Whether you’re an experienced improviser looking to level up your musical chops, or someone who’s always wanted to try singing on stage but didn’t know where to start, this workshop will give you the tools, confidence, and fun to bring music into your improv scenes. 

Space is limited, so reserve your spot now—this one will sell out fast!