Complex is an improv format that explores a single apartment building, uncovering the many lives, quirks, and relationships within its walls. In this class, you’ll practice bringing spaces to life through detailed environment work, building layered characters rooted in reality, and discovering the comedy that comes from authentic relationships and situations.
The format takes us into both private apartments and shared spaces like courtyards, lobbies, laundry rooms, and elevators. Some characters constantly cross paths, others live in their own bubbles, but all belong to the same shared world. The result is a comedic, character-driven tapestry that feels real, relatable, and full of humor.
By the end of the course, you’ll strengthen your skills in:
In-depth character work – crafting specific, memorable characters with distinct points of view
Environment and space work – making settings vivid and believable so your scenes feel grounded
Relationship – developing connections between characters that feel authentic, funny, and full of heart
If you’re looking to expand your improv toolkit and dive into a format that blends grounded reality with big laughs, Complex offers a chance to stretch your creativity while building a hilarious, dynamic world together.
*Kickstand's improv track is a four-level program followed by Advanced Study, where students can learn and apply their skills to different formats. Each week of class builds on the previous one, and each Level builds on the Level before.
*Advanced Study includes 6 weeks of instruction with 2.5 hours of instruction each week and a class show!
INSTRUCTOR: Mariah Munoz
DAY/TIME: Sundays 11:00 - 1:30 PM (2.5 hours)
DATE RANGE: 6 weeks. 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19
CLASS SHOW: Sun 11/2 6:30 pm
LOCATION: 1006 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214 (ADA accessible)
PREREQUISITE: Level 4 at Kickstand
ABOUT MARIAH MUNOZ
(She/Her)
Mariah Mercedes Muñoz is an artist, performer, and producer based in Portland. With over 15 years of experience on stage and in the classroom, she works to expand people’s perception of what improv can be, encouraging students to bring their whole selves to the stage and cultivating a space where real growth and discovery can flourish.
Mariah is the co-producer of Small Fruits, a monthly queer comedy show at Kickstand Comedy. Improvisational theatre has been a joyful throughline of her life and career. She is also a Lead Facilitator at On Your Feet, a creative consultancy that uses applied improv to spark creativity, collaboration, and better results in business and life.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND NO REFUNDS ARE AVAILABLE FOR OUR CLASSES AS OF 5/1/2024.
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