The Upright Citizens Brigade was founded by Amy Poehler, Matt Walsh, Matt Besser and Ian Roberts. They were all products of Del Close, and the Improv Olympic in Chicago, and formed the UCB when they moved to New York. They teach classes in improv, sketch writing, and they operate a theatre that puts on comedy shows 7 nights a week. Alumni of the program are currently working on THE OFFICE, PARKS AND RECREATION, 30 ROCK and SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE to name just a few!
After meeting Zach Woods, and the glowing recommendation he gave UCB, I knew it was time to get involved there. I signed up for their beginning level improv class this summer. With no improv experience, I was very nervous. Luckily I had a great teacher and talented and supportive classmates, which made it a terrific experience!
I just completed the first level. It went by very quickly, and I had a lot of fun! We put on our class performance last week, and I can't wait to sign up for level 2!
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