This class invites participants to rediscover the joy of play, exploring the spontaneity, imagination, and freedom that make improvisation such a powerful tool both on stage and in life.
In The Playground, students will dive into the fundamentals of improv through games, exercises, and collaborative scenes that encourage risk-taking, creativity, and quick thinking. The class is designed to teach human beings to play again—to reconnect with curiosity, joy, and the confidence that comes from trusting yourself and your fellow players. It’s a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment, where laughter, mistakes, and bold choices are all celebrated.
Beyond the fun, improv offers tremendous benefits for actors and non-actors alike:
• For actors: strengthens listening, spontaneity, character creation, and scene work
• For everyday life: enhances communication, adaptability, confidence, and problem-solving skills
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your performance skills, meet new people, or just tap back into the joy of play, The Playground is your space to experiment, laugh, and grow. Step in, let go, and see where the game takes you!
About The Instructor:
Connor Bond is an actor and educator living in Beacon, NY. He received his MFA in Acting from UC Irvine and has taught and performed improv in New York City and in the Hudson Valley for almost a decade. Growing up with a background in jazz and musical theater in Portland, OR, his teaching comes from a place of musicality and play. He's very excited to be collaborating with Fable & Sow to develop advanced, grounded and expansive offerings to the Hudson Valley community.
The Playground is a fundamentals improv class. All levels are welcome.
If you have any questions about the classes, schedule, or if you believe this class is a good fit for you, please contact Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com.
Dates:
Friday, March 6th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 13th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 20th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 27th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 3rd, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 10th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 17th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 24th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Place:
The Grit Gallery
115 Broadway c/o, Newburgh, NY 12550
Price: $325pp
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com
Ethical Pricing Clause
At Fable & Sow, we prioritize Ethical Leadership and Ethical Pricing in everything we do. For all of our offerings, including the Summer workshops, we are open to adjusting the price based on each artist's circumstances. If the listed price of any offering is beyond your budget, please reach out to hampfluker@fableandsow.com so we can discuss a suitable price point for you, as well as potential payment plans.
Must be 18+ to register.
This class invites participants to rediscover the joy of play, exploring the spontaneity, imagination, and freedom that make improvisation such a powerful tool both on stage and in life.
In The Playground, students will dive into the fundamentals of improv through games, exercises, and collaborative scenes that encourage risk-taking, creativity, and quick thinking. The class is designed to teach human beings to play again—to reconnect with curiosity, joy, and the confidence that comes from trusting yourself and your fellow players. It’s a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment, where laughter, mistakes, and bold choices are all celebrated.
Beyond the fun, improv offers tremendous benefits for actors and non-actors alike:
• For actors: strengthens listening, spontaneity, character creation, and scene work
• For everyday life: enhances communication, adaptability, confidence, and problem-solving skills
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your performance skills, meet new people, or just tap back into the joy of play, The Playground is your space to experiment, laugh, and grow. Step in, let go, and see where the game takes you!
About The Instructor:
Connor Bond is an actor and educator living in Beacon, NY. He received his MFA in Acting from UC Irvine and has taught and performed improv in New York City and in the Hudson Valley for almost a decade. Growing up with a background in jazz and musical theater in Portland, OR, his teaching comes from a place of musicality and play. He's very excited to be collaborating with Fable & Sow to develop advanced, grounded and expansive offerings to the Hudson Valley community.
The Playground is a fundamentals improv class. All levels are welcome.
If you have any questions about the classes, schedule, or if you believe this class is a good fit for you, please contact Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com.
Dates:
Friday, March 6th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 13th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 20th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, March 27th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 3rd, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 10th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 17th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, April 24th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Place:
The Grit Gallery
115 Broadway c/o, Newburgh, NY 12550
Price: $325pp
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com
Ethical Pricing Clause
At Fable & Sow, we prioritize Ethical Leadership and Ethical Pricing in everything we do. For all of our offerings, including the Summer workshops, we are open to adjusting the price based on each artist's circumstances. If the listed price of any offering is beyond your budget, please reach out to hampfluker@fableandsow.com so we can discuss a suitable price point for you, as well as potential payment plans.
Must be 18+ to register.
