THE SWEATHOGS
June-August 2018
Summer sketch comedy writing and performing intensive taught by
Shelley McLendon
Deadline to apply: Midnight June 17, 2018
Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 class of Sweathogs! The Sweathogs is an intensive 6 week course in sketch comedy writing and performing taught by owner of The Siren Theater and Bad Reputation Productions, Shelley McLendon. In its third year, The Sweathogs is a great opportunity for those serious about writing and performing sketch comedy that is smart, fresh and surprising. Students will write a sketch comedy show together under the direction of Ms. McLendon, and perform a fully produced show at The Siren Theater in August, 2018. The Sweathogs are expected to WORK THEIR ASSES OFF.
"Who is this Shelley McLendon and what experience does she have?" you ask.
Click HERE to read all about her.
See what former Sweathogs have said about their experience:
"Sweathogs is a master class in sketch comedy. Even when you're sure that a sketch has seen its final revision Shelley will help you realize it can always be a tighter scene. The guidance and critique is thoughtful, focused, and correct. She understands virtually any angle a student is going for and can respect that while still making core improvements to the writing. The training isn't vague--Shelley sets expectations for the class and the work that goes into comedic writing. The class fundamentally shaped the way I approach sketch comedy."
(Chad Parsons, Sweathogs class of 2016. Member of Sedan - Luxury Sketch Comedy)
"Taking Sweathogs was a great opportunity to find and exercise the sketch comedy muscles I had that were waiting to spring into action. Throughout the class, Shelley brought the best out of all of us in an honest and supportive way, while always honoring everyone's unique sensibilities."
(David Wester, Sweathogs class of 2016. Member of D&D Sketch Comedy)
Ready to apply? Thoroughly review the document below then follow the directions!
Deadline to apply is midnight, June 17, 2018
"Who is this Shelley McLendon and what experience does she have?" you ask.
Click HERE to read all about her.
See what former Sweathogs have said about their experience:
"Sweathogs is a master class in sketch comedy. Even when you're sure that a sketch has seen its final revision Shelley will help you realize it can always be a tighter scene. The guidance and critique is thoughtful, focused, and correct. She understands virtually any angle a student is going for and can respect that while still making core improvements to the writing. The training isn't vague--Shelley sets expectations for the class and the work that goes into comedic writing. The class fundamentally shaped the way I approach sketch comedy."
(Chad Parsons, Sweathogs class of 2016. Member of Sedan - Luxury Sketch Comedy)
"Taking Sweathogs was a great opportunity to find and exercise the sketch comedy muscles I had that were waiting to spring into action. Throughout the class, Shelley brought the best out of all of us in an honest and supportive way, while always honoring everyone's unique sensibilities."
(David Wester, Sweathogs class of 2016. Member of D&D Sketch Comedy)
Ready to apply? Thoroughly review the document below then follow the directions!
Deadline to apply is midnight, June 17, 2018
| the_sweathogs_2018.pdf |
PAST CLASSES AT THE SIREN
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SUMMER, 2016 and 2017
THE SWEATHOGS SKETCH COMEDY INTENSIVE
In July, 2016, Siren owner, Shelley McLendon, facilitated the first ever sketch comedy writing and performance intensive at The Siren: THE SWEATHOGS. And it was glorious.
6 weeks of writing, rewriting, and rehearsing culminating in 2 shows at The Siren Theater in September, 2016.
She did it again in 2017. It was also just as glorious.
Stay tuned for the next Sweathogs in 2018
THE SWEATHOGS SKETCH COMEDY INTENSIVE
In July, 2016, Siren owner, Shelley McLendon, facilitated the first ever sketch comedy writing and performance intensive at The Siren: THE SWEATHOGS. And it was glorious.
6 weeks of writing, rewriting, and rehearsing culminating in 2 shows at The Siren Theater in September, 2016.
She did it again in 2017. It was also just as glorious.
Stay tuned for the next Sweathogs in 2018
FEBRUARY 2018 IMPROV TEACHING RESIDENCY with
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The Siren Theater was THRILLED to host its second month-long improv teaching residency with this amazing improviser.
An Amsterdam-based teacher and performer in the fields of improvisation, theatre, dance and communication skills, part of 5 Dutch improvisation groups performing theatresports, longform, and impro for children. An experienced improv performer and founding member of the Ohana project. She has been teaching for 14 years, including 9 years in her own theatre school, with a background in theatre, dance and Business Administration. Laura taught 3 weekly classes offered throughout February, 2018 and one weekend, two-day intensive, which culminated in a show at The Siren Theater. |
Improv workshops with Jaime Moyer
Ms. Moyer has gifted The Siren Theater twice with improv workshops in winter 2015 & 2017. Ms. Moyer has been seen on Modern Family, Parks & Rec, 2 Broke Girls and performs weekly at IO West and Second City Hollywood. She is an alum of Second City Detroit. Locally, Ms. Moyer performed in Portland Center Stage's Twist Your Dickens.
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Improv workshops with Toronto's Bloody Marys August 2017
The Bloody Marys' Leigh and Kirsten wowed Portland with their appearance at The Stumptown Improv Fest, so we were THRILLED when they agreed to teach two workshops on STAYING WEIRD and SO MANY CHARACTERS! Both workshops sold out so we hope they will return soon!
JANUARY 2017- IMPROV TEACHING RESIDENCY WITH RACHEL ROSENTHAL
Rachel is a comedian, improviser and improv instructor with over 15 years' experience.She is also a free-style rapper.Currently residing in New York City, Rachel performs weekly at both Reckless Theatre and The Peoples Improv Theater where she is also an improv instructor. AND she spent the entire month of January teaching improv classes in improv hip hop and advanced scene work at the Siren! We hope she comes back because we love her.
Rachel is a comedian, improviser and improv instructor with over 15 years' experience.She is also a free-style rapper.Currently residing in New York City, Rachel performs weekly at both Reckless Theatre and The Peoples Improv Theater where she is also an improv instructor. AND she spent the entire month of January teaching improv classes in improv hip hop and advanced scene work at the Siren! We hope she comes back because we love her.