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MNprov FrieNDs

JOIN US FOR LAUGHTER AND CREATIVITY!

FREE 10 week improv workshop for neurodivergent teens ages 13-18

Saturdays 10 -11:30 A.M. 

February 22 - May 3

@Youth Performance Company 641 Fairview Ave N, Suite 191, St. Paul, MN

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Social Narrative for MNprov FrieNDs

MNprov FrieNDs are FREE improv workshops for neurodivergent youth ages 13 - 18.

The workshops will take place Saturdays from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 29 April 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3 (note - no class on March 22)

at the Youth Performance Company, 641 Fairview Ave N, Suite 191, St. Paul, MN

What Should I Expect at MNprov FrieNDs?

At MNprov FrieNDs I can expect to feel safe, have fun, and meet some new people while playing improvisation games.

I can participate in the improvisation games as much or as little as I would like. Michael Bruckmueller, the teaching artist, is really flexible and understands that sometimes participants might need to watch for a bit before joining, or may need to take a break. It’s fine if I want to watch for awhile, or take a break if I need one. Michael will have a bag of sensory tools from the Autism Society of Minnesota if I’d like to use a sensory tool.

The most important thing about improvisation games is the “YES, AND . . .” rule. All of the participants will say “YES” to my ideas, and I will say “YES” to the ideas offered by others. As we say “YES” to each other and add new ideas, we will create something brand new together.

I can expect to laugh a lot at MNprov FrieNDS, and laughing is a great way to decrease stress.

If I have any questions, I can send an email to info@mnprov.org

What Do Students Say about MNprov?

“Things we work on here we use in everyday life; but it’s more fun to work on here”

“A place to be able to have fun and learn at the same time.  A fun  way to learn coping skills and move on”

“Using your emotions in a positive way”

“Creating as a group”

“Finding ways to make things work”

“Trying something new with someone you don’t know”