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"LaughCrafters
101"-overview and practice of games
& techniques. Learn to think quick, create
funny scenes and characters, meet new friends,
have fun! Perfect intro for beginners or
for more experienced players to brush up on
skills.
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"LaughCrafters
Workshop: Improv 2.0 "-For advanced students
and those with prior experience. Focus on in
depth character and scene study with the goal of
performance and presentation.
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"Making a
Scene"- Advanced class focused on
finding the funny while creating stories based in
truth and discovering where good stories and
characters come from, while examining the elements
that make strong connections in scenework.
- "Character
Connection"- Advanced class focused on
creating and exploring character traits and
relationships to expand your repertoire.
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"Game On"-
All levels class focused on short form improv
games that are easy to learn, hard to master. Full
of fun while still challenging advanced players
how to present and fine-tune their game beyond the
gimmick.
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"Improv
as a Business Tool"- using many improv
theater games with the aim to improve confidence,
communication, collaboration, and finding the
humor in everyday life. Not focused on
professional acting or theatrical
presentation. Great for leadership or
customer service classes. Recommended for adults
or older teens.
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"Acting
Up"- using variations
of the same theater games, this class is aimed at
young children to encourage creative thinking,
teamwork, and imagination as they get to play
different characters, scenes, and tell crazy
stories. Recommended for grades K-6
- "LaughCrafters:
Connections"- Using a
"Virtual Stage", new online course that focuses on
quick thinking, intense listening, and collaboration
using theater games you can do from the comfort of
your home webcam or phone.
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Troupe
jump start, directing, and coaching-
Are you part of a newly formed improv troupe in
your community or school? Need a foundation to get
things started or a director to coach you? We can
get you going with the right tools.
APPLAUSE
"Boy
oh boy. If Laughter is a mandatory ingredient in
your life, as it is mine, check out Comedy
Improv Classes through Phantom Sheep Players...There
are nights with this group that I laugh so hard
I snort, shriek and bend over howling. This
class is for any level of experience. The troupe
gently pulls you into the fold. It's a wonderful
learning experience on so many levels. I am
learning about myself, my relationships, my
strengths and weaknesses. There is freedom to
screw up without feeling like crap. Cost is
wicked reasonable. I can get that info if anyone
is interested."- Betsy (2023)
"Thank
you Eric Boucher and Phantom Sheep Players for
these Improv classes. I appreciate the
instructions, demonstrations, scene direction
and follow-ups. You put a lot of thought into
what to teach, when you teach it, how to teach
it, and who needs what. I can see how you shape
what you share depending on what the individual,
or group of players needs. I appreciate that
we all get to play multiple times a session. You
trust us and let us go for it. Deep bow of
gratitude to you all."
- Robert Rivest (2025)
"Last
night I took an improv class that ended up being
so much fun and I haven't laughed that hard in a
very long time! Thanks to Eric for creating a
safe space for me to come out of my shell"-
Lauren
"Absolutely loved the last class. I
can’t tell you how much it helped me to become
more confident, to trust my instincts, and to
believe in the choices and decisions I make. On
top of that, it was an absolute blast. Thank
you, and I can’t wait for more!"- Bill B
"I’m currently in my second session of classes
with the Phantom Sheep Players, and it is one of
the best investments I have made in myself. Even
in a short amount of time, I have learned so
much about improv and have a newfound confidence
in myself. Additionally, these classes are a
great way to relieve stress and are something to
look forward to on Mondays. Working with the
troupe and other classmates are an absolute joy,
and everyone is always supportive of each
other." (2018)
"Thank you! I started conquering a fear
tonight!
And had a blast too!"-Stephanie (2016)
"I have taken a few classes
with Phantom Sheep, and I have loved every minute
of it! The classes are a great way to enhance your
improv skills in a judgement-free setting. The
instructors are very kind and supportive, and they
have helped me to step outside my comfort zone and
build confidence. I would highly recommend taking
these classes, especially if you love to laugh!"-
Lexi Oliver (Western MA News reporter)
"Have been taking classes with
Phantom Sheep for about two years now, and have seen
tremendous growth in my comfort on stage, as well as
generalized confidence. Eric and Tommy run a
profesional class at a great rate!"- Adam
"Not only have I learned
about improv, but in a broader sense, I've learned
about character developement, listening on stage,
and working with your scene partner. These are
invaluable lessons in the world of theatre and
acting and I can't recommend their classes enough.
Special shout-out to Eric, Tommy, and Jeff, for being the leaders of this
great troupe."(2022)
"...we had a great time!
We learned so much about how to feel comfortable and
confident in front of a group and how to make
improvisation fun and entertaining! Again, thank you
for a wonderful experience!"
-Sarah, ASA
"These
classes are a lot of fun and you learn stuff
painlessly about yourself and how to react to,
collaborate with and support others. I have brought
several "newbies" in and all have been
welcomed warmly and uniformly were happily surprised
at what they accomplished"- Simon
“…Our own “Yoda” of sorts,
the Phantom Sheep Productions Improv troupe.
Thanks to their workshops…we acquired the skills
we need to successfully make fools of ourselves
without making complete fools of ourselves”
-Steve, “Puce Tomato
Gods” WHS student troupe.
“Overall, [our class] got to know each other better,
and felt comfortable working with themselves and
each other. They also learned how to think faster on
their feet.”
- Andru, WCCH
"Thank you for sharing the LaughCrafters Comedy
Improv with our young adults...
it was a very successful program. We appreciate
all your hard work and would welcome the
opportunity to have you back again. Thank
you for bringing such a wonderful program to our
library."- Deborah, Director, Abington
Library.
Some regular workshop
partners and clients include:
Springfield
Library (4+ years)
Agawam Library (6+
years)
Westfield Athenaeum (5+
years)
Abington Library (4+
years)
Hardwick Paige
Memorial (3+ years)
Academic Studies
Associates, Inc.(5+ years)
Enfield Youth Center
Holyoke Community
College (taught
weekly class for several semesters)
Westfield State College
(bi-weekly sessions)
Berkshire
Hills Music Academy
Southwick Public Library
Western New England University, WNE Stageless
Players, Improv on the Rocks
"Up with People" touring
company
Girl Scouts of Western MA
Six Flags New
England
Westfield High School
Duggan
Academy of Social Justice (weekly class for
Springfield middle school)
Meadowbrook School (weekly class
for grades K-3)
Mapleshade School (Weekly class
grades for 4-6)
Springfield JCC (various shows, workshops and weekly
classes for all ages since 2015)
Sunshine Village (weekly and monthly workshops)
Unity House Players (weekly classes, shows, and
workshops)
Academy Hill School (weekly youth classes since
2019)
