WORKSHOPS, RETREATS, SHOWS, AND MORE
Improv, Yoga, & Creative Flow Retreat for Women, trans, & Non-Binary Folks: Nosara, CoSTA RICA (January 18-23, 2027)
This retreat is for women and non-binary folks who are keen to tap into their creative flow. Enjoy morning yoga with Emily Shapiro, improv and creativity workshops with Elana Fishbein, midday swims, poolside hangs, game nights, beach walks, stunning sunsets and more. With accommodations just a two-minute walk from the ocean and beautiful Playa Guiones, this retreat is a perfect blend of serenity, camaraderie, and play.
AND CAMP: Copake, NY (September 17-20, 2026)
I’m thrilled to be teaching at the the AND CAMP this September alongside Will Hines, Shannon O’Neill Sebastian Conelli, Donald Chang, Ray Cordova, Jim Woods, Sara Claspell, and more! Four days and three nights of improv in the Berkshires. Come for the workshops, stay for the s’mores! For more information and a list of guest instructors, visit the AND CAMP website!
Improv for Teachers: 3-Day intensive (Summer 2027)
In this three-day intensive, we’ll explore improv exercises that can be applied in the classroom and beyond to bolster confidence, participation, enthusiasm, and creativity, while fostering a more welcoming, joyful, and supportive learning community.
Dates/Location TBD
Contact me if you’re interested in receiving notice when this class opens up for registration.
The Armando Diaz Experience
Named after legendary improv teacher and Magnet Theater founder, Armando Diaz— every week a guest monologist shares true stories and a cast of improv-all stars brings them to life.
Every Saturday at 7:30pm at the Magnet Theater
The Schmooze
Inspired by the classic improv form, the Living Room, "The Schmooze" brings folks together for a night of kibitzing, kvetching, and improv comedy.
Featuring Lily Friedman, Richard Gould, Janet Klein, Barbara Newman, Merle Rubine, and Robert Wolfson | Directed by Elana Fishbein
Thursday, October 22 at 2pm - DOROT
Follow us on Instagram: @theschmoozeshow
Improv Classes at the Magnet Theater
I teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced improv classes at the Magnet Theater in New York City. New classes begin all the time and registration is on a rolling basis. Check out Magnet Theater class offerings and see if there’s a class that works for you.