Classes
Ryan School of Irish Dance
In the Dance Studio
TUESDAY
Beginner's: 3:15 - 4:00
Intermediate I: 4:00 - 5:30
Intermediate II & Advanced: 5:00 - 6:30
THURSDAY
Intermediate II & Advanced: 4:00 - 5:30
Adults: 5:30 - 6:30
For Registration information and tuition email:
Ryan School of Irish Dance
In the Dance Studio
TUESDAY
Beginner's: 3:15 - 4:00
Intermediate I: 4:00 - 5:30
Intermediate II & Advanced: 5:00 - 6:30
THURSDAY
Intermediate II & Advanced: 4:00 - 5:30
Adults: 5:30 - 6:30
For Registration information and tuition email:
Music Lessons with Dave Trainer
In the Office
6 Instruments: piano, guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, accordion
Many styles, many genres
Call for appointments
(337)258-5631
Lauren-Reilly Eliot Company Acting Classes
On Second Stage
Registration for Lauren-Reilly Eliot Company Acting Classes has begun. This is a great way to work your craft, actors! Whether you are new to the stage or looking to hone your skills, our classes will build confidence as you expand and practice your acting craft. This five-week class (scenes will be performed for an open audience on the fifth week) will be held at Cité des Arts on Sunday nights from 6pm to 9pm. The class begins January 12 and ends February 9, 2020. Our goal is to give students the tools to become advanced actors. Visit to register, or find us on Facebook. Private message or email us at with any questions. ***Catch our Early Bird Special all through November and register for only $99
Lauren-Reilly Eliot Company ActinTry Something New in 2020 and Learn Improv with Silverbacks! Classes Starting January 11 (Flash Sale November 29th - December 2nd) Classes
On Second Stage
DOWNTOWN LAFAYETTE –
Need to get yourself out of your comfort zone? Looking for a truly unique gift for the aspiring performer in your life? The answer is here
- Silverbacks Improv classes begin again on January 11th, just in time for your New Years resolution to try something new.
Silverbacks Improv Theatre began offering improv classes in the summer of 2015, and has had great success and fun with their students. Improv troupes Weaning Process, The Plural Noun, and recent grad troupe Lively Banter found their beginnings in Silverbacks improv classes.
The Silverbacks will begin by offering Improv 1. Students will then have the option to continue to Improv 2 and 3 if they choose.
IMPROV LEVEL ONE is an entry-level journey into the joys and thrills of improvisation, or improv. Students will learn and practice the application of “group mind” and the all-important “yes, and” - and other improv concepts and vocabulary. Students will practice new skills, perform and play in a safe, low-stakes and friendly atmosphere.
LEVEL ONE is perfect for the super fan of comedy or improv who has yet to perform, the curious introvert wanting to try something new or someone looking to improve their public speaking or quick decision making skills. At the conclusion, you can move on to Level Two or continue to take LEVEL ONE again - as many times as you’d like.
You’re sure to get something new out of it each time!
Still on the fence? Hear from a former student!
“Silverbacks Improv Theatre classes were a great experience. I felt like I was in a slump, and these classes lifted me up. I made friends, gained confidence, and had the opportunity to play. The teachers miraculously offer a relaxed yet rigorous environment where challenge is welcome, but never judgment.” -Leslie Tidwell Level One students will also have the perk of free entry to all Silverbacks produced improv shows while they are taking classes!
IMPROV ONE Class Details:
Improv 1 - A Silverbacks Improv Class (Teacher Elaine Kibodeaux)
Dates: Saturdays January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Where: Cite Des Arts - 109 Vine St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Ages: 16+
Sales open as of Black Friday, November 29th.
Cost: $95 From November 29 - December 2nd! *Early Bird Special Pricing (Dec. 3-28) : $110 **Regular Pricing (Dec. 29-Jan. 11) : $120
Register online here:
https://squareup.com/store/silverbacks-improv-theatre starting November 29th or by calling 337-205-2129 [1]. Students may also message the Silverbacks Facebook page with questions:
ELAINE KIBODEAUX has been acting for 22 years and improvising for 18.
She is a founding member and assistant artistic director of Silverbacks Improv Theatre, a Cult of the Stage Monkey (UL-Lafayette) Alumna (’01-’08), Co-Director of Your Spooky Friends (an Improvised Horror Troupe), and has studied and performed improv in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Washington, D.C., and Chicago. Elaine began teaching Improv Fundamentals for Beginners in 2010 and has since added Improv Acting Techniques for Dancers and Movement for the Actor to her instruction repertoire. She is a belly dancer with Habibi Hips and Bal Amira, celebrating 12 at Oasis Bellydance Studio, where she leads “BellyFit” classes. She regularly uses her improv and acting experience to enhance her stage presence when dancing.
ABOUT SILVERBACKS:
Silverbacks Improv Theatre (Lafayette, LA) mixes special improvised brews for audiences across the U.S. Favorite improv creations include The 90's Show, SuperCollider, Lafayette Famous, and the annual Holiday Show. The Silverbacks are always energetic, nerd-tastic, and not afraid of costumes. The Silverbacks consist of members who have trained and performed in places as far as Mississippi, Texas, Illinois, California, and D.C. with a combined total of over 75 years of improv experience.
Silverbacks Improv Theatre performs regularly in locations around South Louisiana. More information can be found at www.silverbacksimprov.com [4] The Silverbacks are also available for classes, workshops, corporate training, and tailored experiences..