MNprov FrieNDs
A free, one-week improv workshop for neurodivergent teens to build confidence, creativity, and friendships — culminating in a showcase that celebrates their voices.
2025 Dates: July 28 - August 1
Morning Session: 9 am - 12 pm (FULL)
Afternoon Session: 1 pm - 4 pm (FULL)
Location: The Hive Collaborative
677 Hamline Ave. N, St. Paul, MN
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MNprov FrieNDs are FREE improv workshops for neurodivergent youth ages 13 - 18.
The workshop will be Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1, 2025.
The morning session is 9 AM - 12 PM each day.
The afternoon sessions is 1 PM - 4 PM each day.
The location is The Hive Collaborative, 677 Hamline Ave. N, St. Paul, MN.
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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.
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If I have any questions, I can send an email to info@mnprov.org
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 & Cultural Heritage Fund.
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