A stage-inspired graphic promoting Play It By Ear, a four-part Blind Fitness improv series in collaboration with Santa Barbara Improv.
PLAY IT BY EAR
An Inclusive Four-Part Improv SeriesPlay It By Ear is a four-class, beginner-friendly improv series designed for blind and low vision participants, sighted guides, and community members who are ready to laugh, connect, and explore their creativity together.
Through guided games and exercises focused on listening, communication, movement, collaboration, and imagination, participants will build confidence, strengthen communication skills, spark their creativity, and discover the joy of creating in the moment.
Whether you're looking to meet new people, challenge yourself in a supportive environment, or simply share an evening of laughter, this series offers a unique opportunity to grow through the art of improv.
Because this is a progressive series, participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions. Each class builds on the skills, confidence, and connections developed in the previous one.
Series Highlights
Dates: Friday Aug. 28, Sep 25, Oct. 9 & Oct. 23
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: Jefferson Hall at Unitarian Society,
1535 Santa Barbara St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Improv Instructor: Kimberly Herriman, Ph.d
Suggested Donation: Sliding Scale beginning at $10
We look forward to playing and growing together! Participants and sighted community members please sign up below.
Registration closes: Wednesday, August 26 at 6:00 pm
Through guided games and exercises focused on listening, communication, movement, collaboration, and imagination, participants will build confidence, strengthen communication skills, spark their creativity, and discover the joy of creating in the moment.
Whether you're looking to meet new people, challenge yourself in a supportive environment, or simply share an evening of laughter, this series offers a unique opportunity to grow through the art of improv.
Because this is a progressive series, participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions. Each class builds on the skills, confidence, and connections developed in the previous one.
Series Highlights
- Beginner-friendly and fully inclusive
- Designed for blind and low vision participants, sighted guides, and community members
- No prior improv or acting experience required
- Focus on listening, communication, creativity, confidence, and connection
- Encourages trust, spontaneity, and teamwork
- Led by experienced instructor Kimberly Herriman in collaboration with Santa Barbara Improv
Dates: Friday Aug. 28, Sep 25, Oct. 9 & Oct. 23
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: Jefferson Hall at Unitarian Society,
1535 Santa Barbara St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Improv Instructor: Kimberly Herriman, Ph.d
Suggested Donation: Sliding Scale beginning at $10
We look forward to playing and growing together! Participants and sighted community members please sign up below.
Registration closes: Wednesday, August 26 at 6:00 pm
