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OKC Improv

Submitted by ewilliams on Tue, 10/18/2016 - 10:09
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Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Pending
Program Identification
Location: 
Engagement & Program Services - Multiple Locations
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Teens! Learn how to improvise and perform hilarious scenes based on a single suggestion. Think on your feet and practice improv games with your friends and comedy experts. Improv is great for strengthening skills in writing, acting, debate, comedy, and public speaking.
Primary Age Group: 
Teen (ages 12-18)
Additional Age Groups: 
Teen (ages 12-18)
Primary Event Type: 
Arts, Crafts, Games

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
Performer in the Performing Artist Index

OKC Improv Foundation

Affidavit Expiration: 
Friday, January 13, 2017
Status: 
Active
Address: 
11 N. Lee Avenue
Oklahoma City  Oklahoma  73102
United States
Phone: 
405-456-9858
Artist Focus: 
Comedy Theater Music Improv
Work Description: 

More than just Oklahoma's premiere showcase of the best local and regional improvisational comedy and theater, OKC Improv is a non-profit community arts organization devoted to building a thriving and sustainable improv scene by providing regular performance opportunities at a quality venue for area improvisers and by working to raise awareness and understanding of improv as an art form among audiences and practitioners through publicity, outreach, and education including ongoing classes and workshops.

Affidavit: 
Yes
Background Check: 
Yes
W-9 on File: 
Yes
Program Justification
Is a program the best way to meet the expressed need or present information?: 
Yes
Does the program fit the goals of the MLS?: 
Yes
How & why does this program meet the goals of the MLS?: 
This program ties directly in to playful learning-- improve is a developmentally appropriate way for teens to learn social and communication skills.
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Satisfy Curiosity: Visitors explore their interests using the variety of information at the library.
Why will this program be successful?: 
Interactive programs with teens are highly successful. This event also will help those teens interested in comedy, acting, debate, and public speaking.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Program attendance and member feedback
Program Engagement

Marketing

Is sufficient time available to have a Info Magazine Listing?: 
Yes
Is sufficient time available to request MaC materials and display them for at least 2 weeks (45 days)?: 
Yes

Community Engagement

How will you promote this event to the community?: 
Create an in-Library Book Display or Exhibit
Share event in a community calendar, newsletter, or newspaper
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

Book display, bibliography

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
No supplies are needed for this particular program.
Final Comments: 
Outreach has budgeted for this program.
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
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