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Garrett Gray

Garrett W. Gray, P.E. has given two (2) TEDx talks at TEDxIIT and TEDxTinleyParkPublic Library (both in 2016), Given various Keynote Speeches, hosted Public Access TV in Tinley Park, has DJed on the Beatles Channel on Sirius XM, and won many Speaking awards, and even testifies in court as an Expert Witness for Engineering malpractice cases. Garrett is currently the Speech Coach for all the 15 speakers in the upcoming TEDx Tinley Park event on October 4, 2026 at the Tinley Park High School.

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Fall 2026Improv

Gazebo Workshop — Sept 13

Want to improve your ability to think on your feet & have fun while doing it? Then this Improv Workshop is for YOU. In this inclusive hands-on improv workshop YOU will learn the tools to "Improv like a Boss" in any occasion & become socially fearless. Garrett Gray, Director of Main Stage Improv will have attendees step out of their shells, group their improv skills, and most importantly have FUN while doing so! You will learn principles such as active listening, thinking & speaking on our feet, and supporting your teammates which are useful skills on an improv stage, in a classroom, at work and in all facets of life!

DatesSep 13, 2026Sunday 2:00–3:00 pm
LocationVogt Visual Arts Center - Tinley Park, Illinois
Garrett Gray HeadshotGarrett Gray
Free
Enrollment open
Ages 18+
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Fall 2026Improv

Main Stage Improv’s Adult Advanced Improv Course

When students graduate Main Stage Improv's Adult Improv Fundamentals course, they always ask "What's Next?" This advanced class is designed to take students to the next level of improv as students learn to build on their previous improv skills and perform advanced short form improv games and long form improv games. Garrett has trained at The Second City Chicago, Laugh Out Loud Schaumburg and Comedy Sportz. Prerequisite to take this class: Main Stage Improv's Adult Fundamentals Improv course or equivalent (instructor must approve any exceptions).

DatesSep 14 – Oct 19, 2026Mondays 7:00–9:00 pm, plus Wed 10/7 & 10/14
LocationTinley Park Performing Arts Center - Tinley Park, Illinois
Class showOct 30, 20268:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Garrett Gray HeadshotGarrett Gray
$199Resident
$258Non-Resident
Enrollment open
Ages 18+
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Fall 2026Improv

Adult Improv Fundamentals

Looking for a local adult Improv class that won’t cost you time and gas money just to get to? Well, look no further! Garrett Gray of Main Stage Productions will instruct adults on the fundamentals of improv in his popular 8-week course consisting of seven (7) 2 hour classes, one (1) two hour show rehearsal and one (1) 1 hour improv show (graduation) designed to empower students to put on and star in their very own improv show! By enrolling in this course you’ll obtain the following tools: basic principles of improv, object work, exposure to character work, active listening, how to support your teammates, and how to do fun improv games with your teammates. For their graduation, students will perform in their very own 1 hour improv show! Garrett Gray is the Director of “Main Stage Improv”, Assistant Director of Orland Park’s “No Limit Laughs” improv and his Second City troupe “100% Gluten”. Garrett has trained at The Second City Chicago, Laugh Out Loud Schaumburg and Comedy Sportz. Garrett is a co-founder of the Yes And Toastmasters Club in Bolingbrook which combines improv with public speaking.

DatesSep 15 – Oct 20, 2026Tuesdays 7:00–9:00 pm, plus Thu 9/24 & 10/8
LocationFranklin Loebe Center - Orland Park, IL
Class showOct 23, 20268:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Garrett Gray HeadshotGarrett Gray
$180Resident
$225Non-Resident
Enrollment open
Ages 18+
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Fall 2026Improv

Gazebo Workshop — Oct 11

Want to improve your ability to think on your feet & have fun while doing it? Then this Improv Workshop is for YOU. In this inclusive hands-on improv workshop YOU will learn the tools to "Improv like a Boss" in any occasion & become socially fearless. Garrett Gray, Director of Main Stage Improv will have attendees step out of their shells, group their improv skills, and most importantly have FUN while doing so! You will learn principles such as active listening, thinking & speaking on our feet, and supporting your teammates which are useful skills on an improv stage, in a classroom, at work and in all facets of life!

DatesOct 11, 2026Sunday 2:00–3:00 pm
LocationVogt Visual Arts Center - Tinley Park, Illinois
Garrett Gray HeadshotGarrett Gray
Free
Enrollment open
Ages 18+
Register
Open
Fall 2026Improv

Main Stage Improv’s Adult Fundamentals Improv Course

Looking for a local adult improv class that won't cost you time and gas money just to get to? Well, look no further! Fundamentals of Improv classes are designed to install the fundamentals of improvisation! Obtain the following tools: basic principles of improv, object work, exposure to character work, active listening, how to support your teammates and play fun improv games with your teammates. December 5 - improv show/graduation at Performing Arts Center 8-10pm. Call time for show is 6:30pm. Doors open to public at 7:30pm.

DatesOct 26 – Dec 2, 2026Mondays 7:00–9:00 pm, plus Wed 11/18 & 12/2
LocationTinley Park Performing Arts Center - Tinley Park, Illinois
Class showDec 5, 20268:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Garrett Gray HeadshotGarrett Gray
$199Resident
$258Non-Resident
Enrollment open
Ages 18+
Register
Open
Fall 2026Improv

Adult Advanced Improv

After Improv Fundamentals, students invariably ask "What's Next? That's easy - why Main Stage Improv's Advanced Improv class. This class is a deeper dive into fun advanced Improv games for the stage. More games = more fun. For their graduation, students will perform in their very own 2 hour improv show! Garrett Gray is the Director of “Main Stage Improv.” Garrett has trained at The Second City Chicago, Laugh Out Loud Schaumburg, and Comedy Sportz. Garrett is a co-founder of the Yes And Toastmasters Club in Bolingbrook which combines improv with public speaking.

DatesOct 27 – Dec 4, 2026Tuesdays, plus Thu 11/12 & 11/19
LocationFranklin Loebe Center - Orland Park, IL
Class showDec 4, 20268:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Garrett Gray HeadshotGarrett Gray
$180Resident
$225Non-Resident
Enrollment open
Ages 18 yrs +, Mixed
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Fall 2026Public Speaking

Speak Like a Champion Today 5.0

Boost your confidence and sharpen your public speaking skills in this fun, interactive 5-week course. You’ll learn the tools to craft and deliver speeches, speak impromptu, use humor, gestures and vocal variety, connect with audiences, and make new friends along the way. This class will focus on crafting a keynote speech that each student will deliver on the last class. Whether you want to nail that job interview, give that wedding speech, or deliver a TED talk—this course will help speakers of any level - from Beginning to Advanced to Speak Like a Champion Today! INSTRUCTOR: Garrett W. Gray, P.E and Amanda R. Gray, J.D. of Main Stage Productions, LLC.

DatesSep 2 – Sep 30, 2026Wednesdays 7:00–9:30 pm
LocationFranklin Loebe Center - Orland Park, IL
Amanda GrayAmanda R. GrayGarrett Gray HeadshotGarrett Gray
$99Resident
$124Non-Resident
In session
Ages 18 yrs +, Mixed
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