Longform Performance Ensemble
Eight weeks of improv workshops with an ensemble of hilarious, creative folks, directed by
Ben Gorodetsky. Develop your trust, listening, storytelling, comedic timing and group mind through a total of 20 hours of instruction. The series culminates in a student showcase where you can show off your fresh improv skills in front of a real live audience!
- Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 25
Upcoming classes.
Physical Comedy
Spontaneity meets physicality in this four week, in-person class. Connect to your body, expand your character range, hone your group-mind, and improve non-verbal communication.
- Thursdays, Jan 2 - 23. Tickets & Info here.
Longform Performance Ensemble
Eight weeks of improv workshops with an ensemble of hilarious, creative folks, directed by Ben Gorodetsky. Develop your trust, listening, storytelling, comedic timing and group mind through a total of 20 hours of instruction. The series culminates in a student showcase where you can show off your fresh improv skills in front of a real live audience!
- Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 25. Tickets at Link in Bio.
PWYC Improv Workshop & Jam
Improv builds confidence, teaches storytelling, improves listening and collaboration, and allows you to be present in the moment. Taking an improv class is like supercharging your creative brain! A 90 minute workshop portion will be followed by a 30 minute improv jam, exploring improv games for a fun and immersive approach to collaborative comedy.
All skill levels welcome! Pay What You Can!
- Thursday, Jan 30. Tickets & Info Here.
- Thursday, Mar 6. Tickets & Info Here.
Shortform Games
Explore the hilarious world of improv games in this four session improv series. Over the course of 10 hours this workshop series will cover a whole whack of short-form games, as seen on TV’s Whose Line: Genre Coaster, Speak in One Voice, Should'a'Said, Word at a Time Story, Moving Bodies, Half-Life, Party Quirks, and much more!
- Thursdays, Feb 6 - 27. Tickets & Info here.
Improv Fundamentals
Dive headfirst into the world of Yes And in this four session workshop series! Over 8 hours this class will explore listening, storytelling, character, humour, cooperation, and presence. No experience necessary: perfect for beginners!
- Tuesdays, March 4 - 25. Tickets & Info here.
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Puppet-Prov
Explore the art of puppetry and improv with instructor Kez Vicario-Robinson in this three week series! Learn puppetry techniques and skills, and develop your unique puppet's movement and voice through improv exercises. Then grow your puppet's storytelling power, through playful collaboration with other improvisers and their puppets!
All experience levels welcome, puppets will be provided (or bring your own!)
- Dates TBD. Email if interested.
Pinch Jam
No workshop, just an opportunity to play! Come improvise with a creative group of hilarious people.
All skill levels welcome. A double-feature with with Pinch Student Ensemble Showcase performance.
- Dates TBD. Email if interested.
Musical Improv
Time to sing! Join instructors Rob Lewin & Karen Derrah for a four week series on musical improv. Learn the basics of song structure, phrasing and musicality, and then apply it to your shortform and longform improv. By the end of this series, you'll be ready to take your shower voice to the stage!
No musical experience necessary. Some improv experience recommended.
- Dates TBD. Email if interested.
Making it Matter
Instructor Cas Knihnisky will help you believe in the moment, no matter how absurd! This four week course teaches a holistic approach to improvised scene work, focusing on: organic exploration, emotional stakes, heightening, commitment and connection. Enrich your improv, hone your communication skills, and learn how to find fun anywhere.
- Dates TBD. Email if interested.
Intro to Sketch Comedy Writing
This 8-week course will provide you with the fundamentals of generating comedic premises and fleshing them out into full sketches. Each week you'll write sketches at home, read them in class, and receive notes on the structure and content. At the end of the term, you'll be able to showcase your work in front of an audience in an informal live reading.
- Dates TBD. Email if interested.
Spontaneous Storytelling
Tap into play, listening, trust, and story structures in this four week class. Learn to trust yourself and your partners so you can create in the moment together.
- Dates TBD. Email if interested.
Custom Group Classes
Classes designed for your group needs are available. Check out corporate & business offerings here.
For community or arts groups, please email if interested.
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Photo #2 by Mat Simpson