2025 Workshops
A physical comedy workshop focused on physicality and alignment.
Why do we need jokes to make people laugh? Our body knows what is funny before the brain does and this workshop will help to wake the body up.
Crafted through many workshops on physical comedy, this workshop will make you experience the 'funny' with the body first. Open to all improvisers, artists, dancers, comedians, actors and clowns!
This workshop is great for performers who want to lead more with their bodies and shut off their brains while being present in the scene.
Body before Brains
Shreya Parashar and Sachin Sharma
WHEN: May 31 from 14:00-17:00
WHERE: Arts Court, Courtroom
WHO: All levels welcome!
PRICE: $89 (two equity spots)
Scenes that Pop!
Michael Bird
WHEN: May 31 from 10:00-13:00
WHERE: Arts Court, Courtroom
WHO: Beginner to expert level
PRICE: $75 (two equity spots available)
Create stronger, faster, more playful scenes…right from the jump.
Stop waiting for the “perfect initiation”…it doesn’t exist. In this high-energy workshop, you’ll learn to trust your first impulse.
We’ll flip the script on scene starts: the second person becomes the true initiator, boldly naming the reality and inviting the first into a shared world of play. It’s all about confident choices, playful adaptation, and scenes that pop from the very first moment.
Expect lots of scenes, real-time side coaching, and a ton of reps. You’ll leave with tools to stop overthinking, stay present, and co-create with immediacy, whether it’s a grounded slice-of-life scene or a Shakespearean fever dream.
Great for players who want to kickstart scenes with clarity, confidence, connection…and most importantly, fun.
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​*OIF workshops are for ages 18 years and up.
An improv workshop designed for Artists who speak English as their second language. Make the most of improvisation with no language barrier.
Come As You Are and improvise as your true self. This workshop is open to all improvisers, artists, dancers, comedians, actors and clowns!
Great for performers who want to break ethnic templates, stereotypes and language barriers. Take a step towards your unique comedic journey. Work on truly unique ideas. Learn how to collaborate with other multicultural artists.
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​*OIF workshops are for ages 18 years and up.
Improv for multicultural artists (ESL)
Shreya Parashar and Sachin Sharma
Discover the Fun!
Andy Assaf
A perfect workshop to FIND the fun of a scene rather than trying to FORCE it.
Andy developed this workshop from training at various theatres with Improv styles to focus on playfulness and noticing the little moments. This workshop will get you out of your head, into your body, and find inspiration with character and environment.
Find uncharted fun (and therefore the funny) of a scene with the amazing power of discovery!
This workshop is great for improvisers who overthink in scenes and who want to be present with their scene partners and themselves!
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​*OIF workshops are for ages 18 years and up.
Silly World View
The Sibsons
Want an easy way to make your partner look good on stage? Share their enthusiasm for the silly!
In this 2-hour workshop, you will learn and practice:
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Tagging Out your Inner Critic
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Setting and playing inside your Boundaries
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Finding and chasing each other's Fun over Form
This is a workshop for improv performers and those open to sharing silly world views. Facilitated by duoprov sweeties, The Sibsons!
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​*OIF workshops are for ages 18 years and up.
Sonic Synergy
Laura Nerenberg
Using targeted games, Laura Nerenberg will guide participants to express untapped creativity through music.
Musical improvisation deepens non-verbal communication, the ability to take turns soloing, rhythmic acuity and accompanying skills. These are vital musicianship skills that are accessed through creative play in a safe and encouraging environment. Learn to “Yes and” through music!
This workshop is open to musicians of all levels and experience. Participants will bring their own instrument, though a piano keyboard will be provided for pianists.
Please note, this is NOT like a jazz workshop—participants do not need previous improvisation experience or knowledge of chords. Participants will not learn riffs to repeat back. Instead, participants will create their own group pieces together in acts of sonic synergy.
As one former participant put it: “I loved getting to make music with other musicians! That was so fun and therapeutic. And Laura's manner and attitude. She's very empathetic and open-minded as a teacher. She made us all feel very comfortable.”
If you have any questions about this workshop, please feel free to reach out to Laura directly: laura@lauranerenberg.com
Join Claire and Rich from Wayward Improvised Theatre for a variety of games, exercises and scenes designed to boost your stage confidence and help you find the fun in failing.
This open jam is designed for improvisers with an intermediate-and-up level of experience. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and footwear, and come prepared to play!
The jam will run from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., including a 10-minute break. Participants are welcome to arrive anytime after 2 p.m. to hang out, finish their coffee, and chat about improv with the facilitators and other attendees.
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​*OIF workshops are for ages 18 years and up.
Take Risks and Fail Joyfully
Wayward Improvised Theatre
Improv for Beginners
The Improv Embassy
Curious about improv? Ready to shake up your routine, have tons of fun and spark creativity?
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This 2-hour workshop is a playful, no-pressure intro. You’ll jump into easy, interactive exercises and try out a few improv games with the support of our friendly facilitators.
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No experience needed—just a willingness to laugh, experiment, and connect with others. By the end, you’ll have a taste of improv’s magic, a few new friends, and maybe even the inspiration to join us for more.
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​*OIF workshops are for ages 18 years and up.