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Rahel Otsa is a thoughtful and dynamic improviser who created one of the first improv theatres in Estonia, Jaa !mproteater; and is the main producer of the International Improv Festival Tilt in Tallinn. Before becoming hooked on improvisation, Rahel’s early focus was on classical theatre and the theatre of the oppressed. She combines all of these experiences … Read more

Christiane Brew is a professional improvisor, storyteller, and actress based in Tokyo. She’s visiting NZ in November, so we’ve tempted her to come down to Christchurch to share some of her amazing depth of storytelling and improvisation knowledge with us. There will be a half-day workshop on Saturday 16 November, and a full-day workshop on … Read more

We are constantly surrounded by ghosts. The figments of memory that haunt us, our childhood growing up, the joy we feel when we see those we love. These ghosts are all around us at all times. They influence us, but are never seen. But what if we could? Luke Rimmelzwaan, the founder of Brisbane’s ImproMafia, … Read more

Do you want to upgrade your mime and clown skills? As well as being a lot of fun, these skills really add to your physical presence on stage. We’re very fortunate to have a top teacher right here in Christchurch. Danny Lee is the creative director and premiere performer of Circotica and a very experienced … Read more

In huge demand around the world, we’ve been incredibly lucky to grab Katy Schutte right here in Christchurch! Katy will be running 3 workshops over the weekend from Friday, 22nd through to Sunday, 24th February 2019, covering a broad range of improvisation skills. The Sunday workshop will also build towards a public performance on the Sunday evening … Read more

This is your chance to work with one of the big names of the Chicago improv scene – Jonathan Pitts. Chicago is the Mecca of modern improvisation, home of the famous Second City, a place that has been one of the main sources for an entire generation of America’s best and brightest comedic entertainers for over … Read more

Linda Calgaro is an Australian actor, teacher, director, singer and musician who is passionate about making improv theatre.  More recently, she has been living and working in Nelson, but we have one last chance to work with her before she returns home to Sydney. Linda is a talented vocalist and musician, capable of bringing out the best … Read more

Pauline Calmé is a French improvisation teacher from Paris. She is a specialist in the use of mask and will be teaching a full-day workshop on Saturday,19th May 2018. Pauline’s previous workshop sold out , but luckily for us, she is staying an extra week and is offering a full-day workshop on Saturday. This is a great opportunity … Read more

This is HUGE! Award-winning, TV and film actor, director, comedian and a master teacher of improvisational acting, Gary Schwartz, will be joining us in April this year for a weekend intensive from Friday, 13th April to Sunday, 15th April. “Gary is a terrific teacher” — Dan Castellaneta (a.k.a. Homer Simpson) “Viola had genius and she shared it. Gary … Read more

Pauline Calmé is a French improviser from Paris best known for her poetic, musical and clowning approach to improvisation. She is visiting New Zealand to attend NZIF (the NZ Improvisation Festival) and as part of her visit will be coming to Christchurch to share her knowledge of Physical Theatre, Mask, and Movement in this special one-day … Read more