Improv Comedy One-Day Course

Would you like to faster, become more confident, or simply have more fun?

Improvisation is one of the best ways to develop confidence, creativity and communication skills.

Whether you've never tried improv before or already have experience, this full-day workshop will give you practical techniques you can immediately put into practice.

How it works:

• This session is extremely practical where you'll be on your feet and will be learning by completing fast paced, fun activities.

• Spots are limited, ensuring you can practice improv the entire time and rapidly build your skills.

• You'll learn and explore the core principles of comedy improvisation through a series of engaging games, exercises and scene work.

• You'll discover how to create memorable characters, build entertaining scenes, think on your feet and work collaboratively with others in a fun and supportive environment.

• This intensive workshop gives us the time to explore each concept in greater depth, allowing you to develop your skills through practical coaching, feedback and performance.

Suitable for:

• Complete beginners

• Improvisers looking to refresh their skills

• Performers wanting to become stronger on stage

• Anyone looking to improve confidence, creativity or quick thinking

Topics:

• "Yes, And" and collaborative thinking

• Thinking quickly under pressure

• Active listening and genuine connection

• Building confidence through spontaneity

• Creating memorable characters and perspectives

• Storytelling and engaging communication

• Scene work and collaborative problem-solving

• Physicality, presence and body language

Expect plenty of laughs, supportive coaching and lots of opportunities to perform in pairs and small groups.

The workshop is facilitated by Dave Crisante, Director of the Sydney Comedy School.

David is an award-winning comedian, former journalist and communication trainer who has taught improvisation to hundreds of people, from complete beginners through to experienced performers and corporate leaders. His workshops combine professional training with a relaxed, supportive atmosphere where participants are encouraged to challenge themselves while having fun.

Whether your goal is to become a better performer, improve your communication skills, meet new people or simply try something different, this workshop will leave you with practical skills, greater confidence and a whole new way of thinking.

Duration 9:30am - 3:00pm (including a 30-minute lunch break)

Venue Newtown Neighbourhood Centre

Places are strictly limited to maximise participation and individual feedback.

Sydney Comedy School Courses and Activities:

• Drop-in Improv Classes

• Improv Masterclasses

• Improv for Career Success

• Public Speaking Foundations

• Stand-Up Comedy Jokewriting Course

• Learn Stand-Up Comedy & Perform Course

• Joke Lab monthly get togethers

• Stand-Up Comedy Masterclasses

• Sydney Stand-Up Comedy Championships

• Improv Comedy Cagefight

• Stand-Up Comedy Cagefight