The Improv Conservatory is an audition-based program for those interested in professional improv performance. Those chosen for the conservatory will participate in a weekly improv training session led by Artistic Director Byron Martin and professional guest instructors. The conservatory is a 3 month ensemble program which concludes in participants creating and performing Long-Form improv shows as part of the programming at The Grindstone Comedy Theatre.
Auditions are January 12th.
Winter 2020 Conservatory Dates:
Sunday evening workshops 6:30-8:30pm
January 19 – March 29
Monthly performances April – July 2020
Tuition: $100
Prerequisites – Applicants should have some of the following criteria:
- Have previous improv performance experience either through competitive high-school experience, University groups OR taken improv classes from Grindstone Theatre or other Improv Companies.
- Enrolled or graduated from a professional theatre training degree or diploma program
- May not have improv experience but performs at a professional level in other areas such as Stand-Up Comedy, Acting, Musical Performance, Clown or Sketch Comedy.
To request an audition please email bmartin@grindstonetheatre.ca with a headshot and performance CV.
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