Character Workshops

Level 2: Characters

Our next set of workshops is coming up on the Saturday 8th of May and is Level 2: Characters.

It will be taught by four of ImproMafia’s most experienced performers, who will each take a class focusing on a particular skill or approach to character. It is a great opportunity to gain the insight and help of some excellent local Brisbane performers, and to expand your range and depth of characterization.

The course will run for four weeks and cover the following topics:

I’d never do that!: Looking at the standard characters you play and trying to break the mold. Taught by Tom Dunston.

Physicality: How to use your body to represent and create characters. Taught by David Massingham.

Opposites, Extremes and Arbitrary: Moving your characters beyond the cliches and the average. Taught by Natalie Bochenski.

Below the Surface: A look at creating characters through motivation, mantras and objectives. Taught by Wade Robinson

The details are:

Ithaca Hall
Cnr Enoggera and Kennedy Tce
Saturdays 1-4pm
8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th of May.
Cost: $40

To book e-mail us at training@impromafia.com

Patti Stiles Workshop

ImproMafia is delighted to be hosting a workshop by internationally renowned improviser, actor and teacher Patti Stiles. This workshop will give attendees the chance to learn from one of the world’s best impro teachers in a fun, friendly and informal environment.

Patti Stiles served her theatre apprenticeship under the direction of Keith Johnstone at Loose Moose Theatre Company, birthplace of Theatresports™. She is an actor, improviser, director, instructor and playwright and her work in Canada, the USA, England, Holland, France, Sweden, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Norway, New Zealand, Thailand and Australia has brought her international renown as an inspiring, supportive, intuitive, and engaging improvisation artist.

Informed by a deep, intelligent and perceptive understanding of improvisation, Patti leads and teaches from the heart. In demand worldwide as an improvisation performer and teacher, she ignites a spark of enthusiasm and joy in students, fellow performers and audiences wherever she appears.

What people say

"Patti Stiles improvisational experience and knowledge is a goldmine! A generous spirit who is attentive and responsive in any environment. If you want to learn what improv is about...watch Patti."
-Randy Dixon Artistic Director Unexpected Productions, Seattle USA

When: 9-1pm, 13th December, 2009.
Where: Basement, Metro Arts - 109 Edward St, Brisbane.

The workshops are $50 for ImproMafia members. $55 for non-members

Show Submissions 2010

Hi all!

2010 is fast approaching, and it looks set to be another great year for ImproMafia. But, as always, we need your help and ideas!

If you have an idea or concept for a new show, or a revised take on an existing format, I’m keen to hear it! Primarily I’m looking for ideas for our Brisbane Arts Theatre shows, which will be continuing on Sunday nights (number yet to be determined) - but if you’ve got something you think would suit our other venues, please submit that too.

I’ve attached a show submission form - please fill in and return by 1 December.

Even if you haven’t completely formed the idea, please give me a rough outline.

I really appreciate your enthusiasm and creative genius. ;)

Thanks, Natalie.

BAT Show Submission form 2010

natalie@impromafia.com

Albion Show

Details for the Albion Show have changed slightly....

Start time: 8:00pm
Call time: 7:30pm
Location: Albion Comedy Bar, 281 Sandgate Rd, Albion
It is across the road (kinda) from the Albion hotel. It is upstairs
from a dodgy indian resturant and a sushi bar.

Uniform for the night is: Neat Casual.

If you are unable to make a date, e-mail us a contact@impromafia.com.

For last minute issues (i.e. that day) call Al on 0407 515 530.