Impro Classes in Canberra

05/05/2026

Next Week Only!! Book now for May 14, 15, 16, fpr "Instant" -a double bill of very interesting nights of full production spontaneous theatre we're quite proud of at Canberra REP - our city's original proscenium arch theatre! Here's the ticket link: https://canberrarep.org.au/content/book-online-choose-performance?ID=IMP3

It's a double feature, with two completely different examples of what improvised theatre can be, with two casts that know how to give you the best of that!

Act I is an original show format by Nick Byrne previously produced in around 12 countries to date and finally returning to Canberra. It explores the inner worlds of everyone around us, as what drives them through their lives and perfectly normal interactions is really that important thing that is one their mind, remaining unmentioned, (except to you in the audience, of course). You did not think improv could be quite like this one!

Act II gives you exactly what you might have expected from improv, but truly at its best, as the crew from Canberra's most successful Instant Cabaret create a REP Theatre size mega version, full of fun short games and scenes and songs, all instantly created at a level that genuinely impresses, but chiefly leaves you laughing a lot..... which we need right now, don't we!

Three nights only, so book right away, here: https://canberrarep.org.au/content/book-online-choose-performance?ID=IMP3

Please note that where limited seats are available these seats may not be together. WHEELCHAIR SEATS at any advertised venue cannot be booked online. If you require these seats, please call , Wed to Fri 10am - 4pm. Please select your ticket categories carefully. Refunds will not be issued for overpa...

27/04/2026

When? It's time! Start your improv class THIS Tuesday Apr 28 or Thu Apr 30. Details and enrolment here: https://impro.com.au/beginners-courses/

Learn simple and practical games and exercises you'll use every day, on and off stage, to be more in the moment, happier, and much more confident in yourself.

Learn in a warm, welcoming, diverse environment with Impro ACT, in the middle of the city and as part of real community of new friends. The course is designed by an internationally experienced career practitioner and brings genuine benefits, whether you're a performer, or just someone who wants to communicate with others more effectively.

Start THIS Tuesday or Thursday, here: https://impro.com.au/beginners-courses/

COURSES SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS ON THIS PAGE **** Term 1 is booked out for people new to improv, but new courses begin in April.

24/04/2026

Book now for May 14, 15, 16, which will be very interesting nights of full production spontaneous theatre at Canberra REP - our city's original proscenium arch theatre! Here's the ticket link: https://canberrarep.org.au/content/book-online-choose-performance?ID=IMP3

It's a double feature, simply called Instant, with two completely different examples of what improvised theatre can be, with two casts that know how to give you the best of that!

Act I is an original show format by Nick Byrne previously produced in around 12 countries to date and finally returning to Canberra. It explores the inner worlds of everyone around us, as what drives them through their lives and perfectly normal interactions is really that important thing that is one their mind, remaining unmentioned, (except to you in the audience, of course). You did not think improv could be quite like this one!

Act II gives you exactly what you might have expected from improv, but truly at its best, as the crew from Canberra's most successful Instant Cabaret create a REP Theatre size mega version, full of fun short games and scenes and songs, all instantly created at a level that genuinely impresses, but chiefly leaves you laughing a lot..... which we need right now, don't we!

Three nights only, so book right away, here: https://canberrarep.org.au/content/book-online-choose-performance?ID=IMP3

18/04/2026

This Wednesday April 22 @ Smith's Alternative
When can we see the Impro ACT teachers perform, themselves?Can they perform well, themselves? Can they practice what they preach?

Find out, and dare the "Nix" (Nick Fraser and Nick Byrne) to improvise anything you think they might find a challenge! If you want to, you could even dare them to play a scene with you.

If you're one of those Canberrans who has been slightly improv-curious for a while, but never quite took one of the Impro Classes in Canberra, this show is a great chance to check out the teachers and the vibe of the community.

Obviously, they have no idea what the content of the show will be, but with these two, there'll certainly be a few laughs, something inspirational, and no doubt a song or two. Just what a Wednesday night needs.
Tickets:

Wednesday April 22, 7:30pm - 9:30pm | An Improvised theatrical show featuring Impro ACT's two teachers; Nick... and Nick!

14/04/2026

An Improviser's Learning Journal
subscribe here: https://impro.com.au/learning-journal/

Just over two years ago, I began to write down everything I feel I have learned, experienced, conceptualised, or produced, in the field of theatrical stage improvisation, including exercises, orignal show formats, concepts, philosophy, travel anecdotes, teaching tips, inspirations and motivations, everything.

It was originally intended to simply document my involvement, regardless of how many people ever read it, before my genes took me into a zone where I started forgetting stuff. Too late, hah! But not toooooo late, it seems. Today, it's ticked over 287500 words, and is nowhere near complete.

Everyone was putting out a book, post COVID, and a very sensible friend, suggested that because there was so much material, perhaps I'd be better off to follow the lead of the literary greats of the 19th Century, (I think that was a compliment), and just release it as weekly journal entries.

Well, that's worked a treat! Some of my earliest subscribers have over 100 entries, so far, and new folks join regularly. It's super cheap, so I don't think I'll be retiring on this, but hey, if I eventually make it into several books, I don't think that's a retirement plan, either 😉

So, hey, if you'd like to just read a few little bits of my writing, free, without the more detailed and more practical content, you can take a look at the profile page: https://www.facebook.com/an.improviser.s.learning.journal

Or if you'd like to try out a small subscription to get entries in your email that you can keep and compile forever, with loads of practical stuff you can use, you can do that here: https://impro.com.au/learning-journal/

Thanks, so much, to all my existing subscribers. Your positive feedback helps me know it's worthwhile and keeps me writing day after day ❤

An Improvisers' Learning Journal Welcome to An Improviser's Learning Journal :) (a comprehensive improv book by global teacher/director/performer Nick...

12/04/2026

Join now to learn improvisation, starting late THIS month!

Be more spontaneous! Learn to improvise in Canberra now, just for fun, or for personal growth, or to improve every aspect of your public performance more than you'd imagine.

Enrol now to start Tuesday evenings from April 28 or Thursday evenings from April 30..... right in the CBD! (But don't delay - our February classes sold out)

Learn to live in the moment, gaining fun and practical tools for stage and life that you'll use every day, whether you're a performer or just want more confidence socially.

Resolve to be more spontaneous and enrol in the most inspiring set of classes you'll ever join, but they fill quickly, so now is the time 🙂

Improvisation at Impro ACT is heaps of fun, and all in a warm inclusive atmosphere.

This course is led by globetrotting Artistic Director Nick Byrne, who provides world-class training in the art of improvisation, in a way that will seem easy, whether your goal is professional performing arts, personal/professional confidence, socialising, or just the most fun hobby you'll start this year.

Join now here: https://impro.com.au/beginners-courses/

12/04/2026

What to do this afternoon, Sun Apr 12?

Oooh, I know, seasoned magic pro and Impro ACT alumni, Humphrey Cornthwaite's, "They Come to Watch Me Die" - his tribute to Houdini. Super fun. Super affordable. @ Smith's @ 6:00pm. Tickets: https://www.smithsalternative.com/events/they-come-to-watch-me-die-96245?

09/04/2026

Want to try the next improvisation class in Canberra CBD without committing to a whole short course, and right in the middle of the city?

Try Impro ACT's next Impro Autumn Taster, Sunday April 19, from 2:00pm-4:00pm, and then decide without obligation, whether or not to sign-up to our classic short course (with optional start dates in late April), improving your theatre skills, and general happiness.

For the inspiring and fun one-off taster session, book here:

ON THIS PAGE.

05/04/2026

When is it time to start an improvisation class? Join now, to start Tuesday evenings from April 28 or Thursdays from April 30.
Hey Canberra! Master uncertainty and thrive on it, in these uncertain times, have clearly the funnest highlight of each week, and dramatically improve your performance on or off stage with simple, yet inspiring techniques you'll use every single day.

Hey, and if you would like to perform on stage, that opportunity is guaranteed at Impro ACT, (no auditions or elite ensemble to break into), though there's no pressure to perform, if you just want to enjoy the fun, inspirational communications learning, and the most diverse and welcoming environment you'll find anywhere.

Learn to live in the moment, gaining fun and practical tools anyone can master for stage and life, whether you're a performer or just want more confidence socially or to improve work presentations.

They do fill quickly, so now is the time 🙂
Improvisation at Impro ACT is heaps of fun, and all in a warm inclusive atmosphere.

This course is led by globetrotting Artistic Director Nick Byrne and team, who provide world-class training in the art of improvisation, in a way that will seem easy, whether your goal is professional performing arts, personal/professional confidence, socialising, or just the most fun hobby you'll start this year.

Join now here:

COURSES SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS ON THIS PAGE **** Term 1 is booked out for people new to improv, but new courses begin in April.

09/03/2026

Drumroll please...........,
Announcing Improvention for 2026, Dec 7-13. That's right! No need to wait the extra year. We're simply doing a slightly different format on the off years, and you can be part of the very first one in this format.

For the best price and best options, read about it and get in first with a deposit or package or two, here: https://impro.com.au/improvention-packages/

It's Impro INvention, where the main focus is doing intensives of however many days you can come, with a guaranteed resulting mainstage show!

* Choose how many days to come and book a package for a half day workshop with the same group and tutor on each of those days.
* Book a second package for the other half of the days, to have two guaranteed mainstage shows, or use the rest of those days on our increased social, professional networking, summer tourism options.
* Lighter inclusive shows you can also be part of, early in the week, then all mainstage shows that result from the intensives on Friday and Saturday night.
* Additional one-off workshops available on the weekend, so you don't get FOMO about working with someone else, or if you can only come on the weekend.
* Sunday summer party activities to finish off in a truly social way.

*** Be amongst the earliest to book or deposit, to ensure the best price and options on tutors, and merch discounts, etc. Read more and reserve your place early, here: https://impro.com.au/improvention-packages/

04/03/2026

One Night Only by Impro ACT
March 29 @ Smith's Alternative
is 4 super-entertaining, inspiring, and completely different shows that showcase what Impro ACT students have been learning this quarter, and it's super popular, if you are improv-curious or you just want a truly feel-good time to finish-up the weekend, book early - some sessions do sell-out.

Read what each session is and book tickets, here: https://www.smithsalternative.com/.../one-night-only-95774?

Sunday March 29, 5:30pm - 9pm | "One Night Only" Impro ACT student showcase - from 5:30pm, four different improvised theatre shows at $15 per session or $40 for all four sessions; 5:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:20pm, and 8:10pm.5:30pm..