Let’s set the scene. You’ve just been to see one of our shows. You’re basking in the glow of having seen a life changing theatrical experience and you spy our intrepid performers relaxing, chatting and (likely) enjoying a drink or two. You think to yourself “Wow, they’re even more suave and enchanting up close. I’d love to be able to engage them in meaningful conversation, but gosh, what would I even begin to talk about? “
Read MoreThree nights of Theatresports ask-fors at the Festival gave us some unique insight into the personality of the city.
Read MoreIn September 2024, a team of our intrepid improvisers were lucky enough to travel to and perform at the Singapore Improv Festival. Tara, as one of those plucky performers, gives a rundown of what it was like to represent Improv QLD on the international stage.
Read MoreWe asked some members of Sandbox, Improv Queensland’s experimental and collaborative arm, how Improv has helped them when they’re just being their regular old selves.
Read MoreHow I’ve reacted to reviews of my comedy shows over time - presented here in an effort to illustrate that reviews don’t have to be scary. By Liz Talbot
Read MoreGiven humanity’s ingrained desire to protect our self-worth, it’s may be surprising that Improv, an art form where people are expected to manifest entertainment from scratch without the safety net of a practice run, even exists at all. Perhaps it’s how Improv and improvisers approach the idea of failure that is the key to Improv’s continued success and existence.
Read More“It” being Improv
Read MoreImprov Queensland is proud to offer corporate improv workshops. Recently, two of our teachers, Natalie and Becky, found themselves running a workshop for a large group of Santas-in-training.
Read MoreOur President talks secrets to a great narrative long-form.
Read MoreIn response to a call-out for suggestions, your pals at Improv Queensland think the following television moments are worth watching, for obvious reasons.
Read MoreIn honour of our upcoming show at the Brisbane Powerhouse as part of the Brisbane Comedy Festival, we asked Improv QLD president Wade to tell us about his favourite places to have performed improv.
Read MoreLet’s set the scene: You’ve grown confident in your improv skills, and you’re really kicking goals. Now you’ve been handed a script. You’ve been cast in a sketch, or even a full-length play. Congratulations! You’re very talented.
Here, we unpack the experience of casting improvisers in scripted work.
Read MoreHonestly, I wasn't sure what to expect. I’d seen Whose Line, and Theatresports on the ABC in the 80s and I’d done some impro as part of high school Drama taught by a frustrated Kenneth Brannagh type. I didn’t really have high hopes.
Read MoreHere, presented in order of increasing intensity, is a list of improv injections that go beyond training and shows.
Read MoreEver wanted to know what it’s like behind the scenes of an improv show? Well wonder no more. We’ve asked the producing team behind Sunday Funday what they think of the show and how much work goes into it.
Read MoreWhat do we call what we do? Improv versus improv?
Read MoreThe cast of one of Improv QLD’s most popular recent shows, ‘Murder at the Bowlo’, traveled to Sydney in 2023 to perform the show at the Sydney Fringe Festival. Did the 1980’s Queensland-set show translate for south-of-the-border audiences? A little too well apparently…
Read MoreThe dust has well and truly settled after Improv Queensland’s 19th Iron Improviser showdown, and a new head* wears the crown and championship belt, carries the sceptre, dons the velvet cape and showcases the mighty trophy.
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