Join the ranks of incredible Ottawa Improv artists and get your butt on the stage! Introduction to Improv Performance will give you the skills to not only become a top-notch improviser, but also how to do it successfully on stage. Get those hands out of your pockets and project those voices, learn how to form a team and listen to suggestions and most importantly, YES AND!

Learn from award winning director, playwright and designer Patrice Forbes as they share their love and enthusiasm for the greatest forms of theatre, IMPROV!

This is a PWYC workshop where all the proceeds go to enhancing the Jamboree, paying its artists and continuing to keep improv workshops affordable and accessible.

Lead By: Patrice Forbes

Patrice Forbes (They/Them) has so many years experience doing live theatre that they'd prefer not to count them anymore. From designing, performing, writing to technical theatre and production, they've done a little of everything. Improv is a great passion of theirs, as it not only teaches incredible performance and life skills, but it also creates a welcoming space where everyone can find belonging. Patrice has performed with several teams including Outtake Improv, DAMP, Safeword and has guested with so many others. Patrice also coaches, hosts and produces improv in Ottawa!