Narrative Longform Studio (Term 5-Term 1)

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Class description

Description: Narrative Studio is an introduction to more intensive techniques to improve improvisers’ ability to create undirected narrative longform improvisation. This level will focus on narrative structure and theory, group storytelling, and how to serve the story with rich character choices and deepened relationships between those characters.

Goal: To develop an awareness of narrative structure & improvisation, group storytelling, character, and relationship in order to create undirected narrative longform improvisation. .

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NARRATIVE STUDIO ENSEMBLE

Gavin Williams, Director

Thursdays 6pm-9pm (3 Hours)

Level 1: September 10 - October 22 (7 Weeks)

Level 2: October 29 - December 10 (7 Weeks)

Level 3: January 14 - February 25 (7 Weeks)

$350+HST per term

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Please note all Studio Series classes are by audition. Only register here if you’ve been offered placement. If you would like to audition for a future Narrative Longform Studio, please let us know via this form.

Teachers

Gavin Williams

Gavin Williams is a Toronto-based actor and improviser with a background in both scripted and unscripted performance. Originally from London, Gavin moved to Canada to earn a Theatre degree and study improvisation under renowned mentors Denis Cahill and Keith Johnstone at Calgary’s Loose Moose Theatre. Since 2012, he’s been a fixture in Toronto’s improv scene, teaching at Bad Dog Theatre Company and performing in popular shows like Theatresports, Micetro, and Superscene. Gavin’s teaching reflects the spirit of Johnstone’s improvisation philosophy, focusing on narrative, spontaneity, and mischief. His screen credits include roles in Murdoch Mysteries, Schitt’s Creek, Kim’s Convenience and the upcoming Miniture Wife. Gavin has two TV death scenes under his belt, a piece of trivia he works into every bio he writes.

Bad Dog Studio (392 Spadina Ave)

Bad Dog's Studios are located at 392 Spadina Ave on the 2nd Floor. There are two studios within - Studio 875 & Studio 138. Your welcome email will confirm which room your class will be using. There are also whiteboards by each door to indicate. Venue Accessibility: This class location is on the second floor with 15-20 steps. It is not wheelchair accessible.