Improv for Actors
Improvised theatre - scriptless and unrehearsed - can be an art form in itself... especially for comedic TV shows such as 'Thank God You’re Here' and 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'
But that's not all it can be. Improv can also be used in a more traditional acting context - where scripts and rehearsal processes are both in play... and comedy may or may not get a look in!
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In this course you'll learn you some key principles from improvised theatre and how to use them as an actor.
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Improvisation can be a great tool for:
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Strengthening your rehearsal process
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Deepening your character work
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Sharpening your ability to listen to your scene partner
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Building your confidence in performance
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Join this course and get a handle on your improvisational skills - and you'll become a stronger actor!
A great course for those who have completed Perform Australia's 'Acting 101', as well as more experienced actors.
WHEN: 7:30-9:30pm, Thursday nights, April 30 - June 18, 2026​
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WHERE: Perform Australia Studios, 12/38 Reed St North, Greenway ACT
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COST: $380
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Hone your acting skills through improv
In performance, every actor needs to present their scene as if it's happening for the very first time - even if you've been rehearsing it for weeks!
But how do you make it look genuinely fresh and spontaneous?
Improv can help.
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Working from techniques used in professional rehearsal rooms, you will explore spontaneity within structure. This means:
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staying truthful under pressure
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responding authentically to your scene partners
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making bold choices, and
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knowing how to recover when things don't go as planned.
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This course helps actors working in:
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Scripted theatre - in traditional theatrical settings
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Devised work - developing new writing and performances with colleagues
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Auditioning - being directed during the audition and improving your performance
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Ensemble performance - working with a team of actors in stage and screen settings.
About your tutor
Heidi Silberman
Heidi Silberman is an award-winning Canberra based performer, director, writer, and educator.
Her scripted performances include GOD, Henry VI (Part 1 and 2), Blank, The Torrents with Lexi Sekuless Productions, Peter/Wendy and Legacies with Ribix Productions, Demented with Rebus Theatre, As You Like It, Richard III, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Lakespeare, The Penelopiad with Crouching Giraffe Productions, The Good Doctor with Limbo Theatre and Love/Chamberlain with Moral Panic.
Heidi created and directed Lightbulb Improv’s productions of Shakenspeare, Under the Bonnet and Shakespeare: Off the Ruff. She has created, directed and performed in many improvised shows including BrideSQUAD, Shakespeare with
Zombies, Femme Noire, and The Home Front which had successful seasons in Canberra, at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and regionally.
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Heidi has taught drama and improvisation in schools and for Perform Australia previously, as well as Hand to Hand Academy, Rebus Theatre and Impro ACT - and her alter ego, 'Dr Peek-a-boo' connects with children and adults in hospital with Clown Doctors Australia.
Reasons to do this course
1 / Your tutor knows what's she's talking about.
Heidi loves impro and will create a fun atmosphere in which to explore your creativity.
2 / You'll develop new skills to assist you as an actor.
Improvisation skills have application to more traditional acting styles - whether that's being present, improvising through a scene when a line is dropped, or as a tool for exploration during the rehearsal process. So doing impro will help you build your 'performer's muscle'.
3 / You'll meet like-minded individuals.
Meet other actors! This course is a great opportunity to meet others interested in developing as actors.
4 / You'll tap into your creativity.
Improvisation is a great way to unleash your creativity. It's all about quick thinking, generating ideas and responding to the ideas of others. You'll get those creative juices flowing!
5/ You'll develop increased self-confidence.
As you move through this course you'll feel yourself being stretched. Stepping out of your comfort zone, you'll develop an increased sense of confidence in what you can do.
Ready to enrol?
YES, I'D LIKE TO ENROL!
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT IN THIS COURSE
1. I understand that by signing up to this course I am expected to commit to all scheduled classes, rehearsals and performances.
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2. I will notify Perform Australia by phone or email if I am sick or unable to attend a class. I understand I will not be able to attend a class if I am experiencing any signs or symptoms of COVID-19.
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3. I agree to pay all my fees before the course begins, unless arranged otherwise with the Perform Australia office (phone 1300 908 905).
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4. If a tutor is unable to attend a lesson, I understand Perform Australia may provide a substitute teacher.
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5. If, due to unforeseen circumstance the course needs to be postponed, Perform Australia will make every effort to contact me in advance to ask whether I would like a refund, or to transfer my enrolment to a new course date.
6. If I withdraw from the course after it has started, I understand I am not entitled to a refund.
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7. If I enrol into a course, but do not show up to any classes, I am not entitled to a refund.
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8. I understand that if the course is cancelled by Perform Australia, Perform Australia will arrange a refund for me.
To enrol, click 'Enrol Now' below. This will take you to our portal page. Set up your portal (click 'Register') and you will be able to enrol in the class.
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