Impro Melbourne

Impro Melbourne Melbourne's premier improvised theatre company. Impro Melbourne is Melbourne’s most diverse improvisation theatre company.

Formed in 1996 it is now run by Artistic Director Katherine Weaver and General Manager Rik Brown and the Impro Melbourne Committee of Management. Since 1996 Impro Melbourne has produced all forms of improvised theatre from minute-long games and impromptu musicals to Shakespeare-on-the-spot and hour-long fully improvised plays. We currently produce the global impro format Theatresports™, as well as

Keith Johnstone's two other competition formats Maestro™ and Gorilla Theatre™. In 2004 we developed a schools program which has now become a highly acclaimed series of demonstration shows and workshops for primary and secondary students, which is managed by Regional Arts Victoria. Impro Melbourne’s reputation continues to grow as we travel across Australia and overseas. The company has performed and taught in Asia, Europe, South Africa, South America and North America. We continue to share our innovative techniques with the impro world and will never stop searching the globe for inspiration. Our vision is 'A world where every person is inspired by Improvisation"

We can’t wait for Saturday because it SMELLS LIKE A SONG!
22/05/2025

We can’t wait for Saturday because it SMELLS LIKE A SONG!

Jane Austen Improvised is back and this time in a mansion! We are excited to annouce Jane Austen Improvised will be part...
22/05/2025

Jane Austen Improvised is back and this time in a mansion! We are excited to annouce Jane Austen Improvised will be part of Glen Eira City Council - Arts and Culture Storytelling Festival!
Grab your tickets now because they will go quick!

✨ The Glen Eira , celebrates the magic of storytelling in every form.

🎉 In 2025, our 15th festival returns from Saturday 21 June to Saturday 12 July, packed with music, theatre, comedy, puppetry, poetry, author talks, and thought-provoking discussions. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Kick off the festival with us in the heart of Carnegie’s vibrant food scene at our Opening Night:
🗓️ Saturday 21 June
🕓 4pm–6pm
📍 Carnegie Library and Community Centre Forecourt

The evening begins with a Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country by the Boonwurrung Land and Sea Council, followed by warm brews, cozy vibes, and soulful live music.
🎟️ FREE! Bookings not required.
📚Suitable for all ages

Head to our website to check out the jam-packed three weeks of events on offer! https://brnw.ch/21wSKCw

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SCENE WEAVER RETURNS! Feast your eyes on this extremely talented bunch of special guests from the playing with us in th...
21/05/2025

SCENE WEAVER RETURNS! Feast your eyes on this extremely talented bunch of special guests from the playing with us in the opening night performance of Scene Weaver this Saturday night at 9pm! Right after Smells Like a Song! (Double feature tickets available!)

SATURDAY NIGHTS are about to get jam packed at the Impro Melbourne theatre! We have an incredibly fun new rookies show s...
13/05/2025

SATURDAY NIGHTS are about to get jam packed at the Impro Melbourne theatre! We have an incredibly fun new rookies show starting on the 7th of June and our old favourite late night dreamy Scene Weaver starting next Saturday! Get yourself a special double or triple pass when you book to see more than one show!

Thanks for coming out to see our Jail Break Musical last night! Smells like a Song will return in 2 weeks!
11/05/2025

Thanks for coming out to see our Jail Break Musical last night! Smells like a Song will return in 2 weeks!

Only a few spots left for next weekends workshops from our International guest Stacey Hallal! And don't miss out on her ...
10/05/2025

Only a few spots left for next weekends workshops from our International guest Stacey Hallal! And don't miss out on her show Ruby Rocket on Saturday the 17th at the Impro Melbourne theatre!

NEW ROOKIES SHOW! Welcome to a dinner party where anything can happen! Saturday nights at 6pm before Smells Like a Song!...
08/05/2025

NEW ROOKIES SHOW! Welcome to a dinner party where anything can happen! Saturday nights at 6pm before Smells Like a Song! (Ages 15+ recommended)

WEEK 2! What sort of musical mischief will this devilishly talented cast get up to this weekend! Find out at Smells Like...
06/05/2025

WEEK 2! What sort of musical mischief will this devilishly talented cast get up to this weekend! Find out at Smells Like a Song!

Great news! You can now use Afterpay to pay for our courses.It’s a simple way to spread out your payments—just select Af...
05/05/2025

Great news! You can now use Afterpay to pay for our courses.
It’s a simple way to spread out your payments—just select Afterpay at checkout!

All these great classes are starting this week! Sign up now if you haven't already! (link in the comments!) And if you h...
04/05/2025

All these great classes are starting this week! Sign up now if you haven't already! (link in the comments!) And if you have, WELCOME!

Scene Weaver returns! On the 24th of May! Step into the nocturnal realm of Scene Weaver! With every scene, you’ll be tak...
02/05/2025

Scene Weaver returns! On the 24th of May! Step into the nocturnal realm of Scene Weaver! With every scene, you’ll be taken on a journey through heartfelt narratives, hilarious comedy, and unexpected twists

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Impro Melbourne is Melbourne’s longest-running improvisation theatre company. Formed in 1996 it is now run by Artistic Director Katherine Weaver and General Manager Rik Brown and the Impro Melbourne Committee of Management. Since 1996 Impro Melbourne has produced all forms of improvised theatre from minute-long games and impromptu musicals to Shakespeare-on-the-spot and hour-long fully improvised plays. We currently produce the global impro format Theatresports™, as well as Keith Johnstone's two other competition formats Maestro™ and Gorilla Theatre™. In 2004 we developed a schools program which has now become a highly acclaimed series of demonstration shows and workshops for primary and secondary students, which is managed by Regional Arts Victoria. Impro Melbourne’s reputation continues to grow as we travel across Australia and overseas. The company has performed and taught in Asia, Europe, South Africa, South America and North America. We continue to share our innovative techniques with the impro world and will never stop searching the globe for inspiration. Our shows are truly improvised, including the technical side of our shows. Impro Melbourne has the good fortune of working with Production Manager Teddy Lines.