Mile End Improv

Mile End Improv est. 2020 Mile End Improv is home to Theatre VME Théâtre VME is located in the Variations Mile End Studios at 5337 St. Laurent in Montreal, Quebec.

Variations Mile End is a dance and performance school offering dance, improv and acting classes for kids and adults aged 2 and up. Please visit http://www.katherinevariationsdance.com for info on classes.

CLASS DISMISSED!That’s a wrap for the summer semester and The Sub. Packed crowd and packed minds with important learnin...
08/29/2026

CLASS DISMISSED!

That’s a wrap for the summer semester and The Sub. Packed crowd and packed minds with important learning lessons.

Have a great summer, kids!

A brand new show hits VME for three nights only, ‘ELEPHANT’ featuring Olivia Peet, Brent Skagford, David Kaufman, Monika...
08/18/2026

A brand new show hits VME for three nights only, ‘ELEPHANT’ featuring Olivia Peet, Brent Skagford, David Kaufman, Monika Schneider, and the one and only James McGee!

Only at VME!

ONLINE - TUESDAYS 6:30PM-9:30PM EST 6 WEEKS / ADULTS 18+ / SEPT 15 - OCT 20Mile End Improv and Theatre VME present come...
08/15/2026

ONLINE - TUESDAYS 6:30PM-9:30PM EST
6 WEEKS / ADULTS 18+ / SEPT 15 - OCT 20

Mile End Improv and Theatre VME present comedian, writer and producer, Rich Talarico's 6-Week Online Sketch & Comedy Writers Room Class

Peabody Award winning and 4-time Emmy nominated writer and producer, Rich shares insights from working years in late night TV (SNL, MADtv, Key & Peele, The Tonight Show) and from his experiences having co-written five resident company shows for The Second City in Chicago. Students will learn joke structures, blackouts, runners, desk pieces, brainstorming and pitching techniques, a variety of comedy devices and sketch types (Character Pieces, Satire/Parody, Slice of Life Scenes, Scenes From Real Life Experience), as well as sketch formatting and screenplay software will be introduced.

Link in bio / visit our website to register!

ELEPHANT / FRIDAY AUGUST 21 / 8:30PMELEPHANT is a brand new hour of improvised comedy featuring Monika Schneider, Dave K...
08/10/2026

ELEPHANT / FRIDAY AUGUST 21 / 8:30PM

ELEPHANT is a brand new hour of improvised comedy featuring Monika Schneider, Dave Kaufman, James McGee, Olivia Peet and Brent Skagford.

This thing is huge. Seriously, it's massive. You can't miss it. It's an elephant. It's TOO BIG to ignore.

There's no point in pretending it's not there, because it is. Where is there? Theatre VME in the Mile End. When? Friday August 21 at 8:30pm.

ELEPHANT. E L E P H A N T. ELEPHANT!!!!!!!!

🚨ALERT NEW CLASS: FOUNDATIONS 🚨 WEDNESDAYS / SEPTEMBER 9 - 30 w/James McGeeFOUNDATIONS: Improv From The Ground Up Intere...
08/10/2026

🚨ALERT NEW CLASS: FOUNDATIONS 🚨

WEDNESDAYS / SEPTEMBER 9 - 30 w/James McGee
FOUNDATIONS: Improv From The Ground Up

Interested in performance? Comedy? Flying by the seat of your pants, without the pressure of having to remember lines? Okay, it's settled: you're DESTINED to learn improv. In this four week beginner's course and with the guidance and encouragement of our tenured instructors, we'll focus on the core fundamentals that bring improv to life, in a dynamic way. Whether your goal is to get on stage, challenge yourself or try something new because you just moved here from a small town in Alberta, we've got you covered.

PREREQUISITES: None! Additionally, if you have participated in a handful of our Weekly Workshop offerings, this is an ideal place to learn the core values. Perfect for people trying improv for the first time, or close to the first time.

ABOUT THE TEACHER:
James McGee is a Montreal-based actor, performer and instructor.

As a teacher, James has been leading improv classes for beginners since 2013 and has led workshops and team building events for a variety of performance schools, organizations and community groups since 2013, which include Coca-Cola, Pfizer, Canada Life, David's Tea, Joseph Ribkoff, among others.

He has also worked with academic institutions throughout Montreal, namely McGill University and Concordia University.

As a performer, James has appeared in a number of festivals, most notably OFF-JFL, Montreal Sketchfest, SOLOS Festival, POP! Montreal and the Montreal Fringe Festival, where he was the recipient of two awards in 2018.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN HURRY THIS WILL SELL QUICK!
LINK IN BIO

When one of Northbridge High School’s most esteemed professors is suddenly sidelined by a medical emergency, career subs...
08/03/2026

When one of Northbridge High School’s most esteemed professors is suddenly sidelined by a medical emergency, career substitute loser Dimitri Kyres marches into the lecture hall determined to deliver the greatest impromptu class the school has ever seen and finally prove that this low‑confidence, on‑call would‑be professor deserves the permanent position he’s been chasing for so, so long.
One man. One chalkboard. One shot at academic glory.

Written and Performed by: Dimitri Kyres
Directed by: James McGee
Poster: Brent Skagford

August 28th @ 8:30pm
12$
Tickets on our website/Eventbrite
Mile End Improv 5337 Boul. St-Laurent, H2T 1S5

SATURDAY JULY 18th / 5:00pm-6:00pm AND 8:00pm-9:00pmIn collaboration with local video/performance collective 'iWant2BeOn...
07/14/2026

SATURDAY JULY 18th / 5:00pm-6:00pm AND 8:00pm-9:00pm

In collaboration with local video/performance collective 'iWant2BeOnTV,' The Big M Show bring's you its very own 'Satanic Beach Party,' a livestream concert broadcasted straight from hell! co-presented by CJLO and sponsored by Pizza Bouquet!

The Big M Show’ is an hour-long theatrical special featuring all new music from local singer-songwriter Marlaena Moore. Over the course of 2026, ‘The Big M Show’ will be presented as a series of shows at Theatre VME, each with their own unique theme including dazzling set design and costumes, (perhaps some special guests will be stopping by as well?) ‘The Big M Show promises a fresh take on old school entertainment. Your very own broadway diva at a discount rate.

TICKETS $20

OHHHH BIG NEWS! SUMMER CHARACTER INTENSIVE W/ANDY ASSAF / AUGUST 16 + 17 / $150+ TAXCreate, write, and perform original ...
07/13/2026

OHHHH BIG NEWS! SUMMER CHARACTER INTENSIVE W/ANDY ASSAF / AUGUST 16 + 17 / $150+ TAX

Create, write, and perform original comedy characters!

Across two 4-hour workshops (August 16 + 17), Andy will teach the improv and sketch-writing techniques he uses to quickly generate memorable solo character ideas, sharpen them into strong comedic pieces, and get them ready for the stage.

This class is designed for performers who want to generate ideas more freely, strengthen their joke writing, and bring characters to life in improv scenes without getting stuck in overthinking. Whether you're building a solo show, creating material for character showcases, or trying character comedy for the first time, you'll leave the weekend with a finished piece and a repeatable creative process.

Two 4-hour workshops:
Sunday August 16th from 12-4pm
Monday August 17th from 6-10pm

HOSTING WITH JAMES MCGEE Saturday July 25 / 12PM - 2PMAre you involved in improv and intrigued by the prospect of hostin...
07/04/2026

HOSTING WITH JAMES MCGEE
Saturday July 25 / 12PM - 2PM

Are you involved in improv and intrigued by the prospect of hosting? This one-day, two hour workshop will focus on simple methods, but with an emphasis on fine tuning stage presence, speaking ability, confidence, preparation and how to discover your own unique voice as a host.

James McGee has been hosting and directing improv shows for over ten years, in addition to a variety of other events including sketch, variety, auctions, pro wrestling, corporate functions and more.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE - 10 participants maximum

REQUIREMENTS: Has six months of performing experience.

YOUTH IMPROV / SEPTEMBER 24 - NOVEMBER 12 FALL-WINTER SERIES 2026 / 8 WEEKS + SHOW / THURSDAYS 4:30PM - 6:00PMOur Fall W...
07/01/2026

YOUTH IMPROV / SEPTEMBER 24 - NOVEMBER 12
FALL-WINTER SERIES 2026 / 8 WEEKS + SHOW / THURSDAYS 4:30PM - 6:00PM

Our Fall Winter session is now up on our website!

Specifically designed for children (ages 7-14), these classes use fun, classic exercises, and games that teach kids important skills such as group awareness, character work, emotional representation, and scene work.

Improv classes not only provide a fun and safe environment to express ourselves, but they also teach us to listen and respect the ideas of others so that everyone is included in the fun - which is probably the main reason why this particular art form is growing in popularity. Whether you are looking to perform or just have fun in a supportive setting, improvisation can have a positive impact on our everyday social skills. Learn by laughing, just say "yes and"!

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5337 BoUlica Street Laurent
Montreal, QC
H2T1S5

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+14383906144

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