Synopsis:

Come and let the language loose!

This workshop focuses on finding the joy in words and uses Spoken Word poetry to help free our minds and our tongues. The ‘Beat Cafe’ format then uses these improvised spoken word poems to inspire characters scenes and stories.

A great chance to stretch some different improv muscles while also flexing some that are already no doubt well defined.

The ‘Beat Cafe’ is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 28th September, at 12.15 pm at the same venue (Rumah #03-01 at the Stamford Arts Centre)

Important information:

Workshop participants may be invited to perform in a related show. 

The related show may feature a smaller cast. Please note that the instructor has the final say on who will be performing.

The workshop will be conducted in English, but all languages are welcome. You are encouraged to create poetry in any language you feel comfortable with, and you can mix and match as you wish.

Requirement: Recommended to have 1 to 3 years of improv performing experience.

About the Teacher - Rik Brown (Australia)

An improviser, actor, and comedian, Rik has been a member of the Melbourne improv scene for the past 25 years. He has taught and performed improvisation throughout Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Singapore, Italy, Germany and The Netherlands. Rik is known for his mischievous style, sharp mind and strong grasp of Character and Narrative. He brings a playful and engaging approach to the art of improvisation.

He has been involved with numerous improvised Melbourne International Comedy and Fringe Festival shows, including Late Nite Impro, Celebrity Theatresports™ , Sondheim Unscripted, Bingo Board of Doom, Impro3Shuffle, Puppy Fight Social Club, Ultimate Board Game Unscripted, Word/Play, Spark!, Soothplayers - Completely Improvised Shakespeare and Spontaneous Broadway.