Synopsis:

‘Stuck in the Middle’ is an energetic and entertaining format which involves one performer being ‘stuck’ on stage for the entirety of the performance, with no option but to go along with every offer, character, scene or genre that is being thrown at them.

It incorporates elements of Long and Short form, with some scenes being short, sharp, stand alone scenes, and others becoming ongoing storylines that recur throughout the performance. The scenes transition around the central performer with no explanation as to what the new scene is. The main cast’s job is to create a range of scenes to stretch, surprise, inspire and showcase the central performer. The central performer’s job is to accept and make bold choices.

This workshop will focus on the skills that help this format fly: following your impulses, supporting your scene partner and the shape of the show, and will help you stretch your narrative and character skills.

Important information:

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.