<aside> ✨ In addition to shows, we will be running workshops as part of Defrost Festival for the first time ever – our plan is to begin with a small lineup of top-tier teachers from TIC and interstate, and widen the net once it is clear that those are selling well

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<aside> 💡 Please read the following details and complete the application form at the bottom by Noon on Friday April 19th

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We are now taking applications

We are now accepting applications from improv and sketch comedy teachers to build our schedule of public workshops including:

• Conventional comedy workshops without a performance outcome
  • For instance, teaching your favourite approach to “How to play the Game of the Scene” or “How to generate ideas for sketches”
• Workshops directly tied to casting in a festival performance
  • For instance, teaching a specific improv format that you’ve also pitched to be a part of our Festival performance schedule
  • There is no requirement to cast every workshop participant – please do what you feel is best for your show

You’ll be able to describe which kind of pitch you’re making on your application form.

What we’re looking for

• Teachers who want to participate in something really special
• Workshops that teach new and innovative approaches to improv and sketch, or provide a fresh perspective on more classic styles
• A mix of local talent and out-of-town improvisers coming to teach us their ways
• Instructors with significant experience with the specifics being taught

We want to hear exciting and original concepts, so if you have a few different ideas, don’t hold back – we encourage you to apply as many times as you like!

What you get from us

The opportunity to participate in a one-of-a-kind festival alongside some of Melbourne's best improvisers and sketch comedians

PLUS

• A festival pass which offers discounted drinks, discounted shows, and in some cases free standby entry for select events
• An opportunity to spread knowledge with community full of comedy lovers who are keen to learn, plus (hopefully) a healthy out-of-town student body