Award-winning improviser Ron Pederson leads a fun and fast session focused on deeper scene work, bolder character choices, and a stronger commitment to physical storytelling. Explore how to build scenes that are grounded, surprising, and actually go somewhere.

For experienced performers looking to go deeper.

Ever been to a show where you feel like there’s been a gas leak? Like why are the performers laughing as hard as we are? Well that’s a Rat Race show! With an improv style that delivers a mix of character, narrative, fuckery and hilarity Rat Race has been making cheeks hurt (both sets) in the Toronto scene for a year now! Don’t miss out, see the set, and follow ‘em out on Instagram at @ratraceimpr…

Get ready for the wildest, most improvised house party you’ve ever been welcomed into because all of Comedy Bar’s house teams are crashing under one roof!

Expect a mash-up of styles, characters, musical madness, sketch silliness, and whatever else our players dream up when the lights go down and the drinks go up.

It’s a party. It’s fun. It’s total chaos.

Whether you’ve got a favourite team or are…

Magic Guys at Work return to Comedy Bar Danforth for another evening of impossible magic, audience interaction, and laugh-out-loud comedy.

Featuring veteran performers Magic Ian and Fish the Magish, this fast-paced show combines razor-sharp wit, mind-bending illusions, and moments that seem suspiciously impossible. No two shows are ever the same, as volunteers become part of the action and the au…

Spend your Friday night right with "THE MATCH"! Watch as dynamic pairs of improvisers team up to create unforgettable scenes on the spot! Quick wit, bold choices, and pure comedy GOLD, this is a match you won't want to miss!

In advance of their upcoming Fringe Festival show, the hilariously unhinged Mirv-"ish" Improv troupe presents: 99 Problems (but the pitch ain't one). Rent is due, your roommate won't do the dishes, and your love life is a certified dumpster fire—but why cry into your cold ramen when you can belt out your existential dread in a soaring multi-part harmony? Join Mirv-"ish&qu…

Unlock the power of solo improv in this 4-hour workshop! Explore character switches, scene dynamics, and world-building—all on your own. Whether you’re a performer or just want to sharpen your creativity, this class will push your limits and expand your skills. No scene partners, no problem—just you and the stage!

Looking for a fun night out the whole family can enjoy together? Join us for our 60-minute Family Improv Drop-In, where kids, parents, grandparents and caregivers of all kinds jump into the fun side-by-side!

Through hilarious improv games, creative challenges, and laugh-out-loud improv activities, you'll play, imagine, and make unforgettable memories together. No experience is needed—just br…

A stand up host is the most powerful person in the room, and most comics have no idea how to do it well.

Great hosts can save a bad show, elevate a good show, and make a great show unforgettable.

This 4 hour in-class workshop is deisnged to teach the essential skills of hosting a stand-up comedy show; from opening a show with confidence to introducing comedians properly, managing the room, the do…

Have you ever made someone laugh and wondered how you did it? Has someone ever said “You should try stand-up comedy” but you don’t know where to begin? Are you an experienced stand-up with writer’s block? Then this workshop is for you!

In this drop-in stand-up comedy workshop, participants will learn the basics of joke structure, how to pull ideas from their own lives and participate in active…

Craft memorable lyrical and melodic hooks on the fly through spontaneous group song collaboration. Start thinking like a songwriter. Build off your instincts and level up your musicianship, no prior music theory training necessary.

Unlock the Secret to Seamless Crowd Command: Join “Crowd Work with Dylan Gott” – A Hands-On Workshop

Are you ready to transform every audience member into your partner in comedy? Whether you’re a budding stand-up looking to break the ice or a seasoned comedian aiming to sharpen your improv instincts, Crowd work with Dylan Gott, will equip you with the tools, confidence, and live-stage practice yo…

Kiran is a stand-up comedian/actor who starred on the NBC/Hulu comedy Sunnyside from Mike Schur and Kal Penn, in addition to other shows like How to Get Away with Murder and Modern Family.  She’s a co-host on Crooked Media’s Hysteria podcast and was a touring stand-up comedian before the pandemic.  As a writer/director, Kiran has made films for HBO and Sundance, been nominated for an Emmy, and sh…

Bring your comedy to life with the power of great tech! In this hands-on 4-hour workshop, you’ll learn how lighting, sound, and simple stage effects can transform improv, sketch, and stand-up performances from flat to unforgettable. Whether you’re a performer or a tech, you’ll discover how to create moods, shape moments, and keep shows running smoothly. From quick improv cues to polished sketch t…

Have you written something creative? Great! Now what?

This workshop explains the basics of submitting your creative fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. Along with a few resources (shared to attendees), I will help dissolve the mystery of getting your writing into journals, magazines, and elsewhere. The workshop will explore the basic intricacies of locating publication venues, writing brief cover le…

WHEN: Sunday, August 23rd from 11:00am - 3:00pm

COST: $100 + Tax

INSTRUCTOR: Ryan Sheedy

LOCATION: Comedy Bar Danforth

If you are looking to learn how to host a great improv jam, make your current jam even MORE fun, or simply to get the most out of your time in student or community jams, then look no further!

Expect to cover these topics:

How to support players while maintaining a fun, safe space…