Hi! We are Vancouver’s home for improv and sketch comedy classes led by world-class comedians from many award-winning Canadian groups, including Hip.Bang! and The Sunday Service.

We are committed to delivering outstanding comedy training and making comedy as accessible as possible to folks who are under represented in the Vancouver comedy community. Welcome in!

MAY TO SEPTEMBER COMEDY CLASSES!

Semester 47 is here! These classes run through September 2025, and you can start registering for them Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

This semester is designed to fit your summer! We’ve got weekday-heavy core classes, some very special one-off electives that you don’t want to miss, and treats for every student from beginner to seasoned, from improv to stand up.

Kicking everything off is our very cool collaboration with two of the best improvisers in the world in late June! Dig in, this is going to be a very fun and funny summer!

Highlights of this schedule include:

Weekdays, Weekends, East and West! – We made a special effort to offer classes at a variety of times and in different parts of the city this summer so you can get your yucks in without compromising your trip to lake/ mountain/ summer cave.
Comedians-In-Residence Inbal Lori and Lee White – Inbal Lori and Lee White would be on many people’s lists of the best five improvisers in the world. And they’re coming to Vancouver in June to teach and perform with Blind Tiger Comedy! See their full offerings here.
The Stand Up Clubhouse – By popular demand, a drop-in clubhouse for stand up comedians to stay sharp through the summer without having to make every single night. Keep the cost and commitment manageable while still building skills an connections!
The Kaleidoscope Intensive – We think this might be the most impactful improv elective we’ve ever offered? Think a bespoke improv intensive for advanced improvisers, led by four pros.
Camps for Kids – We remain enthused about the programming we have for youth and teens! Summer camps and fall weekly classes are here!
So. Much. More! – New classes from Kevin, Allie, and Kerri, plus jams, tasters and even more.

Check out the whole list of classes below. Send up a smoke signal, blow up your class chat, and DM your niblings because classes open for registration Wednesday May 14 at high noon PST! Classes do sell out!

IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES*

Intro 1

Tuesdays, May 13 – June 10 – sold out!

Mondays, May 26 – June 23

Sundays, June 1 – July 6

Wednesdays, June 18 – July 23

Saturdays, June 21 – July 26

Sundays, July 13 – August 17

Mondays, July 28 – August 25

Weekdays, August 5 – August 8

Thursdays, August 14 – September 18

Tuesdays, September 2 – September 30

Sundays, September 7 – October 5

Mondays, September 22 – October 20

Intro 2

Thursdays, May 8 – June 5 – sold out!

Tuesdays, July 22 – August 26

Sundays, August 24 – September 21

Mondays, September 8 – October 6

Advanced Scenes 1

Wednesdays, May 14 – June 18

Sundays, July 13 – August 17

Advanced Scenes 2

Sundays, June 1 – July 6

Thursdays, July 10 – August 7

Long Form 1

Thursdays, July 10 – August 28

Long Form 2

Mondays, July 28 – September 22

Long Form 3

Tuesdays, July 29 – September 23

Improv Taster

Thursday, May 29

Monday, July 7

Sunday, August 3

Monday, September 15

The Trans, Non-Binary, Gender Non-Conforming Jam

Monday, May 19

The Free Jam

Wednesday, May 21

IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES FOR TEENS*

The Teen Improv Jam

Thursday, May 22

Thursday, September 11

A Very Good Comedy Camp for Teens

Weekdays, July 28 – August 01

A Very Good Improv Class for Teens

Thursdays, October 02 – December 04

IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES FOR AGES 9-13*

The Improv Jam for Ages 9-13

Tuesday, June 3

Saturday, September 6

A Very Good Comedy Camp for Ages 9-13

Weekdays, July 28 – August 01

A Very Good Improv Class for Ages 9-13

Saturdays, September 20 – November 29

SKETCH COMEDY CLASSES*

Sketch 1

Wednesdays, August 6 – September 24

STAND UP COMEDY CLASSES*

Stand Up 1

Mondays, June 16 – July 21

Sundays, July 13 – August 17

Tuesdays, July 15 – September 16

Mondays, August 11 – September 8

Tuesdays, September 2 – September 30

Stand Up 2

Thursdays, July 17 – September 11

Stand Up 3

Tuesdays, July 15 – September 16

Stand Up Taster

Sunday, August 3

Tuesday, August 19

ELECTIVES & BLOC TEAMS*

Our Comedians-in-Residence program is back in 2025 with our most exciting guests ever: Inbal Lori and Lee White all the way from Berlin. These are two of the absolute best improvisers working in the world. Do not miss the chance to learn from (and see shows featuring) these brilliant comedians!

Extreme Characters with Inbal Lori – Tuesday and Thursday, June 24 & 26

Your 15 Minutes of Fame with Lee White – Tuesday and Thursday, June 24 & 26

TIME with Inbal Lori – Saturday, June 28 – sold out!

Story of a Place with Inbal Lori – Saturday, June 28

Stage Friction with Lee White – Saturday, June 28

You & Your Improv with Lee White – Sunday, June 29

Dark & Uncomfortable Scenes with Inbal Lori – Sunday, June 29

The Power of Silence with Lee White – Sunday, June 29

Our electives are one-off courses that pack your comedy toolkit with specialty skills and topics.

Slow and Good with Kevin Vidal – Saturdays, July 5 – July 26

The Stand Up Clubhouse with Sasha Mark – Saturdays, July 12 – September 20

Agents of Chaos with Kerri Donaldson – Monday, July 14

Details, Details with Allie Entwistle – Monday, July 21

Game of the Game with Kevin Vidal – Saturdays, August 9 – August 30

The Kaleidoscope Intensive with Tom, Della, Amy and Kevin – Weekdays, August 18 – 22

Improv for Anxiety with Syd Campbell – Thursdays, September 4 – October 9

Into the Genre-verse with Syd Campbell – Saturdays, September 6 – September 27

Crowdwork & Hecklers with Toddy – Saturdays, September 6 – October 4

Bloc Teams – we strongly encourage all students to consider forming their own team and working directly with a coach! Click the link to find out more.

*Three more things!

Scholarships are available for every class and level!

Payment, Refunds & Cancellations – a 100% refund is available up to two weeks before your class begins. Within two weeks of the class start, registration is non-refundable and non-transferrable. Payment is accepted only via credit card only.

Gift Cards – give the gift of comedy anytime, anywhere, any class!

About Our Classes

At Blind Tiger Comedy, you’ll learn how to create scenes and shows that audiences love. You’ll study and perform with members of Canadian Comedy Award nominees and winners The Sunday Service and Hip.Bang! as well as the rest of our stacked faculty, and find your voice in one or all of our long form, sketch, or stand up streams.

Our classes prioritize performance opportunities, and senior students may be invited to participate in one of our house teams. While each teacher brings a unique voice and approach to a class’ particular content, the core curriculum of each class will be consistent.

Want to take a class but can’t make the time listed? Join our mailing list at the bottom of this page and you’ll be updated every time we announce new classes. If you have questions, we reply within 48 hours on weekdays. Just email classes@blindtigercomedy.ca.

Please note the deadline for registration for our weekend classes is on the Friday, before the class begins, at 4:00pm.

Repeats Policy

At Blind Tiger, we’re big on making you get the key learning objectives of each level under your fingers before you move on to more challenging levels that may be frustrating if you get to them before you’re comfortable with earlier levels. Each course has explicit goals that our teachers lay out on the first day, and regular feedback including one on one feedback on or shortly after the last day of class. If a student has not consistently demonstrated the skills of that course in the subjective determination of that teacher, a student may be asked to repeat that course.

Here’s the good news: if you are asked to repeat a class, that class is 50% off. We offer this discount to emphasize something very important to us: we want you to learn! Moving too quickly makes for a frustrated, unhappy improvisor which in turn makes it tough to learn and have fun. Also note – repeats are common and students can reasonably expect to be asked to repeat at least one course if not several as they move through our training from Intro through Long Form. Since implementing this policy several years ago, we have noticed a dramatic improvement in the quality of our students in all of the Intro, Long Form and Sketch streams, so trust us: this policy is truly in your best interest.

Attendance Policy

All students are expected to attend their class times. If students miss classes for any reason, that impedes their learning and teachers may ask a student to repeat a class if they miss more than two classes out of an eight-week course, or more than one class of a five-week intensive. Students asked to repeat on the basis of attendance are not eligible for 50% off when they retake that level. Again, this policy is here to help everyone learn, and to build the best class environments possible!

Refunds / Cancellation Policy

All classes are subject to our two week refunds/cancellation policy. Refunds are available in full until two weeks before class starts, at which time they are non-refundable. This is to make it possible for us to support our teachers and venues and cover the respective cancellation costs passed on to us by the (wonderful!) venues we work with.

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Intro to Improv
Long Form Improv
Sketch Comedy
Stand Up Comedy
Bloc Teams
Electives, Tasters & Jams

Intro to Improv Series

INTRO 1 – Welcome to Improv

2-8 weeks. One show. $420.

In this course you’ll be guided confidently into the incredible world of improv. You’ll learn what makes it fun to do and fun to watch. You’ll learn how to be funny without trying to be funny. You’ll build the skills to have fun doing improv scenes, even if that feels scary to read. Your teacher will be a professional, working comedian who is also a seasoned, hilarious teacher.

Heck, you’re going to have a great time. By the time you’re finished with Intro 1, your final showcase will be a breezy walk in a wild fun park.

You will move onto Intro 2 confident making offers, supporting your scene partner, and having fun on stage.

FIVE WEEKS

Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm PST
May 13 – June 10

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Ese Atawo

FIVE WEEKS

Mondays, 6:00-9:30pm PST
May 26 – June 23

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Syd Campbell

FIVE WEEKS

Sundays, 10:30am – 2:00pm PST
June 1 – July 6
*no class June 29

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Devin Mackenzie

FIVE WEEKS

Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm PST
June 18 – July 23*
*no class June 25

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Tom Hill

FIVE WEEKS

Saturdays, 1:00 – 4:30pm PST
June 21 – July 26*
*no class June 28

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Taz VanRassel

FIVE WEEKS

Sundays, 2:00 – 5:30pm
July 13 – August 17*

*no class Aug 3

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Ese Atawo

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Mondays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
July 28 – August 25

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Devin Mackenzie

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

ONE WEEK

Weekdays, 1:00 – 5:00pm
August 5 – August 8

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Kevin Vidal

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
August 14 – September 18*

*no class Sept 11

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Devin Mackenzie

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
September 2 – September 30

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Amy Shostak

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Sundays, 3:00 – 6:30pm
September 7 – October 5

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Syd Campbell

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Mondays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
September 22 – October 20

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Intro 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Devin Mackenzie

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

INTRO 2 – Let’s Make This Interesting

5-8 weeks. Two shows. $420.

In this course you will explore the keys to making an improv show and improv scene compelling to watch. You will learn how to create dynamic characters, leverage your character’s status, and play with sincerity. You’ll learn the importance of variety and commitment in your offers, and the value of letting a scene breath. No better way to practice being dynamic than in front of an audience with two performances!

You will move onto Intro 3 with the ability to create with your scene partner a full, quality scene, and an ability to commit wholeheartedly to your character.

Pre-requisite: Intro 1

FIVE WEEKS

Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm PST
May 8 – June 5

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has two shows, wow! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class starts, typical Intro 2’s have one show on a Wednesday night at the midpoint of their classes and another on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Devin Mackenzie

FIVE WEEKS

Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
July 22 – August 26*

*no class Aug 19

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Allie Entwistle

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Sundays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
August 24 – September 21

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Kevin Vidal

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Mondays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
September 8 – October 6

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Amy Shostak

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

ADVANCED SCENES 1 – Don’t Let the Game Play You

Five or eight weeks. Two shows. $420.

This course pushes your improv into the higher levels of scene work. You will become more comfortable with characters outside yourself, filled with hilarious details and emotion, and begin to work on the wild and delicious world of game. You will learn to host your own shows, tackle all kinds of scenes, and become more confident playing with more improvisors at the same time. In short, this course loads the tool belt and begins to help you wield those tools in a way that will make you feel like you’re good with tools.

Pre-requisite: Intro 2

FIVE WEEKS

Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm PST
May 14 – June 18*
*no class May 21

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has two shows, wow! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class starts, typical Advanced Scenes 1’s have one show on a Wednesday night at the midpoint of their classes and another on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Kerri Donaldson

FIVE WEEKS

Sundays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
July 13 – August 17*

*no class August 3

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has two shows, wow! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class starts, typical Advanced Scenes 1s have one show on a Wednesday night at the midpoint of their classes and another on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Kevin Vidal

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

Advanced Scenes 2 – The Scene

Five or eight weeks. Two shows. $420.

This course seeks to solidify you as a well-rounded, knowledgeable performer, focusing particularly on your group game and group scene skills. You will become comfortable with any suggestion, character choice, or scene style, and can adapt on the fly to the needs of a particular scene. This class also features a significant diagnostic element, where your instructor will identify the areas of scene work you need to improve and help you get there. The focus of this class is you and suiting you up with the the skills and techniques that will best prepare you for the areas of comedy that excite you the most.

You will move onto the advanced streams with the ability to be successful in any scene or show you commit to.

Pre-requisite: Advanced Scenes 1

FIVE WEEKS

Sundays, 2:30 – 6:00pm PST
June 1 – July 6*
*no class June 29

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Devin Mackenzie

FIVE WEEKS

Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
July 10 – August 7

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Ese Atawo

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

The Blind Tiger Comedy Long Form Studio

For many of the BTC faculty, long form improv is the sweet elixir that seduced us into careers in comedy. Once folks are comfortable with all kinds of improvised scenes, long form expands the canvas in some very exciting ways.

As of fall 2024, this program has been the Long Form Studio. Students are required to take Long Form 1 first – you’ll learn the fundamentals of long form while attempting a juicy show structure: the Harold. From there, you can take any of the remaining three classes in any order: Long Form 2, Long Form 3, and Long Form 4.

Oh, and a little note to the curious of mind! Folks who are at least a couple classes into Long Form Studio (but ideally have completed all four) are automatically in consideration for our House Team program. Each summer, our faculty discusses the senior students in our training and invites some new faces to join for the nine month season (October to June). Ask your teachers for more info as you go! Meanwhile, enjoy one of the great joys of live comedy: long form improv!

LONG FORM 1 – The Harold

Five to Eight weeks. Three shows. $420.

In Intro 1 through Advanced Scenes 2, you learn they many joys of swimming while in a nice heated pool. In Long Form, it’s time to swim in the ocean. The canvas is bigger, the things you’ll see and do are wilder, and it is many of the faculty’s first loves. Once you go long, you rarely go back.

In this class, you will study the basic concepts and techniques that make exceptional long form improvisation possible. You will hone the techniques of scene starts, edits, beats, the challenges and opportunities that exist in returning to scenes and the many nuances of group game. You’ll practice these skills on the Harold, a form that offers structure to your newly ocean-bound ensemble.

Long Form 1 is the prerequisite for three other classes, which together make up our Long Form Studio. Once you’ve moved on from this class, you are eligible for Long Form 2, Long Form 3 and Long Form 4 in any order!

Pre-requisite: Advanced Scenes 2

EIGHT WEEKS

Thursdays, 7:00pm – 9:30pm
July 10 – August 28

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has three shows!? While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class starts, typical Long Form 1s have two shows on Wednesday nights at the midpoint of their classes and another on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Kevin Vidal

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

LONG FORM 2 – Wild Wild Long Form

Eight weeks. Three shows. $420.

In this class, you will push your long form skills into performance-ready formats. While continuing to work on advanced scene work and your confidence within a large ensemble, you will explore some of the most exciting long forms out there: Tap Out, Cut To and the Armando. You’ll think more about your influence on show shape, the role of patience and initiative in creating the show arcs you and your classmates are excited about, and soaking it all in delightful games.

Long Form 2 is one part of the Long Form Studio. Once Long Form 1 has been completed, these courses (Long Form 2-4) can be taken in any order!

Pre-requisite: Long Form 1

EIGHT WEEKS

Mondays, 6:30 – 9:00pm
July 28 – September 22*

*no class August 4

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has three shows!? While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class starts, typical Long Form 2s have two shows on Wednesday nights at the midpoint of their classes and another on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Taz VanRassel

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

LONG FORM 3 – The Organic Harold

Eight weeks. Three shows. $420.

In this class, you will learn to peel back all structure and dive into the blank canvas of the organic Harold, or open jam. You’ll tear into the advanced techniques of long forms: transformations, advanced edits, and high level concepts like game of the form. You’ll practice committing to structures, games, and patterns that emerge from the suggestion and the scene work, without any preconceived plan.

Long Form 3 is one part of the Long Form Studio. Once Long Form 1 has been completed, these courses (Long Form 2-4) can be taken in any order!

Pre-requisite: Long Form 1

EIGHT WEEKS

Tuesdays, 7:00 – 9:30pm
July 29 – September 23

*no class Sept 9

Location: Carousel Studios

Show:
This class has three shows!? While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class starts, typical Long Form 3s have two shows on Wednesday nights at the midpoint of their classes and another on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Devin Mackenzie

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

LONG FORM 4 – Mono Scene

8 weeks. 3 shows. $420.

The mono scene is one of the coolest, simplest, and most difficult long forms: one scene that lasts 15, 20, even 60 minutes. In this class you will explore the skills needed to get the best out of this format – patience, detail, strong committed characters and a willingness to continue developing new ideas late in a scene. You will work on connecting closely as an ensemble, and will be directed to challenge yourself as an improvisor while staying entwined with the group.

Long Form 4 is one part of the Long Form Studio. Once Long Form 1 has been completed, these courses (Long Form 2-4) can be taken in any order!

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

Improv for Autistic Folks

We are thrilled to offer improv classes for autistic folks! We have been collaborating and training with the wonderful people at Canucks Autism Network are very excited to offer equivalents to our Intro 1 class for autistic teens and adults respectively starting fall 2022!

This is a pilot program we hope to continue with Intro 2 and higher levels in the semesters to come. We welcome feedback on this and all our programming via classes@blindtigercomedy.ca!

Improv for Autistic Folks with Allie Entwistle

Four Weeks. 8 Hours. One Show. $160.

This class will focus on exploring the joy of improv with games and exercises that focus on fun, collaboration and comedy.

Each week, your teacher will pick a different topic to focus on from the world of improv and lead you through a very fun session that is appropriate for folks who have no improv training AND those who have tried it before.

This intro to improv class is designed for Autistic folks who are 16 years or older. It is best suited to participants who like to learn and engage in a group setting and who can remain on task with limited support. Participants must be able to use the bathroom independently. This class is offered as part of an exciting partnership between Blind Tiger Comedy and Canucks Autism Network (CAN), and CAN support workers will be on hand for each class.

A note on registering for this class! We know getting signed up for a program like this can be tricky, so here’s what we suggest:

Send us an email at classes@blindtigercomedy.ca to let us know you’re interested.
We will email you a link to pay for the class, and some forms to fill out.
It may be good to have a caregiver support this process.

We are still learning about how best to support folks signing up for classes with us, so we’d be happy to hear about your particular needs when doing registration or in the class itself. Thanks for taking the time to consider joining us!

Pre-requisite: none!

A note about the cost of this class! While the majority of spots in this class are paid, we have made extra scholarship spots available in this class. Please let us know if finances are a barrier to your participation or consider filling out our simple scholarship form.

FOUR WEEKS

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

Improv for Youth and Teens

The Teen Jam – with Allie Entwistle

90 minutes. 100 laughs. $25.

Blind Tiger Comedy is hosting a one day improv taster class for teens! Join the amazing Allie Entwistle for 90 minutes of fun, creativity, and connection in a supportive environment, exclusively for folks who are 13-17 years old.

This jam is open to all levels—whether you’re brand-new to improv or have some experience, this is a welcoming space to play, experiment, and laugh without any pressure. We’ll focus on simple, fun games and scenes to help you build confidence, connect with others, and enjoy learning about improv comedy. There will be a lot of laughs!

Note that if cost is a barrier to participation, please reach out to classes@blindtigercomedy.ca — we want to ensure everyone who wishes to can participate!

Each registration also gets a free ticket to any Blind Tiger Comedy student showcase. Come have a great time and see the great times you can have if you take a full class leading to a showcase! See the full show schedule here.

No experience necessary!

Thursday, May 22, 4:30 – 6:00pm PST

Location: Carousel Theatre Studios

Instructor: Allie Entwistle

A Very Good Comedy Camp for Teens – with Allie Entwistle

One week. Five Classes. One show. $325.

“With improv, it’s a combination of listening and not trying to be funny. “- KRISTEN WIIG

This course for 13 to 17 year olds is the comedy camp the entire Blind Tiger Comedy faculty wishes we’d had when we were growing up. Led by pro comedian and teen educator Allie Entwistle (Co-Director of Improv Camp, former BrainBoost teacher), this course will offer deep dives into the skills and delights of improvising comedy.

Each day, the group will learn the skills and techniques of comedy-first improv, moving from the fundamentals to more advanced concepts as the week progresses, from how to make great offers to how to gracefully edit from one scene to another.

This camp is a glorious collaboration between Blind Tiger Comedy and the incredible team at Carousel Theatre for Young People! Hop into this camp and then check out their full season of programming for young folks!

Students do not need to have comedy experience to take this class, and those that do have experience will have plenty to enjoy as well. If you have questions or comments about this (or any!) class feel free to reach out to classes@blindtigercomedy.ca – we’ll get right back to you.

ONE WEEK

Weekdays, 1:00 – 4:00pm PST
July 28 – August 1

Location: Carousel Theatre Studios

Instructor: Allie Entwistle

A Very Good Improv Class for Teens – Welcome to Improv – with Allie Entwistle

Ten weeks. 20 hours. One show. $435.

In this course for students between the ages of 13 and 17, you will learn the basics to dive confidently into the world of improv. You’ll learn what makes it fun to do, and fun to watch. You’ll learn how to be funny without trying to be funny. Your teacher Allie is a professional comedian who is also a seasoned, hilarious teacher.

This class will focus on long form improv – which is simply a series of scenes strung together to make a longer set. This makes it a more advanced class than our typical teen improv classes (and really fun as well).

The skills you’ll get into in this class are skills that make you a better communicator, a more versatile performer and artist, and funny. Heck, you’re going to have a great time. By the time you hit the stage, your final showcase will be a breezy walk in a wild fun park.

This class is best for students who have done some improv or performing before! If you’re not sure feel free to be in touch with us via classes@blindtigercomedy.ca

TEN WEEKS

Thursdays, 4:30-6:30pm PST
October 2 – December 4

Location: Carousel Theatre Studios

Instructor: Allie Entwistle

The Youth Improv Jam – with Syd Campbell

90 minutes. 100 laughs. $25.

Note that if cost is a barrier to participation, please reach out to classes@blindtigercomedy.ca — we want to ensure everyone who wishes to can participate!

No experience necessary!

Tuesday, June 3, 4:30 – 6:00pm PST

Location: Carousel Theatre Studios

Instructor: Syd Campbell

A Very Good Comedy Camp for Ages 9 – 13 – with Syd Campbell

One week. Five classes. One show. $325.

This comedy camp is the perfect place to start for kids aged 9-13 who are interested in improv, comedy, and having fun on stage! Each week, the group will learn how to play fun characters, listen to each other’s offers and create fun scenes together. Students will practice their performance skills and be encouraged to riff, laugh and be silly throughout.

This is a great class for students who are comfortable on stage or still getting used to expressing themselves. Everyone will feel very welcomed and supported in this course by one of Blind Tiger Comedy’s most experienced youth teachers, Syd Campbell.

The course will primarily focus on improv and theatre games, but participants will dip their toes into sketch comedy and writing. The course will wrap up with a short, fun improv show supported by Syd. Fun guaranteed!

ONE WEEK

Weekdays, 9:00am – 12:00pm PST
July 28 – August 1

Location: Carousel Theatre Studios

Instructor: Syd Campbell

A Very Good Improv Class for Ages 9 – 13 – Welcome to Improv! – with Syd Campbell

Ten weeks. 15 hours. One show. $325.

This comedy course is the perfect place to start for kids aged 9-13 who are interested in improv, comedy, and having fun on stage! Each week, the group will learn how to play fun characters, listen to each other’s offers and create fun scenes together. Students will practice their performance skills and be encouraged to riff, laugh and be silly throughout.

TEN WEEKS

Saturdays, 10:00am – 11:30am PST
September 20 – November 29*
no class Oct 11

Location: Carousel Theatre Studios

Instructor: Syd Campbell

Sketch Comedy

We are extremely proud of sketch comedy curriculums, which were developed by Blind Tiger Comedy founders Devin Mackenzie, Caitlin Howden and Tom Hill. Each class focuses on a distinct set of skills that support your development as a comedy writer, and all centre on the notion of honing your ability to identify, refine and celebrate what you personally find funny.

SKETCH 1 – The Seed

Eight weeks. One show. $420.

This course focuses on developing both your voice as a sketch comedian and good writing habits. By examining existing sketches from the past and present, you will be introduced to a well of resources. You will learn the importance of positive brainstorming, discovering premise ideas from everyday life, and the value of a structured development process from page to stage. Note that Blind Tiger sketch classes, like sketch comedy itself, are homework intensive: there will be work assigned outside class time every week.

You will move onto Sketch 2 with the ability to lay the groundwork of a sketch, and a strong understanding of the relationship between the page and stage.

Pre-requisite (updated for 2025!): No experience required! Improv or other performing experience can be a boost for folks trying sketch for the first time, everyone including brand new beginners will have a great time in this class! Email classes@blindtigercomedy.ca if you have questions!

EIGHT WEEKS

Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:00pm
August 06 – September 24

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Sketch 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class. In this case, it’s more likely your show will be the week after your final class!

Instructor: Kerri Donaldson

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

Sketch 2 – Full On Sketch

Eight weeks. One show. $420.

This class is focused on your ability to turn a good idea into a great sketch, and begins to develop techniques for presenting a cohesive sketch set. Develop the ability to find the best characters for a given premise, and to highlight distinct voices within your scripts. Become skilled at producing material and not be afraid of the blank page.

Blind Tiger sketch classes, like sketch comedy itself, are homework intensive: in Sketch 2 you will be expected to write a sketch a week. This in turn will help you develop your portfolio and give you a greater understanding of what your unique style and voice is.

You will move onto Sketch 3 with a strong portfolio, an ability to write a wide variety of characters and types of sketches, and an understanding of more advanced ways to combine and interweave sketches within a single set.

Pre-requisite: Sketch 1

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

Sketch 3 – Versatility

Eight weeks. One show. $420.

This course will expand your range as a sketch writer. You and your classmates will study and try a wide range of sketch types including audience manipulation, solo, and patience sketches. Every week you will immerse yourself in a different style, and come out wiser, funnier, and more versatile.

Blind Tiger sketch classes, like sketch comedy itself, are homework intensive: in Sketch 3 you will be writing extensively in each week, only some of which will be presented in class shows.

Pre-requisite: Sketch 2

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

Sketch 4 – Senior Project

Ten weeks. One big show and several trials. $470.

In this class, you will lead the creation of a 15-25 minute live comedy project. The project is yours to define: a 15-minute solo show, a 20-person comedy play featuring everyone you’ve ever met, a short, tight sketch show on a theme, a part-video, part-dance show, or just a single epic patience sketch. You may use some, all, or none of your classmates, but the class will remain a valuable bounce board, rehearsal opportunity, and development outlet throughout.

From an early stage, you will be honing and pitching your project in class in a pitch style that will work the muscles similar to those in professional comedy development. Shows mid-semester will provide a chance to stage test the work you are developing, before final performances at the end of the semester in a special show or shows.

Previous Sketch 4 final showcases have been haunted walking tours, full-scale weddings and restaurants, calamatus one-person shows and barn-burner audience participation experiments. Sketch 4 graduates have gone on to sold out Fringe runs, Second City Touring Co, and several have become Blind Tiger faculty!

Some notes:

As with all sketch classes, Sketch 4 students will be expected to put in substantial time in outside class time. Only polished final shows will be performed.
Students who complete this class may be selected to be a part of a Blind Tiger Comedy sketch comedy house team.
This class is rarely offered! If you’re on the fence, hop off and have a very cool experience!
If you have questions about this class, don’t be a stranger! Email Artistic Director Tom Hill (tom [at] blindtigercomedy.ca), he’ll do his best to offer clarity/hype

Pre-requisite: Sketch 3

10-WEEKS

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

Stand Up Comedy Classes

We are proud to offer stand up comedy classes to all levels of students. Our program approaches stand up comedy focused on what makes you laugh, while also seeking to train comedians who recognize, celebrate and respect the many voices that have been underrepresented on stand up stages for many years.

STAND UP 1 – Welcome to Stand Up

Five or eight weeks. One show. $420.

This course is an entry level class focused on learning the basics of comedy writing to help you dive confidently into the world of stand up comedy. You will learn the tools to help you crush your first stand up set, learning joke writing structures, comedy writing practices, building that stage confidence, exploring your comedic voice and learning the ins and the outs of the trade. This is the class for you, if you just want to step out of your comfort and try stand up with us! After extensive classroom time you and your classmates will take it to the stage with for a glorious first show supported by your teacher!

At the end of Stand Up 1, you will be all geared up for Stand Up 2 where you will learn to develop stronger punchlines, learn how to transition into each joke, honing your comedic voice and give you the tools to help you to do a booked show.

Pre-requisite: none!

FIVE WEEKS

Mondays, 6:00 – 9:30pm PST
June 16 – July 21*
*no class June 30

Location: China Cloud Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Stand Up 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Sasha Mark

FIVE WEEKS

Sundays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
July 13 – August 17*

*no class Aug 3

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Stand Up 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Sasha Mark

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

EIGHT WEEKS

Tuesdays, 4:30 – 7:00pm
July 15 – September 16*

*no class August 12 or 19

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Stand Up 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Toddy

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Mondays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
August 11 – September 8

Location: China Cloud Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Stand Up 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Sasha Mark

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

FIVE WEEKS

Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:30pm
September 2 – 30

Location: China Cloud Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Stand Up 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Sasha Mark

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

STAND UP 2 – Game, Set, Match

Five or eight weeks. One show. $420.

This course is all about punching up your jokes and developing stronger comedic choices to deliver a class act stand up set. You will learn the techniques to take your comedy to the next level, working with more advanced joke writing structures/setups, the importance of body and stage movement, and developing that sweet sweet comedic voice of yours.

This class will prepare you for Stand Up 3, where you will push your writing and performance capabilities to the maximum. In this class you will explore many different aspects of writing comedy while also exploring the potential of your comedic voice.

Pre-requisite: Stand Up 1 or equivalent experience in another stand up comedy class.

EIGHT WEEKS

Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:00pm
July 17 – September 11*

*no class August 14

Location: China Cloud Studios

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Stand Up 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Toddy

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

STAND UP 3 – The Showcase

Eight weeks. One show. One tape (!). $445.

Stand Up 3 is a special class, with students working towards a statement showcase set that is filmed for you as part of the class. The goal of these sets will be to prepare and capture festival-calibre material that can be submitted to bookers.

You can expect to work on the next-level skills that make outstanding stand up videos pop. Short, effective openers. Call backs. Closers. The detailed rewriting and reps that it takes to get sets polished and pearly. You will also dig into the world of producing your own shows and all the skills that support that beautiful side of comedy.

Final sets will be filmed with nice sound and provided to each student. You will move on from this class with the quality video of your work that you need to make moves in the comedy scene as well as leveled up skills and learning.

Pre-requisite: Stand Up 2.

EIGHT WEEKS

Tuesdays, 7:30 – 10:00pm
July 15 – September 16*

*no class August 12 or 19

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Show:
This class has one show! While we can’t guarantee show schedules before your class begins, typical Stand Up 1 shows are on the Wednesday night before their final class.

Instructor: Toddy

This class will open for registration on Wednesday, May 14 at high noon PST!

Comedy Drop-Ins & Electives

Blind Tiger Comedy offers a rotating list of electives, drop-ins and other specialty classes that will enable students to focus on hyper-specific skills, and or focus on new creative philosophies.

Solo Sketch with Allie Entwistle

Four classes. One show. $210.

Solo sketch comedy is a) amazing and b) a vital skill for those looking to expand the range of their comedy writing. Having your own solo sketches gives you fuel to audition for funny things, to appear on a bunch of different shows than you can with group scenes, and empowers you to focus on the strengths of your own comedic voice.

In this class, you will focus on creating solo pieces, generating both premise and character-based sketches. You and your classmates will throw down an amazing showcase of solo characters. This is a great place to start if you’re curious to explore sketch comedy, or refine one of the most important skills within it!

This class is open to anyone who has completed Intro 2 or higher, or who has equivalent experience (email us if you’re unsure!).

Pre reqs: This class is open to anyone who has completed Intro 2 or higher, or who has equivalent experience (email us if you’re unsure!).

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

The Trans, Non-Binary and Gender Non-Conforming Jam with Syd Campbell

1.5 hours. $12.

Blind Tiger Comedy is hosting a $12 improv jam for folks who identify as trans, non-binary or gender non-conforming. You will be led by the amazing Syd Campbell, a fellow gender diverse queer, through 90 minutes of sweet, loose scenes, and games, all while meeting some very cool people.

We’ll focus on simple, fun games and scenes to help you build confidence, connect with others, and enjoy learning about improv comedy. There will be a lot of laughs!

This jam is open to beginners. We’ll be improvising, chatting about comedy, connecting in community and having a great time in a fun and welcoming environment.

Please note this drop-in improv jam is reserved for folks who identify as trans, non-binary or gender non-conforming. If you plan to join, please grab a ticket through Eventbrite. You do not have to be a student or former student to join! Blind Tiger students and non-Blind Tiger students are all welcome. Note that if cost is a barrier to participation, please reach out to classes@blindtigercomedy.ca — we want to ensure everyone who wishes to can participate!

Monday, 7:00 – 8:30pm PST
May 19

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Syd Campbell

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

The Free Jam with Tom Hill

1.5 hours. Free.

Welcome to the free jam! Come on down and do some improv. We’re going to get into scenes, games, and the fun connections that bubble up in improv in a welcoming and supportive environment.

This jam is open to all levels—whether you’re brand-new to improv or have experience and want to get some light reps, this is a chance to play, experiment, and meet others in a relaxed setting. No prior experience required, just bring your energy, creativity, and willingness to have fun!

Please note, this event is free and open to everyone! To reserve your spot, please grab a ticket through Eventbrite. Whether you’re a current Blind Tiger student or new to the community, we’d love to have you join us for a fun and low-pressure evening of improv!

Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:30pm PST
May 21

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Tom Hill

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Our 2025 Comedians-in-Residence, Inbal Lori & Lee White

We are thrilled to be bringing two of the very best improvisers in the world to Vancouver in June 2025. It is well worth your time to make special arrangements to check out the shows and classes from these two special players and teachers, who are offering courses for all experience levels over a week in town.

Extreme Characters with Inbal Lori

Two classes. Seven hours. $170.

Thoughts from BTC: in this workshop, from 2025 Comedian-in-Residence Inbal Lori, you’ll dig into one of the skills that set Inbal apart from even the most accomplished improvisers in the world: character work. Over two nights, you will dig into Inbal’s deep well of knowledge and find techniques that will empower your play no matter where you are in your improv journey.

On to Inbal’s description:

Have you ever wondered why most of us play “normal” or “neutral” characters most of the time? Do you have the urge to play characters which are bigger than life and /or are very different from you? Are you struggling with playing this kind of character in a believable way?

From my experience, when improvisers make the choice of playing an extreme character on stage, two main things happen:

a) they struggle between playing that character consistently and believably while keeping the scene going; or
b) the scene will usually evolve around them and how “extreme” they are. This is why in this session I would like you to develop the ability to play those characters in a believable and focused way AND use these characters to tell beautiful stories in various contexts and situations.

Pre reqs: This class is open to anyone who has completed Intro 1 or at least 15 hours of improv training elsewhere.

Special note: in order to bring Inbal and Lee all the way from Berlin to Vancouver, we need your help! To make these classes happen, we need you to register by April 14th. If we have enough registration in their classes, we will confirm via email that the classes are running and get some fancy flights arranged.

We wouldn’t be making this pitch if it wasn’t worth it: these are some of the best improvisers working and it will be so cool to have them collaborating with us this June!

Tuesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 26
6:00-9:30pm

Location: China Cloud Studios

Instructor: Inbal Lori

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Your 15 Minutes of Fame with Lee White

Seven hours. One show. $125.

Thoughts from BTC: if you’ve ever done a scene with an audience member, you know it is one of the wilder things that you can attempt on a stage. They’re fired up, you’ve never met them, and…the discovery is incredible. Lee famously performs solo with audience members for 15 minutes or more, and in this workshop you will dive into that world before attempting it yourself (possibly with a partner or two) in a Saturday showcase.

On to Lee’s description:

This workshop is for those who want to start working with the audience even more than usual in improv. You may have heard of Lee’s work on stage, performing scenes with audience members in the show “Your 15 Minutes of Fame“. The results can be magical.

Working with the audience can be tricky, dangerous and even frightening. Lee’s approach is simple… they should be the star. Giving everything to support your public partner becomes the best practice for any improvisor. Lee takes you through his philosophy and various scenarios to condition you for entering the world of scenes with audience members. Even if you don’t desire to work with audience members, this workshop is a great workout for any player.

Pre reqs: This is a high level class open to anyone who has completed Advanced Scenes 2 or higher, or who has equivalent experience. We welcome folks who have trained outside of BTC to connect with us to discuss participating in this workshop via classes@blindtigercomedy.ca

We wouldn’t be making this pitch if it wasn’t worth it: these are some of the best improvisers working and it will be so cool to have them collaborating with us this June!

Tuesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 26
6:00-9:30pm

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Lee White

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

TIME with Inbal Lori

3 hours. One show. House teams only.

Improvisation – like any other story telling art – uses the element of time, and does with it a variety of many cool things.

It allows us to jump from one time to another, to be in two different times simultaneously, to slow or fast-forward reality, to jump from the past to the future and much more!

This intensive workshop will take us from being totally present in the moment to time-traveling in an epic way, fast and funny way, with cinematic and theatrical qualities.

Pre reqs: This is for 2024-2025 members of the Blind Tiger Comedy house teams program only. Why did we share it here? Simply put: for hype.

Saturday, June 28
9:00am – 12:00pm

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Inbal Lori

Stage Friction with Lee White

Five hours. $125.

Thoughts from BTC: problems and fighting on stage can be tiresome or…electric. Finding the right balance can be the difference between a scene losing an audience or taking your show to an amazing level. Lee is a master of that balance and this workshop is such a great chance to explore conflict as a positive, creative force in improv.

On to Lee’s description:

Students are taught to avoid conflict but there is a way to use it to your advantage in stories and character building. Every story needs some conflict, right?

This workshop is focused on characters with conflict, how to play conflict with your scene partners and how to use conflict in character building. Students learn how to start scenes with conflict and how to avoid the tiresome arguments conflict often brings. Don’t avoid conflict – make conflict a skill to use!

Pre reqs: This class is open to anyone who has completed Intro 1 or at least 15 hours of improv training elsewhere.

We wouldn’t be making this pitch if it wasn’t worth it: these are some of the best improvisers working and it will be so cool to have them collaborating with us this June!

Saturday, June 28
11:00am – 4:00pm

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Lee White

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Story of a Place with Inbal Lori

4.5 hours. One show. $125.

Thoughts from BTC: in this workshop, from 2025 Comedian-in-Residence Inbal Lori, you’ll work towards one of Inbal’s signature show formats, Story of a Place. Then that same night you’ll perform the show with your newfound ensemble. Um, sounds exciting.

On to Inbal’s description:

The format is an improvised play of an imaginary place inspired by the audience.
After taking some specific inputs from the audience members the story of the place unravels. from one scene to the other we discover the relationships. power dynamics, fears, dreams and challenges of the inhabitants of Blank. The public is invited to a one of a kind peek of a place that tells the story of humans and humanity.

The workshop of the format focuses on the following techniques:

– working with a story arch of a character
– working with the dramatic story arch of the place
– following a narrative by taking specific, focused actions

We will work on specific skills that support this show:

– performance honesty and commitment
– finding and following tone, rhythm and energy but also breaking them when needed • transitions and editing
– ensemble work

Pre-reqs: This is a high level class open to anyone who has completed Advanced Scenes 2 or higher, or who has equivalent experience, particularly with unique or devised show formats. We welcome folks who have trained outside of BTC to connect with us to discuss participating in this workshop via classes@blindtigercomedy.ca

We wouldn’t be making this pitch if it wasn’t worth it: these are some of the best improvisers working and it will be so cool to have them collaborating with us this June!

Saturday, June 28
1:00 – 5:30pm

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Inbal Lori

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

You and Your Improv with Lee White

Five hours. $125.

Thoughts from BTC: back when I was just starting to make my way as a professional improviser (hi it’s me, Tom), it was Lee I still wanted to train with. Lee has a simply astounding eye for scenes and players, and can offer notes after watching you do a few scenes that will power you up for a long time afterwards.

This workshop is designed for you to get reps with and feedback from 2025 Comedian-In-Residence Lee White. Lee has seen and done a lot of improv, and his eye for what you’re doing well and what ideas might be most helpful for you to think about is unparalleled.

Come try some of Lee’s favourite exercises, do scenes with other like-minded improvisers and take in some valuable, and grab this rare opportunity to grab feedback from one of the greats.

Pre reqs: This class is open to anyone who has completed Intro 1 or at least 15 hours of improv training elsewhere.

We wouldn’t be making this pitch if it wasn’t worth it: these are some of the best improvisers working and it will be so cool to have them collaborating with us this June!

Sunday, June 29
12:00pm – 5:00pm

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Lee White

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Dark & Uncomfortable Scenes with Inbal Lori

Six hours. $140.

Thoughts from BTC: In this workshop, from 2025 Comedian-in-Residence Inbal Lori, you’ll dive into the world of scenes that are difficult but can offer major artistic rewards. Inbal has toured internationally for decades exploring these topics in thoughtful, emotional and hilarious ways and could not be a better teacher to take you through this kind of work.

On to Inbal’s description:

The world is changing fast and often we are not sure what we are “allowed” to do on stage and what is “inappropriate”. We find ourselves facing questions like:

– how do we tackle political, racial, gender issues in improvisation?
– how do we play the bad guys and/ or people who are different from us?
– what do we have to say and how do we avoid propaganda while saying it?
– how do we keep our improvisation playful and funny while tackling such topics?

If you are interested in making relevant, meaningful, thought-evoking improvisation – this workshop is for you!

Pre reqs: This class is open to anyone who has completed Intro 2 or higher, or who has equivalent experience. We welcome folks who have trained outside of BTC to connect with us to discuss participating in this workshop via classes@blindtigercomedy.ca

We wouldn’t be making this pitch if it wasn’t worth it: these are some of the best improvisers working and it will be so cool to have them collaborating with us this June!

Sunday, June 29
11:00am – 5:00pm

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Inbal Lori

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

The Power of Silence with Lee White

Three hours. $75.

Thoughts from BTC: in this workshop, 2025 Comedian-in-Residence Lee White highlights a very underrated approach to improv: keeping it quiet. Lee is very, very good with words but has also been known to do beautiful, hilarious scenes without anything – something we could all aspire to. Heck, even train towards.

On to Lee’s description:

Improvisers all over the world have one thing in common. They all talk too much on stage. We can see the potential in building tension when we start to use silence as a tool. Silence and less words in general can not only add to the intensity of the scenes, it can activate the audience’s imagination and invest them more in the scene.

This workshop explores techniques to help inspire your scenes to be more efficient and effective with less words, more emotions, and the potential to spark the audience’s minds.

We wouldn’t be making this pitch if it wasn’t worth it: these are some of the best improvisers working and it will be so cool to have them collaborating with us this June!

Sunday, June 29
6:00pm – 9:30pm

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Lee White

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Slow and Good with Kevin Vidal

Four classes. 10 hours. One show. $210.

This intensive is all about slowing down your scene, playing in discovery, exploring and letting the funny or heartfelt stuff show up naturally. If you’re an improviser who finds themselves rushing offers, talking over silence, you have a hard time thinking of what to say or feeling like they get lost in where to take their scenes after a few beats.

We’ll explore how to sit in the moment, let emotions breathe, and discover what’s already there instead of inventing new things every second.

You’ll leave with some practical tools for staying grounded, playing with silence, and trusting your instincts (and your scene partner).

Pre-requisite: Intro 1

Saturdays, 11:30am – 2:00pm
July 5 – July 26

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Kevin Vidal

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

The Stand Up Clubhouse

One flat fee. Drop in all summer. One show. $175.

In this brand new offering for summer 2025, Sasha has imagined a community of stand ups who can share jokes, get feedback, and stay in the game outside of a strict class environment. The goal is a regular meet that feels fun, flexible, and valuable for folks building their skills and reps in stand up.

Each time you gather you’ll talk stand up and those that want to share material can hop up and grab feedback from Sasha and the group. You’ll have a deadline to write for, a community to build with, and a path to staying sharp. It’ll be casual, funny and good.

Here’s how it the back end will work:

– Everyone joins the group for a nice approachable cost (scholarships are of course available as with all our classes).

– Once you’re registered, you receive a code that gives you access to each session (dates below).

– Registration opens for each session two weeks before it happens. First come, first served, up to 15 spots.

– You don’t need to come to each one, we like the idea that the group will shift a bit each time but you’ll also recognize folks.

At the end of the summer, we’ll do a showcase just for folks in this group. This won’t be like a normal class where you’re running your full sets in class, but you’ll still be able to show off what you’ve been working on.

This is new! We’d love your feedback on what you like or don’t about this set up, and we reserve the right to make adjustments as we go! Let’s get those reps!

Pre-requisite: Stand Up 1

Every other Saturday, 3:00-5:00pm
July 12, July 26, August 9, August 23, September 6, September 20

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Sasha Mark

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

Agents of Chaos

One night. Three hours. $55.

In this one-off workshop with known shit-disturber Kerri Donalson, you will work on sparking mischief, spontaneity and pure fun in your improv scenes. You’ll learn how you can use endowment and tricksy offers to add unexpected twists, fun challenges and surprising game elements to your scenes. And you and your classmates will create scenes that are silly, chaotic–in a good way–and deeply collaborative.

This course is for improvisors who want to lean into the spirit of play, mess with each other (gently), and build scenes that are as fun to perform as they are to watch. It’s ideal for anyone looking to re-energize their scene work with bold choices and joyful mischief.

Pre-reqs: Intro 1!

Monday, 6:00-9:00pm
July 14

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Kerri Donaldson

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

Details, Details with Allie Entwistle

One night. Three hours. $55.

In this one-off workshop with Allie Enwistle you’ll lean into one of the most valuable techniques in improv: adding details.

And truly, the fun is in the details! Why let your character drive a car “car” when they could be driving “a 1995 burgundy Honda Accord gifted to them by their great aunt Mindy?” The more detailed we can be the more fun, vibrant and real our scenes can feel.

In this session, you’ll work on adding details through verbal offers, object work, visualizing, and inspiration. This class is great for folks who want to work on being detail-oriented and decisive in their scenework.

Pre-requisite: Intro 1

Monday, 6:00-9:00pm
July 21

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Allie Entwistle

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

Game of the Game with Kevin Vidal

Four classes. 12 hours. One show. $250.

In this four week class with known joy-enthusiast Kevin Vidal, you’ll dig deep into playing games in improv scenes, and level up both your understanding of the concepts and your ability to riff your way in to games in every scene. Week by week, you’ll break down game of the scene into three clear ways to play: personal game, game with your scene partner(s), and overall game of the scene.

This class is great if game has ever felt confusing, too heady or if you’re just looking to liven up your play — we’ll make it simple, fun, and playable from multiple different angles. Expect lots of reps, clear feedback, and ways to bring more pattern, rhythm, and fun to your scenes. And to cap it all off you’ll throw down a showcase with all these newly honed skills.

This class is perfect for anyone who feels like they get stuck not knowing where to go next in scenes, or wants to be more present with your scene partners, or simply wants to have the best time doing improv with one of the best comedians doing it.

Pre-requisite: Advanced Scenes 1

Saturdays, 11:00am-2:00pm
August 9 – August 30

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Kevin Vidal

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

The Kaleidoscope Intensive with Tom, Della, Amy and Kevin

One week. Five different topics. Personalized, consensus feedback from four pros. 15 hours. $335.

In the summer of 2025, we are trying a brand new approach to a high-level improv intensive for folks looking to take a major step in their improv. The Kaleidoscope Intensive is designed to offer you countless new skills and approaches to your comedy offered by four of Blind Tiger Comedy’s world-class faculty.

After a week of work, the faculty will meet outside of class and prepare custom diagnostic feedback for each student, working together to suggest what they agree are your strengths and areas you could most benefit from further practice.

Each day, you and your classmates will have a different focus:

– Monday Aug 18 – with Tom Hill – Mischief and Play

– Tuesday Aug 19 – with Della Haddock – Deep, Bold Characters

– Wednesday Aug 20 – with Amy Shostak – Invest in Your Environment

– Thursday Aug 21 – with Kevin Vidal – Game of the Game

– Friday Aug 22 – with Tom Hill – Emotional Characters & Collected Feedback

Each of these days will be a deep dive into that topic – like five electives back-to-back-to-back-you get it. Each one will offer its own distinct approach and takeaways, while also being presented in the context of what came before and is coming afterwards.

After the fourth day, the faculty will meet and discuss each student, highlighting what they noticed and looking for consensus. On the fifth day, you and the group will dive into one more session and then Blind Tiger Comedy Artistic Director Tom Hill will sit down with each of you to go through the consensus feedback of the teaching team.

This course is our twist on the Annoyance Theater’s Intensive, and is meant to offer a rigorous and dynamic week of training for folks who want to amp up their skills in one sweet week. By the end, your brain and your notebook will be full, and you’ll be ready to look at your old improv self with the benefit of a whole new kaleidoscope of perspectives.

Pre-requisite: Advanced Scenes 1. However, if you confidently completed Intro 2 and would like a challenge you are welcome in this course as well.

Weekdays, 1:00-4:00pm
August 18 – August 22

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructors: Tom, Della, Amy, and Kevin

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

Improv for Anxiety with Syd Campbell

Six classes. One customized curriculum for folks with social anxiety. $315.

Improv is a beautiful thing, and one of the tools that it offers us is a feeling of joyful presence. In this workshop, students will be welcomed into a relaxed class environment where the focus is on connecting with the ensemble, trying some simple and fun improv games, and–like any good improv class–lots of laughs.

Goals for the class will be: surprising ourselves, being proud of what you share in class, trying something new in an environment built to support you.

This class is designed for folks with social anxiety to help overcome challenges they may be facing in their family, work or learning worlds. There will be no performance with this class, and folks will be invited to participate to the extent that they feel comfortable each week. Also note: this is a new offering and we are learning about the best ways to tailor it to the needs of the community! We welcome your feedback if you have it (please email classes@blindtigercomedy.ca) and can’t wait to see you in class.

Pre-reqs: none!

Thursdays, 7:00pm-9:30pm
September 4 – October 9

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Syd Campbell

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

Into the Genre-verse with Syd Campbell

Four classes. 10 hours. $210.

In this class, you’ll learn a ton about how to use one of the more exciting frames for improv: genre. Under the guidance of Syd Campbell, alumni of the genre-obsessed Rapid Fire Theatre, you will focus on how to play in different styles while still having a great time.

You will look at a few classic genres (western, sci-fi, fantasy, period drama and more) and identify the core tenets of them. You’ll learn to perform and direct these scenes with a specific eye on their needs, and to bring these moves into your everyday scene work so that you can adapt to and thrive in a genre scene if one is emerging.

Take this class if you’re looking to add a dimension to your scene work and explore another cool direction improv can go.

Pre-reqs: Intro 2

Saturdays, 12:00pm-2:30pm
September 6 – September 27

Location: Carousel Studios

Instructor: Syd Campbell

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

Crowdwork & Hecklers with Toddy

Four weeks. One show. $210.

Ah, crowd work. One of the great glories of stand up comedy that only some comedians feel comfortable with, and everyone could improve at.

In this workshop (which ends with one very fun show) your stand up / improviser teacher Toddy will teach you the skills you need to integrate crowd work into your set, the confidence to handle hecklers, and the practice of how to turn unexpected moments into comedy gold!

Pre-requisite: Stand up 1

Saturdays, 11:00am-2:00pm
September 6 – October 4*

*no class September 20

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Toddy

This class will open for registration on Thursday, May 12 at high noon PST!

Taster Classes

Join us for our taster comedy classes!

Intro to Improv Taster

One class. 90 minutes. $25.

Want to try improv but not sure if you’re up for a full five or eight-week course? This class is for you!

This workshop will consist of easy and fun games that will give you a taste of the joy, confidence, and discovery that improv can offer. No experience necessary! Whether you’re comfortable performing or have never taken a stage, this class will make you feel welcome.

Must be at least 18 years old.

This workshop will be led by one of the working professional comedians who make up our amazing faculty.

The Improv Taster is $25 and comes with a ticket to one of Blind Tiger’s flagship improv shows: Treat Show Comedy! The first Saturday of every month at 7:30 and 9:30.

ONE CLASS

Thursday, 5:30 – 7:00pm PST
May 29

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Tom Hill

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Monday, 7:00 – 8:30pm PST
July 7

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Tom Hill

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Sunday, 7:00 – 8:30pm PST
August 3

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Syd Campbell

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Monday, 7:00 – 8:30pm PST
September 15

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Syd Campbell

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Intro to Sketch Taster

One class. 2 hours. $30.

Have you always been curious about sketch comedy but never had an opportunity to try it? Well this is the approachable one-class crash course for you. It will include easy, fun, introductory sketch writing exercises, a look at some of the concepts that we think make great sketch writers hilarious, and a chance to try some writing of your own. Beginners welcome, this class is a perfect place to start in the amazing world of sketch!

The Sketch Taster is $30 and comes with a ticket to one of Blind Tiger’s flagship improv shows: Treat Show Comedy! The first Saturday of every month at 7:30 and 9:30.

This workshop will be led by one of the working professional comedians who make up our amazing faculty!

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

Intro to Stand Up Taster

One class. 90 minutes. $25.

Have you always wanted to try stand up, but you’re not sure if a full five or eight-week course is right for you? This is the one-class crash course for you. You’ll try some simple exercises, pen a few jokes, have an excellent number of laughs, and almost certainly fall in love with stand up comedy. Beginners welcome, this class is a perfect place to start!

The Stand Up Taster comes with a ticket to one of Blind Tiger’s flagship improv shows: Treat Show Comedy – the first Saturday of every month at 7:30 and 9:30.

ONE CLASS

Sunday, 8:00 – 9:30pm PST
August 3

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Sasha Mark

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Sunday, 7:00 – 8:30pm PST
August 19

Location: 120 Princess Ave

Instructor: Sasha Mark

This class will open for registration on Tuesday, February 18 at high noon PST!

Bloc Teams

There’s nothing quite like choosing the group you’re with and collaborating towards a collective comedic goal. With this in mind, we created the Bloc Team Program. Bloc Teams are a great chance for you and your people to find your voices together, with help from a professional comedian/coach, and the next big step for us and our rad community. Here’s how they work:

- Assemble– Find your people. It could be a duo, a trio, a group of eight…so long as you’re thrilled about every name on the list. They can be at the same point as you in the core classes series (we recommend this) or not, though all performers must have completed Intro 2 or have equivalent experience.

Rehearse & Perform– Your coach will build your team a rehearsal schedule customized to your strengths, weaknesses, and goals. Each group will get one or two showcases (depending on if you run four or eight weeks) in the Blind Tiger Comedy show schedule.
Cost – Depends on class length and schedule, but you can generally imagine around $1025 per four weeks at two hours a week, or $1950 for eight. Includes four custom workshops and one show for every four weeks that you are working.
Submit – Use our Bloc Team application form and give us a sense of your group, your schedule, your preferred coach and what you think you want to do. Notes:
- Registration for Bloc Teams is ongoing, submit anytime.
- Note: Bloc Teams are confirmed once we have received payment from you for that group.
- Once Bloc Team schedules are agreed upon, we are unable to be flexible on changes to your group’s schedule. Measure twice, cut once!
Then – we’ll review all your info, and get back to you within a couple business days!

Want more information, check out this Bloc Team Information Doc for answers!

If you have questions, we’re at classes@blindtigercomedy.ca

Buy a gift card from us!

Looking to help someone take the plunge into the best decision they’ve ever made? We’ve found gift cards really help with that.
Our gift cards are set up through Gift Up! so that you can easily buy them right here on the site! It’s ridiculous how easy it is, really. Instructions for how to redeem this value are below (spoiler: it’s also really easy). If you or they need any help with gift cards we’re here to help! Get at us via classes@blindtigercomedy.ca

How to Redeem a Blind Tiger Comedy Gift Card
1 – Check out www.blindtigercomedy.ca/classes (that’s this one!) and pick the upcoming class that’s for you
2 – Click the Register Now link or head right to our Eventbrite Page to pick a class
3 – When you get to the Tickets page, click “Enter Promo Code” and enter the code on your card (screenshot of this step below). That will automatically discount off the amount of your card!
4 – If there is a difference remaining to pay, you’ll need to pay by credit card to pay the balance.

A reminder! If you or your recipient have questions, get at us via classes@blindtigercomedy.ca we’re always happy to help.

INTRO 1 – in Richmond!

5 Weeks. One show. $395.

We are excited to announce we will be launching a new Intro 1 class in Richmond on Monday nights in January and February! Hosted at the glorious Ukranian Community Society of Ivan Franko (aka a lovely community hall!) this class will be led by Artistic Director Tom Hill and will feature the Intro 1 introduction to improv curriculum that has been tried and tested in Vancouver classes for years.

Heck, you’re going to have a great time. By the time you’re finished with Intro 1, your final showcase will be a breezy walk in a wild fun park.

You will move onto Intro 2 confident making offers, supporting your scene partner, and having fun on stage.

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

INTRO 1 – in Surrey!

5 Weeks. One show. $395.

We are super excited for the return of our Intro 1 class in Surrey on Sunday nights in January and February! Hosted at the glorious Inspire Arts Academy (aka a very cool arts studio!) this class will be led by the one and only Syd Campbell and will feature the Intro 1 introduction to improv curriculum that has been tried and tested in Vancouver classes for years.

Heck, you’re going to have a great time. By the time you’re finished with Intro 1, your final showcase will be a breezy walk in a wild fun park.

You will move onto Intro 2 confident making offers, supporting your scene partner, and having fun on stage.

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

IMPROV FOR BEGINNERS

1 Week. One show. $395.

You will move onto Intro 3 with the ability to create with your scene partner a full, quality scene, and an ability to commit wholeheartedly to your character.

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

IMPROV FOR BEGINNERS – West Vancouver with Syd Campbell!

8 Weeks. One show. $400.

In this class, you will dive into the core skills of improv and the joy and discovery that improv offers. Led by Blind Tiger Comedy and world-class improviser Syd Campbell (Gender I Hardly Know Them, Treat Show Comedy), this class will touch on techniques like offers, saying yes, playing characters, and following fun.

This class is suitable for folks who are both brand new to improv and those returning to it with some experience under their belts. Your teacher will focus on your particular needs in class, and offer supportive, individualized feedback so that each performer continues to grow and have fun.

Your class will culminate in a glorious comedy showcase at China Cloud Studios which will be very fun even if it doesn’t sound fun now. Laughs guaranteed!

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

IMPROV FOR BEGINNERS IN SURREY!

5 Weeks. One show. $395.

You will move onto Intro 3 with the ability to create with your scene partner a full, quality scene, and an ability to commit wholeheartedly to your character.

Pre-requisite: Intro 1

This class is not currently open for registration. To be alerted when it is, sign up for our mailing list.

MAY TO SEPTEMBER COMEDY CLASSES!

IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES*

IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES FOR TEENS*

IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES FOR AGES 9-13*

SKETCH COMEDY CLASSES*

STAND UP COMEDY CLASSES*

ELECTIVES & BLOC TEAMS*

*Three more things!

About Our Classes

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Jump to: Intro to Improv Long Form Improv Sketch Comedy Stand Up Comedy Bloc Teams Electives, Tasters & Jams

Intro to Improv Series

INTRO 1 – Welcome to Improv

2-8 weeks. One show. $420.

INTRO 2 – Let’s Make This Interesting

5-8 weeks. Two shows. $420.

ADVANCED SCENES 1 – Don’t Let the Game Play You

Five or eight weeks. Two shows. $420.

Advanced Scenes 2 – The Scene

Five or eight weeks. Two shows. $420.

The Blind Tiger Comedy Long Form Studio

LONG FORM 1 – The Harold

Five to Eight weeks. Three shows. $420.

LONG FORM 2 – Wild Wild Long Form

Eight weeks. Three shows. $420.

LONG FORM 3 – The Organic Harold

Eight weeks. Three shows. $420.

LONG FORM 4 – Mono Scene

8 weeks. 3 shows. $420.

Improv for Autistic Folks

Improv for Autistic Folks with Allie Entwistle

Four Weeks. 8 Hours. One Show. $160.

Improv for Youth and Teens

The Teen Jam – with Allie Entwistle

90 minutes. 100 laughs. $25.

A Very Good Comedy Camp for Teens – with Allie Entwistle

One week. Five Classes. One show. $325.

A Very Good Improv Class for Teens – Welcome to Improv – with Allie Entwistle

Ten weeks. 20 hours. One show. $435.

The Youth Improv Jam – with Syd Campbell

90 minutes. 100 laughs. $25.

A Very Good Comedy Camp for Ages 9 – 13 – with Syd Campbell

One week. Five classes. One show. $325.

A Very Good Improv Class for Ages 9 – 13 – Welcome to Improv! – with Syd Campbell

Ten weeks. 15 hours. One show. $325.

Sketch Comedy

SKETCH 1 – The Seed

Eight weeks. One show. $420.

Sketch 2 – Full On Sketch

Eight weeks. One show. $420.

Sketch 3 – Versatility

Eight weeks. One show. $420.

Sketch 4 – Senior Project

Ten weeks. One big show and several trials. $470.

Stand Up Comedy Classes

STAND UP 1 – Welcome to Stand Up

Five or eight weeks. One show. $420.

STAND UP 2 – Game, Set, Match

Five or eight weeks. One show. $420.

STAND UP 3 – The Showcase

Eight weeks. One show. One tape (!). $445.

Comedy Drop-Ins & Electives

Solo Sketch with Allie Entwistle

Four classes. One show. $210.

The Trans, Non-Binary and Gender Non-Conforming Jam with Syd Campbell

1.5 hours. $12.

The Free Jam with Tom Hill

1.5 hours. Free.

Our 2025 Comedians-in-Residence, Inbal Lori & Lee White

Extreme Characters with Inbal Lori

Two classes. Seven hours. $170.

Your 15 Minutes of Fame with Lee White

Seven hours. One show. $125.

TIME with Inbal Lori

3 hours. One show. House teams only.

Stage Friction with Lee White

Five hours. $125.

Story of a Place with Inbal Lori

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Intro to Improv
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Sketch Comedy
Stand Up Comedy
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