Improv Teaching

I’ve found great joy in teaching improv to newcomers over the years. Introducing people to the world of creative expression through performance and play has become an important part of what I do.

Experience

I have been running improv workshops for beginner students, corporate teams and actors in Melbourne since 2015, through Impro Melbourne, The Big Hoo-Haa, Impromptunes and now, with Melbourne Unscripted.

My improv workshops are designed to be accessible and engaging for all skill levels, from beginners who have never performed in public to experienced improvisers looking to add a new dimension to their craft. My approach to teaching improv emphasises playfulness, collaboration, and risk-taking. I create a safe, supportive environment where students feel encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and embrace the unknown. Through a variety of exercises and games, I help students develop essential skills like active listening, emotional expression through song, and the ability to create compelling characters and stories in the moment.

Improv is a rich and varied landscape that can help people of all ages develop self-confidence, creative expression, communication, and collaboration skills. These are life skills that can be built and experimented with on the stage. Most importantly, improv workshops are fun, safe places to experiment and learn from failure in positive ways.

Testimonials

“Greg is a great teacher with a lot of experience in both improv and music. I had so much fun doing this course, and would absolutely recommend it to anyone who has done some improv and wants to add tunes to the mix!”
– Alice (Musical Improv Foundations)

“Greg is a friendly teacher who is passionate about his craft and helping others learn. He is funny, approachable and knowledgeable about both music and improvising.”
– Liam (Musical Improv Foundations)

“I found Greg to be knowledgeable and engaging and have come away with a stack of new skills I’m looking forward to practicing.”
– Michael (Musical Improv Foundations)

“Highly recommend to anyone curious or wanting to expand their skill set. The environment that they create is awesome and completely judgement free, allowing you to explore with freedom!”
– Ella (Improv for Actors)

“[The class] prepared me to be comfortable enough to get out of my shell, think on my feet and perform live without overthinking.”
– Darshini (Improv for Actors)

Get in touch with Greg

For enquiries on team, solo and musical improv coaching, beginner or team-building workshops, and any other enquiries, please email me at greglavell@gmail.com or send me a message here.