Improv Workshops
Improv is an amazing tool for unlocking creativity and cooperation within a group, making it a popular option for team-building! Hosting the largest improv training programing in the province, Solo Chicken Productions invites you and your team to learn with us in a welcoming, encouraging and judgement-free environment!
Your options
1 Hour Workshop
A fun and breezy introduction to the world of improvisation! Through a variety of improv games and exercises, this one-hour workshop will introduce your team to improv’s “Yes And” mentality, promoting cooperation, collaboration and playfulness! This shorter session is perfect for team building, company events and anyone looking to bring some joy to their organization!
Half-Day (3 Hour) Workshops
An in-depth improv workshop for those looking to gain real-world skills from improv! This half-day session gives your team a chance to learn the basic tenets of improvisation and how they apply in our social and professional lives. Learn how to make and accept “offers”, sharpen listening skills, hone your impulses and improve your mind’s flexibility! This 3 hour workshop is geared towards teams seeking practical skills to foster a cooperative and creative work environment!
What we provide
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High quality instructor with over a decade of improv facilitation experience
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Tried-and-true course material used in our improv training programs
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20 minute pre-workshop conversation to get to know your team and your goals
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A short info-package sent to your team ahead of time so they know what to expect
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Experience in adaptive practices for participants with physical and/or intellectual disabilities
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Workshop customization available for additional charge
What you provide
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A space that properly accommodates your group (enough room to stand in a circle)
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Transportation, lodging & per diem (if outside of Fredericton)
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All necessary materials
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Your team and their enthusiasm!
Pricing
Solo Chicken looks to provide adaptable and accessible options across all of its endeavours. This is reflected in our workshop pricing. SCP offers flexible pricing for small businesses, not-for-profits and equity-seeking organizations. For profit/large-scale companies pay full price, which empowers Solo Chicken to continue offering accessible pricing to those who may otherwise not be able to afford our programming.
1 Hour Workshop
Under 20 People: $300
Between 20 - 50: $500
Between 50 - 100: $800
Between 100 - 200: $1200
Half-Day (3 Hour) Workshop
Under 20 People: $800
Between 20 - 50: $1200
Between 50 - 100: $2000
Between 100 - 200: $3000
Workshop customizations available for an additional charge.
Small Business, Not-for-Profit, Equity-Seeking Organization Rates:
30% off regular rate
Minor customizations for no fee
Solo Chicken Productions believes that money shouldn’t be a barrier to arts training. If you are a small business, not-for-profit or Equity-Seeking Organization and feel you cannot afford our reduced rate, please reach out! We have a variety alternative payment options including:
One-time custom rate
Payment in instalments
Energy exchange/Skill share
Meet your Instructor
Our instructors have decades of experience both in and outside of the classroom.
Jean-Michel Cliche (he/him)
Jean-Michel Cliche is a theatre and improv educator. He has taught at the University of New Brunswick and Theatre New Brunswick, and is the Head of Training at Solo Chicken Productions. He has over 15 years of improv experience, which includes competing in competitive improv sports, training over 100+ improvisers in Fredericton NB, and developing the award-winning improv show TILT. Jean-Michel has also worked with Energia Ventures and the Summer Institute to provide performance coaching to their entrepreneurs.
Former improv student