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Hangin’ with Harold Workshop Notes
06
Apr
We had an awesome “Hangin’ with Harold” intensive workshop with Kristin Hensley (UCB, i.O., Second City, WestSide Comedy Theater). These are the notes from the class which will be of value to anyone currently performing – or learning to perform – Harolds at LMA or elsewhere.
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LMA House Team Auditions – Term 2, 2016
05
Apr
LMA House Team Auditions - Term 2, 2016 Laugh-Masters Academy is inviting Students & Teachers to audition for several new Official LMA Improv Teams, known as House Teams. House Teams will be given opportunities to regularly perform on stage at The Belvoir Theatre (and other venues), participate in official LMA events, represent LMA in the [...]
No Joke! Improv is Seriously Good for Business.
21
Mar
No Joke! Improv is Seriously Good for Business. There’s more to improvisation than comedy - and it’s not just for funny people. In fact, improv is primarily about learning to react authentically and stay in the present moment at a very high level. This awareness has all sorts of business benefits which is why we [...]
David Tieck Joins the LMA Roster
17
Mar
David Tieck Joins the LMA Roster LMA is excited to welcome David Tieck to the roster of Australian Teachers. Some of you may recognise him from our recent Improvoir Show at The Belvoir St. Theatre where he not only performed, but also coached our Student House Team. His experience is vast, with training from all [...]
Why Standups Should Embrace, Not Revile, Improv
16
Mar
Why Standups Should Embrace, Not Revile, Improv “I hate improv.” Hang around standup comedians enough and you will hear it. This may be confusing. Many don’t know there’s a difference between the comics with microphones and the ones who go mic-less, tagging in and out of scenes in a black box theatre. It’s understandable. After all, many [...]
The Jump Score Leaps into Improv for Innovation
14
Mar
The Jump Score Leaps into Improv for Innovation Cassie Hunt is the Founder of The Jump Score, a boutique innovation consultancy in Sydney with a passion for growing businesses by helping them think differently. Here she shares a few quick thoughts on her experience at a recent LMA Workshop and how improv training is invaluable for [...]
Toyota Takes Improv Training for a Test Drive
10
Mar
Toyota Takes Improv Training for a Test Drive Jayne-Louise O'Connell is a Digital Platform Specialist for Toyota and recently participated in one of LMA's Improv Based Learning & Development Workshops. In this breezy chat she shares a few quick thoughts on her team's experience and how improv training can help your professional career. Oh What a [...]
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Improvoir: It Happened and It Was Good.
27
Feb
Improvoir: It Happened and It Was Good. These here photos are proof last night actually happened. It was a dream come true and an amazing team effort. Truly a special moment in LMA history and what a fantastic moment it was. Thank you to all the LMA Teachers and Performers for being a part of [...]
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LMA Sydney’s New Home Is…
23
Feb
LMA Sydney's New Home Is... ...The Belvoir St. Theatre! We know. It was perhaps the worst kept secret in the Australian Improv Community, but we were waiting to "officially" announce it until a few more I's were dotted and T's crossed. So without further adieu, LMA Sydney is thrilled to officially announce that we will [...]
Prepare Thyselves for the Del Close Marathon NYC
18
Feb
Prepare Thyselves for the Del Close Marathon NYC Nobody really needs an excuse to book a trip New York, but hoo boy do we have one for you just in case. The Del Close Marathon is 3 days long and has over 600 long form improv shows on 9 stages. The stages are spread out [...]
Use Your Words
16
Feb
Use Your Words We'd love to hear from you. Write about your favourite show, most recent class, training you did overseas, how improv has helped/changed you, Top Tips you'd like to share, pet peeves... whatever. Pitch us your ideas and chances are we'll say "Yes, and..."
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An Interview with LMA Instructor David Evans
09
Feb
An Interview with LMA Instructor David Evans David Evans Talks Improv... and Other Things. LMA wouldn't be where it is today without the heart, enthusiasm, and playful spirit of Mr. David Evans. Dave was instrumental in helping LMA Sydney move from holding periodic weekend workshops to regular ongoing classes and for those of you who've had the [...]
Thank You Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon
04
Feb
Thank You Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon We know it's a long shot, but if any of you Australian improv comedy fans are headed to SXSW this year, you don't want to miss this. For those of you who don't yet know, Del Close was never a household name, but any comedy [...]
Inaugural LMA Student House Team Members Announced
22
Jan
Inaugural LMA Student House Team Members Announced History was made at The Belvoir St. Theatre this week as LMA Students came out in full force, representing all levels, to show off their improv chops and try for a coveted spot on the inaugural LMA House Team. After much deliberation and debate the judging panel has made their selections. [...]
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Students Make History at First Ever LMA House Team Auditions
20
Jan
Students Make History at First Ever LMA House Team Auditions History was made at The Belvoir St. Theatre this week. Maybe you felt it. It was amazing. LMA Students came out in full force, representing all levels, to show off their improv chops and try for a coveted spot on the inaugural LMA House Team. The [...]
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Sophie Long Joins the LMA Roster
06
Jan
Chicago's loss is Austraia's gain! Laugh-Masters Academy is super excited to announce the addition of Sophie Long to our roster of Australian based Instructors. Sophie is an Performer, Writer, Director, Teacher and Coach in stand-up, sketch comedy, musical comedy, and storytelling. She has recently returned home from Chicago - the "birthplace of improv comedy" - [...]
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