Workshop: Improv for Multicultural Artists (ESL)

An improv workshop designed for Artists who speak English as their second language. Make the most of improvisation with no language barrier.

Come As You Are and improvise as your true self. This workshop is open to all improvisers, artists, dancers, comedians, actors and clowns!

Great for performers who want to break ethnic templates, stereotypes and language barriers. Take a step towards your unique comedic journey. Work on truly unique ideas. Learn how to collaborate with other multicultural artists.

*Workshops are for ages 18 years and up.

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Level: All levels welcome

Room: the Atelier

The venue has several accessible entrances: Click here for venue accessibility information

Fee: We are offering tiered pricing for this workshop. You may choose your fee of either $85, $65 or $45.

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About your facilitators

Sachin and Shreya, the powerhouse duo behind Two.2.Mango, blend improv, clowning, bouffon, and Indian classical dance to create performances that challenge, provoke, and entertain. Drawing inspiration from their South Asian roots, their work sparks meaningful conversations beyond laughter.

Their acclaimed show Colonial Circus has earned numerous accolades, including the Artists' Choice Award at Toronto Fringe 2024 and Critics' Choice for Best Comedy at Orlando Fringe FestN4 2025.

As founders of Hinprov, a bilingual improv community for IBPOC artists, they’re committed to introducing new voices to Toronto's comedy stages, amplifying underrepresented talent. Their goal is to celebrate being funny in one's own language.

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Your participation

Feel free to bring comfy indoor shoes, water, a snack if needed, a notebook, and wear comfy clothes.

Our workshops take place in a welcoming, easygoing space—we’re here to have fun, support each other, and foster a sense of encouragement and community. Please see the Improv Embassy's Code of Conduct for details on this shared responsibility between learners and facilitators.

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This workshop is a part of the Ottawa Improv Festival. Check out all of our shows and workshops!