On Sunday, January 11, Velvet heads east to Montreal to share the joy of their All Request Radio format with a new class of students Details and sign up

Flashback I'd performed longform Star Trek with The Dandies for a decade, and I was ready for a new genre. In 2020, after binge watching Money Heist (Netflix), I asked whether anyone had contemplated putting together a live parody. Notably, lockdown had just started and I wasn't planning anything for on stage, but the virtual improv scene was emerging. Still, no one…

Not all bricks need to be the same size. And sometimes its the mortar that's needed most... because, brains and energies are diverse, and its okay to not worry whether you are pulling your weight or over delivering. Velvet Wells Take some of these Improv Metaphors that Chris Mead collected with you, and share yours with others as well However you build your scenes, community, and life in 2026, know that you're stronger by doing it with others than alone

My first caper was Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Admittedly I saw it because my aunt liked Newman and Redford, but it remains a nostalgic favourite. It was fun, smart, funny, and it had a Scott Joplin filled score! Of the crime genres available on streaming platforms, I've trained the algorithms to offer up heists of different flavours — thrillers, action, romance, revenge, and comedy…

During lockdown, I had an idea... putting together an ensemble of talented performers and score the impossible prize: stealing audience's hearts with laughter! Finding people who understood improvised heists however, was more rare than a giant pink diamond! The most difficult part, I discovered, was convincing Canadian and Bangalore performers to be theatrically antagonistic! For a time, I led Mindful Menace workshops to great MuHaHas.

Alligator Improv & Self Expression (AISE) arranged for Chicago-style improvisational legends Susan Messing and John Lehr to visit Ottawa for the weekend Friday: Come watch Messing and Lehr headline with their duo set. Join the pre-show jam! Saturday: three workshops are available. Choose your price point and I'll see you there All sign ups through AISE Improv legend Susan Messing (founding member of Chicago’s Annoyance Theatre, seasoned performer at iO and Second City, and decorated educator and director), and actor, comedian, and improviser John Lehr (series creator and star of Quick Draw (hulu) and Ten Items or Less (TBS))

(Ottawa, ON - June 22, 2025) After five performances, glowing reviews and patron compliments, the show has its final performance this afternoon at Ottawa Fringe Festival "A wholesome and lovely show for the whole family and just as much fun for adults on their own, too. Absolutely worth seeing!" Sunday, June 22 1:30pm Arts Court Theatre (3rd Floor)67 Nicholas St, Ottawa…

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(Ottawa, ON - June 13, 2025) Come celebrate the first ever performance at Ottawa Fringe Festival. Filled with puppets, song, and sass, join Afi Ata on her empowering quest for ice cream! #tonight Friday, June 13 6:30pm Arts Court Theatre (3rd Floor)67 Nicholas St, OttawaTickets: $14 + service fees A solo performer comedic puppet story with sprinkles of whimsy.

(Ottawa, ON - May 23, 2025) Only six chances to be treated to Puppets, Songs, and Sass... AND treats from The Merry Dairy A solo performer comedic puppet story with sprinkles of whimsy. Serving laughs for the entire family, chosen family, and puppet family too Think “Mr. Dressup”, “The Muppet Show”, and “Degrassi” remixed for 2025 #Comedy #Puppets #Music #Whimsy…

Closing with a true variety in entertainers: stand up, clown, improv, and music! #MaskMandatory

Think "Mr. Dressup", "The Muppet Show" and "Degrassi" remixed for 2025 Asking for help is difficult for me, but this request is for the greater Ottawa community Goal: $2,000 Donation link: Click Select Tickets button to donate Why? This is a fundraiser to cover the accessibility portion of the production expenses before we launch in June Fringe shows are already operating at razor thin margins.