Is it time to play? Darn heck it is

News just in?

WIT’s Winter wonder of monthly shows at BATS has finished, with Ferris Wheel spinning for the last time this year on on the 6th of September. Thanks to BATS, all who came to watch, played or did tricky stuff with the lights and the tech. We’ll let you know about our next shows soon.

Hey, I’ve never done much improv – where do I start? 

If you’re looking for a grounding in the essentials of improv (or a delightful refresher) our next  eight week courses The Joy of Improvisation or, stretch yourself with Improv for the Stage, both run for next eight Thursday nights starting 17th October.   WIT has run these classes on in cheerful association with the Wellington Community Education Centre at Wellington High School since forever (or at least for about 20 years).  Sign up through the WCEC website.   If you’d like more information, contact us.

If you’ve done The Joy or an intro class somewhere else, you are also very welcome to join us for the improv workout of workouts on Tuesday nights (see below). You don’t need to become a member of WIT, but once you’ve been to a bunch of Tuesdays and we know you, it is a very good option. Costs is a modest $30, conferring benefits such as being eligible to be cast in mainstage shows or vote for the committee, as well as discounts on special workshops. Ask your workshop leader.

WIT’s Tuesday training

WIT has regular Tuesday night improv sessions in the Wellington CBD for people who’ve completed basic training, either with WIT or the equivalent somewhere else.   Sometimes we have special guest tutors, but most sessions are led by experienced volunteer WIT trainers.  There’s usually a month’s break over the Xmas holidays, and there are also occasional nights off when a WIT show is opening or for other special reasons (eg the NZ Improv Festival), signup to the newsletter or follow WIT’s Facebook page for the most up-to-date info.

Our current Tuesday training venue is Te Auaha, 65 Dixon St,  usually in the room opposite the ‘Garage’ Studio on the ground floor (turn right just before the lifts).  Sometimes though the room changes, so just check at the front desk if we’re not where you expect.

Masks are no longer required, but if you want to wear a mask during class, of course you can.  But please stay well wrapped up and safely at home if you’ve symptoms of any contagious things.

Tuesday Improv Workouts at Te Auaha in September

  • What:  Playful improv training
  • When: 6-8pm Tuesday
  • Who: An experienced WIT trainer
  • Cost:  Koha towards the room is welcome, but it’s you we want
  • Where:  We’re usually on the ground floor, in the room opposite the Garage Studio (turn right before the lifts), Te Auaha, 65 Dixon Street. If ever we’re not where you expect check in with the lovely ground floor security person.

Do you have a question?  Please contact us through our Facebook page  or try this handy form. If you’d like to keep up with WIT’s training plans sign up to our weekly email Newsletter and you’ll know all the things!