Ready to level up? This advanced course dives deep into character work. Learn to create compelling, funny, and distinct characters that can drive scenes and carry narratives. Perfect for performers looking to expand their range and stage presence.

Instructor (Class 1): Anton Matyushin

Anton Matyushin is a comedian based in Calgary. With over 10 years of experience combined in improv, standup, and sketch, he's performed on stages all across the country, and has trained at various renowned comedy theatres in North America such as the iO and The Annoyance in Chicago.

Instructor (Class 2): Devin Kotani

Devin Kotani (he/him) holds a BFA in drama with a focus in acting from the University of Calgary, and has been practicing and performing improv for over 10 years. Joining the Kinkonauts at the end of 2021 for the abridged 2022 season, Devin has performed with such groups as KFP, Wuthering Frights, and Improvised Romeo and Juliet. He has also acted as an instructor for the Calgary Improv School and the Accelerator drop-in class, and is currently the Director of the Calgary Improv School. Devin is currently pursuing a BA in psychology at the University of Calgary, and is very interested in exploring the ways psychology and live performance interact.