12 episodes

NZ Improv Fest gathers improvisors from around NZ (and the world) to present new work, learn new skills and make connections across the industry. Held annually in Wellington, NZ since 2008, we occasionally record shows and discussions and distribute those to the wider improv community. Check out archival recordings, interviews with guests, and interesting conversations, and learn more at improvfest.nz

NZIF Audio Archive New Zealand Improv Festival

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NZ Improv Fest gathers improvisors from around NZ (and the world) to present new work, learn new skills and make connections across the industry. Held annually in Wellington, NZ since 2008, we occasionally record shows and discussions and distribute those to the wider improv community. Check out archival recordings, interviews with guests, and interesting conversations, and learn more at improvfest.nz

    2.4: Conversation Series with Jennifer O'Sullivan, Christine Brooks, and Laura Irish (NZIF 2021)

    2.4: Conversation Series with Jennifer O'Sullivan, Christine Brooks, and Laura Irish (NZIF 2021)

    This season we bring you our Conversation Series - in each episode, a trio of improvisors come together to talk about what lights them up, what challenges them, and what keeps them excited about the future of improv.

    Featuring: Jennifer O’Sullivan and Christine Brooks from Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington), and Laura Irish from Whakatū (Nelson)
    Recorded in front of a live audience at BATS Theatre in October 2021.

    This episode was produced and edited by Aaron Douglas and made possible thanks to the New Zealand Improvisation Trust and Creative NZ.

    NZ Improv Festival 2021 ran 4-16 October 2021 at Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington’s BATS Theatre. Learn more about it at improvfest.nz or find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

    • 50 min
    2.3: Conversation Series with Tara McEntee, Susan Williams, and Ryan Knighton (NZIF 2021)

    2.3: Conversation Series with Tara McEntee, Susan Williams, and Ryan Knighton (NZIF 2021)

    This season we bring you our Conversation Series - in each episode, a trio of improvisors come together to talk about what lights them up, what challenges them, and what keeps them excited about the future of improv.

    Featuring: Tara McEntee and Susan Williams from Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington), and Ryan Knighton from Te Papaioea (Palmerston North)

    Recorded in front of a live audience at BATS Theatre in October 2021.

    This episode was produced and edited by Aaron Douglas and made possible thanks to the New Zealand Improvisation Trust and Creative NZ.

    NZ Improv Festival 2021 ran 4-16 October 2021 at Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington’s BATS Theatre. Learn more about it at improvfest.nz or find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

    • 41 min
    2.2: Conversation Series with Matt Powell, Liz Butler, and Emma Brittenden (NZIF 2021)

    2.2: Conversation Series with Matt Powell, Liz Butler, and Emma Brittenden (NZIF 2021)

    This season we bring you our Conversation Series - in each episode, a trio of improvisors come together to talk about what lights them up, what challenges them, and what keeps them excited about the future of improv.

    Featuring: Matt Powell and Liz Butler from Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington), and Emma Brittenden from Ōtautahi (Christchurch)

    Recorded in front of a live audience at BATS Theatre in October 2021.

    This episode was produced and edited by Aaron Douglas and made possible thanks to the New Zealand Improvisation Trust and Creative NZ.

    NZ Improv Festival 2021 ran 4-16 October 2021 at Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington’s BATS Theatre. Learn more about it at improvfest.nz or find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

    • 47 min
    2.1: Conversation Series with Marea Columbo, Ben Zolno, and Daniel Allan

    2.1: Conversation Series with Marea Columbo, Ben Zolno, and Daniel Allan

    This season we bring you our Conversation Series - in each episode, a trio of improvisors come together to talk about what lights them up, what challenges them, and what keeps them excited about the future of improv.

    Featuring: Marea Colombo from Ōtepoti (Dunedin), Ben Zolno from Te Whanganui a Tara (Wellington), and Daniel Allan from Otautahi (Christchurch) and hosted by Christine Brooks (Te Whanganui a Tara)

    Recorded in front of a live audience at BATS Theatre in October 2021.

    This episode was produced and edited by Aaron Douglas and made possible thanks to the New Zealand Improvisation Trust and Creative NZ.

    NZ Improv Festival 2021 ran 4-16 October 2021 at Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington’s BATS Theatre. Learn more about it at improvfest.nz or find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

    • 48 min
    1.7: Talking Heads Online (NZIF 2020)

    1.7: Talking Heads Online (NZIF 2020)

    It’s a new choice on a new stage! The era of COVID-19 has renewed the need for a digital stage, but how can onstage performers adapt for video? How can video creators help onstage performers and how does improv performance differ between the two mediums? Join the call, mute your mic and settle in for the ultimate panel about online improvisational comedy. 

    • 1 hr 4 min
    1.6: Truth, Authenticity & Characterisation (NZIF 2020)

    1.6: Truth, Authenticity & Characterisation (NZIF 2020)

    The craft of building a character can be challenging, especially if the character is a comedic embodiment of your own identity. In a world that constantly craves authenticity and new content, how can 21st century performers live up to this demand? Join Truth, Authenticity & Characterisation - a round table of experienced theatre, improvisers and stand up comedy performers as they break down the concept of authenticity and discuss how artists can be authentic while crafting comedic and theatrical personas. 

    • 1 hr 13 min

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