Queen City Comedy

Inspired by Pirate, Robot, Ninja (Billy Merritt & Will Hines), Improvise Like a Dog is a playful and insightful workshop that uses the instincts of popular dog breeds to explore ensemble dynamics, character behavior, and scene work.

Some improvisers support like loyal Golden Retrievers—steady, affirming, and relationship-driven. Others lead like German Shepherds—taking charge and providing structure. Some drive action like Border Collies, constantly moving the scene forward, while others investigate like curious Beagles, digging into details and uncovering what matters. You may connect with heart like a Labrador, explode into bold choices like a Chihuahua, or fully commit to playful, specific characters like a French Bulldog.

In this workshop, performers will identify their natural “breed” and explore both the strengths and limitations of that instinct. Through a mix of acting-based exercises, improv drills, and scene work, you’ll practice adapting your style—learning when to lean into your instincts and when to shift in order to better support your scene partner and the ensemble as a whole.

This is not about labeling yourself—it’s about increasing awareness, flexibility, and responsiveness in your work.

Participants can expect to:

This workshop is ideal for improvisers of all levels who want to deepen their instincts, sharpen their ensemble skills, and bring more variety and intention to their performances.