Zach Zucker writes:
"Yooo I’m back in Melbinnn for the first time since 2019 and I’m teaching another 5 day creating and devising workshop. Here you will learn how to harness all of god's secret mystical powers and become a master of the craft. That’s right, a 100% Zach Zucker GUARANTEE or I’ll quit my job. I’ll stop teaching right now. literally. while you’re reading this. You might think I’m joking but I’ve got tenure now. go ahead, try and stop me.
Nah but for real we’ll spend the week discovering what makes you funny and turning that into something that’s repeatable. We're all funny in very different ways, and each person has something that nobody else can offer. By identifying and embracing those attributes, we're able to freely explore with an audience. Each student will have the opportunity to work on solo, duo or group material, with an opportunity to perform onstage at the end of the week in a class show that puts my entire reputation and life’s work on the line.
sign up... if you dare."
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Student showcase performance: there will be a student showcase performance on the evening of Friday December 1 – most likely at Theory Bar. Specifics to be confirmed.
Guest instructor notice: this workshop is taught by a visiting independent artist, not a usual member of The Improv Conspiracy Theatre's teaching staff. While we trust that it will be a fantastic experience for all involved, please note that we do not directly control their curriculums, classroom protocols, etc. Additionally, our standard policy on course deferrals for internal credit does not apply, as the instructor may only be in town for an extremely limited period of time – please consider all bookings to be final.
Capacity notice: this workshop is capped at 20 participants, as opposed to our usual 16.
- Workshop Session #1Monday, November 27, 2023
12:00–4:00pmThe Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - StudioRoom 502 / 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne CBDView map & infoThis session is different than usual:
- Day of the week is different
$550
Plus online booking fee of $5
Prices include GST
Important dates, venues & times
Course calendar
- Workshop Session #1Monday, November 27, 2023
12:00–4:00pmThe Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - StudioRoom 502 / 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne CBDView map & infoThis session is different than usual:
- Day of the week is different
- Workshop Session #2Tuesday, November 28, 2023
12:00–4:00pmThe Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - StudioRoom 502 / 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne CBDView map & infoThis session is different than usual:
- Day of the week is different
- Workshop Session #3Wednesday, November 29, 2023
12:00–4:00pmThe Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - StudioRoom 502 / 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne CBDView map & infoThis session is different than usual:
- Day of the week is different
- Workshop Session #4Thursday, November 30, 2023
12:00–4:00pmThe Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - StudioRoom 502 / 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne CBDView map & infoThis session is different than usual:
- Day of the week is different
- Workshop Session #5Friday, December 1, 2023
12:00–4:00pmThe Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - StudioRoom 502 / 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne CBDView map & infoThis session is different than usual:
- Day of the week is different
Meet your teacher
Instructor Profile
Zach Zucker
ZACH ZUCKER is an award-winning performer and producer who's been touring the international comedy circuit for the past decade.
He is the creator of Stamptown, the alter-ego of New York’s greatest comedian Jack Tucker, and one half of Norwegian-American clown duo, Zach & Viggo.
Zach has sold out shows at Netflix Is A Joke, Just For Laughs, Glastonbury, Soho Theatre, Edinburgh Fringe, O2 Arena, Comedy Central, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, the West End at The London Palladium and Off-Broadway in New York City.
As a producer he’s worked with acts such as Jordan Gray, Randy Feltface, Michelle Brasier, BriTANicK, Courtney Pauroso, Martin Urbano, Ike Ufomadu, Séayoncé and many more, with the production company receiving three Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominations and one MICF Best Show Nomination in the past two years.
He will appear in the TBS reboot of The Joe Schmo Show, stars alongisde Kiernan Shipka in the MAX feature film Sweethearts, and recently wrapped an upcoming indie horror film Eugene The Marine alongside Jim Gaffigan.
He is a graduate of École Philippe Gaulier in France, frequently collaborates with funk-punk group, Thumpasaurus, and has taught clown workshops at UCB, The Groundling and Second City.
ACCOLADES
Vulture's Top Comedians You Should Know (2023)
Comedian's Comedian Award, Chortle Awards (Jack Tucker)
Top Comedy Pick, Time Out (Jack Tucker)
Top 10 Shows of 2019, Chortle (Jack Tucker)
New York Times Top Comedy Pick (Stamptown)
Evening Standard Top Comedy Pick (Stamptown)
Best Late Night Show In London, Chortle Awards (Stamptown)
Best Comedy Award, Adelaide Fringe (Zach & Viggo)
Best Comedy Award, Brighton Fringe (Zach & Viggo)
Critics Choice Award, Brighton Fringe (Zach & Viggo)
