The Old Dance Hall Players

Simcoe County's best Improv Comedy!

Upcoming Happenings

At Old Dancehall Players, our one-of-a-kind Theater events and performances are a result of the hard work and dedication of our incredible staff and acclaimed performers. Check out our calendar and see what’s coming up this season, we guarantee you’ll find an event that gets your artistic juices flowing.

Look Before You Leap Year

February 28, 2020

Join the Old Dancehall Players for the LAST DAY ON EARTH... (before the Leap Year).

This momentus occasion only happens once every 4 years, so let ODH prep you with laughter for the event you'll only experience 25 times in your lifetime.

7pm doors, 8pm Show
Fri Feb 28th

Ferndale Banquet Hall (24 Ferndale Industrial Drive, Barrie, L4N 9W2)

$20 tickets (Cash to a troupe member, or online: https://bit.ly/31nMATF)

General seating, so arrive early!
Recommended min. age: 16yrs

Buy Tickets

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Beginner Drop-in

Monday, January 6, 2020

Terrified? Excited? Curious?

You're in the right place!

Come join ODH's Kristen Keller for a fun night of lessons and games for beginners or those who are looking to brush up on the basics of improvisation.

Who can take this class?
Adults- 18+, but if you think you have a teen that is mature enough, give us a shout.

Do I need to be funny?
Heck, no! Scenes are usually funnier when you're actually NOT trying to be funny.

Who's teaching?
ODH's own Kristen Keller! Check out the bottom of the event description for her bio.

Is she scary?
Heck, no! Kristen believes improv can be performed and enjoyed by anyone, and that our mistakes can be the greatest gifts!

How much does it cost?
$15 in advance
or
$20 at the door

Have other Questions?
Call or text: 519-272-3872
or
Email:

Note: Usually classes sell-out quickly though, so don't hesitate, as class size will be maximum 16 students.

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Kristen Keller is a professional actor and improviser who completed the improvisation program at Toronto's Second City, has trained with "Whose Line Is It Anyway"'s musical improviser Laura Hall, and who currently performs with Orillia's 'Old Dance Hall Players'.
Keller has performed and taught with improv troupes in Toronto, London, Orillia and Barrie, and has 12 years teaching experience as well as starting an improv school in Stratford.

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Intermediate Drop-in

Monday, January 13, 2020

Have improv experience?

You're in the right place!

Come join ODH's Kristen Keller for a fun night of lessons and games for intermediate/experienced improvisers.
This class will be for people with experience in improvising, so that we can jump right in and start playing.

Looking to brush up on the basics? Come out for Mon Jan 6th for our Beginner's Drop-In, or Wed Jan 8th for our 5-class Beginner Sessions.

Who can take this class?
Adults- 18+, but if you think you have a teen that is mature enough, give us a shout.

Have other Questions?
Call or text: 519-272-3872
or
Email:

Note: Classes can sell-out quickly though, so don't hesitate, as class size will be maximum 16 students.

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Kristen Keller is a professional actor and improviser who completed the improvisation program at Toronto's Second City, has trained with "Whose Line Is It Anyway"'s musical improviser Laura Hall, and who currently performs with Orillia's 'Old Dance Hall Players'.
Keller has performed and taught with improv troupes in Toronto, London, Orillia and Barrie, and has 12 years teaching experience as well as starting an improv school in Stratford.

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Improv 101 Beginner Sessions

Wednesday, January 8, 2020

You asked for it, so here it is!
Join ODH troupe member Kristen Keller for a series of 5 fun-filled evenings of Improv lessons!

What will I learn?
Through exercises and game-playing, students will begin with a review of the basic foundations of improv, and will progress to skills aimed at increasing focus, concentration and listening, as well as faster thinking, and becoming an all-around better improviser.
A great way to have fun, loosen-up and boost your confidence.

Who can take this class?
Beginners, or those looking to brush up on the basics, ages 18+

Do I need to be funny?
Heck, no! Scenes are usually funnier when you're actually NOT trying to be funny.

Who's teaching?
ODH's own Kristen Keller! Check out the bottom of the event description for her bio

When/Where is it?
WEDNESDAYS for 5-weeks
Jan 8, 15, 29, Feb 5, 12 (note: there is no class on Jan 22)
7-9pm
St. Paul's, 62 Peter Street N, Orillia

How much does it cost?
$80 Early Bird (until Dec 31st)
$95 Regular (as of Jan 1st)

Usually classes sell-out quickly though, so don't hesitate, as class size will be maximum 16 students.

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Kristen Keller is a professional actor and improviser who completed the improvisation program at Toronto's Second City, has trained with "Whose Line Is It Anyway"'s musical improviser Laura Hall, and who currently performs with Orillia's 'Old Dance Hall Players'.
Keller has performed and taught with improv troupes in Toronto, London, Orillia and Barrie, and has 12 years teaching experience as well as starting an improv school in Stratford.
For more info on Kristen check out her IMDb site: http://www.imdb.me/kristenkeller, or email her directly: