The Stories That Made Us
Saturday, July 19th • 10 AM–1 PM (workshop) + 8 PM (showcase)
Hosted in Grey Lynn (exact location provided after signing up)
Our stories exist to be told.
Join us for a special one-day improvised storytelling course.
In this workshop, The Stories That Made Us, we will journey into the myths, legends, and fables that shaped us, the stories whispered to us as children and passed down through generations. We will explore the role of the narrator, the craft of storytelling, and the influence of magic realism in bringing these tales to life. Through guided exercises, we’ll uncover techniques to share these stories with authenticity and presence, ensuring they continue to be told, remembered, and reimagined. And just as our ancestors once gathered around the fire to share their stories, we’ll come together to weave our own tales, breathing new life into tradition.
Expect a day of rich creative exploration and cultural exchange—culminating in an optional friends-and-whānau showcase that evening for those who’d like to share what we’ve created.
This workshop + showcase has been selected for the 2025 Big Fork Improv Festival (Brisbane)—don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience it in Auckland.
📩 To get more details about pricing and signing up, email
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✨ Scholarships and payment plans available—get in touch.
👥 Participant Requirement
This workshop is for those who have completed an Intro to Improv or Improv 101 course and are familiar with the core fundamentals of Improv; or who have prior experience in theatre or storytelling.
👤 About the Instructor
Matías Avaca: an Argentine improviser living in New Zealand. He co-founded Mabel Impro and the Auckland Improv Festival, and helps driving Laenye Productions, a platform for Spanish-speaking artists. Bridging linguistic and cultural divides with his improv style, Matías's influence spans 15+ countries, further solidifying his impact on the Improv community.
💬 What people are saying
"Matías is an intelligent, intuitive teacher who has a gift for coaching people in the art form that sits beneath high-quality improv."
"Do yourself a favour and take any class he's teaching!"
"Matías brings great energy, clarity, and creativity into the room. I always leave his classes with new tools and inspiration."
"Experienced, engaging, and generous—one of the best improv teachers I've worked with."
Produced by Laenye Productions
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