The Bechdel Test
May 4 - June 22
Available spots
Service Description
Inspired by the Bechdel Test—coined by American cartoonist Alison Bechdel to highlight how rarely women in film talk to each other about something other than a man—this 8-week workshop explores gender representation in improvised storytelling. We’ll be working on The Bechdel Test format, created by Lisa Rowland. In this format, three female characters take the lead, and we explore their rich, complex, and multifaceted lives through improvised snapshots. Rather than leaning into stereotypes, this format celebrates the beauty of everyday human moments—deep friendships, quiet revelations, and the kind of scenes that feel both real and resonant. Join us as we challenge old tropes, stretch our narrative muscles, and create space for more honest, human, and inclusive stories on stage. 8 weeks, 16 hours of class time, and 1 show! May 4th - June 22nd Sundays 3:00pm-5:00pm ACCESSIBILITY INFO: The main entrance is the ground floor. The door is wide enough to accommodate a standardized wheelchair and electric wheelchair. Our main lobby, bar and theatre are wheelchair accessible. Our stage is not as it is raised about 4 inches off the ground. Our bathrooms are not wheelchair accessible. The closest wheelchair accessible washroom is at the Mount Pleasant Community Centre, across the street from the theatre. Their hours of operations are Monday-Friday, 6 am to 10 pm, Saturday, 8 am to 6 pm, and Sunday, 9 am to 6 pm. If you have further concerns or questions regarding accessibility during workshops, please email education@tightropetheatre.com.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Full Refund: If Tightrope needs to cancel a class due to illness, or low registration, you will be refunded in full. If you cancel your registration 72 hours or more before the course start date, you will receive a full refund, with the exception of The First Step which is non refundable. Partial Refund: If you cancel your registration within 72 hours of the class starting you may receive: 100% Credit 50% Refund No Refund: Once the course has begun there will be no refunds issued. Exceptions will be made in the case of death, serious injury or serious illness. The First Step is non refundable, however you may switch the date of your registration up to 1 time. *Eventbrite's fees are non-refundable
Contact Details
Tightrope Impro Theatre, Main Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
inquiries@tightropetheatre.com