Moving from "Yeah, but..." to "Yes, and!"
Workshops for a more collaborative workplace

Collaboration...
... doesn’t just bring people together; it unites them. It’s what moves workplace teams forward, boosting engagement, innovation, and efficiency. It shifts perspective. It shapes culture.
imagine...
... an office space that is vibrant with discussion and laughter. A meeting room where people feel heard, are empowered to speak up, and where innovative ideas emerge. This is what collaboration looks, sounds and feels like.
That kind of team culture doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through intentional moments of connection. When trust grows, so does creativity. When people feel safe, they show up with more courage, care, and curiosity. And when that happens, everything shifts. Let’s create that shift together.
Ame-Lia Tamburrini said...
Brett is talented at creating safe spaces for people to step outside their comfort zone and be vulnerable. I love how she seamlessly weaves the core principles of Improv into personal and professional development. You emerge a better human and don’t even know it because you were laughing the whole time.
Hi! I am Brett Macdonald...
Hi! I am brett macdonald ...
I am passionate about bringing people together. My work, rooted in improv theatre, brings teams together to connect, collaborate and drive workplace performance. My method merges my experience in education and the arts. Through laughter and the power of play, my workshops offer an opportunity to shape - or reshape - essential business skills, comradery and culture. I love bringing people together, to help them feel valued, heard and connected... and to help them laugh. Like really laugh! Laugh with deep belly laughs that make your cheeks hurt! Because I believe laughter breaks down barriers - both within yourself and within a group.

Here's how!
A short interactive session focused on joyful energy and connection. A creative and laughter-filled way to kickoff, wrap-up or regroup during a large event.
An interactive session (1 to 3 hours) focused on deepening connections, building trust and coming together. A fun and impactful session to start off a retreat, meeting or strategy day.
An interactive session (half-day or full-day) tailored to your team’s needs. A day of varied activities that focus on connection, trust, communication and your team’s growth.

Applied Improv as a Workplace Tool
What improv teaches us is what workplaces need. Improv builds skills that have a lasting impact; it offers a skill set rooted in spontaneity and adaptability. Improv teaches us how to think on our feet, how to listen and observe what’s happening around us, and most importantly, how to respond.
Improv: A Fresh Approach
Improv: a fresh approach
Does the thought of Improv give you sweaty palms? Maybe it reminds you of the show Whose Line is it Anyway? You’re not alone in those reactions! And yet, improv is so much more than a comedic performance.
Improv is about using the skills of listening, spontaneity, creativity and curiosity to collaborate and create stories with others.
Frequently asked...
Frequently asked...
Lara Scott, TEDxRRU Curator and Director said...
Brett’s contribution to our TEDx event was significant. Her ability and approach to engaging and captivating the audience between speakers was nothing short of brilliant. Brett possesses a rare talent for reading the room and adapting seamlessly. Her interactive style not only engaged and entertained, but also connected with our audience on a deeper level, creating memories that many attendees commented on as a highlight.
Work With Me
Not quite sure what your team needs? Here's what we can do:
- Schedule a call with me to discuss your needs
- I'll design a customized workshop experience for your team
- Watch your team reconnect and build collaboration
Allison Benner, Career Services UVic said...
It was great to work with Brett – she did a careful evaluation of our needs and developed a set of workshop activities that engaged all participants and that have a clear application to our work. Her workshop was a great professional development opportunity for our team!
Now's a good time for us to start the conversation!
Allow me to create a customized workshop experience, and witness your team find connection and build collaboration.