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The Bad Dog Theatre Company is an improvisational theatre company based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, established in 2003. [1] [2] The theatre produces a range of shows, emphasizing short-form improv, but also exploring other improvisational techniques[ citation needed].
The theatre regularly hosts Theatresports shows and long form improv events like the Harold Night at the Bad Dog. [3] [4] It has also introduced parody shows in Toronto, such as Hairy Patter and the Improviser's Stone. [5]
Several of the theatre's productions have been nominated for Canadian Comedy Awards[ citation needed], and the theatre on Danforth Avenue in Toronto has received recognition from NOW Magazine. [6]
The Bad Dog Theatre Company traces its roots back to 1982 as Theatresports Toronto. [7] [2] The company's foundational work was influenced by director and playwright, Keith Johnstone[ citation needed]. They presented weekly improvisational comedy shows at Harbourfront[ citation needed].
Notable alumni from this period include Mike Myers, Tim Sims, Bruce Hunter, and Colin Mochrie. [2]
Theatresports Toronto underwent several venue changes in the 1990s[ citation needed]. In 2003, the organization rebranded as The Bad Dog Theatre Company. [2]
The Bad Dog Theatre Company currently provides classes and stages comedy shows in Toronto. [8] [9]