megansmakingit @ gmail.com
MEGAN PHILLIPS
Comedian. Actor. Singer. Writer. Daydream Believer. Cat Briber.
LCL (Lawn Chair Laughs) Presents:
WRITE. YOUR. SHOW.
a solo show creation lab
✨ in-person 2-day workshop with award-winning Vancouver-based solo artist Megan Phillips ✨
🌐 Saskatoon, SK • May 23 & 24, 2026
Love Fleabag? Every Brilliant Thing? The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe? Everything Hannah Gadsby has ever touched?
Maybe you're an artist who's never quite fit the mold of the auditioning actor. Maybe you're a stand-up comedian craving something deeper beyond laughs per minute. Or maybe you're simply bursting with a story and have no idea where to start.
In any case—you belong here.
In this weekend intensive, you’ll learn how to:
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Find the idea that actually wants to become your show
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Shape it into a clear, compelling structure
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Generate original material in your unique voice
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Build a process that works for you (and not against you)
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Share your work in a supportive, low-pressure environment
This isn’t just theory. It’s a mix of guided exercises, writing time, discussion, and one-on-one coaching—so you leave with real material, not just good intentions.
You can arrive with a fully formed idea, or absolutely nothing at all. All levels of experience are welcome. Truly.
All you need to bring is curiosity, openness, and a desire to communicate something on stage.
(And yes—cue cards, the small ones. But they're really easy to find, and sometimes I have extra.)
Creative work is one of the most powerful ways to process what’s on your mind, in your heart, and moving through your body - and gatekeepers need not be a part of that.
Your story isn’t too much. It’s not too weird. It’s not too late.
It’s time.
Your investment in yourself is priceless!
And here's the details!
📅 Sat May 23 & Sun May 24
🕓 10am-4pm
📌 Art Bar (229 20th St W, Saskatoon, SK)
💰 $397 Early Bird (ends April 15) / $497 Regular
All prices are in CAD and do not include taxes.
$397- Early Bird (ends April 15/2026)
$497 -Regular
**scholarships and bursaries available on a first come, first serve basis.
Your Instructor:
MEGAN PHILLIPS
Megan Phillips is an award-winning comedian, writer, director, actor, singer, songwriter, creative coach and bio-writer based in Vancouver, BC who has been teaching solo show classes with Fringe God TJ Dawe since 2017. She has written and toured shows across North America (Periscope, Not Enough, Strapless Comedy). Perhaps her fanciest accomplishment is the musical song cycle People Suck – co-written with Peter Cavell, winner of Best of Toronto Fringe, Patron's Pick, and optioned by Second City Theatricals, it has been produced by Salty Theatre at Theatre Works St Kilda in Melbourne, AUS. She has created and toured over 100 performances of 5 solo shows and counting.
A Vancouver, Canada-raised human and wombat-lover, she used her BA in Music and MA in Musical Theatre to teach musical theatre, singing, and drama for 15 years, but now focuses mainly on coaching creatives to make things. (YOU CAN MAKE THE THING, SHE PROMISES!) She does stand-up, improv and sketch, most notably as the creator and show runner of Vancouver's Friendliest Comedy, andThe Anxiety Show, a comedy show where she can be seen calling feelings and supporting others to turn their personal demons into ha-has and lolz. Her creative wheelhouse is taking big feelings and making beautiful art and comedy out of them. Because otherwise, what's it all for?
TESTIMONIALS
Vivian Tang
improvisor/designer
I recently took singing lessons with Megan and had a wonderful experience. I haven't taken lessons since high school and I was a bit anxious about going. But Megan was very helpful and friendly. Throughout our lessons she would check in with me about how I felt after an exercise and whether I think it's helping or not. One of the major improvements I made was using my breath properly. This allowed me to sing with a much fuller sound. Within a few lessons I noticed a huge improvement!
I high recommend Megan for vocal lessons. She is super helpful, funny, and supportive.
Nancy Kenny
actor/writer/producer/social media & arts marketing professional
It's hard to define what makes Megan Phillips' teaching style so good. You think you're going in for a simple singing lesson, but it turns into a masterclass on breath, voice, humanity, and art. Your brain explodes, your heart opens and, before you know it, you're singing notes and melodies you'd only dreamed of. She has been the perfect teacher to help develop my skills, increase my confidence, and build a toolbox of concrete techniques that I can apply to songs she carefully curated to my vocal range. If you're looking for a singing teacher, you absolutely cannot go wrong by studying with Megan!
Rob Stubbs
animator
I can't even begin to describe my good fortune in meeting Megan. For as long as I can remember, I've had difficulty feeling confident with my voice, and was always undecided when it came to seeking the right instructor or institution. There was no hesitance or question at all that Megan was the right person for the job. She is experienced, insightful, funny, creative, driven, patient, and dedicated. (can't understate that last detail enough!) You can really tell that she loves what she does, and really stands with her students to help them build their confidence and vocal performance skills. Everything I've learned thus far has been nothing short of enriching, and while I can't wait to be an even better singer/performer, I always look forward to every lesson with Megan, because she truly makes the journey the best part.
Laura Burke
actor/writer
I was hesitant to take singing lessons for fear that I didn't have "natural" talent. Megan taught me that a beautiful voice can be learned through practice and correct instruction. Not only is Megan an excellent practical vocal coach but she is a superb human being. We worked together via many pathways of great vocal training. Physical, mental and emotional factors can come into play. And Megan is suited to help bring out your natural beautiful voice. I learned a lot and even got rid of old trauma whilst finding my voice. It was a true joy.
