Embezzlement Comedy
Official Website of Embezzlement
an improv comedy supergroup from Vancouver, BC.
The group formed in 2022 and focuses on high-energy, long-form improvisation built on solid foundations, original characters, and interesting stories. We are enthusiastic about exploring different forms, from exciting openings to Harolds, so each beat, game, and scene feels fresh and entirely unpredictable. Although the name might suggest otherwise, no financial offences take place on our stage; instead, you get top-quality, unscripted theatre that leaves you asking, "Did they really just come up with that on the spot?"
The ensemble, which is headed by Jullian Kolstee, includes Malcolm McLeod, Sinead Grewcock, Caitlin Maira, Ryan Bell, Bryan Clark, and Trista Peterson. Eachmember as well as the group as a whole have trained and performed with a number of the most respected comedy Organizations and Spaces such as JFL Vancouver, The Second City Toronto, Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB), The Annoyance Theatre, Blind Tiger Comedy, Rapid Fire Theatre, and The Improv Centre.
You can often see our main monthly show, A Night of Embezzlement, at places such at China Cloud and Chill x Studio.
Check out our upcoming show dates, grab your tickets, and come experience our embezzling charm.
Jullian Kolstee
With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. They set the tone for everything we do.
Director
Malcolm McLeod
Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.
Producer
ImproviserSinead Grewcock
Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience.
ImproviserTrista Peterson
Trista Peterson is an extremely talented improviser with a keen sense of comedy and a background in acting. She is frequently praised for her outstanding narrative performances with The Spontaneous Shakespeare Company and is skilled at increasing both the dramatic and comic elements of any story.
ImproviserCaitlin Maira
Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience.
ImproviserBryan Clark
Bryan Clark is a well-established member of Vancouver's long-form improv scene and has brought a great deal of experience and stability to the Embezzlement troupe. He is good at building solid foundations and creating realistic relationships that let the more chaotic characters in the rest of the group stand out.
ImproviserRyan Bell
Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience.