improv & sketch comedy in hawaii
Come watch our student-led groups workshop their latest sketches in the Improv Hawai’i Scratch Paper Sketch Comedy Show! This is a great way for audience members to get some serious belly laughs, for prospective students to see how to take their next step, and for experienced writers to see innovative forms of our craft to […]
In this 201-level improv class, you’ll dive into the Deleted Scenes format—where improvisers take inspiration from a real movie and bring to life the scenes that never made the final cut. Using strong character work, creative scene transitions, and dynamic storytelling, you’ll learn how to build an engaging, movie-inspired improv show from scratch. If you’ve […]
Two teams. One tiny stage. Endless laughs. Watch as two improv teams step into the "ring" for an epic battle of wit and creativity! Each team gets 15 minutes to bring their best, and YOU, the audience, decide who takes home the EPIC TINY STAGE TINY TROPHY. It’s fast, it’s fun, and it’s fiercely funny. […]
About The Show: It’s time for another special-themed Nerd Nite! We’ll be traveling to Middle Earth for some ridiculous, improvised Lord of the Rings adventures. We encourage you to come dressed in your best Middle Earth garb to get in the spirit! Produced by: Jose Ver Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and […]
Step into the world of fast-paced, high-energy improv with a one-night workshop focused on short form games—the kind made famous by Whose Line Is It Anyway? This class is all about jumping in, having fun, and discovering the joy of thinking on your feet. Prerequisite: None Max class size: 16 Instructor: Jose Ver *instructors subject […]
This workshop is for improvisers who have completed Improv 201 or have equivalent experience and are ready to refine their character skills at a deeper level. Through targeted exercises and scene work, you’ll strengthen your ability to create dynamic, compelling, and consistently funny characters that enhance your storytelling and performance. This class will focus on: […]
Get ready for a full night of unscripted brilliance as some of the sharpest improvisers take the stage for The Long Tall Improv Show—a marathon of long-form improv comedy that […]
About The Show: It’s a comedy rap battle like no other—four non-rappers dropping bars about totally non-rappery things. From awkward first dates to weird snack habits, nothing is off-limits and […]
Take your improv skills to the next level in this dynamic 301 class, where we’ll focus on amplifying the fun of a scene through tag-outs, group games, and back-line support. […]
Wanna try some improv, but don’t feel like you’re ready? Well…you’re definitely ready for this class! Trust us! In this SUPER BEGINNER WORKSHOP you’ll learn the very basics of improv […]
About: Pump up the jams! Come improvise with fellow creatives in a safe, supportive and always fun space. Everyone who signs up will get at least 10 minutes of jam […]
Two teams. One tiny stage. Endless laughs. Watch as two improv teams step into the "ring" for an epic battle of wit and creativity! Each team gets 15 minutes to […]
Embark on an epic quest filled with laughter at Yes, and Dragons!—a brand-new improvised comedy show where improv meets the magical world of Dungeons & Dragons! Created by Improv Hawaiʻi’s […]
Get ready for a full night of unscripted brilliance as some of the sharpest improvisers take the stage for The Long Tall Improv Show—a marathon of long-form improv comedy that […]
About The Show: An improvised night of comedy based on all things gloriously nerdy!Produced by: Jose Ver Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down […]
This class will take the tools learned in our 101 Basics class and apply them to comedic long-form improv scenes. Students will dive deep into finding the interesting or the […]
This class has been rescheduled to June 11th & June 18th! We’ve locked in new dates, and we’d love to see you there.Grab your spot here: https://improvhi.com/event/2025-06-11-tv-film-improv/
Write like it’s Saturday night! In this fast-paced, 4-week course, you’ll dive headfirst into the world of late night comedy writing- crafting the kind of sharp, timely material you’d see […]
About The Show: An improvised night of comedy based on a galaxy far, far away! Produced by: Jose Ver Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. […]
Hop into The ImprovHI Scene Machine*—our fast-paced, one-night drop-in built to get you in, up, and playing. This improv workout is all about doing the reps: long form scenes, with […]