Improv Openings & Initiations 3/23
2023-03-23 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Improv Hawaii’s Tiny Stage, 419 South St Suite 163, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
You want to jump in, but what do you say? This workshop will focus on building fun, detailed openings for long form sets. Players will work on discovering clear ideas and presenting strong, information-filled initiations.

Prerequisite:

Must have completed Improv 101.

Max class size:

14

Instructor:

Yosh S.

*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Improv Comedy Nerd Nite 3/25
2023-03-25 19:30 - 20:30
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 small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

Improv Comedy Jam - 3/25
2023-03-25 21:00 - 22:00
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 time, as well as the chance to laugh and learn while watching others during their block.

Come out to play or just come out to watch.

Note: Jam may last longer than an hour, depending on the number of participants.

Cost:

$5

Host:

Jose Ver

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

All participants should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Improv 101: The Basics 3/27 - 5/8
2023-03-27 19:00 - 21:30
Trying improv for the first time, or just getting back into the swing of things? This intro level set of classes is designed to give you the basic tools of improv comedy. Students will learn the value of “yes, and”-ing, listening, agreement, support, and more in a safe, non-judgmental environment. At the end of the 101 session, students will have the opportunity to perform a showcase for invited guests.

Class length: Six 2.5 hour classesClass size: 14Prerequisite: No Experience Needed

Class Dates:

Mondays: 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 Showcase on 5/8

Instructor:

Jose Ver*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Acting 101 3/28 - 4/18
2023-03-28 19:00 - 21:30
In this Acting 101 Class, students will learn the basics to laying a solid foundation for their work. Through individual and group exercises, participants will begin to identify precise wants, obstacles, and resolutions in a script. With many productions coming to film in Hawaii, this class is perfect for the curious beginner, or the seasoned actor looking to stay warm. No experience needed. Recommended for students 18 and over.At the end of this class, students will have the opportunity to showcase their work to a small group of invited guests.

Class length: 2.5 hoursPrerequisite: NoneMax class size: 10

Tuesdays 3/28, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18

Instructor:

Elizabeth “Bipsie” RianAbout the instructor: Originally from Honolulu, Elizabeth “Bipsie” Rian received her BFA in Theatre Performance from Chapman University in California. Her professional acting credits include Jane The Virgin (CW), Magnum P.I. (CBS), and most recently Jamojaya with director Justin Chon (Pachinko, Chief of War, Blue Bayou). In 2021, Bipsie starred in the original short Wasteland, which she also produced and wrote. A graduate of UH Lab in Manoa, Bipsie is thrilled to be back home working with the Hawaii TV, Film, and Theatre community.

*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Musical Improv Comedy Show - 4/1 7:30pm
2023-04-01 19:30 - 20:30
About The Show:

An improv comedy show filled with all made-up musical fun! Featuring Improv Hawaii’s house musical team, Thoroughly Modern Biggie doing an improvised musical based on a live interview by a random audience member.

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required, but are highly recommended.

Musical Improv Comedy Show - 4/1 9:00pm
2023-04-01 21:00 - 22:00

101 Improv Refresher - 4/5
2023-04-05 19:00 - 21:00
Been a while since you took 101? Looking to pull your improv skills down from the attic and blow the dust off before taking 201 or a study hall? Come join us for a 2 hour refresher course! We’ll do warm ups, play some games, get in a quick review, and run a full 101 showcase to help get your 101 groove back.

Class length: 2 hoursPrerequisite: 101Max class size: 14

Class Location:

Tiny Stage Hawaii, 419 South Street #163 Honolulu, HI 96813

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Instructor:

Kimee B.*

*instructors subject to change without notice

All participants should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Improv 201 Workshop: Find The Funny - 4/12 & 4/13
2023-04-12 19:00 - 21:00
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 “funny” of their scenes by identifying shiny objects in the opening, creating strong initiations, and listening.

Class Length:

Two 2-hour classes on Wednesday, 4/12/23 and Thursday, 4/13/23

Prerequisite: Must have completed Improv Hawaii’s 101 Series or be pre-approved by Improv Hawaii.

Class Location:

Tiny Stage Hawaii, 419 South Street #163 Honolulu, HI 96813

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Instructor:

Kimee B.*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Third Saturday Night Live! 4/15
2023-04-15 19:30 - 20:30
About:

An improvised comedy show featuring some of Honolulu’s funniest folks! It’s a new show every month!

Produced by: Anette Arinix Aga

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

Improv 201 Workshop: Heightening - 4/19 & 4/20
2023-04-19 19:00 - 21:00
In this two-day Level 201 Workshop, students will learn how to heighten scenes through tag-outs, walk-ons, second beats, and back line support.

Class Length:

Two 2-hour classes on Wednesday, 4/19/23 and Thursday, 4/20/23

Prerequisite: Must have completed Improv Hawaii’s 101 Series or be pre-approved by Improv Hawaii.

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Class Max Size: 14

Instructor: Kimee B.

*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Short Stack: Short Form Improv Comedy Show - 4/21
2023-04-21 19:30 - 20:30
It’s the short form show! An improv games extravaganza like you see on that famous improv show on TV! Come have some fun with Improv Hawaii where your suggestions create a one-of-a-kind show where all the rules are there to make you laugh.

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

Improv Comedy Nerd Nite 4/22
2023-04-22 19:30 - 20:30

Improv Comedy Jam - 4/22
2023-04-22 21:00 - 22:00

Super Beginner Improv Workshop - 4/27
2023-04-27 19:00 - 21:00
This class has sold out.

Check out our upcoming SUPER BEGINNER WORKSHOP on May 10th here.

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 through fun group games. Good for shy folks and big hams. Try something new with super fun people!

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Class Max Size: 14

Instructor: Yosh S.

*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Scratch Paper Sketch Comedy Show - 4/28
2023-04-28 19:30 - 20:30
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 keep them on our toes.

Got a sketch you wanna try out? Submit it here.

Deadline to submit an original sketch is Wednesday, April 26th.

Host:

Ixchel L.

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

May the 4th Be With You Nerd Nite - 5/4
2023-05-04 19:30 - 20:30
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. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

Musical Improv Comedy Show - 5/6
2023-05-06 19:30 - 20:30

It's An Improvised Musical JAM!
2023-05-06 21:00 - 22:00
Pump up the jams! The MUSICAL JAMS, that is! Come make up some musical funnies with fellow creatives in a safe, supportive, always fun space.

Everyone who signs up will get at least 10 minutes of jam time and the chance to laugh and learn while watching others during their block.

Come out to play, or just come out to watch.

Accompanist provided.

Note: Jam may last longer than an hour, depending on the number of participants.

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

All participants should review the improvhi house rules beforehand.

Improv 101: The Basics - 5/9-6/13
2023-05-09 19:00 - 21:30
Trying improv for the first time, or just getting back into the swing of things? This intro level set of classes is designed to give you the basic tools of improv comedy. Students will learn the value of “yes, and”-ing, listening, agreement, support, and more in a safe, non-judgmental environment. At the end of the 101 session, students will have the opportunity to perform a showcase for invited guests.

Class length: Six 2.5 hour classesClass size: 14Prerequisite: No Experience Needed

Class Dates:

Tuesdays: 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, Showcase on 6/20

Instructor:

Jose Ver*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

*****Super Beginner Improv Workshop MOVED to 6/7*****
2023-05-10 19:00 - 21:00
This class is available on June 7th. Go to 6/7 Super Beginner Workshop to register!

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 through fun group games. Good for shy folks and big hams. Try something new with super fun people!

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Class Max Size: 14

Instructor: Jose V.

*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

***Class Postponed*** Acting Workshop: Self Tapes - 5/15
2023-05-15 19:00 - 21:00
***This class is being moved to a later date. Please check back for updates.***

In the “fun world” of auditioning, it seems the SELF TAPE is here to stay. In this acting workshop, students will learn the ins and outs of self-taping, including:

Set up – Ring light? No ring light? What if I’m traveling?

Readers and Coaching – In person? Over facetime? Should I ask my Grandma to help me?

Memorization – Yes? No? HELP!

Basic Technique – Where do I look? WHERE DO I LOOK?!

Editing and Submitting – Wait…I gotta edit this too?

Students will walk away from this workshop feeling much more confident in their self-tape work and ready to focus on the most crucial aspect: THE SCENE.

Instructor:

Elizabeth “Bipsie” R.*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Max class size:

14

(Please note that since this is more of a technical workshop, not all participants will get up to do a scene.)

Improv 301: The Harold (must have completed 201) - 5/17, 5/18, 5/24
2023-05-17 19:00 - 21:30
In this 3-day Advanced Workshop, students will focus on heightening, patterns, third beats and group games to put together a “Harold” showcase.

Students will learn the value of “yes, and”-ing, listening, agreement, support, and more in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

At the end of the session, students will have the opportunity to perform a show on Friday, May 26th at Tiny Stage.

Classes:

5/17, 5/18, 5/24

Parking:

Metered, street or paid structure (sorry, we do not validate)

Instructor:

Kimee B.*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Short Stack: Short Form Improv Comedy Show - 5/19
2023-05-19 19:30 - 20:30

Third Saturday Night Live! - 5/20
2023-05-20 19:30 - 20:30

Short Form Improv Workshop - 5/25
2023-05-25 19:00 - 21:00
Got a craving for short form improv? You know…like the games you see on the TV show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” This workshop is 100% games! Students will play a variety of short form games, including ones seen in our Saturday shows. The class will explore the different genres of games and go over the underlying concepts that make them successful and fun.

Max class size:

14

Instructor:

Yosh S.

*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.

Masks are not required but highly recommended.

The Harold Show! - 5/26
2023-05-26 19:30 - 20:30
Ever seen a Harold? No, not that guy you always see at the laundromat who takes everybody’s clothes out of the dryer so he can put his own in… We’re talking about an improv show where the audience gives one simple suggestion, and the players take that suggestion and weave it into a full comedy show on the spot. It’s a can’t miss, and you won’t have to miss it because you can buy tickets right here!

Every show is different. We promise you’ve never seen this one before…

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

Improv Comedy Nerd Nite - 5/27
2023-05-27 19:30 - 20:30
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 small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions.

Parking:

Street, metered and paid parking in nearby surrounding garages. Sorry, we do not validate.

Doors open 15 minutes before the show begins.Masks are not required but highly recommended.

Improv Comedy Jam - 5/27
2023-05-27 21:00 - 22:00

201: Improv Characters Workshop - 5/31
2023-05-31 19:00 - 21:00
In this Intermediate Characters Workshop participants will practice developing dynamic new characters within comedic improvised scenes. Students will continue to explore physicality, voice, emotion, status, and more. Discover what you didn’t know was in your character wheelhouse!

Prerequisites:

Some improv experience is required.

Max class size:

14

Instructor:

Kimee B.

*instructors subject to change without warning

All participants should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.
