improv & sketch comedy in hawaii
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 […]
About The Show:An improvised night of comedy based on all things gloriously nerdy!Produced by: Jose VerEntrance: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 […]
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 building relationships, identifying patterns, heightening within the scene, and exploring group games.At the end of the 201 session, students […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 own Matt Soriano, this one-hour adventure will have you rolling with laughter (and maybe rolling for initiative).Time:7:00pm – 8:00pmEntrance:The entrance is on South Street between […]
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 […]
About The Show:An improvised night of comedy based on all things gloriously nerdy!Produced by: Jose VerEntrance: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 […]
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: NoneMax class size: 16Instructor:Jose Ver*instructors subject to change without noticeEntrance:The entrance is on […]
Ever wanted to make up a song on the spot? Now’s your chance! Join us for a fun, low-pressure musical improv workshop, where you'll learn how to create songs out of thin air—no script, no sheet music, and absolutely no experience required!Whether you’re a total beginner, a shower-singing superstar, or an improv newbie, this workshop […]
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 will keep you laughing, gasping, and wondering, “Did they really just make that up?”This is long-form improv at its finest, where stories unfold, worlds are […]
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. […]
This course is an introduction to the philosophy on sketch comedy, specifically using "the game" to write short comedic scenes. Each week, students will engage in writing exercises that will explore different sketch formats. Students will be exposed to different methods for turning funny ideas into even funnier written sketches! Students will leave the class with an understanding […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
