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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: 16 Instructor: Andal *instructors subject to change without warning […]
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 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 […]
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 everything is made up on the spot. Beats. Rhymes. Zero street cred. Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down […]