UP 40th Anniversary Event Performances
Join us for an incredible week of improvised performances featuring current and former ensemble members and some surprise guests. Let’s commemorate our 40th anniversary of improv in style! We would be delighted if you could join us for this special occasion.
6/18 – SUN 7 pm Juneteenth: Past, Present, Future
We are kicking off our Anniversary events with a celebration of Juneteenth featuring the show “Juneteenth: Past, Present, Future” hosted by Selena Whitaker-Paquiet. The show will showcase performances by 206 Zulu, Northwest Tap Connection, The Rhapsody Project, and Unexpected Productions Improv.
6/21 – WED 8 pm Duo Allstars
Pairs of alumni and current ensemble members will take the stage to perform improvisation based on your suggestions, creating a magical experience.
6/22 – THUR 8 pm Loose Cannons Invitational
During the night, four invited guest groups will showcase their distinct styles, which will be brought to life with recommendations from the audience.
6/23 – FRI 6 pm 40th Anniversary Happy Hour
The Improv Happy Hour show offers a variety of improv styles, ranging from movie, literature, or play genres to experimental and risky comical forms. It’s like a sampler platter of improv entertainment!!
6/23 – FRI 7:30 pm Stories and Scenes with Rich Hawkins
Join monologist Rich Hawkins and UP performers for a collaborative and spontaneous night of fun, truth, and fiction. The audience is an integral part of this unique experience.
6/23 – FRI 9:30 pm Alumni Theatresports
Alumni and ensemble members divide into two groups and perform funny stories, scenes, songs, and fast-paced improv games spontaneously and in real-time.
6/24 – SAT 6 pm The Love Handlers
Come see a spectacular show featuring Randy Dixon, Floyd Vanbuskirk, and Dan O’Connor, three seasoned improvisers who will create spontaneous scenes for your entertainment. With a combined 100 years of experience in improv, this performance promises to be nothing short of amazing.
6/24 – SAT 7:30pm 40th Alumni TheatreSports
Alumni and ensemble members break into two teams creating hilarious stories, scenes, songs, and fast-paced improv games, all on the spot and in the moment.
6/24 – SAT 9:30 pm Alumni Theatresports
Alumni and ensemble members divide into two groups and perform funny stories, scenes, songs, and fast-paced improv games spontaneously and in real-time.
6/25 – SUN 7 pm Improv Jam
Join us for a fun-filled evening of humor, enjoyment, and joy as the Unexpected Productions ensemble members and alumni collaborate with the audience.
