Improv Classes

Why Take Improv?

Ready to shake things up? At The Improv School, Seattle’s biggest and boldest improv school, you’ll unlock creativity, confidence, and the superpower of thinking fast on your feet. In this fun, interactive process, you’ll gain self-confidence, sharpen your communication skills, and master the art of teamwork—whether you’re building a scene from scratch or navigating real life.

From day one, you’re on your feet diving into hilarious exercises and skill-packed games, all in a wildly supportive environment led by our experienced (and genuinely awesome) faculty.

We teach the basics of improv—but here’s the secret: it’s not just for performers. These skills will level you up as a collaborator, communicator, problem solver, and even just as a better human. Whether you’re here to conquer stage fright, crush it at work, meet new people, or just HAVE A BLAST, we got you.

Get ready to:

  • Tell stories on the fly
  • Boost your creativity
  • Build confidence
  • Meet your new crew
  • Become a sharper listener & teammate
  • Solve problems like a boss
  • And yeah… have ridiculous fun while doing it

Our education program is the most established improv school in the region, with 7 levels of classes, 4 quarters a year, plus specialty workshops like musical improv, physical improv, acting for improvisers, improvised Shakespeare, storytelling, sketch, stand-up, and more, taught by world-class instructors.

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Classes

Unexpected Productions’ Market Theater

1428 Post Alley
Seattle, WA 98101

The Improv School – Georgetown Studios

650 South Orcas, Suite 101
Seattle WA 98108

The Improv School – Issaquah and The Clown Garage

1315 NW Mall Street, Ste. 4
Issaquah WA 98027

Fall Improv Class Schedule 2026
Improv 100
9/26-11/14
Saturdays 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
650 S Orcas St Room 217
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9/27 -11/15
Sundays 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
5700 6th Ave S, Suite 109, Seattle, WA, 98108
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9/28 - 11/16
Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave S, Suite 109, Seattle, WA, 98108
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9/29 - 11/17
Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 Seattle 98108
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9/30 -11/18
Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 Seattle 98108
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10/1 - 11/19
Thursdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave S, Suite 109, Seattle, WA, 98108
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Improv 200
9/27 - 11/15
Sunday 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
650 S Orcas RM 217 Seattle WA 98108
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9/28-11/16
Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
650 S Orcas RM 217 Seattle WA 98108
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9/29-11/17
Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
650 S Orcas RM 217 Seattle WA 98108
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10/1 - 11/19
Thursdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
650 S Orcas RM 217 Seattle WA 98108
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Improv 300
9/27-11/15
Sundays 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
5700 6th Ave S, Suite 109, Seattle, WA, 98108
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9/29-11/17
Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave S, Suite 109, Seattle, WA, 98108
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10/1-11/19
Thursdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave S, Suite 109, Seattle, WA, 98108
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Improv 400
9/27-11/15
Sundays 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
650 S Orcas Suite 101 Seattle 981016
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9/29-11/17
Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 Seattle, WA 98108
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Improv 500
9/28-11/16
Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
650 S Orcas Suite 101 Seattle 98108
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Improv 600
9/28-11/16
Mondays 7:00 PM -9:30 PM
5700 6th Ave St, Suite 109, The Jill Farris Playground Stage
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10/4-11/22
Sunday 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101
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Improv 700: Advanced Rehearsal and Performance
9/23-10/28
Wed. 7:00
650 S Orcas Suite 101 98108
The Market Theater: 1428 Post Alley 98101
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11/4-12/9
Wed. 7:00
650 S Orcas Suite 101 98108
The Market Theater: 1428 Post Alley 98101
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Issaquah Fall Improv Class Schedule 2026
Improv Fundamentals ISSAQUAH
Mondays 7:00pm - 9:00pm
1315 NW Mall Street, Suite 4, Issaquah, WA 98027
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The Clown Garage with Mick Holsbeke Class Schedule 2026
Free Animal Mask with Emily McHugh
7/27 5 PM - 8:30 PM
1315 NW Mall Street, Suite 4, Issaquah, WA 98027
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Mime and Improv in Action  Starting 9/3 7:00 pm -9:00pm

Mimes are able to create full environments and objects using only their skill and imagination. How do they do it?  This class will show you. What if you could build an entire world on stage using nothing but your body and imagination? In this dynamic and playful class, you’ll discover how mime techniques and physical improv can transform empty space into vivid environments filled with objects, characters, and stories.

Through guided exercises and performance games, you’ll learn the foundational tools mimes use to create invisible walls, lift imaginary objects, define environments, and communicate clearly without speaking. These skills will deepen your physical awareness, sharpen your stage presence, and give you powerful new ways to express ideas in improv scenes.

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Acting for Improvisers with Cynthia Lair Starting 9/7 7:00 pm -9:00 pm

Bring your improvised scenes to life and experience what it means to fully inhabit the characters you create.

This 2-week intensive is designed to give improvisers space to practice techniques that can help bring a more authenticity to improvised scenes. Bringing acting skills to improv builds the connection between characters and forms more compelling stories for the audience. Learning how to stay present is essential. We will explore moment-to-moment work in scenes and practice how we pursue action and allow reaction through discovery. These skills are a must for improvisers who want to reach for more meaningful characters and stories.

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The Art of Dread: Improvised Horror with Tim Harahan, Starting 9/8 7:00 pm -9:00 pm

Over four weeks, we’ll explore the core elements of improvised horror.  The audience won’t fear for people they don’t care about, so we’ll start by working on how to make the audience care as quickly as possible.  Then we’ll introduce suspense, monsters, and the Dread Triangle (like the fire triangle, but for fear) to bring the thrill of fear into your play.  Add some work on editing, to tell big stories that keep the audience leaning forward, and you’ll have the foundations of great spooky season play.  Whatever genre of horror you love, these tools can help you thrill and delight.

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Improv & Storytelling for Business Professionals with Melissa Reaves, Starting 9/23, 7:00pm -9:00pm

Captivate Your Audiences, Customers, and Coworkers Through The Power of Improvised Business Storytelling

As a business owner, founder, or rising-star executive, when someone asks you, “How did you get into this line of work?” How do you answer that question? Do you meander and produce a LinkedIn resume response? Does nervousness about public speaking get the best of you? Or, do you want to share a story that shows your WHY- you-do-what-you-do-instantly, but don’t know how to start it?

This is where your refined storytelling skills come into play

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Improvised Puppetry with Elizabeth West, Starting 10/4  7:00 pm -9:00 pm

In this playful, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of improvised puppetry, including focus, puppet manipulation, character creation, and how to make an audience completely forget there’s a human operating the thing.

Puppetry is also a surprisingly great way to level up your improv. By exploring how a puppet moves, reacts, communicates, and develops its own strange little personality, you’ll discover new ways to use your body, make stronger character choices, and get out of your own head. Like mask work, puppetry gives you permission to become someone, or something, completely different. Expect experimentation, spontaneous scenes, physical comedy, weird voices, unexpected characters, and a lot of play.

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Date Night – Playful Connections: An Improv Workshop For Couples  11/7  3:00 pm -5:00 pm

A joyful improv experience for couples and friends who want to laugh, connect, and grow closer.

Looking for a date night that’s more than just dinner and a movie? Jump into Playful Connections, a high-energy, two-hour workshop experience for couples and friends who want to laugh, connect, and grow closer.

This light-hearted class focuses on the adventure of teamwork. Using the world-renowned philosophy developed by Unexpected Productions and ensemble member Sara McMahon, you’ll explore the practice of being present and available to your scene partner, because in improvisation, if your scene partner looks great, so do you!

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Creating Stage-Worthy Personal Stories Workshop with Kent Whipple, Starting 1/9/27, 3:00pm -5:00pm

Unleash your inner storyteller and captivate your audience, whether it’s in a professional setting, among friends and family, or on stage. Gain confidence and bring your stories to life. Share your unique narrative and make a lasting impression.
Learn the power of personal storytelling and the art of vulnerability in this fun 8-week class. Develop relatable, engaging, and entertaining personal stories from your life experiences. The workshop explores the art of oral storytelling, including story creation, enhancement, and presentation. You’ll learn simple, practical story guidelines and step-by-step tools to create honest and incredible stories.

This is where your refined storytelling skills come into play

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Teen Improv Class Summer 26

Why Improv for Teens? In Youthprov, students learn the fundamentals of good improvisation through games and exercises. The games are fun and entertaining but they are also a creative process that encourages support, active listening being present, and intelligent risk-taking on and off the stage.
We help teens build self-confidence, public speaking ability, and cooperation all while having a blast! Our classes boost our student’s confidence, curiosity, and creativity.

Improv teaches us to accept mistakes as gifts and communicate thoughts and ideas more effectively. AND, LIKE WE MENTIONED… IT’S FUN!

The focus is on creating ensemble work in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. Students have a blast, make friends and gain incredible life skills.

Students take classes to:
• Improve listening skills
• Improve their public presentation skills
• Gain amazing teaming skills
• Overcome shyness
• Build confidence
• Improve communication skills
• Think on their feet
• Take intelligent risks
• Come out of their shell
• Have a safe place to take risks

Teen Improv Class Fall 26
9/27
Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
650 South Orcas Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98108
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Teen Improv Summer Camp
August 17–21
9:00 AM–3:00
1315 Northwest Mall Street, Suite 4, Issaquah, WA 98027
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