Current and Upcoming Shows

Duo Comedy Showcase, Wednesdays 8PM

Duo Comedy Showcase is Seattle’s only public open-mic for improv. Two-person teams doing what they do best: creating spontaneous scenes on the fly that are so hilarious, quick-witted, and perfectly constructed, it’s hard to believe they are made up on the spot. At Duos, newer improvisers have an opportunity to improve while professional improvisers practice and try new things. Who knows, you might even want to join them. $10 every Wednesday at 8:00 at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market

Murder in the Market  Fri. & Sat. 7:30

When a body turns up at Unexpected Productions, it’s up to this vintage cast of colorful cliché characters to discover who did it, how it was done, and who’s next! Inspired by the best-selling author of all time, Dame Agatha Christie, your suggestions help create this fully improvised mystery with you on the edge of your tweed-covered seat until the whodunit final reveal!

Seattle Theatresports, Fri. and Sat. 9:30PM

Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter and spontaneity at our electrifying TheatreSports show! This fast-paced improv competition, a favorite with our audience for years, features the city’s best improvisers who will use your suggestions to create a one-of-a-kind performance. With two teams, a lively host, and (ahem) “horrible” judges to keep things in line, TheatreSports guarantees non-stop hilarity and excitement. Join the Unexpected Productions ensemble split as we weave side-splitting stories, scenes, songs, and high-energy improv games on the spot. Boo the judges, cheer during the gum wall race, and become part of unforgettable moments of on-the-spot creativity! Don’t miss out on the fun – come and be a part of the action at our amazing TheatreSports show!

Fa la la la la, ha ha ha ha: A Holiday Musical Extravaganza! 11/22 8:00 pm  11/30-12/21 Sat. 6:00pm

Sarah Hanchar, Christine Riippi, and Guy Nelson, members of the Unexpected Productions ensemble, are joining forces to celebrate the most beloved aspect of the holiday season: Hallmark’s feel-good holiday movie musicals! This festive event will commence with a sing-along and culminate in a holiday movie musical tailored to your suggestions. Bring the whole family to the Unexpected Productions Market Theater and enjoy some cheerful yuletide fun. Who needs Auld Lang Syne when you can have brand new songs to celebrate the season?

An Improvised Christmas Carol 11/29-12/23 Thur. -Sun. 7:30pm

We all know the story of Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol”. Or do we…?

Experience the enchanting world of “An Improvised Christmas Carol” this December! This captivating performance is a brilliant adaptation of Charles Dickens’ timeless masterpiece, A Christmas Carol.

Our talented improvisers bring the beloved story of Ebenezer Scrooge to life with humor and entertainment tailored to your suggestions. Each show is a unique and audience-driven experience, blending over 30 different ideas into a side-splitting improvised holiday extravaganza.

Don’t miss out…it ends on 12/23.

Improv Holiday Happy Hour 12/25, 7:00pm

An improv show on Christmas? What? The presents have been put away, dinner has been eaten, and the dishes are done….now what to do? Come down to Unexpected Productions for a special Improv Happy Holidays Hour. It is an evening of spontaneous comedy based on YOUR suggestions so expect unexpected fun! Leave your family (or bring them) and come laugh with us.

Mucho Improv in Spanglish 11/24 7:00pm

Celebra la improvisación! Unexpected Productions is excited to present Mucho Improv the Spanglish Improv Show on November 24, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. – a one-of-a-kind experience where English and Spanish come together to create an evening full of spontaneous, sidesplitting laughter! Whether you’re a fluent bilingual speaker or just learning, this interactive and dynamic show promises a fun, engaging, and hilarious experience for all.

Mucho Improv features a talented cast of performers who seamlessly switch between English and Spanish in every scene. The result? It is a bilingual rollercoaster of humor, filled with quirky characters, unpredictable situations, and laughter that knows no boundaries.

Unexpected Productions se complace en presentar Mucho Improv, un espectáculo deimprovisación en Spanglish, el 24 de noviembre de 2024, a las 7:00 p.m. – ¡una experiencia única donde el inglés y el español se unen para crear una noche llena de risas espontáneas y deslumbrantes! Ya seas un hablante bilingüe fluido o estés aprendiendo, este espectáculo interactivo y dinámico promete una experienciadivertida, atractiva y hilarante para todos.

Hogan Cup FINALS 11/25 7:00 PM

Congratulations to the teams who advanced to finals! The final teams face off in the improv championship matches between Puget Sound high schools! The Hogan Cup is the first high school improvisational competition of its kind in the Northwest, with top training from Unexpected Productions coaches. Admission is free for participating students and teachers.

Unexpected Productions has been teaching improv to high school students for over twenty years. The Finals share many of the same characteristics as our own Theatresports, with some exceptions. This event provides the students with a less competitive environment, giving them the freedom to learn through experience and teamwork with less fear of making “mistakes.”

The admission price helps pay for the Hogan Cup program.

2024 Hogan Cup Finalists

Inglemoor High School

Lake Washington High School

Kamiak High School

Mountlake Terrace High School

Fall Improv Student Showcase  12/2 6:30pm & 8:00pm

Join us for the Fall Student Showcase at Unexpected Productions’ Market Theater! Witness students of varying levels attempt to create intriguing improv live on stage. Our 300, 400, and 500-level class students will showcase their new skills, giving you a glimpse into the future of improv stars. You are sure to have a great time as our students dive into different formats seen in UP’s mainstage shows. After the show, you can hang out with the cast and say you knew them before they became famous!

Improv Happy Hour 12/27, 12/28 & 12/29 7:30pm

Join us for a night of laughter and spontaneous fun at our Improv Happy Hour! This family-friendly improv comedy show offers a variety of improv styles, including movie, literature, and play genres, as well as experimental and daring comedic forms. All content is based on audience suggestions, so be ready for some unexpected fun! The show takes place at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market and is a unique experience you won’t want to miss.

Xtreme Theatresports New Year’s Eve Party! 12/31 10:00pm

Get ready for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration filled with laughter, companionship, and champagne! Join Unexpected Productions for Seattle’s one-of-a-kind fast-paced comedy improv battle, featuring 20 hilarious improvisers divided into 4 teams.

The audience scores each performance with cards marked 0-5, making this a party you won’t want to miss. We’ll are giving away amazing gifts and providing all the hats, streamers, and party favors you can think of. As the clock strikes midnight, we’ll raise our glasses for a special champagne toast, marking the start of a new year. The Xtreme teams will perform from 10 pm to almost midnight, leading up to the countdown for our fantastic New Year’s bash! Doors open at 9 pm sharp. Come join in on the fun!

Joe Bill: Surviving Conscious 12/28  6:00pm

Mark your calendars for 12/28 and join us for a truly special evening with Chicago improv legend Joe Bill! In this heartfelt and captivating solo show, Joe takes the stage to share bizarre, humorous, and deeply personal stories of surviving three different cancers. With lessons drawn from spiritual misadventures, LSD trips, and even Michael Jordan, this scripted performance blends raw honesty, edgy humor, and profound insight. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind journey through resilience, laughter, and the human spirit.