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Current and Upcoming Shows

Duo Comedy Showcase Wed.  8:00pm

Seattle’s one and only open mic dedicated to two-person improv teams! Every week at Unexpected Productions, two-person teams take the stage to create hilarious, fast-paced, totally unscripted comedy right before your eyes. No scripts, no safety nets—just pure improv magic.

At Duos, everyone shines. Newer performers sharpen their game. Seasoned improvisers experiment, take risks, and get wonderfully weird. The results? Quick-witted scenes, surprising twists, and bold choices that feel impossible until you watch them happen live.

Whether you dream of being the next Key & Peele, Tina Fey & Amy Poehler, or a chaotic tag-team like Deadpool & Wolverine, this is your chance to take the mic and run with it. All experience levels are welcome.
Bring a friend, form a team, and give Seattle a show they won’t forget. To sign up your duo, email duoshowcase@gmail.com.

Looking for a midweek serotonin boost? Watching the show is just as fun as performing in it. Grab a seat, grab a friend, and discover why Unexpected Productions is the home of Seattle improv.

2025 TICKETS HERE2026 TICKETS HERE

An Improvised Christmas Carol 11/28 – 12/23 Matinees 12/20 & 12/21 7:30pm 

An Improvised Christmas Carol takes Dickens’ classic holiday tale and turns it into a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud adventure where anything can happen. Guided by audience suggestions, our talented cast creates an entirely unique performance every night, blending over 30 unexpected ideas into a hilarious and heartwarming story. From surprising twists to brand-new characters, no two shows are ever the same, making this the perfect holiday tradition for the whole family. Don’t miss out—our final performance is on December 23. Don’t be a Scrooge—grab your tickets now!

Tickets are $20 online and $25 at the door.

TICKETS HERE

Fa la la la la, Ha ha ha ha ha: A Holiday Musical Extravaganza

This holiday comedy show begins with a festive sing-along and ends with a movie musical based on your suggestions. Saturdays in December

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?

TICKETS HERE

Seattle Theatresports Fri. & Sat. 9:30pm

Welcome to Seattle’s funnest improv comedy show, a high-energy, no-rules showdown where your ideas shape every scene. Seattle Theatresports at Unexpected Productions’ Market Theater in Pike Place Market is part comedy battle, part game night, and completely powered by the crowd. Boo the judges. Cheer the Gum Wall race and laugh til it hurts! Every show, two teams of top Seattle improvisers go head to head, performing games, stories, characters, and scenes inspired entirely by your suggestions. You score the rounds, decide the winners, and shape the chaos. No scripts. No safety nets. Just fast thinking, bold choices, and pure creative mayhem.
This isn’t your parents’ improv show, unless your parents were super cool.

If you think you’ve seen improv… think again.

2025 TICKETS HERE2026 TICKETS HERE

An Evening with Randy Dixon: Stories, Secrets & the Art of Improv 12/7 5:00pm

A rare and inspiring night as Artistic Director Jill Farris sits down with Randy Dixon, Unexpected Productions’ former Artistic Director and one of the true pioneers of improvisational theater. Together, they’ll explore his artistic philosophy, his insights on creativity, and stories from years shaping Seattle’s improv community. Throughout the evening, veteran members of the Unexpected Productions ensemble will take the stage to perform excerpts and demonstrations of Dixon’s legendary approach and philosophy.

Dixon served as Artistic Director of Unexpected Productions for 33 years and was with the company 38 years, creating internationally performed shows/formats such as An Improvised Christmas Carol, Black Eyed Blonde, Spoken, Campfire, Afterlife, and Blank Slate. He also launched the Seattle International Festival of Improv and founded The Orcas Island Project, an international ensemble devoted to improvisation as a tool for creativity and human connection.

This evening is both a tribute and a masterclass, offering audiences a glimpse into the creative vision of a world-renowned improviser whose influence spans generations. Don’t miss this heartfelt celebration of art, laughter, and legacy.

TICKETS HERE

Improv Holiday Happy Hour 12/25 7:30pm

Looking for something fun to do after the holiday festivities? The presents are unwrapped, dinner is done, and the dishes are finally put away—now what? Join us at Unexpected Productions for a special Improv Happy Holidays Hour! This one-of-a-kind show is packed with spontaneous, side-splitting comedy, all inspired by your suggestions. Whether you bring the whole family or sneak away for a well-earned laugh, get ready for an evening of unexpected holiday fun!

TICKETS HERE

New Years Eve Xtreme Theatresports 12/31  10:00pm

Ring in NYE 2026 with an electrifying night of fast-paced improv, audience-judged comedy, and non-stop laughs at Unexpected Productions! Experience Seattle’s ultimate live comedy showdown, where 20 top improvisers battle in an epic, no-holds-barred Theatresports competition—and YOU decide the winner!

20 fearless improvisers
4 teams battling for glory
Fast-paced, no-rules, all-laughs comedy
YOU judge the action with scorecards (0-5)

Expect big laughs, high-energy entertainment, epic giveaways, party favors, and a bubbly midnight toast as we count down to 2024 in true Seattle nightlife style. Whether you’re looking for a fun NYE activity, a late-night comedy show, or an unforgettable way to celebrate, this is THE event you don’t want to miss!

Doors open: 9 PM
Showtime: 10 PM – Midnight countdown

This isn’t just a party—it’s an experience. Grab your crew, bring your best judging face, and get ready for a New Year’s Eve you’ll never forget!

Get your tickets NOW! (Before they’re gone!)

TICKETS HERE

Mouth Wide Shut: A Physical Improv Comedy. Every 4th Saturday, 6:00pm, 

The art of silent comedy with the unpredictable fun of improvisation.

Mouth Wide Shut is a love letter to the history of physical comedy and improvisational theater. Drawing inspiration from silent movies, classical mime, and contemporary groups like Blue Man Group and Cirque du Soleil, it’s like a mashup of the best of the past and present that’s both nostalgic and cutting-edge. And the fact that you play such a crucial role in shaping the show makes it even more unique.

It’s not just about watching comedy; it’s about becoming part of the comedic journey. “Mouth Wide Shut” promises to be an evening where laughter knows no bounds and surprises lurk around every corner! This show is a delightful and unforgettable experience that promises to entertain audiences of all ages!

TICKETS HERE

Improv Unexpected at Jules Maes Saloon, Last Tuesday of the month 9:00pm 

Improv comes to Georgetown! Seattle’s legendary improv company, Unexpected Productions, brings you the Improv Unexpected. The talented cast members take your suggestions and spontaneously create hilarious stories, zany scenes, and fun songs right on the spot and in the moment just for YOU!

Doors at 8, show at 9
$10
21+
No outside food or drink

TICKETS HERE

Taste of Improv: An Improv Open Mic: Part of the Georgetown Art Attack
Saturday 7:00 2nd Saturday

Welcome to the Taste of Improv & Maestro Impro Party! Join us for a night filled with laughter and creativity at Unexpected Productions Improv School. Doors open at 6:30pm. 7pm will be an improv jam open to all levels. 9pm will be Maestro Impro, a competitive improv format by Keith Johnstone. Then stick around for the party after for some mixing, dancing and hanging out. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of this improv community event! OH! And try the new UPA: Unexpected Pale Ale by Homeschool Science Brewing!
Unexpected Productions Improv School
Stage Room
5700 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
TICKETS HERE
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