Hey Lovers! Submissions open August 1, 2016 for the 2017 San Diego Improv Festival, being held from Thursday, February 16th to Sunday, February 19th 2017 at Finest City Improv. It’s our fourth annual festival and once again we are doing it . . . “For the LOVE of Improv”. If you have been … Read More
Adrienne Tolentino is our August Single Lady!
Every day, Adrienne leaves her client’s hair looking sexy, foxy, and cool. On August 6th, we are putting her in the chair and seeing why this gal is still single! Get your tickets now to guarantee a seat at what is certain to be the matchmaking of the century. Meet Adrienne: Adrienne … Read More
Auditions for House Teams on August 6th!
We are holding auditions for new members of our ensemble, which perform on various house teams. Be a part of an awesome community of performers that get weekly stage time and opportunities to teach and create new shows! To audition you must have completed or currently be in Level 5 … Read More
The Improvised Movie workshop with Paul Vaillancourt!
Some of the best movie moments in history have been improvised. “I Love you. . . I know.” The Joker’s Slow Clap. Jewelry box closure and Julia’s infectious laugh. But, what it’s like to improvise an entire movie LIVE ON STAGE!? Join us for a unique opportunity to train with one … Read More
How to Have Awesome Improv Classes By Posing Great Debriefing Questions
(a.k.a. — Facilitating Productive Conversations for Critical Reflection) Improv classes are places of experiential learning. Instructors lead students through specific experiences and then facilitate reflections, or debriefs, on activities to build skills and knowledge*. This process, combined with watching and practicing improv, is the most effective way to empower improv students to … Read More
Zen of Improv Intensive with Pam Victor this September
Take the improv rules you’ve carefully learned. And throw ‘em out the window. What you need lies right in front of you. In this delicious two-day intensive, you’ll immerse yourself in a uniquely natural and self-affirming approach to discovery-based, longform improvisation. You’ll focus on being more aware of the scene … Read More
A Moment of Truth featured in Mission Valley News
Our show “A Moment of Truth” and ensemble member and show host Kendall Burdett were featured this week in local publication Mission Valley News. On-the-spot storytelling Posted: June 10th, 2016 | Arts & Entertainment, Features, Top Stories By Margie M. Palmer Mission Valley local brings age-old art to Finest City … Read More
Seamus Scanlan leans into his fears in our Community Spotlight
Seamus is a person that you just want to talk to. He seems to know everyone and always has an awesome smile on his face. When he walked into the first day of class with me, I was so excited to get to know him. I had heard great things … Read More