Jessica is one of the most kind, down to earth, and kinetic people that we could have ever asked to join our community. One night after visiting her dad at the Lafayette Hotel, she noticed Finest City Improv’s sign and considered it a literal one from the universe to get … Read More
Two awesome weekends of Pride!
Finest City Improv is excited to once again celebrate Pride with the San Diego LGBTi community. This year, we are taking our pride participation up a level and producing the nation’s first Pride Improv Comedy Festival! As in past years, we will be marching in the Pride parade on Saturday, July … Read More
Embrace the present moment like Kevin Espiritu
Kevin’s a guy that likes to get his hands dirty– when he’s not on stage, you will find him deep in his garden or solving puzzles for fun. So you know he approaches improv the same way–diving in and using his brain! He will be graduating in just a few … Read More
Amy, direct from inside the Teacher’s Lounge
Founder and owner of Finest City Improv, Amy Lisewski was a recent guest on the podcast, “Tales from the Teacher’s Lounge.” A podcast dedicated to the art of teaching improv, host Lauren Morris delves deep into the world of teaching improv. Each week she talks to notable teachers of improv from … Read More
It’s a love story with our Single Lady, JJ Barrows!
Do you believe in life after love? We sure hope that JJ does, as she makes her return to the FCI stage to find love, this time, on her terms! Just like a good episode of the Bachelor, JJ Barrows was an audience volunteer that WON the heart of the … Read More
Go For It like Angellyne De Perio did
We were so thrilled to be able to sit down with the one and only Angellyne to interview her on her creative journey she has embarked on through improv. She has graduated the FCI program, is involved in our sketch program, and can often be seen at shows or workshops. … Read More
Orange Tuxedo performs and teaches this May!!
About Orange Tuxedo On May 20th, we welcome Craig and Carla Cackowski, real life married couple and improv duo to teach and perform. Their connection and communication skills will leave audiences laughing and students feeling like they, too, can improvise like a couple in love. Orange Tuxedo (Los Angeles, CA) is … Read More
Mark Kendall’s Show Magic Negro and Other Blackness Coming to FCI this May!
On May 13th, we are proud to have fantastic solo performer Mark Kendall present a one time only San Diego premiere of his show, Magic Negro and Other Blackness. Using comedic sketches, this one-man show examines the representation of black males in the media. From the race card to Reading Rainbow, Kendall explores … Read More
Be an original like Jon Wright
Jon Wright is a quiet force, but a natural on the stage! He is consistently impressive with his comedic timing and dry wit. He is also one of our newest ensemble members on team Willis! This is…Jon Wright! Jon has lived in San Diego his whole life. He is a … Read More
