Auditions for two new improv seasonal teams with a coach and four show run.The Improv Collective is excited to announce auditions for our two new seasonal teams! Players of all experience levels are invited to audition at the theater on Sunday June 25th at 12pm. Come in comfortable clothing and ready to play! No resumes/headshots…
Come get a taste of improv with our Wednesday drop-in classes open to all levels. These classes are tailored for students ranging in experience from new to improv to those with a level one or two class under their belt. First timers welcome! We will coach you in scene fundamentals, making choices, and using emotion.…
Catch up-and-coming local stand up comedians in this special production by Edwin Trovada!This stand up comedy night featuring up and coming comics from all over the OC and beyond. Hosted by Edwin Trovada. Lineup subject to change.One ticket gets you in the whole night! Stick around for more comedy at 9:30pm and 10:30pm. $5 cash/$7…
Veteran improvisers perform classic "Whose Line is it Anyway?" games, live!Whose Copyright Is It Anyway? is a return to the classic format of improv that blatantly and directly steals the format of Whose Line is it Anyway? This team of veteran performers perform the classic Whose Line games with only a fraction of the production…
Improv comedy by CSU Fullerton's Funny People SocietyAdmission to this show is free with admission to the 9:30pm show "Whose Copyright". Admission to this show alone is by donation (suggestion donation $1-5). The approximate runtime of this show is 30 minutes.
Discover the keys to inviting your audience to become part of the show. For performers of all types.About:A new intensive from Chad Damiani — the creator/director of STAND UP AND CLOWN and CLOWN ZOO! Clowns do more than just connect with audiences. They invite them to become part of the show. But how can we…
Special event! All-gal powerhouse improv team performs, sandwiched by two acts by esteemed clown Chad Damiani!We welcome Chad Damiani, a pioneer of LA’s contemporary clown scene, to the Improv Collective stage! Come see what modern clown is all about without the trek to Los Angeles. Plus, Horsegirl Supreme returns to once again FLOOD THE STAGE…
Come get a taste of improv with our Wednesday drop-in classes open to all levels. These classes are tailored for students ranging in experience from new to improv to those with a level one or two class under their belt. First timers welcome! We will coach you in scene fundamentals, making choices, and using emotion.…
Hogwash is a Harry Potter-themed improv show that tells new stories within the magical universe!Hogwash is a Harry Potter-themed improv show that tells new stories within the magical universe that was created and then constantly changed via an increasingly unhinged Twitter account. You probably won't be seeing Harry, Ron, or Hermione in these adventures, because…
Teachers' Lounge is an improv show performed by improv teachers, featuring a special guest monologist every month.Teacher's Lounge is an improv comedy show featuring our improv instructors at the Collective. Scenes are inspired by a new special guest monologist every month. You'll laugh and hey -- maybe you'll even learn a thing or two!This month's…
Enter the raffle to play games at Jaye's jam!Jaye and the Jams - enter the raffle for a chance to play combinations of short-form games, which we are aware have a 1 out of 26 chance of succeeding (just like the 1/26 chance that if you pick a random letter, you will get…J!) All of…
Improvisers from all over Orange County come together for a one night only performance.This Saturday, we will be bringing you our flagship show: The One Night Stand! We curate a team of experienced players from throughout Orange County to be together for ONE NIGHT ONLY. Come to laugh. Come to make memories. Come to enjoy…
Josh Heimendinger & Joey Shope in an improvised two-person aftershow.A two-man show featuring Josh Heimendinger & Joey Shope.Admission to this show is free with admission to the 9:30pm show. Admission to this show alone is by donation (suggestion donation $1-5). The approximate runtime of this show is 20-30 minutes.
Continue fine-tuning your improv comedy skills in this 6 week class that includes a class show!Our 6-week 202 course will build on your 101 and 201 skills as we explore increasing emotion on stage, comfort on stage, and making narrative decisions that support longer scenes and provide depth. This course includes six sessions and a…
Learn the basics of improv comedy in this 6 week class that includes a class show!The Improv Collective's Intro to Improv class will teach you the basics of improv and provide you the skill to perform with extreme confidence. Starting on July 9th, the Intro to Improv Class is a 6 week class every Sunday.…
Come get a taste of improv with our Wednesday drop-in classes open to all levels. These classes are tailored for students ranging in experience from new to improv to those with a level one or two class under their belt. First timers welcome! We will coach you in scene fundamentals, making choices, and using emotion.…
Live comedy game show in which comedians put their improvised storytelling abilities and truth detection skills to the test.Would I Lie To You is the game show of believable lies and unbelievable truths! Contestants reveal unusual facts and embarrassing stories about themselves -- some true, some not. The opposing team must determine what is true…
Improvised comedy by Orange County's all-lady improv team, Lady Bits! Come dressed as your favorite Barbie and let's go party!It's the second Friday of the month! You know what that means! Its time for LADY BITS! OC's all-lady improv team. This month's show is Beach Barbie themed. Come dressed as your favorite Barbie and let's…
The new episode of the improvised high school drama series: Starlight High.Witness the newest episode of Starlight High - the unscripted teen drama series. Featuring Jennifer Choy, Alex Raymond, Dustyn Willoughby, Clayton Moore, Tivoli Jensen, Courtney Magleby, and Joey Shope (director).This is a "Pay What You Want" 10:30PM show. $1-$5 recommended via Venmo or cash…
Learn the basics of sketch structure, how to develop ideas, and how to identify the "Game" of a sketch with Eric Vue of No MSG Added.This in an introductory workshop to Sketch Comedy Writing. We will focus on how to develop ideas, identify the Game of a sketch, and learn the sketch structures. No experience…
No MSG Added is an OC-based Asian American sketch comedy troupe serving up unscripted(!) comedy for one night only!No MSG Added has performed sketch at Second City, STAGES, The Chance....and now they come to the Improv Collective for a totally improvised show. See this talented cast of Asian American writers and actors go off-script!Your $5…
A small class with direct personalized feedback to help students hone techniques and develop confidence on stage.We are excited to welcome back our Advanced Scenework course with Joey Shope. Students will hone and develop techniques to generate strong scenes and increase competence on the stage. This class is limited in size to maximize direct, personalized,…
Come get a taste of improv with our Wednesday drop-in classes open to all levels. These classes are tailored for students ranging in experience from new to improv to those with a level one or two class under their belt. First timers welcome! We will coach you in scene fundamentals, making choices, and using emotion.…
Veteran house teams take the stage with diverse shows.Three talented teams take the stage for a comedy-filled night. Buy tickets online or with cash/card at the door! $5 cash/$7 card
We'll Adapt improvises musical adaptations for the characters who deserve them!"We'll Adapt" returns to the Improv Collective stage! This special improvised musical narrative features Ryan Lee, Kyle Goulston, Kyle Pearson, and Sara Sciarrillo as well as LIVE accompaniment by Ben Sweet! The team improvises a musical storyline for the forgotten side-characters of your favorite tales…
Your favorite improvisers try their hand at drag in this one-night-only performance and fundraiser!This Saturday, prepare to witness the long-awaited return of the Drag King to the Improv Collective. Leave your gender stereotypes at home and watch these dynamic kings grace the stage for one night only. Free after show but bring cash to give…
Come get a taste of improv with our Wednesday drop-in classes open to all levels. These classes are tailored for students ranging in experience from new to improv to those with a level one or two class under their belt. First timers welcome! We will coach you in scene fundamentals, making choices, and using emotion.…
The final performance of improv team Pictures of Spaghetti (2015 - 2023) with an appetizer by special mashup team Garlic Bread.After 8 fulfilling years, Pictures of Spaghetti is saying farewell. We’re grateful for all the friendships we’ve made, the laughs we’ve shared, the shows we’ve performed, and the audiences that’ve supported us. Will improv comedy…
Hina finally brings her infectious charm to the stage in a show hosted by and starring...Hina! And special guests. Anything could happen.Hina is known for her infectious charm and "this is my first day on Earth" social blunders. With the help of co-producers Derek and Jared, Hina is finally getting her own show. A mix…
Improvised comedy by the stellar Jean Wilder and a mashup team of all-stars!Jean Wilder plays classic and new improv games with a watch your back attitude. It’s like Who’s line is it anyway meets Wild n’ Out. No Second Date is a mashup team of talented performers from all over OC - playing together once…
Enrique Gomez and Maviene Loan Tran's two-person improv show.Enrique and Maviene have an Excellent Adventure into two-prov. Come catch the shenanigans. Admission to this show is free with admission to the 9:30pm show. Admission to this show alone is by donation (suggestion donation $1-5). The approximate runtime of this show is 20-30 minutes.
Come get a taste of improv with our Wednesday drop-in classes open to all levels. These classes are tailored for students ranging in experience from new to improv to those with a level one or two class under their belt. First timers welcome! We will coach you in scene fundamentals, making choices, and using emotion.…
Teachers' Lounge is an improv show performed by improv teachers, featuring a special guest monologist every month.Teacher's Lounge is an improv comedy show featuring our improv instructors at the Collective. Scenes are inspired by a new special guest monologist every month. You'll laugh and hey -- maybe you'll even learn a thing or two!Shinshin Yuder…
Janelle Vione and Sam Forbes improvise scenes based on an animal suggestion.Veteran improvisers Sam Forbes and Janelle Vione (both of Pictures of Spaghetti, Blankety Blank) improvise scenes based on an animal suggestion.This show follows Teachers' Lounge (9:30pm). Animal Crackers (10:30pm) is free with a ticket to the early show, or Pay What You Want as…
Hogwash is a Harry Potter-themed improv show that tells new stories within the magical universe!Hogwash is a Harry Potter-themed improv show that tells new stories within the magical universe that was created and then constantly changed via an increasingly unhinged Twitter account. You probably won't be seeing Harry, Ron, or Hermione in these adventures, because…