About Improv Nashville
Recently called "one of Nashville's newer comedy treasures" by The Tennessean, The Improv Nashville Comedy Theater is Music City's first and only improv, sketch and stand-up comedy theater.
Founded in 2005, Improv Nashville boasts the area's best comedians performing and sharing what they have been doing for years! We create an evening's entertainment unlike any other in Nashville.
Our mission: Improv Nashville is dedicated to bringing a positive, supportive comedy community for all ages to Music City. Whether you love the challenge of being quick on your feet, want to further your acting skills, teach your office workers teambuilding, are looking for just the right entertainment for your corporate or private party or just want to laugh uncontrollably, we say:
Welcome to the IN crowd!
Frequently asked questions:
Most frequently asked questions:
Q: Where is your theater located?
We have closed our theater at the 12th South location and are not running regular shows, classes or corporate events. Please check the website periodically for updates on future announcements.
Q: How do I book Improv Nashville to perform at my event?
Unfortunately, we are no longer doing performances or corporate workshops at this time.
Questions about our Shows:
Q: What are your shows like? How long are they?
We are proud to be Nashville's only theater to offer a variety of improv, sketch and stand-up comedy shows. Check our Shows page to find out about all our upcoming performances.
Q: Are you really making it up during the show?
Our improv shows are completely performed on the fly. The art of improv holds certain values on which we, as a troupe, must agree (such as accepting anything said or done as a gift and adding new information to it), but that is all we know before taking audience suggestions.
Q: Can I bring my kids to the shows? And do you offer a child's discount?
Our signature Improv Nashville Show on Friday nights at 8pm is an all ages show, but other shows may not be as age-appropriate. Therefore, we invite you to check the rating of each show individually before bringing children under 17 years of age. Because of these ratings, we do not offer a dicsount for children.
Q: How do I get tickets? How early do I need to show up?
You can purchase general admission tickets online to guarantee your seats or buy cash tickets at the door. Doors open a half-hour before show time, and any latecomers will be asked to wait outside until an appropriate seating time becomes available. Sorry, but we do not take credit cards at the door.
Q: Do you offer Group Discounts?
We love a crowd, so we are more than happy to offer your party of 10 or more a group discount. Please contact us at info@improvnashville.comfor pricing and your personal online promotional code.
Q: I've never been to an improv show before. Do you embarrass audience members?
No. We ask the audience for suggestions and anyone is free to yell out. We occasionally ask for a volunteer to participate on stage, but we will NEVER take someone against their will. It is our commitment to provide a safe environment for both the players and the audience at all times.
Questions about our Classes:
Q: What are the minimum ages for your adult classes? What can my child take?
The minimum age for our adult classes is 18 years old (with no maximum), however we offer a variety of workshops and summer camps for children and teens. See our Classes for more information.
Q: Can I try improv out before I have to sign up for anything?
Yes! We offer a FREE Improv for Adults Workshop every quarter. The workshop is always on a Saturday for two hours, and there is no obligation to sign up for anything afterwards.
Q. I'm not an actor, and I have no experience. Is that okay?
Yes! The people who take classes with us come from all backgrounds. Some are working actors but most are not. People take our classes to help with their work, gain confidence, and a host of other reasons.
Q: I have improv experience. Do I have to start with Intro A?
Our curriculum is a sequential process where students learn Improv Nashville's style of improvisation and sketch. Some students who have prior professional training at an equivalent training center may be allowed to begin with Intro B. Please contact us for more information.
Q. Can I just show up to a class?
It is important to pre-register for the class. If not enough students are enrolled, the class will be canceled. Also, you could show up for a class that is already maxed out. Therefore, we ask that you enroll in advance. You can do so here.
Q. Can I just sit in and watch one of your classes?
In order to create classes that are uninhibited and encourage self-growth, auditing, drop-ins and guests are not allowed, unless the class is specifically labeled as such.
Q: Who teaches your classes?
You can learn about our teachers here. Please note that there is no guarantee that you will be assigned to a particular teacher.
More General Questions:
Q: What sort of volunteer opportunities are there at Improv Nashville?
You might be surprised what it takes to keep an organization like ours running. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated to help with advertising, show staff, sound, etc. The benefits for donating services and time include free passes to our shows, credit in publications and our unending gratitude.
Q: I want to fill my closet with Improv Nashville t-shirts? How can I get them?
Show your support to Nashville's only improv, sketch and stand-up comedy theater by buying some of our awesome merchandise online or at our shows.
Q: What is Improv?
Improv is theater on the fly. Acting without a script. We make things up as we go, but we listen to each other carefully onstage and respond to what we hear. That's pretty much it! You don't even have to be funny. Funny takes care of itself.
Q: How do I become an Improv Nashville player?
We choose cast members from our classes, as well as hold open auditions biannually. Taking our classes and coming to our shows can help you become familiar with the Improv Nashville style of improv before you audition!
Q: You did not answer MY question, so just stop wasting my time. How do I reach you?
You can email us info@improvnashville.com. And please try to be nice to us. We're still just vulnerable actors with fragile egos.
