Unexpected Productions

Seattle Theatresports Improv 2025
2025-06-21 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-06-20 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-06-14 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-06-13 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-06-07 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-06-06 21:30 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Unexpected Productions Market Theater, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Be a part of the magic of Theatresports, Seattle’s favorite improv competition for over 40 years! Join us at the iconic Gum Wall in Pike Place Market for a high-energy showdown featuring the city’s best improvisers creating hilarious scenes, songs, and games—all inspired by your suggestions.
With two teams battling, a lively host, judges you can boo, and the legendary gum wall race, this fast-paced show is packed with unforgettable moments and endless laughs.
Doors open at 9 PM every Friday and Saturday, with the show starting at 9:30 PM. Don’t miss the fun—be part of the action!
TheaterSports, all the way! They are goofy, silly, funny, unabashed, clever, witty people. I didn’t know what to expect before going but found myself laughing at practically everything they did or said. This is improv comedy at its finest. Lea A., 5 stars, Yelp

Love vs. Everything: An Improvised Tale
2025-06-21 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-06-20 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-06-14 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-06-13 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-06-07 19:30 - 20:30 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Even in the worst of times, love finds a way. At Unexpected Productions, our veteran improvisers take you on a spontaneous, heartfelt journey through three interconnected stories—each inspired by the lives of our audience. Across time, genre, and unimaginable odds, love emerges as the unshakable force against all obstacles. Whether it’s lovers, soulmates, kindred spirits, or surprising allies, these stories remind us that even when the world pushes back, love pushes harder.
No script. No safety net. It’s just love versus everything.

Loose Cannons Improv 2025
2025-06-19 20:00, 2025-06-12 20:00 | Unexpected Productions Market Theater, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Every show at Loose Cannons is a one-of-a-kind experience—exciting, unexpected, a little dangerous, and always ridiculously fun.
Part One: The night kicks off with a unique performance from special guest improvisers showcasing their signature style or a never-before-seen format. Your suggestions fuel the fire, and the improvisers will ignite the stage, bringing your ideas to life.
Part Two: Buckle up because anything can happen. This half begins with a single audience suggestion—and that’s where the chaos begins. Improvisers dive in, riffing, playing, and building connections through a dynamic opening game. It could be a song, a monologue, or a whirlwind group association—whatever emerges will spark the stories, scenes, and surprises that follow.
The performers are true loose cannons, and you’re the one lighting the fuse. What will they create? It’s entirely up to you. Come for the comedy, stay for the thrill—you never know what will explode onto the stage.
Unpredictable, Unfiltered, Unmissable

Duo Comedy Showcase Pride Night
2025-06-18 20:00 - 21:30 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Pride Improv Comedy Night – Celebrate Love, Laughter, and Community!
Come celebrate love, laughter, and community with us on June 18th at our annual Pride Improv Comedy Night!We’re throwing a big-hearted, joy-packed party for Seattle Pride, honoring the incredible LGBTQIA+ improvisers and allies who light up our improv world.
Expect an unforgettable night filled with spontaneous scenes, hilarious moments, and plenty of heart — all fueled by audience suggestions and the spirit of Pride.
Let’s laugh, cheer, and celebrate together!
When: June 18th Where: Unexpected Productions’ Market Theater Who: All are welcome — bring your friends, your laughter, and your pride!

Graduate Greenhouse
2025-06-18 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-06-11 19:00 - 19:45 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Get ready to be surprised, delighted, and maybe even see your wildest idea take on a life of its own!

Graduate Greenhouse is a Wednesday night showcase featuring alumni from Unexpected Productions Improv School. Each performance highlights a different alumni group, putting their training to the test with unpredictable scenes, various formats, and improvised stories. From long-form storytelling to character work, these performers explore the boundaries of improv.
Wednesday, Nov 26, Stage of Fools — Hamlet & Cheese at Unexpected Productions. Prepare your hearts and warm up your iambs: Hamlet & Cheese returns with the show Stage of Fools, a queer-led Shakespearean(ish) improv romp where Elizabethan vibes meet theatrical nonsense. It’s silly, heartfelt, surprising, and absolutely none of it is from the original folio. Zero Shakespeare knowledge required—just an appetite for fun, heart, and a little chaos.
Wednesday, Dec 3, Space Lobsters presents Blank Space. Each performance begins with nothing — a blank space — that the ensemble fills collaboratively, moment by moment, without preset structure, characters, or games.
Wednesday, Dec 10, Get ready for some seasonal magic!
Based on your suggestions, FKA and “Hall-Mark” Church will joyfully create a heartwarming (and hilarious) holiday special full of all the classic tropes. Meet-cutes, small towns, laughter & more…all made up on the spot!
But the fun doesn’t stop there! Stick around for a double feature as we roll into Seattle’s longest-running Improv Open Mic: the Duos Open Mic! Starting at 8:00 pm, this weekly showcase promises even more laughs, surprises, and improv magic.

Impossible Loves: An Improvised Paranormal Romantic Comedy
2025-06-15 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-06-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Discover the enchanting world of Impossible Loves, a thrilling improvised paranormal romance comedy show, that immerses you in a unique supernatural realm every night. Your suggestions inspire new and captivating love stories that unfold every night, where anyone or anything can fall in love. Enter a world where love transcends all boundaries and indulge in the captivating tales of…Impossible Loves.

Taste of Improv - Improv Open Mic Georgetown Art Attack
2025-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Unexpected Productions Improv School ISSAQUAH/EASTSIDE, 1315 NW Mall Street, Suite 4, Issaquah, WA, 98108, United States
Step Spotlight at ART ATTACK Jump into the Wild World of Improv — in Georgetown
A Taste of Improv—a free, no-pressure open mic night where anything can happen. It’s fast. It’s funny. It’s unscripted chaos. And it’s all you.
Whether you’re a student, a pro, or just checking out the Art Attack, this is your chance to take the stage, make bold choices, and have a blast doing it.
Join Unexpected Productions Improv School as we join Georgetown’s ART ATTACK with a spontaneous showcase of improv talent. Bring your squad, support each other, and celebrate the joy of live, unfiltered performance.
Hit the Georgetown Art Attack, then head over to the Improv School.
Come for the art. Stay for the improv. See you there!
Unexpected Productions Improv SchoolStage Room5700 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
2025-06-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
At Unexpected Productions’ Market Theater, puppets let their hair down (or strings loose) in No Strings Attached—a hilarious, adults improv puppet show. After a long day entertaining the kids, these puppets are ready to play—singing bawdy songs, cracking jokes, and getting up to all kinds of outrageous fun. And the best part? You call the shots with your suggestions!
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind comedy show at Pike Place Market. It’s puppets, it’s improv, and it’s guaranteed to make you laugh.
THIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT, LANGUAGE, AND SITUATIONS

Free Introductory Improv Class
2025-06-14 15:00 - 18:00 | Unexpected Productions Improv School ISSAQUAH/EASTSIDE, 1315 NW Mall Street, Suite 4, Issaquah, WA, 98108, United States
✨ Ever Thought About Trying Improv… But Weren’t Sure Where to Start? ✨
Totally get it—jumping into something new can feel a lot. That’s why we’re hooking you up with a FREE Intro to Improv Class made just for folks who are curious, kinda nervous, or just wanna try something different.
No experience? No stress. This class is 100% beginner-friendly. Like, truly. We’re talking zero pressure, major good vibes.
At Unexpected Productions—Seattle’s biggest & boldest improv school—we believe everyone has a creative spark. Whether you wanna level up your communication game, shake up your routine, or just laugh for two hours straight with cool strangers, we got you.
You’ll learn how to stay in the moment, trust your instincts, and say “yes, and…” to life
You’ll be guided by pros who make it all feel easy, welcoming, and seriously fun
‍♀️ You’ll meet awesome people and maybe even surprise yourself
But heads up: we’re only offering 50 spots—and these go fast. So if your gut’s like “do ittt,” listen to it.
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Time: 3:00pm–5:00pm
Location: Unexpected Productions Improv School, 650 S Orcas, Suite 101, Seattle WA 98108
Ages: 18+
Cost: $0.00 (yup, totally free)
Prerequisite: No improv experience needed
Max spots: 50 (Our regular classes are smaller, btw—12–16 students)
✨ Ready to play, explore, and let go a little?
Spots are limited, so snag yours now and come see what the Unexpected is all about.

Register Here

Duo Comedy Showcase 2025
2025-06-11 20:00 - 21:15 | Unexpected Productions Market Theater, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Seattle’s one and only open mic dedicated to two-person improv teams! Watch as duos create hilarious, quick-witted, and seemingly impossible scenes right before your eyes—entirely made up on the spot. It’s comedy chaos, brilliantly constructed and spontaneously performed.At Duos, everyone gets their moment in the spotlight. Newer improvisers hone their craft while seasoned pros experiment, play, and try something new. Who knows?
All experience levels are welcome! Sign up your team and give the audience a show they’ll never forget. You could be the next Key & Peele, Tina Fey & Amy Poehler, or even a chaotic duo like Deadpool & Wolverine. email duoshowcase@gmail.com
Whether you’re performing or watching, this is Seattle’s midweek comedy fix you don’t want to miss. Come laugh, play, and discover the magic of improv!

Improv Date Night - Couples Improv
2025-06-08 16:00 - 18:30 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Improv Date Night is an entertaining improv workshop and a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon as a couple! Come to Unexpected Productions’ Market Theatre in the heart of romantic Pike Place Market for a two hour fun-filled improv workshop. Then enjoy a discounted pizza with our excellent culinary neighbor, The Alibi Room.
Learn to play fun improv games together with other couples. The fundamental concept of improv is the practice of being present and available to your scene partner, using the rule that if your scene partner looks good you do too. This exercise in listening, creativity, and spontaneity is not only an art form but also an adventure in teamwork, communication, and hilarity. Two and a half hours of laughs and learning with your significant other for a Saturday to remember. All for just $60 for each person. Each couple will receive a pass for free to come to a show of their choice in the future at Unexpected Productions.
Learn to play fun improv games together with other couples. The fundamental concept of improv is the practice of being present and available to your scene partner, using the rule that if your scene partner looks good you do too. This exercise in listening, creativity, and spontaneity is not only an art form but also an adventure in teamwork, communication, and hilarity. Two hours of laughs and learning with your significant other making a day to remember.
Date: June, 8, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: The Market Theatre 1428 Post Alley Seatte 98101
Maximum Students: 10 couples
Cost: $120 per couple
Prerequisite: All levels welcome
Teacher Bio: Sara McMahon Improviser/Teacher/Facilitator
For the last 16 years, Sara has been performing and teaching around the Seattle area. She has facilitated workshops for elementary, middle, and high schools, tech companies, company retreats, parent-child improv nights, and even mock trial teams. She tailors each workshop to the needs of the attendees, maximizing fun and connection. She believes that empathy is at the heart of both great improv and great relationships.
Improv is a collaborative art form. It’s all about saying Yes, and… to your partner and making them look good. By investing your time together in this workshop, you will find pathways to deepen your bond and foster an environment of openness, listening, playfulness, creativity, and relationship resilience,” Sara McMahon.
NOTE: Please note that this class has a great deal of movement and action. Please dress accordingly and bring a bottle of water.
**Cancellation policy: We are unable to offer refunds.

Musical Improv Happy Hour: Feat: The Grimm Truth: The Improvised Villainous Musical
2025-06-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
The Grimm Truth: The Improvised Villainous Musical
You’ve heard the fairy tales. Now hear their side of the story in song.
In this fully improvised musical comedy, the villains of your favorite fairy tales and nursery rhymes gather for a deliciously dramatic brunch to reclaim their reputations. Think “Am I the A**hole?” meets Broadway, as misunderstood icons like the Big Bad Wolf, the Evil Queen, and the Troll Under the Bridge belt out show-stopping solos, sassy duets, and over-the-top ensemble numbers to defend their side of the story. Fueled by your suggestions and powered by live musical accompaniment, The Grimm Truth: The Musical is a wild ride through redemption, revenge, and ridiculously catchy tunes.
Featuring: David Bestock, Ashley Flannegan, Sarah Hanchar, Colin Smith, Guy Nelson on keyboard and Jeff Greyson in the tech booth.
Be part of the magic—because the best moments are the ones we create together!
