Seattle Theatresports Improv 2025
2025-11-14 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-11-15 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-11-21 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-11-22 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-11-28 21:30 - 23:00, 2025-11-29 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

Improv Happy Hour
2025-11-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Our quick-thinking performers turn your suggestions into hilarious scenes on the spot, from movie mashups to literary spoofs and bold, experimental comedy, our quick-thinking performers turn. This family-friendly show at the iconic Gum Wall in Pike Place Market guarantees a night of laughter, surprises, and improv magic you won’t forget. Bring your wildest ideas, your loudest laughs, and get ready for a one-of-a-kind comedy experience—because at Improv Happy Hour, anything can happen (and usually does)!

Murder at Market: An Improvised Agatha Christie
2025-11-15 19:30 - 20:45, 2025-11-21 19:30 - 20:45, 2025-11-22 19:30 - 20:45 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Experience an improvised comedy show with comedic characters, red herrings, and clever clues to keep you entertained until the end
When a body turns up at Unexpected Productions, the game is afoot! A vintage cast of colorful, cliché characters must unravel the crime—but in this whodunit, nothing is scripted, and anything can happen.
Inspired by the legendary Agatha Christie, this entirely improvised mystery weaves your suggestions into a suspenseful, side-splitting thriller. Can they crack the case before the next victim falls? Grab your monocle, don your finest tweed, and prepare for an evening of intrigue, wit, and unexpected twists.
Every show is a brand-new mystery. Every ending is a surprise.
Directed by Dave Morris, Paper Street Theatre, Victoria B.C.

Unexpected Cinema: An Improvised Movie Live
2025-11-16 19:00 - 20:15, 2025-11-23 19:00 - 20:15 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Unexpected Cinema is a one-of-a-kind movie experience where local improv talent and filmmakers come together to create a film live in real-time. The audience chooses the movie’s title, and then, with no script or rehearsals, the cast and crew shoot the entire film right before your eyes. Shot in real locations, the story unfolds unpredictably, with every scene improvised and every moment unique. It’s a thrilling, unscripted cinema experience you’ll never see anywhere else!

Improv Student Showcase Fall 2025
2025-11-17 18:00 - 22:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Join us tonight at Unexpected Productions’ Market Theater for the Fall Student Showcase!
Watch as our talented students—ranging from beginner to advanced levels—take the stage to craft spontaneous, engaging, and often hilarious improv scenes right before your eyes. Our 300, 400, and 500-level students will showcase their newly honed skills, giving you an exclusive preview of the next generation of improv stars.
You’ll experience a variety of performance styles inspired by UP’s mainstage shows, making for an unpredictable and highly entertaining night. Stick around after the show to meet the performers—you’ll be able to say, “I saw them before they were famous!”
Showtimes:
6–7:30 show Chad’s Sunday 300, Tim H’s Sunday 400, David’s Wednesday 300 and Tony’s Sunday 500
8-9:30 show Chazz’s Tuesday 400, Chad’s Monday 300, Laurel’s Thursday 400 and Liz’s Thursday 500
Don’t miss this chance to support our rising improv stars and enjoy an evening of laughter and surprises. See you there!

NOCHE DE IMPROV EN ESPAÑOL
2025-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Unexpected Productions Improv School, 650 South Orcas, Suite 101, Seattle, WA, 98108, US
Noche de Improvisación en español, es una noche de jam para los que hablan FLUIDAMENTE español, que ya sean estudiantes actuales de UP, exalumnos de UP, miembros del conjunto y exalumnos, para jugar juntos y seguir desarrollando sus habilidades de improvisación en español. Noche de Improvisación en español , está dirigida por Laila Valencia. Los juegos ayudan a los improvisadores a desarrollar habilidades, desarrollar confianza y fomentar la creatividad. Pero lo mas importante es … ¡es en español y es DIVERTIDO! El espacio es limitado a 16 personas.
Fecha y hora: El tercer lunes de cada mes, de 7 a 9 p. m.
Ubicación: 650 S Orcas Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98108
Precio: $10 (11.24 con cargos)
El Requisito Previo: Unexpected Productions Improv 100
Laila Valencia Nació en Guadalajara Jalisco México finales de los
años 70as, donde vivió toda su infancia y adolescencia, siempre tuvo interés por las artes escénicas y participó en varios proyectos de teatro y danza contemporanea en la UDG , a finales de los 90tas, Se va a vivir a Seattle WA donde conoce la técnica de comedia en improvisación , de la cual se enamora se inscribe en clases y talleres especializados,con maestros como Keith Johnstone creador de Theatresports, Gorilla and Maestro improv shows, Randy Dixon director artistico de Unexpected Produccions desde hace 20 anos, talleres con Gary Austin, Asiste a retiros de improvisacion en Nueva York con artistic new direcctins y desde entonces a participado en 6 festivales internacionales de improvisación,A Impartido clases para toda las edades, ahora es miembro de de la compañía más antigua de improvisacionnen Seattle Unexpected Productions, en la cual continúa su preparación y actúa dos o mas veces por semana , siempre está trabajando en proyectos diferentes, forma larga y corta de improv, contando historias que se inspiradan con las ideas del público.

Duo Comedy Showcase 2025
2025-11-19 20:00 - 21:15, 2025-11-26 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!

Loose Cannons Improv 2025
2025-11-20 20:00 - 21:30 | 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

Mouth Wide Shut: A Physical Improv Comedy
2025-11-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
The art of silent comedy with the unpredictable fun of improvisation.
Mouth Wide Shut is a love letter to the history of physical comedy and improvisational theater. Drawing inspiration from silent movies, classical mime, and contemporary groups like Blue Man Group and Cirque du Soleil, it’s like a mashup of the best of the past and present that’s both nostalgic and cutting-edge. And the fact that you play such a crucial role in shaping the show makes it even more unique.
It’s not just about watching comedy; it’s about becoming part of the comedic journey. “Mouth Wide Shut” promises to be an evening where laughter knows no bounds and surprises lurk around every corner! This show is a delightful and unforgettable experience that promises to entertain audiences of all ages!
“Mouth Wide Shut is clever and very funny.” Ryan D., 5 Stars Google
“Went as a suggestion from a local. Best decision I’ve made in a whim! Such a good show…had an amazing cast, kept me laughing the entire time. Would love to go again.” Terra M 5 Stars Google
“This was the first time I’ve ever been to an improv show and I was definitely entertained. I had no clue what to expect and didn’t know how improv shows worked, I just came in with an open mind and enjoyed every minute of it!” Kristina L. 5 Stars Yelp

Fa la la la la, ha ha ha ha: A Holiday Musical Extravaganza!
2025-11-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
This holiday comedy show begins with a festive sing-along and ends with a movie musical based on your suggestions. Saturdays in December
Sarah Hanchar, Christine Riippi, and Guy Nelson, members of the Unexpected Productions ensemble, are joining forces to celebrate the most beloved aspect of the holiday season: Hallmark’s feel-good holiday movie musicals! This festive event will commence with a sing-along and culminate in a holiday movie musical tailored to your suggestions. Bring the whole family to the Unexpected Productions Market Theater and enjoy some cheerful yuletide fun. Who needs Auld Lang Syne when you can have brand new songs to celebrate the season?

An Improvised Christmas Carol
2025-11-22 19:30 - 20:45, 2025-11-23 19:30 - 20:45, 2025-11-27 19:30 - 20:45, 2025-11-28 19:30 - 20:45, 2025-11-29 19:30 - 20:45, 2025-11-30 19:30 - 20:45 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
It’s heartwarming, it’s side-splitting, and it’s the perfect holiday tradition for the whole family!
An Improvised Christmas Carol takes Dickens’ classic holiday tale and turns it into a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud adventure where anything can happen. Guided by audience suggestions, our talented cast creates an entirely unique performance every night, blending over 30 unexpected ideas into a hilarious and heartwarming story. From surprising twists to brand-new characters, no two shows are ever the same, making this the perfect holiday tradition for the whole family. Don’t miss out—our final performance is on December 23. Don’t be a Scrooge—grab your tickets now!
Created by Randy Dixon and directed by Tony Beeman.

Hogan Cup 2025
2025-11-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Congratulations to the teams who advanced to finals! The final teams face off in the improv championship matches between Puget Sound high schools! The Hogan Cup is the first high school improvisational competition of its kind in the Northwest, with top training from Unexpected Productions coaches. Admission is free for participating students and teachers.
Unexpected Productions has been nurturing the next generation of improvisers through dynamic, hands-on training for over two decades The stage is set for the ultimate improv showdown as high school teams from Puget Sound face off in the Hogan Cup Improv Championship!
2025 Hogan Cup Finalist
Center High School
Bishop Blanchet High School
Inglemoor High School
Mountlake Terrace High School
Unexpected Productions has been nurturing the next generation of improvisers through dynamic, hands-on training for over two decades. The Hogan Cup Finals mirror many elements of our signature Theatresports, with one key difference: this event emphasizes learning, collaboration, and creative exploration in a supportive, low-pressure environment. It’s about teamwork, growth, and having fun—without fearing “mistakes.”
Admission is free for all participating students and teachers.Your ticket supports the Hogan Cup program, ensuring we can continue bringing this incredible opportunity to local students for years to come.
Please join us in applauding all participating schools for their dedication, spirit, and artistry:
All participating Schools
Bishop Blanchet High School
Bothell High School
Center High School
Franklin High School
Garfield High School
Inglemoor High School
Kamiak High School
Lincoln High School
Meadowdale High School
Mountlake Terrace High School
New Port High School
Shorewood High School
Woodinville High School

Improv Unexpected at Jules Maes in Georgetown
2025-11-25 21:00 - 22:00 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Improv comes to Georgetown! Seattle’s legendary improv company, Unexpected Productions, brings you the Improv Unexpected. The talented cast members take your suggestions and spontaneously create hilarious stories, zany scenes, and fun songs right on the spot and in the moment just for YOU!
21+ with valid ID. All sales are non-refundable. If the event is rescheduled, all purchases will be honored for the next event date. If the event is canceled, all purchases will be refunded in full

Graduate Greenhouse
2025-11-26 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.

Thanksgiving Day - CLOSED
2025-11-27 | Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
