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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-2/2025-02-08/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Improvised Shakespeare Workshop Level 3\, Starting 2/2
DESCRIPTION:n this Shakespeare Workshop Level Three with Alan Hawkins\, students will deepen their understanding of Elizabethan theatre techniques\, building on the skills developed in earlier workshops. This advanced class will explore more complex elements of Shakespearean language\, character development\, and the art of improvisation within the Bard’s world\, empowering students to fully inhabit the rich tapestry of his plays. By the end of the workshop\, participants will showcase their progress in a live improvised performance\, bringing to life an entire Shakespearean story in front of an audience at the Market Theatre on Monday\, February 3\, at 7 p.m. Don’t miss this opportunity to perform in the spirit of Shakespeare and test your skills in a true theatrical setting! \nImprovise scenes\, perform monologues and play games based on the exercises in this workshop. \nDate: Sunday\, 2/2\nTime: 10:30 – 3 pm with a half-hour lunch\nLocation: 5700 6th Ave S Suite 109\, Seattle\, WA 98108\nMaximum Students: 12\nCost: $130.00\nPrerequisite: Alan’s previous Shakespeare Workshop Level 1 and 2\nShowcase: Monday\, 2/3 at 7pm at the Market Theatre\nLocation: 1428 Post Alley Seattle 98101 \nTeacher Bio: Alan Hawkins Improviser/Teacher/Facilitator \nAlan Hawkins is an improviser from Los Angeles and Chicago. He has performed\, directed\, and taught theater and improv since 2004. Alan graduated from The Second City Conservatory\, The Second City Musical Conservatory\, The iO West Program\, The Chicago ComedySportz Training Center\, and The Annoyance Program. He has been fortunate enough to participate in many festivals across the US with the three-man group Extra Shelves and has been a guest player with Grand Theft Improv in London\, UK. He was also an instructor and director for the Teen Comedy Festival in Chicago. Alan is an ensemble member of Unexpected Productions\, the longest-running Theatersports theater in America.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/improvised-shakespeare-workshop-level-3-starting-2-2/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T200000
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SUMMARY:Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of a beautiful improv show that weaves together three audience suggestions to create a single life story portrayed by Seattle’s most skilled improvisers. We all dream about who we’ll become as we age and often reminisce about our younger selves. Bring your aspirations for the future\, your cherished and not-so-fond memories\, and the challenges and joys of your current life. Sit back and watch as we intertwine them in Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/triplet-one-life-three-ways-improvised-2/2025-01-26/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-25/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-24/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of a beautiful improv show that weaves together three audience suggestions to create a single life story portrayed by Seattle’s most skilled improvisers. We all dream about who we’ll become as we age and often reminisce about our younger selves. Bring your aspirations for the future\, your cherished and not-so-fond memories\, and the challenges and joys of your current life. Sit back and watch as we intertwine them in Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/triplet-one-life-three-ways-improvised-2/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T193000
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241217T215433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T222415Z
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T184559Z
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SUMMARY:Scenes for Brittany: An Improvised Benefit Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of laughter\, community\, and support at Scenes for Brittany\, a special improvised benefit show to help one of our own\, on January 15\, 2025\, at 7 pm at Unexpected Productions in the Market Theatre in Seattle’s Pike Place Market… \nOur dear friend Brittany\, a beloved member of Seattle’s improv and stand-up comedy communities\, has recently been diagnosed with a severe blood disease. As she faces months of treatment\, isolation\, and missing work\, we’re rallying together to provide some much-needed support for her and her family during this challenging time. \nThis heartwarming night of improv will feature Brittany’s classmates and our dear friends from the Unexpected Productions community—all coming together to bring laughs while raising funds for Brittany’s care. \nBut the fun doesn’t stop there! Stick around for a double feature as we roll right 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.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/scenes-for-brittany-an-improvised-benefit-show/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241217T221924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T215915Z
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SUMMARY:Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of a beautiful improv show that weaves together three audience suggestions to create a single life story portrayed by Seattle’s most skilled improvisers. We all dream about who we’ll become as we age and often reminisce about our younger selves. Bring your aspirations for the future\, your cherished and not-so-fond memories\, and the challenges and joys of your current life. Sit back and watch as we intertwine them in Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/triplet-one-life-three-ways-improvised-2/2025-01-12/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T164515Z
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2025-01-10/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T193000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-10/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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SUMMARY:Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of a beautiful improv show that weaves together three audience suggestions to create a single life story portrayed by Seattle’s most skilled improvisers. We all dream about who we’ll become as we age and often reminisce about our younger selves. Bring your aspirations for the future\, your cherished and not-so-fond memories\, and the challenges and joys of your current life. Sit back and watch as we intertwine them in Triplet: One Life\, Three Ways\, Improvised.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/triplet-one-life-three-ways-improvised-2/2025-01-05/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
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SUMMARY:Acting for Improviser with Cynthia Lair Winter 25
DESCRIPTION:Bring your improvised scenes to life and experience what it means to fully inhabit the characters you create. Learn to embrace the imaginary circumstances in which we improvise. \nThis workshop is designed to give improvisers space to practice simple techniques that help bring a deeper authenticity to scenes. Bringing acting skills to improv builds the connection between characters and forms a stronger bond with the audience. We will do this by looking closely at moments; how we pursue action and allow reaction. Bringing more reality to these helps create more compelling stories. \nAs well as techniques from other master acting teachers\, this class focuses on pursuing objectives that result in emotional responses\, as well as internal and external actions. Emphasis is placed on slowing down\, listening\, and allowing offers to land before responding honestly – moment-to-moment improv. Practicing these techniques can bring richness and reality to improvised scene work. \nDates: Jan 5\, 12\, 19 and 26 \nTime:11:30am – 2pm \nLocation: Unexpected Productions Improv School\, Georgetown Studios\, 650 South Orcas\, Suite 101 Seattle\, WA 98108 https://goo.gl/CMCRQp \nMaximum Students: 14 \nCost: $150 \nPrerequisite: Improv 200 or equivalent or by teacher approval \nAges: 18+ \nInstructor: \nCynthia Lair began her life as an actress with a B.A. in theater. From there she became an acting apprentice at the Actors Theater of Louisville\, followed by professional roles in regional theaters. After moving to NYC she continued her training with Uta Hagen and her performing with on-stage roles and on-camera roles in numerous national commercials. Some of her favorite theater roles\, The Kathy & Mo Show\, The Glass Menagerie\, and Hard Times came after moving to Seattle. Her theater work combined with improv training has led to much fun in improvised plays such as Four Hearts\, Shakespeare Unexpected\, Atomic Sci Fi\, A Shadow in the Doorway\, and Austen Unbound. Cynthia has been an ensemble member and teacher at Unexpected Productions since 2015.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/acting-for-improviser-with-cynthia-lair-3-3/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241115T021546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T021546Z
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SUMMARY:Improvised Shakespeare Workshop Level 2\, Starting 1/5
DESCRIPTION:Continue in the world of the Elizabethan theatre with Alan Hawkins in this Shakespeare Workshop Level Two. This workshop will continue where you left off in the first workshop\, exploring the techniques and approaches that will help you paint with all the colors of the world’s most recognized playwright. Students will perform in a Student Showcase the next night\, Monday\, Jan 6\, at the Market Theatre at 7pm 1428 Post Alley 98101. \nImprovise scenes\, perform monologues and play games based on the exercises in this workshop. \nDate: Sunday\, 1/5\nTime: 10:30 – 3 pm with a half-hour lunch\nLocation: 5700 6th Ave S Suite 109\, Seattle\, WA 98108\nMaximum Students: 16\nCost: $130.00\nPrerequisite: Alan’s previous Shakespeare Workshop\nShowcase: Monday\, 1/6 at 7 pm at the Market Theater\nLocation: 1428 Post Alley Seattle 98101 \nTeacher Bio: Alan Hawkins Improviser/Teacher/Facilitator\nAlan Hawkins is an improviser from Los Angeles and Chicago. He has performed\, directed\, and taught theater and improv since 2004. Alan graduated from The Second City Conservatory\, The Second City Musical Conservatory\, The iO West Program\, The Chicago ComedySportz Training Center\, and The Annoyance Program. He has been fortunate enough to participate in many festivals across the US with the three-man group Extra Shelves and has been a guest player with Grand Theft Improv in London\, UK. He was also an instructor and director for the Teen Comedy Festival in Chicago. Alan is an ensemble member of Unexpected Productions\, the longest-running Theatresports theater in America. \nNOTE: Please note that this class has a great deal of movement and action. Please dress accordingly and bring a bottle of water.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/improvised-shakespeare-workshop-level-2-starting-1-5/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250104T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250104T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20251230T164515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T164515Z
UID:10007259-1736019000-1736023500@www.unexpectedproductions.org
SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2025-01-04/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250104T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250104T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241217T215433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T222415Z
UID:10006988-1736019000-1736023500@www.unexpectedproductions.org
SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-04/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241022T204901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T204901Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Stage-Worthy Personal Stories Workshop Winter 25
DESCRIPTION:Unleash your inner storyteller and captivate your audience\, whether it’s in a professional setting\, among friends and family\, or on stage. Gain confidence and bring your stories to life. Share your unique narrative and make a lasting impression. \nLearn the power of personal storytelling and the art of vulnerability in this fun 6-week class. Develop relatable\, engaging\, and entertaining personal stories from your life experiences. The workshop explores the art of oral storytelling\, including story creation\, enhancement\, and presentation. You’ll learn simple\, practical story guidelines and step-by-step tools to create honest and incredible stories. \nKent Whipple\, founder of the storytelling program at Unexpected Productions Improv School\, is the instructor. He teaches intro and advanced classes\, is the narrative coach for the improv ensemble\, and hosts Inside Story\, a storytelling show. He was also featured on the PBS show\, Stories from the Stage\, showcasing the power of real stories told by masterful storytellers. \nThis workshop is suitable for novice storytellers\, or to enhance the skills of a seasoned performer. Attendance at the first session is mandatory\, as it sets the agenda for the entire class. Please ensure you are vaccinated and bring proof of vaccination to show your instructor at your first class. \nSkills taught in class include successful storytelling techniques\, identifying story arcs\, creating story stakes\, identifying story-worthy material\, and gaining audience trust. The objective is to create a stage-worthy story to be presented in front of a live audience. \nDates: Saturdays. 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm NOTE: Attendance at the first session of your course is mandatory as it sets the agenda for the entire quarter. If you think you will have to miss the first class\, please consider registering for the next time the class is offered. \nLocation: Market Theatre 1428 Post Alley Seattle 98101 \nMaximum Students: 12 \nCost: $285 \nPrerequisite: None \nAges: 18+
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/creating-stage-worthy-personal-stories-workshop-winter-24-2/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250103T204500
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2025-01-03/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250103T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241217T215433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T222415Z
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3/2025-01-03/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241127T191321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T191349Z
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SUMMARY:The Internal Narrative Improv Workshop with Joe Bill
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on the fundamentals of the ACTING part of narrative improvisation. We will practice skills that connect our internal process to our external words and actions\, and yes\, I will also use some neuroscience ideas to help introduce you to your Engineer and Jazz Brain and help you bring those sensibilities into harmony when you’re improvising scenes in a Narrative context! We’ll cover the importance of The First 30 Seconds in a Scene\, Listening Through Emotion\, Psychological Awareness and Narrative Strategy\, Forwarding Relationships\, Manifesting Story and Comedic Promises so that both Story and Comedy are a consequence of the connection between characters that we care about. We’ll also touch on Comedy Through Connection and Hot Reads as techniques we can use in the moment to engage each other\, our story\, and our audience. I will also offer some personal and general feedback to help you apply these skills going forward in your Impro/v life! \nThis will feel very much like an acting class because it is! \nDate: 12/29/2023 12:00pm -3:00pm \nLocation: 5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 Seattle. WA 98108 \nMaximum Students: 16 \nCost: $180 ($189.57 including booking fees) \nPrerequisite: None \nAges: 18 and above \nAbout the Instructor: Joe Bill is widely regarded as one of the best teachers of Improvised Storytelling and Scenic\, Longform & Duo Improvisation in North America today. He is one of the founding members of Annoyance Theater Chicago where\, for 12 years\, he performed in and/or directed more than 60 different shows. Joe is ½ of the first touring Improv Duo in North America\, BASSPROV\, created in 2000 with Mark Sutton. They are still performing at Festivals and theater engagements globally 24 years later. Since then Joe’s been touring all over the world teaching\, directing\, and improvising with several other amazing Duo Partners like Patti Stiles (Our Play)\, Jill Bernard (SCRAM!)\, Stacey Hallal (Stacey & Joe\, We Slept Together) Lee White (Paradigm)\, Heather Urquart (Blues Hammer)\, Felipe Ortiz (Les Disciplinos) and David Razowsky (Razowsky & Bill)\, ALL in different\, original formats and styles. He’s touring his solo scripted show\, written as he successfully took on and survived Surgeries & chemo associated with 3 different cancers from late 2022 to early 2024\, Joe Bill: Surviving Consciousness\, (Lessons learned from Cancer\, LSD & Michael Jordan) all over the U.S. and the world. In April 2024 he debuted it at the Auckland Imrprov Festival in Auckland\, NZ. He has since preformed it at Festivals and Theaters across the USA and will record it at Curious Comedy Theater in Portland\, OR in early 2025. He is the creator and host of Story Chain\, a virtual (and now sometimes live!)\, 90-minute\, international story sharing event that he developed in 2020 during the Pandemic. He was the Director of Corporate Training at iO Chicago for 15 years and started training and performing there in 1985. He was a Guest Artist in Residence at The Second City Training Center & Conservatory where he taught intensives in Duo Improvisation and Improvisation for Actors for 10 years.Award (Best-Taped Live Performance – The Minnesota Wrecking Crew)\, with The Imponderables nominated for the same award. \nHe was recently in Montréal as a part of the Just for Laughs Festival with the reunion of The Kids in the Hall\, and also with his show “Hammy and the Kids” with Craig Northey\, based on his two dysfunctional families\, his father (“Hammy”) and The Kids in the Hall.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/30519/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20251230T164515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T164515Z
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2024-12-28/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241122T191716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T234920Z
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SUMMARY:Joe Bill: Surviving Conscious
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for 12/28 and join us for a truly special evening with Chicago improv legend Joe Bill! In this heartfelt and captivating solo show\, Joe takes the stage to share bizarre\, humorous\, and deeply personal stories of surviving three different cancers. With lessons drawn from spiritual misadventures\, LSD trips\, and even Michael Jordan\, this scripted performance blends raw honesty\, edgy humor\, and profound insight. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind journey through resilience\, laughter\, and the human spirit. \nAll ticket sales are final and nonrefundable. There are no refunds\, exchanges or transfers. Please confirm your date.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/joe-bill-surviving-conscious/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241127T190938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T190938Z
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SUMMARY:The First 30 Seconds Improv Workshop with Joe Bill
DESCRIPTION:In Improvisation scenes\, the ending often lies in the beginning. I will show you how to begin your scenes with focus & playfulness and how to begin to bring your inner Engineer & Jazz Musician into Harmony through the way that you listen. We’ll focus on the first 30 seconds of a scene to discover your characters (How they do\, What they do\, Who they are) evolving from the recognition of “How am I?” and “How are you?” & “How are WE?” I’ll help increase your awareness of the two types of dialogue (Circumstantial & Interpersonal) to give you the best chance to play an honest\, grounded scene rooted in depth and discovery AND how comedy & story come as a consequence of connection rather than goals you’re desperately chasing. \nDate: 12/28/2023 12:00 pm -3:00 pm \nLocation: 5700 6th Ave S Suite 109 Seattle. WA 98108 \nMaximum Students: 16 \nCost: $180 ($189.57 including booking fees) \nPrerequisite: None \nAges: 18 and above \nAbout the Instructor: Joe Bill is widely regarded as one of the best teachers of Improvised Storytelling and Scenic\, Longform & Duo Improvisation in North America today. He is one of the founding members of Annoyance Theater Chicago where\, for 12 years\, he performed in and/or directed more than 60 different shows. Joe is ½ of the first touring Improv Duo in North America\, BASSPROV\, created in 2000 with Mark Sutton. They are still performing at Festivals and theater engagements globally 24 years later. Since then Joe’s been touring all over the world teaching\, directing\, and improvising with several other amazing Duo Partners like Patti Stiles (Our Play)\, Jill Bernard (SCRAM!)\, Stacey Hallal (Stacey & Joe\, We Slept Together) Lee White (Paradigm)\, Heather Urquart (Blues Hammer)\, Felipe Ortiz (Les Disciplinos) and David Razowsky (Razowsky & Bill)\, ALL in different\, original formats and styles. He’s touring his solo scripted show\, written as he successfully took on and survived Surgeries & chemo associated with 3 different cancers from late 2022 to early 2024\, Joe Bill: Surviving Consciousness\, (Lessons learned from Cancer\, LSD & Michael Jordan) all over the U.S. and the world. In April 2024 he debuted it at the Auckland Imrprov Festival in Auckland\, NZ. He has since preformed it at Festivals and Theaters across the USA and will record it at Curious Comedy Theater in Portland\, OR in early 2025. He is the creator and host of Story Chain\, a virtual (and now sometimes live!)\, 90-minute\, international story sharing event that he developed in 2020 during the Pandemic. He was the Director of Corporate Training at iO Chicago for 15 years and started training and performing there in 1985. He was a Guest Artist in Residence at The Second City Training Center & Conservatory where he taught intensives in Duo Improvisation and Improvisation for Actors for 10 years.Award (Best-Taped Live Performance – The Minnesota Wrecking Crew)\, with The Imponderables nominated for the same award. \nHe was recently in Montréal as a part of the Just for Laughs Festival with the reunion of The Kids in the Hall\, and also with his show “Hammy and the Kids” with Craig Northey\, based on his two dysfunctional families\, his father (“Hammy”) and The Kids in the Hall.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/the-first-30-seconds-improv-workshop-with-joe-bill/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241227T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241227T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20251230T164515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T164515Z
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SUMMARY:No Strings Attached: An Improvised Puppet Show for Grownups
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDon’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. \nTHIS SHOW CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT\, LANGUAGE\, AND SITUATIONS
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/no-strings-attached-an-improvised-puppet-show-for-grownups-2-3-3/2024-12-27/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241226T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241226T211500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111012
CREATED:20241122T201949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T214044Z
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SUMMARY:Loose Cannons Improv featuring Stacey Hillal and Joe Bill
DESCRIPTION:Experience the electrifying chemistry of improv legends Stacey Hallal and Joe Bill in Stacey & Bill\, a one-of-a-kind performance of Loose Cannons! With roots in iconic institutions like Annoyance Theater\, iO Chicago\, Second City\, and Curious Comedy Theater\, these two seasoned performers bring decades of expertise\, razor-sharp wit\, and boundless creativity to the stage. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of unscripted comedy that’s sure to surprise\, delight\, and leave you in awe! They will then join members of the Unexpected Productions ensemble for a special performance of the Harold\, a legendary improv format.
URL:https://www.unexpectedproductions.org/event/loose-cannons-improv-featuring-stacey-hillal-and-joe-bill/
LOCATION:Unexpected Productions\, 1428 Post Alley at the Gum Wall in Pike Place Market\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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