To the Beat of a Different Drum - An Improv Workshop by Betse Green
Jun
30

To the Beat of a Different Drum - An Improv Workshop by Betse Green

Do you struggle with scenes that just feel like talking heads? Do you talk too much? Too little? Taking on the rhythms and patterns in your speech and movement we will create dynamic and unpredictable scenes to the beat of a new drum. Valuable creative tools using the rhythm and cadence of your verbal and non-verbal communication are packed into this fun and interactive 2-hour workshop. Taught by Internationally Acclaimed Teacher and Improvisor Betse Green, she brings her 18 years of experience as a professional improviser and Certified Improv Educator. By the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away with tools to guide you in: The importance of silence and when to use it The joy of being a chatterbox with purpose Supporting your scene partner that encourage communication Reframing challenges as opportunities in a fun way The value and purpose of identifying the different rhythms of movement and speech

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the incredible, Betse Green! June 30th from 1 PM to 3 PM at The Linen Building. $30.

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Why Do We Care? - A Workshop by Nick Condon
Jun
30

Why Do We Care? - A Workshop by Nick Condon

Why do we care?

If you don’t care, we don’t care. Every character needs some motivation, point of view, or something to fight for. It can be almost anything, but you need an objective. That clash of characters' motives is what drives the scene. Explore how playing with emotional investment, commitment, and heightening, can help you make strong choices you can hold onto while supporting your scene partner.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn from the esteemed Nick Condon. Sunday, June 30th from 10 AM to Noon at The Linen Building. $30

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Meet Cute: A Feature-Length Improvised Rom Com
Jun
29

Meet Cute: A Feature-Length Improvised Rom Com

Come see Meet Cute: A Feature Length Improvised Romantic Comedy on Saturday, June 29th, in downtown Boise at The Linen Building!

Nick Condon, Betse Green, and Bill Cernasky - 3 of Portland's most prestigious long-form improvisers and beloved members of the nationwide improv community - lead an ensemble of Boise's finest to perform a show completely unique to the Treasure Valley! Join us for this incredible night of choose-your-own-romance-adventure improvised theater. Will romantic plans be foiled? Perhaps. Will true love reign supreme? Who knows- it's a tall order in 2024, but we could all use a little more love in our lives so it's worth a shot! Don't miss this incredible night of comedy and theater. Featuring Boise performers Matthew Melton, Jess Ellis, Manda Hardin, Marissa Gunnarsson, and Austin Von Johnson as well as a live musical score by Las Vegas musical improviser, Faustino Solis!

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Anyone Can Cook - Anyone Can Sing! A Musical Improv Workshop by Faustino Solis
Jun
29

Anyone Can Cook - Anyone Can Sing! A Musical Improv Workshop by Faustino Solis

Don't miss this incredible music workshop by nationally-renowned musical improviser, Faustino Solis!

For improvisers who have never sung before, or those who need a confidence boost - Faustino helps you explore the root of all singing and how singing is an extension of improv in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment. This workshop involves a little bit of movement, a little bit of clowning around, and a whole lot of joy.

Saturday, June 29th from 4 PM to 6 PM at The Linen Building. $30

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A Funny Night in Portland ...In Boise
Jun
28

A Funny Night in Portland ...In Boise

A Funny Night in Portland ...In Boise - Premiere Improvised Theater LIVE at The Linen Building.

On Friday, June 28th, 3 of Portland's most prestigious long-form improvisers perform in Downtown Boise! Betse Green, Bill Cernasky, and Nick Condon are long-time staples of the Portland Improv scene and well-known, beloved members of the nationwide improv community. With a combined over 60 years of experience, these 3 performers have appeared in some of the highest-regarded improv festivals across the U.S. and Europe! Nick, Betse, and Bill are all resident performers at Portland's Curious Comedy Theater, and on June 28th, they're bringing forms that make them true icons of the Pacific Northwest.

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Rollin' in Riches LIVE at Boise Contemporary Theater
Mar
1

Rollin' in Riches LIVE at Boise Contemporary Theater

Rollin' in Riches brings the funny to The Boise Contemporary Theater Friday, March 1st! Performed on the beautiful BCT Mainstage, come out for unscripted theatre unlike anything you've seen in the Valley. This veteran long-form improv comedy duo will have you laughing the high life with their quick wit and incomparable commitment to scenes and story. Don't miss it!

Opening the show will be Boise-based improv troupes Hoochie and the Blowfish, as well as Wittypedia feat. Rollin' in Riches.

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The Relationship Show - Twin Falls, ID
Feb
16
to Feb 17

The Relationship Show - Twin Falls, ID

Have you ever wondered what your life would be like as a Romantic Comedy? Well get ready for some laughs and some funny relationship stories. These comedians will choose a willing couple from the audience, get their story of how they met and fell in love and then reenacted it LIVE on the stage before your very eyes! They may even throw in a song or two. Heath, Mollie, Ivan, Austin, Steve, and Faustino are coming back to The Orpheum Theatre to bring you this hilarious show for its 8th year! Don't miss one of the most popular comedy events in the Magic Valley!

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Featuring for Zoltan Kazsas at The Lounge At The End of the Universe
Jan
26

Featuring for Zoltan Kazsas at The Lounge At The End of the Universe

Zoltan Kaszas is an award-winning stand-up comedian known for his sharp, observational humor and love of cats. Born in Hungary, Zoltan and his mother immigrated to the United States in 1991, first settling in Pittsburgh before moving to the trailer parks of San Diego.

Whether on tour, or online, Zoltan Kaszas continues to charm audiences with his unforgettable, relevant, and smart brand of comedy.

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Hoochie and the Blowfish at Story Story Night!
Jan
23

Hoochie and the Blowfish at Story Story Night!

We continue SiDE A of our Flagship Season with stories inspired by the PLAY button of the tape deck.

SOUND OFF | 2023-24 flagship season | JUMP

“Life is like a mixtape!” shouts out the DJ relative of Forrest Gump in a sample track. For our 14th flagship season, Story Story Night is dropping beats with true stories on a rock- your-world theme. Starring featured storytellers mixed with an open story slam. Live on stage and without notes.

Take out the earbuds and turn up the volume on the extended playtime of human experience. Hear real-life soundtracks more electrifying than an 80s boombox on your shoulder.

Beats Coachella passes. Better vibes / less BO. Season subscriptions and tickets at storystorynight.org.

Beats karaoke, too. Be a featured storyteller by freestyle rapping your plotline to story@storystorynight.org.

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Comedy Behind The Curtain: The HA-HAunting
Oct
27

Comedy Behind The Curtain: The HA-HAunting

This October 27th and 28th, The Orpheum Theatre premieres a show unlike anything you’ve seen! Comedy Behind The Curtain. Improv comedy meets theater in a hilarious spectacle as 6 comedians perform an Improvised One-Act Play based entirely on your suggestion, but there’s a twist... They will be performing on the set of The Orpheum's current production having never seen it before! It just so happens that this performance will end up using the set from: The Evil Dead.

Join Mollie Harmison, Austin Von Johnson, Jess Ellis, Matthew Melton, Brighton Jenson, and Heath Harmison in an unforgettable narrative experience guaranteed to never be seen again! Welcome to The HA-HAunting. Be ready to die laughing.

The show’s at 7 pm. Rated Adult.

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Comedy Sportz 101 - Improv for the Stage - 6 Week Class
Oct
12
to Nov 16

Comedy Sportz 101 - Improv for the Stage - 6 Week Class

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This is where we train to perform. Dip your toes into improvisational comedy as a performance art and learn what “Yes And” means on stage! Veteran instructor, Austin Von Johnson, will coach you through all you need to know to play like an improv professional - an improvessional. Experience is welcome but not necessary, and we pride ourselves on offering a level and nurturing playing field. We've been called one of the top eight comedy schools from around the nation by Paste Magazine, and we're dedicated to making you feel welcome.

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Steven Briggs LIVE! at The Linen Building
Sep
22

Steven Briggs LIVE! at The Linen Building

STEVEN BRIGGS RETURNS TO BOISE!

Join us Friday, September 22nd in downtown Boise for a night of hilarious stand-up comedy. LA-based comedian, Steven Briggs brings a unique, high-energy style of comedy guaranteed to keep you on your toes. His material is enhanced by his use of sound effects, act-outs, and characters to create a truly visceral comedy experience!

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