HUGE Improv Theater is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
The theater specializes specifically in long-form improv, as opposed to short-form games.
The venue serves as the primary home for the Twin Cities Improv Festival.
The theater was founded by a collective of local improvisers to provide a permanent space for the art form in the Twin Cities.
It provides an extensive curriculum of improv classes for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to advanced performers.
HUGE Improv Theater is a community-supported non-profit dedicated exclusively to the art of long-form improvisation in Minneapolis. Located in the Lyn-Lake neighborhood, the venue operates as a hub for both public performances and comprehensive improv training classes. The theater functions as a cultural center for local performers, offering a diverse weekly rotation of improvised shows ranging from genre-based parodies to experimental long-form storytelling. The facility serves as the headquarters for the annual Twin Cities Improv Festival. It operates as a mission-driven organization focused on keeping improv accessible through affordable programming and community outreach.
The marquee-style signage at the entrance and the colorful, intimate performance stage.
Book tickets online in advance as popular weekend shows frequently reach capacity.
Arrive early to secure a seat, as general admission seating is first-come, first-served.
Check the online calendar to see if a show is part of a festival or a multi-show pass event.
Do not attempt to heckle or shout suggestions during the performance unless the improvisers specifically request audience participation.
Closed on certain holidays; check the online schedule for specific dark dates during seasonal breaks.
Casual attire; guests are expected to remain seated and quiet during performances, as interruptions can disrupt the improvised dialogue.
