We are NYC DOE VENDORS and also host student groups from around the world almost daily for shows and workshops.
Bring your friends, family and student groups to Times Square NYC where we now have live Improv Comedy shows EVERY NIGHT at 7pm. $20 at the door, or click here for $10 tickets. EMAIL for group sales and private event requests!
With consideration of the obvious, Walt and his team are actually doing what they are teaching. This makes a difference to many groups. It is important that theater groups work with professionals. What is not obvious is that the entire experience benefits the group. They are able to take class in an actual club where the professionals perform. That alone adds an immersion quality not available by hiring just an improve teacher to come to a studio somewhere. Walt and his team make sure that anyone that wants to be involved is able to get up and do the work. Its been a favorite experience for many of my groups.
Matt Koke, e.e.tours
$600 includes 5:30 Workshop, 7pm Show and soft drinks for up to 20 guests, $30/additional guests.
PRIVATE SHOW $1500 for up to 50 guests. $2000 up to 80 guests.
Walt Frasier and his team at Eight Improv have always provided our groups with nothing short of an incredible experience in their improv workshops! The teacher’s energy, creativity, and clear guidance made every session not only fun but also incredibly insightful for our visiting students. Walt is a pleasure to work with throughout the planning process and is a tremendous asset to our roster of teachers in New York City!
ANDREA RODER, Operations Director Educational Performance Tours
DAY TIME RATES
Before 5pm Daily: Show Only $1000 for up to 80 guests
Optional Workshop + $10pp
Optional Pizza Lunch +$10pp
EMAIL US NOW to book dates or request additional information.
We host teen groups almost daily at our Times Square NYC Theater for Interactive Improv Comedy shows and workshops. We offer high impact programming at great rates.
Improv comedy workshops are a must for any aspiring performer and we host student theater groups from around the world. Improv is also a powerful tool to train valuable ke life skills. We use Improv to trains corporate groups in team building/ community, leadership, better sales and customer service skills. In addition to helping actors create better characters and connecting to scenes, Simply playing improv comedy games develops creativity, critical thinking, public speaking, self confidence, self awareness, listening, focus and more. In short we turn students into better students, leaders and more.
Our workshops start with playing ice breakers and techniques builders. The second half is playing games students van take back to school and create live performances. We have heard stories of students creating their own school based comedy troupes after a single workshop, often expending to sketch comedy, AKA creative writing.
We only charge student groups and other non profits $500 for a single teacher, up to two hours at our Times Square NYC theater, or $350 anywhere NYC at your venue of choice. EMAIL to book powerful life skills training for your students. We also host groups for birthdays and family gatherings. We send teaching artists DC to Boston and beyond.
OFF BROADWAY IMPROV COMEDY SHOWS, TIMES SQUARE – NYC DOE VENDOR
We also host student groups for private shows daily. Improv Comedy shows are great cultural arts destinations, with every shows providing professional music and theater experiences.
Our show features a series of original skits and songs improvised based on audience suggestions and participation. Every show features pro singers improvising the blues, Irish Jigs and even mock Broadway shows, create based upon a single word or topic from the audience. Numerous skits invite audience on stage to more directly steer the comedy paths. The result is one of the most immersive theaterical experiences Manhattan has to offer.
Student tickets at public shows $15pp with no additional purchase required (regularly priced $30 plus a drink minimum).
Private shows start at $600 for up to 40 guests, $15/additional guests
Field Trips for larger groups, Monday thru Friday $1000 flat for up to 100 students. (140 is the max capacity for our larger stage, we can run two concurrent shows and handle up to 210 guests.)
PIZZA PARTY – FULL PACKAGE
$350 includes show, pizza and soft drink for up to 10 guests at our public shows. $35/additional guest. When possible we add a mini workshop at no extra charge for non profit groups.
$1000 up to 40 guests private show with show and pizza, $25/additional guest.
Hey educators, parents, and students! As the leaves start to change, it’s time to inject some fun and creativity into your school community with Improv-Teens-NYC’s amazing fall lineup! We’re excited to bring you a range of programs designed to inspire laughter, build confidence, and foster collaboration.
Ignite Learning and Laughter with Our Fall 2024 Programs:
Unforgettable Field Trips to Times Square:
Step into the heart of NYC’s theater scene with our immersive field trips to Times Square. Your students will experience the thrill of live improv shows, participate in hands-on workshops, and soak up the energy of Broadway. It’s a field trip they’ll never forget!
Engaging Assembly Programs:
Our high-energy assembly programs are the perfect way to kick-start your school year. We’ll have your entire student body laughing, participating, and embracing the power of spontaneous creativity.
Innovative Residencies:
Transform your language arts curriculum with our unique residencies. We use improv and stand-up comedy as tools to teach creative writing, storytelling, and public speaking. Your students will develop essential communication skills while having a blast!
Dynamic After-School Programs:
Looking for an engaging after-school activity? Our improv workshops provide a safe and supportive environment for students to express themselves, build confidence, and make new friends.
Family Outreach Events:
Join us for special family-friendly improv shows and workshops. These events are a wonderful way to connect with your community and share the joy of laughter.
Professional Development for Educators:
Want to bring the magic of improv into your classroom? Our professional development workshops equip teachers with the tools and techniques to use improv as a teaching tool.
Why Choose Improv 4 Teens?
Experienced Instructors: Our team of seasoned improv professionals is passionate about working with young people.
Proven Track Record: We’ve been inspiring students and teachers across NYC for years.
Customized Programs: We tailor our programs to meet the unique needs of your school or community.
Guaranteed Fun: Get ready for a whole lot of laughter and learning!
Ready to Book Your Fall Improv Experience?
Contact us today to learn more about our fall programs and to schedule a visit to your school. We can’t wait to bring the power of improv to your community!
GET TICKETS to our signature show, featuring the professional cast of EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH delivering hilarious interactive musical comedy improvised based on audience suggestions and participation. Live form Times Square and touring nationwide since 2002!
EMAIL for more information. While our classes are designed to be 8 week sessions culminating in a performance showcase. We allow students to join almost any time
The New York Improv Theater is a one stop edutainment center for corporate team building, office / holiday parties and more. Our comedy shows and workshops deliver high impact results. Clients include Google, Mercedes Benz, META /Facebook, TikTok, JP Morgan Chase, Accenture, Morgan Stanley, Twitter, Roblox, Rimowa, EI Digital, Accenture, Datadog HQ, Milbank, BING/Microsoft, Band of America – Merrill Lynch, Home Depot, Ernst & Young, Johnson & Johnson, Louis Vuitton, Coach, UBS, BDO, AMEX, Master Card, Macy’s, 360i, IBM, GM, Kraft, UNILEAVER, HBO, Prudential, Convene, Conference Board and many more… (NYC DOE VENDORS)
Artistic Director, Walt Frasier has 25+ years of professional credits in comedy, Theater and music. He got his big break in TV performing comedy sketches on MTV’s Stankervision, Late Nite with David Letterman, TruTV’s Friends of the People, and most recently on HBO’s Pause with Sam Jay. As an actor, Frasier has appeared on NBC’s Blacklist, CBS’s Blue Bloods, USA’s Royal Pains (Filmed in Puerto Rico), Netflix’s Lilyhammer (filmed in Norway) and NICK’s Naked Brothers Band. In addition to 1000s of live performances around the world, Frasier has also appeared in numerous commercials, industrials, webisodes and reality TV shows.
Bring your students to our Times Square NYC theater for a day of laughter and valuable life skills training. Our shows present hilarious interactive musical comedy skits and songs improvised based on audience suggestions and participation. Our workshops deliver more laughs, and simply playing these improv games develops creativity, critical thinking, public speaking, listening, focus, self confidence and more. Add the pizza party for a complete experience – local shop sends the New York pizza pies. EMAIL us asap to book your next trip! NYC DOE VENDOR
SHOWS
The cast of EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH delivers hilarious interactive musical comedy skits and sings improvised based on audience suggestions and participation. Live from Times Square NYC and touring nationwide since 2002.
Group Rates, Saturdays/ Sundays 3pm $15pp (minimum 10, $150). No additional purchase required for non profit groups. (usually $30 plus 1 drink minimum)
Day Time Field Trips (Monday thru Friday before 5pm) $600 up to 40 students, $15/additional student, $1000 up to 100 students. $10/additional student (ask about Title 1 discounts for larger groups). Once minimums are met we offer limited complimentary seating for teachers/chaperons.
Pizza Party, 2 large slices and bottled water (soda and juice options available upon request). Add $15pp
Mini Workshop- 45-minute session of games that teach students about working together, listening and focus, and story telling. Add $10/student
Broadway Classroom – Improv Workshop
Improv is a powerful tool. Improv IS Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Simply playing these game develops creativity, critical thinking, public speaking, listening, focus, self confidence and more. We use to teach corporate team building, leadership, sales and customer service.
The complete Broadway Classroom is a two hour masterclass, leading students through a series of warm-ups, technique builders and performance games that could be used to build a show at your school.
Almost weekly we have teen groups from around the world working with our top notch professional teaching artists. We also work with teachers. Improv is powerful professional development programming.
Our Governing Principles
HAVE FUN but never at another’s expense! – Walt Frasier’s #1 Rule
YES AND… #1 Rule in Improv
LISTENING is the #1 Skill in Comedy
We create a safe fun space to play. Story and play are the best ways to learn. We use these same programs to train corporate team building, leadership, sales and service skills.
Check put our public shows off-Broadway. For smaller groups we can often add a public show.
Artistic Director Walt Frasier has 25+ years of professional credits in comedy, Theater and music. He got his big break in TV performing comedy sketches on MTV’s Stankervision, Late Nite with David Letterman, TruTV’s Friends of the People, and most recently on HBO’s Pause with Sam Jay. As an actor, Frasier has appeared on NBC’s Blacklist, CBS’s Blue Bloods, USA’s Royal Pains (Filmed in Puerto Rico), Netflix’s Lilyhammer (filmed in Norway) and NICK’s Naked Brothers Band. In addition to 1000s of live performances around the world, Frasier has also appeared in numerous commercials, industrials, webisodes and reality TV shows. Frasier has written many books on comedy performance and more.
The New York Improv Theater is a one stop edutainment center for corporate team building, office / holiday parties and more. Our comedy shows and workshops deliver high impact results. Clients include Google, Mercedes Benz, META /Facebook, TikTok, JP Morgan Chase, Accenture, Morgan Stanley, Twitter, Roblox, Rimowa, EI Digital, Accenture, Datadog HQ, Milbank, BING/Microsoft, Band of America – Merrill Lynch, Home Depot, Ernst & Young, Johnson & Johnson, Louis Vuitton, Coach, UBS, BDO, AMEX, Master Card, Macy’s, 360i, IBM, GM, Kraft, UNILEAVER, HBO, Prudential, Convene, Conference Board and many more… (NYC DOE VENDORS)
We love performing shows for school groups that visit from around the world. Even more rewarding, leading young talent to amazing heights. But don’t take our word for it….
FROM TODAY…
“Thank you so much for a WONDERFUL experience today. My students could not stop talking about it on the bus ride back to school. I can’t wait to bring another group next year. Thank you again.”
Joanna Beck, Hackensack Middle School
Today, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, we hosted 40 8th graders from Hackensack New Jersey for a show and due to extra time, an impromptu workshop. Our shows are very interactive and musical. Five different games invited students on stage, including sound effects and human mad libs, where students very directly steer the professionals on their path. Human Slide Show, or FREEZE FRAME, has students posing to depict a mock slide show, narrated by our comics. Three Headed Expert and Four Square actually have a student performing along side the pros. The show is framed by 3-4 musical elements, including SING IT, a mock Broadway show improvised upon a single word.
FROM YESTERDAY…
Walt,We would like to send a massive “THANK YOU” to you and the crew!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your care and support for young adults shines through as someone whose heart is committed to make a difference. I am not sure if you know this but every so often you would make a reference to a life lesson that makes me stop and think and I am sure it resonated with the students. They are all talking about their experiences today.
Roy Balgobin, The High School for Arts and Technology booked via Young Audiences New York
On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, we hosted 70 high school seniors for show, workshop and full workshop.
Our workshops allow the students to experience being on stage, playing games they could take back to school and put up a show. We discuss topics like stage freight, team work, basic performance skills, projection, and so much more. IMPROV IS SEL. In our work with corporate groups we use Improv to teach team building, leadership, sales and service skills. Simply playing these games develops creativity, critical thinking, public speaking, listening, focus, self confidence, self awareness and more.
We host student groups from around the world almost daily. In fact, yesterday, our sister company IMPROV 4 KIDS hosted a Bronx elementary school, with 100 k2 students. Located just one block from the Colbert show stage door in Midtown Manhattan, less than a 5 minute walk from every Broadway theater, we have two theater spaces with over 200 seats combined. Further we tour k12 schools, camps, community centers and family events DC to BOSTON and beyond every week.
EMAIL for more information about public shows and classes, group sales and private event bookings – shows, workshops, residencies and even professional development programming for teachers/staff. NYC DOE VENDORS
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