The best improv streams to watch this weekend (February 12 - February 14)
While theaters are temporarily closed, improvisers have found a new home streaming on the internet. Through this venture, people from around the world can tune in to see these talented people tell amazing stories. If you’re looking to get lost in a great performance, check out these improv streams going down this weekend (February 12 - February 14).
Friday, February 12
The Blast Off (Magnet Theater) - 7 p.m. EST/4 p.m. PST (watch here)
The Blast Off showcases improv groups from around the world. This month's installment will feature Washington D.C.'s The Pearfects and NYC's Zoombie Apocalypse. While the show is free on Twitch, you can donate money through Magnet Theater's tip hat.
Not Yet Rated: An Improvised Rom-Com - 8 p.m. EST/5 p.m. PST (get tickets here)
Not Yet Rated will conclude their improvised rom-coms series with performances on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The shows will feature Gab Bottoni, Fred Brown, Kelly Conrad, Andrew Coppola, Wilfredo Diaz, Matt Garren, Marcely Jean-Pierre, Daralyse Lyons, Stacie Lyons, and Brendan Manklang Kingston.
Saturday, February 13
Don't Mess: An All-Womxn Improv Comedy Show (Impro Theatre) - 5 p.m. EST/2 p.m. PST (watch here)
A slew of improvisers from around the world will get together to deliver a Saturday afternoon laughfest. Don't Mess: An All-Womxn Improv Comedy Show will feature Sarah Davies, Karla Dingle, Brenna Judkins, Llaura Hughes, Monica Gaga, and M.J. Kang. This is the final performance, so don't miss out. You can donate to Impro Theatre here.
Character Bash of Love (Magnet Theater) - 9 p.m. EST/6 p.m. PST (watch here)
Co-hosted by Jackie Skinner and Tessa Flannery, Character Bash showcases minute-long sketches from comedians in New York City. This month's episode will revolve around Valentine's Day.
Improv Bus presents: A Side Piece Day improv show - 9 p.m. EST/6 p.m. PST (watch here)
Chicago improv group Improv Bus will celebrate Valentine's Day with their Side Piece Day performance. Improv Bus has been turning heads in the city with performances at The Second City and Small Town Brewery. This show will be free for all to attend. A link to view the performance will be sent before showtime.
Black Magic School (Impro Theatre) - 12:30 a.m. EST/9:30 p.m. PST (watch here)
Black Magic School will follow a group of students trying to maneuver their way through magic school. This is a special guest production.