Shows
Check out The Improv Centre’s hilarious comedy shows!
Doors for our bar and lounge open 1 hour before showtime.
Shows are 90 minutes long and include a 15-minute intermission, unless otherwise specified.
Pride Race
**Special Pride Improv Show**
Thursday, July 31st at 7:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
Get ready for a queer improv extravaganza! Inspired by RuPaul’s Drag Race, watch a cast of our fiercest and funniest as they compete in side-splitting improv challenges, all in to be crowned the next improv superstar. Whether you’re a die-hard Drag Race fan or just love spontaneous comedy, this show will leave you gooped AND gagged! Grab your best squirrel friends, throw on your sequins, and join us for a night of laughter, love, and unapologetic pride!
Pay-What-You-Can tickets start at just $10 and happy hour prices are in effect all night long!
Theatresports™
Unhinged
Fridays & Saturdays at 9:30pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes.
Come join us for a twisted take on the classic format! See the unexpected become the norm, and the forbidden become fair game! If you’re a fan of our regular Theatresports™ shows, get ready to have your funny bones broken with Theatresports™ Unhinged!
Summer Sizzler
Wednesdays at 7:30pm
Free Popcorn Day: August 6th
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Get ready for a laugh-out-loud escape inspired by everything you love about summer! Our cast will draw from real vacation experiences from the audience, meaning anything is on the table! From road trips to bike rides to beachside BBQs, this show is a tribute to the season of sun, fun, and hot dog buns!
Slasher – Vol. III
**Special Pride Drag Show**
Thursday, July 31st at 9:15pm
19A – Adult content and mature themes
The horrifying monsters of drag are back! Kick off your Pride weekend with a show of terrifying delights and haunted numbers to get your blood pumping. And to make sure we keep you guessing, we’ve brought a few different faces to flaunt their scary side. Hosted by Vincent Rice with a cast of colourful characters!
Pay-What-You-Can tickets start at just $15 and happy hour prices are in effect all night long!
Show duration: 60 minutes including an intermission.
Blockbuster
Thursdays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Have you ever thought you could write a movie better than the actual writer could? Get your chance! In this show, our improvisers recreate some of your favourite movies, explore genres, plotlines, cinematic tropes and bring all sorts of characters to life in hilarious ways!
Theatresports™
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Two teams of highly skilled improv comedians vie for the laughs and support of audience judges. A high-energy, fast-paced and good-natured competition that will leave you wanting more.
It’s the show we based our whole performance style on for 40 years, so you know the comedy in this show is top notch!
Choose-Day
Select Tuesdays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Make your mind up with this audience favourite. A night where our audience gets to pick the who, what, and where of our scenes by drawing cards, shouting suggestions and writing inspirations! It’s all up to you – Happy Choose-Day!
Choose your price tickets are either $10-$15-$20! You pick how much you pay!
House Teams
Select Sundays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Vancouver’s finest improv performers from around the Lower Mainland are ready to show their stuff in back-to-back showcases! It’s all teams, all talent, all hilarious at the new season of House Teams!
Tickets are only $10! And get this – happy hour prices are in effect all night long!
The
Bachelor-ish
Closing Weekend!
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
One lucky improviser is looking for love in The Bachelor-ish! Inspired by the hit reality series The Bachelor, our charming singleton will embark on a wild romantic journey. From dramatic limo entrances to the all-important final rose ceremony, each show unfolds as a unique season in just 90 minutes!
Stand Up at The Improv
Sunday, June 22nd at 7:30pm
18A – Adult content and mature themes
A live stand up comedy showcase featuring some of Vancouver’s most hilarious comedians!
Headlined by Graham Clark (@grahamclarkwastaken), featuring Akeem Hoyte-Charles (@akeemthefunnyguy), guest Sophia Johnson (@sophintown), and hosted by Lukas Purm (@psydehustle)
Canada ‘Eh Show
Tuesday, July 1st at 7:00pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Inspired by experiences of locals and visitors alike, join us as we honour our favourite bits and pieces of Canada! Let’s celebrate our wonderful, scenic and friendly country together with an evening of laughter!
Twist of Fate
Wednesdays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
It’s time to take chances, run risks and keep our performers on their toes! In Twist of Fate our hilarious hosts will constantly stir the pot—adding points, spinning challenge wheels, swapping teams, and throwing unexpected curveballs that push the limits of our performers’ improvisational skills. The only thing you can expect is spontaneous scenes, clever quips, and unpredictable comedy at every turn!
The Return of Colin Mochrie
Tuesday, April 1st at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Choose-Day: Fools Edition
Tuesday, April 1st at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Mother’s Day Special
Sunday, May 11th at 2:00pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
House Teams
Select Sundays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Vancouver’s finest up and coming improv performers are ready to show their stuff in back-to-back showcases! It’s all teams, all talent with the new season of House Teams!
Tickets are only $10! And get this – happy hour prices are in effect all night long!
Father’s Day Special
Sunday, June 15th at 2:00pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
This Father’s Day, head down to The Improv Centre to celebrate Fathers and father-figures alike with an afternoon of laughter! Dedicated to backyard ball games, bad puns, and never asking for directions, celebrate with us at this delightfully dad-inspired show that’ll be fun for the whole family!
The Return of
Colin Mochrie
June 4th at 7:00pm
June 5th at 7:00pm and 9:00pm
June 6th at 7:00pm and 9:00pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Known and beloved for Whose Line is it Anyway, This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Last One Laughing: Canada, and his hit live show Hyprov, we’re beyond thrilled to welcome comedy legend Colin Mochrie back onstage to where it all began! Join us for a series of hilarious shows featuring Colin and members from our ensemble.
Presented in partnership with The Georgia Straight
I Saw You
Wednesdays at 7:30pm until March 26th
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
A show based on the hopeful notes and letters of potential loves who shared lingering glances on public transit or flirtatious smiles while pretending to listen to their friend at a coffee date! This show will explore close calls, chance encounters and fateful rendez-vous with inspiration from YOU, our audience, and THEM, the hopeful romantics who have written into the I Saw You column of the Georgia Straight, believing that fate might just lead them back to their special someone.
Choose-Day
Select Tuesdays in February and March at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Make your mind up with this audience favourite. A night where our audience gets to pick the who, what, and where of our scenes by drawing cards, shouting suggestions and writing inspirations! It’s all up to you – Happy Choose-Day!
Choose your price tickets are either $10-$15-$20! You pick how much you pay!
House Teams
Sundays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Vancouver’s finest up and coming improv performers are ready to show their stuff in back-to-back showcases! Catch one team for the first half and a brand-new team for the second.
Tickets are only $10! And get this – happy hour prices are in effect all night long!
Big Trouble in Little Canada
Thursday, March 20th at 9:30pm
18A – Adult content & mature themes
Three of Vancouver’s favorite comedians are going on tour! Come join us for a night of laughs with Jon Endo, Cory Lupovichi, Robert Peng and more! You’ll hear jokes on a wide variety of topics such as dating to cultural differences, and much more! These amazing comics have been featured at Just for Laughs, the Seattle International Comedy Competition, and the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival.
Show duration: 90 minutes including a 10 minute intermission
Single, Not Single
February 7th – 28th
Fridays and Saturdays at 9:30pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes.
Whether you’re coupled, throupled or none-of-the-above, you’ll have a belly-aching, heart-breaking good time as our performers explore the ups and downs of relationships, or the lack thereof!
My Funny Valentine’s Day Show
Friday, February 14th at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
The Heat: An International Improv Comedy Showcase
January 28th – February 1st
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
Gal-entine’s Day
Thursday, February 13th at 7:30pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes.
You know my code: hoes before bros. Uteruses before duderuses…Ovaries before brovaries.” – Leslie Knope
Come and join us for a fun-filled night of Femme-tastic hilarity as we explore the delights and DRAMA of love and friendship with a cast of wickedly funny women!
Date Night
Wednesday, February 5th at 7:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
Whether it’s a first date, anniversary, or just another Wednesday, visit The Improv Centre for a hilarious twist on your next date night. Come celebrate dating, relationships, and everything between in a night full of laughs about love!
My Funny Valentine’s Day Show
Friday, February 14th at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
The Heat: An International Improv Comedy Showcase
January 28th – February 1st
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
Choo-Choo-Choose Day
Tuesday, February 11th at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Tired of going with the flow? Do you want to have some choice in this crazy world? You got it! Come join us for a night where our audience gets to pick the who, what and where of our scenes by drawing cards, shouting suggestions and writing inspirations! Enjoy a night of cheap tickets and even cheaper drinks with Happy Hour all night!
The Heat: An International Improv Comedy Showcase
January 28th – February 1st
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
Gal-entine’s Day
Thursday, February 13th at 7:30pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes.
You know my code: hoes before bros. Uteruses before duderuses…Ovaries before brovaries.” – Leslie Knope
Come and join us for a fun-filled night of Femme-tastic hilarity as we explore the delights and DRAMA of love and friendship with a cast of wickedly funny women!
Theatresports™ was created (©) by Keith Johnstone and is a trademark of International Theatresports™ Institute, registered in the U.S.A., Canada and other countries. All Rights Reserved. Production rights are exclusively managed by the International Theatresports™ Institute.
Hot Snack Comedy Presents: FEAST
Thursday, December 19th at 9:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
Hot Snack invites you to the totally improvised holiday event of the season! The punchbowl’s 80% rum, the food’s overcooked, and there aren’t enough coat hooks. Someone just claimed to have changed your diapers, though you’ve never seen them. Join us for a night of hilarious conversations, quirky relationships, and holiday chaos. Expect gifts, snacks, and unsolicited advice—but no stress, because it’s not your family or coworkers!
Merry / Happy / Jolly
On until December 29th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Special matinee on Christmas Eve at 2:00pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Tis’ the Season for love, laughter, and hilariously predictable yet heartwarming holiday specials! …But what if this year’s yuletide tale WASN’T so predictable? What if YOU could choose all the elements of the Ho-Ho-Whole thing? Help our performers create the perfect holiday show through this cheery choose-your-own-adventure!
NYE at TIC
Tuesday, December 31st
7:00pm, 9:00pm, & 11:00pm
14A: 7pm & 9pm | 19+: 11pm
What better way to bid 2024 a fond farewell than with laughter? With scenes based on the best and brightest moments of the past year – as well as your excitement and aspirations for 2025 – this show will send audiences howling into the New Year!
Your ticket not only includes an amazing show, but you get access to our dessert bar, candy buffet and NYE-themed photo booth!
And for our 11pm guests, you get a flute of champagne for toasting at midnight!
Upcoming Shows
Tickets available now!
Doors open one hour before showtime.
Shows are 90 minutes long and include a 15-minute intermission, unless otherwise specified.
NYE at TIC
Tuesday, December 31st
7:00pm, 9:00pm, & 11:00pm
14A: 7pm & 9pm | 19+: 11pm
What better way to bid 2024 a fond farewell than with laughter? Come join us for an evening full of fun and frivolity as we welcome in the New Year! With scenes based on your best and brightest moments of the past year as well as your excitement and aspirations for 2025, this show is sure to kick the New Year off with laughter and levity!
Your ticket not only includes an amazing show, but you get access to our dessert bar, candy buffet and NYE-themed photo booth!
House Teams
Starting November 10th
Sundays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Catch Vancouver’s finest up and coming improv performers in back-to-back Sunday showcases! Catch one team for the first half and a different team for the second.
All tickets are $10 and Happy Hour is all night long!
Show duration: 60 minutes including an intermission.
House Teams
Starting November 10th
Sundays at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Catch Vancouver’s finest up and coming improv performers in back-to-back Sunday showcases! Catch one team for the first half and a different team for the second.
All tickets are $10 and Happy Hour is all night long!
Show duration: 60 minutes including an intermission.
Camp What’s-It-Called
On until July 27th
* More shows added! *
Fridays & Saturdays
Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences
Starry nights, food fights, and cabin competitions – just a few of the staples of a great week at camp! Will our campers have the greatest summer of their teenage lives, or will their mischief lead to mayhem? YOU decide!
Show duration: 90 minutes including a 15-minute intermission
Unhinged with Kevin McDonald
Saturday, August 24th
Doors at 8:30pm | Show at 9:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
Join us as we welcome The Kids in the Hall’s Kevin McDonald for an evening where improv and stand-up fuse together in a one-of-a-kind laugh fest! Kevin will be performing stand-up sets that will inspire our improvisors’ scenes as well as joining the TIC ensemble in the second half of the show!
Show duration: 90 minutes including an intermission.
Slasher? I Hardly Kno
w Her!
Thursday, August 1st
Doors at 8:30pm | Show at 9:30pm
18A – Adult content and mature themes
This pride season, why not try something scary on for size! Join us for a night of macabre and joyous entertainment as we bring all the spooky delights in this love letter to the horror genre. These demons of drag will bring you the most ghoulish numbers you could hope for.
Tickets start at just $10 and Happy Hour is all night long!
Show duration: 60 minutes including an intermission.
The Late Show
Saturday, July 6th
Doors at 10:15pm | Show at 11:15pm
18A – Material is considered risqué and not for youngsters!
Things are about to get risky! Join us for our hour-long Adults Only late-night show where things will get delightfully dirty! It’s the perfect way to end (or begin…) your Saturday night!
All tickets are just $15!
Show duration: 60 minutes including a 5-minute intermission
Pride Race
Thursday, August 1st
Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm
14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
A group of TIC’s funniest performers compete in a series of hilarious challenges to be crowned the next improv superstar. Join us for a joy-filled night celebrating queer stories, love and the LGBTQIA2S+ community!
Tickets start at just $10 and Happy Hour is all night long!
* Upgrade your ticket to Pride Race, and stay for Slasher? I Hardly Know Her! for free! *
Show duration: 90 minutes including an intermission.
Un-Named®️ Sketch Show
Thursday, February 15th
Doors at 8:15pm | Show at 9:15pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes.
The Sketch Show with No Name makes its return to the stage at The Improv Centre! UNSS have assembled a team of Vancouver comedians with hilarious ideas for a glorious night of sketch comedy mayhem.
Un-Named Sketch Show is a (Mostly) Live Sketch Comedy show that runs every other month. Emphasizing sharp writing, format experimentation, and outrageous performance, their unique and memorable shows have drawn a die-hard audience – often selling out weeks in advance – so get your tickets as soon as possible!
Show duration: 75 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.
Kiss and Tell
Wednesday, February 14
Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes.
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day at The Improv Centre! Three real-life audience couples will compete in this hilarious, improvised take on love, comedy and finding that someone special. This show will leave you gleefully wondering, “how well do I really know my sweetheart?”
Show duration: 90 minutes including an intermission.
Happy Un-Valentine’s Day
Thursday, February 15
Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes.
Screw Valentine’s Day! Bring some pals and join us as we explore the unromantic in us all. This 90 minute show explores the fun of hating on this holiday!
Show duration: 90 minutes including an intermission.
TheatresportsTM:
Unhinged
Fridays & Saturdays
Doors at 8:30pm | Show at 9:30pm
14A – Some sexual content and mature themes
Come join us for a twisted take on the classic format! See the unexpected become the norm, and the forbidden become fair game! If you’re a fan of our regular Theatresports™ shows, get ready to have your funny bones broken with Theatresports™: Unhinged!
Show duration: 90 minutes including an intermission.
Thursday Presents: Friday Jr.
Thursdays
Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm
PG – Some material may not be suitable for some audiences.
Why not start your weekend early? The host calls the shots in this fast-paced show that proves that “Friday feels” can start on Thursday!
Show duration: 90 minutes including an intermission.
Moms & Margaritas
Mother’s Day Matinee:
Sunday, May 12
Doors at 1:00pm | Show at 2:00pm
PG – You should bring a very specific parent!
Bring your mom to The Improv Centre on Mother’s Day for a special afternoon that’s all about her! Treat her to a margarita on our waterfront patio, and then sit back and enjoy this high energy, improvised laugh fest that’s going to be fun not only for moms, but for the whole family!
Special Event – No coupons, passes, or vouchers
Show duration: 90 minutes.
Ladies Against Humanity
Wednesday, March 13
Doors 6:30pm | Show 7:30pm
18A – As you know, Cards Against Humanity contains the most horrible content imaginable. Be prepared for adult content and mature themes.
Using the hit party game as inspiration, the comedians will create twisted and hilarious scenes for your comedy pleasure. Featuring Vancouver’s funniest femme performers, you’re in for one heck of a show. Swapping bodies with mom? Discovering that giraffes are real? Anything can happen at Improv Against Humanity!
Plus sign up for your chance to play in the live Cards Against Humanity tournament for your chance to win great prizes and be crowned the Most Horrible Person. It looks great on a resume OR your Tinder profile!
All together now: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1… HUMANITY!
Show duration: 90 minutes including an intermission.