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Dumb John Improv

From Chicago, IL USA

Teresa & Folusho

From London, England

Second Breakfast

From Aotearoa New Zealand

Michelle Impro

From London, England

The Improv Centre

From Vancouver, BC Canada

International Improv Comedy Festival

January 27 - 31, 2026

Michelle Impro | London, UK
Dumb John | Chicago, USA
Teresa & Folusho | London, UK
Second Breakfast | Aotearoa New Zealand
The Improv Centre | Vancouver, Canada

See Performers From Around the World

Watch the world's best improvisers without needing to renew your passport!​

See Performers From Around the World!

Watch the best improvisers from around the globe – without needing to renew your passport!

Learn Something New

Enroll in unique improv workshops led by this year’s international guests!

Shows You'll
Never See Twice

World-class improv, on a world-class stage. Only at The Improv Centre.

Shows You'll Never See Twice

World-class improv, on a world-class stage. Only at The Improv Centre.

Thank you to all who have applied! We'll be in touch soon!

If you're part of an improv troupe and you're interested in performing,
we want you to apply!

To be considered, teams should:
• be a team of 3 people or less
• be able to perform in English
• ready and prepared to teach an improv workshop
• be legally allowed to enter Canada

We can't wait to bring your style of improv to our theatre!
Application Deadline: June 30th, 2025 | 11:59pm PST

The Heat – 2026 Schedule

Tues, Jan. 27

Opening Night & Community Talkback
ALL TEAMS!
– 7:00pm

Weds, Jan. 28

Showcase: 
Teresa & Folusho
w/ The Improv Centre
– 7:00pm
Dumb John
& Michelle Impro 
– 9:00pm

Thurs, Jan. 29

Showcase:
Dumb John
ft. The Improv Centre
– 7:00pm
Second Breakfast &
Teresa & Folusho
– 9:00pm

Fri, Jan. 30

Showcase:
Second Breakfast
ft. Michelle Impro
– 7:00pm
Dumb John
& The Improv Centre
– 9:00pm
Teresa & Folusho
& The Improv Centre
– 10:45pm Late Show

Sat, Jan. 31

Showcase:
Michelle Impro
ft. The Improv Centre
– 7:00pm
Second Breakfast
& The Improv Centre
– 9:00pm
Who is going to bring the HEAT?
We're placing a call out to the world for the most talented, varied and entertaining improv performers and of the first-rate teams from around the world!

Applications are open from June 3 - 28, 2024!

If you are part of an international improv troupe and you're interested in performing,
we want you to apply!

To be considered, teams should:
• be a team of 3 people or less;
• be able to perform primarily in English;
• ready and prepared to teach an improv workshop;
• be legally allowed to enter Canada.

The Improv Centre will contribute to airfare costs, as well as supply accommodation
and per diems to successful applicants during their stay.

We can't wait to bring your style of improv to our theatre! Applications are open from June 3 - 28, 2024!

Who will bring the HEAT?

We placed a call out to the world for the most talented, varied and entertaining improv performers and of the first-rate teams from around the world, here's your 2024 lineup!

Each show takes place at our theatre located on Granville Island in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.