The DC Improv Comedy School
Since opening in 2003, the DC Improv Comedy School has served thousands of students. Classes are available for all skill levels, and topics include stand-up comedy, improv comedy and comedy writing. We're a creative outlet for anyone who enjoys laughing and learning.
If the class you want is sold out ... get on our waiting list. Send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  indicating which class you're interested in. The next time we add a session of that class, you'll be notified for the chance to sign up.
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Level 2 ImprovFive weeks, Sunday classes. Instructor Chris Ulrich helps you explore character-building, physicality, object work and more. Graduation show at the DC Improv on June 5! Prerequisite needed. starts 4/30 CLOSED |
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Level 2 Short FormFive weeks, Wednesday classes. "Characters and Emotions" are the focus as Anna Bethel teaches short-form improv games and exercises that allow students to create dynamic characters in their scene work. Graduation show at the Improv on June 13! starts 5/10 SOLD OUT |
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Five Minutes to FunnyFour weeks, Sunday classes. Our signature stand-up comedy class with instructor Chris Coccia. Learn the art of stand-up, polish a five-minute comedy set, and perform on the DC Improv stage on July 12. starts 6/4 SOLD OUT |
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Beginning ImprovFive weeks, Wednesday classes. "Improv for Fun!" Instructor Anna Bethel teaches basic improv skills and short form games, with an emphasis on the most important part of comedy: having a good time. starts 6/21 SOLD OUT |
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Level 2 ImprovFive weeks, Sunday classes. Instructor Chris Ulrich helps you explore in-depth scene work and character creation using both short-form and long-form improv techniques. Graduation show at the DC Improv on August 8! Prerequisite needed. starts 7/9 register now |
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Beginning ImprovSix weeks, Monday classes. Learn the basics of improv with instructor Chris Ulrich. Improv comedy helps people with teamwork and creative thinking. And best of all, it's fun! starts 7/10SOLD OUT |
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Level 3 Short FormFive weeks, Tuesday classes. "Relationships and Story" take center stage. Instructor Anna Bethel builds on the lessons and short-form improv games from earlier classes, teaching students the value of intriguing relationships and compelling narratives in their scene work. Graduation show on August 15! starts 7/11 SOLD OUT |
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SNL Sketch WritingTwo-day weekend workshop with two 3-hour sessions. Learn how to write and submit great sketch comedy with Ali Farahnakian, a former SNL writer and founder of the Peoples Improv Theater! July 14-16register now |
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Beginning ImprovFive weeks, Saturday classes. Learn the basics of improv with instructor Chris Ulrich. Improv comedy helps people with teamwork and creative thinking. And best of all, it's fun! starts 7/15register now |
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Five Minutes to FunnyFour weeks, Sunday classes. Our signature stand-up comedy class with instructor Chris Coccia. Learn the art of stand-up, polish a five-minute comedy set, and perform on the DC Improv stage on August 16! starts 7/23 SOLD OUT |
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Beginning ImprovSix weeks, Monday classes. Learn the basics of improv with instructor Chris Ulrich. Improv comedy helps people with teamwork and creative thinking. And best of all, it's fun! starts 9/11register now |