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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SNL Sketch WritingAll sections full. E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to be added to a wait list. Two-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! Three different sections to choose from. June 29 - July 1SOLD OUT |
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Level 3 Improv: Advance the SceneFive weeks, Wednesday classes. Chris Ulrich helps you refine your approach to any improv experience, helping you sharpen the characters and choices that can make for a great performance. Prerequisite: Level 1 and 2 or permission from instructor and principal. starts 9/12 SOLD OUT |
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Intro to the HaroldSix weeks, Saturday classes. Instructor Chris Ulrich teaches you the famed long-form improv style developed by Del Close. Graduation show at the Improv on October 30. Prerequisite needed. starts 9/22 SOLD OUT |
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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 Improv on October 24! starts 9/23 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 9/24SOLD 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 November 14! starts 10/21 SOLD OUT |
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Level 2 ImprovFive weeks, Saturday classes. Instructor Chris Ulrich helps you explore character-building, physicality, object work and more. Graduation show at the Improv on December 4! starts 10/27 SOLD OUT |
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Beginning ImprovSix weeks, Sunday 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 10/28SOLD 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 11/5SOLD OUT |
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Level 2 Stand-UpFour weeks, Saturday classes. Getting more serious about comedy? Further develop your material and get practical advice on working your way into the comedy scene, from instructor Rahmein Mostafavi. Graduation performance on December 13! starts 11/10 register now |
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Level 3: Relationships and StoryFive weeks, Tuesday classes. AKA Level 3 Short Form. Anna Bethel builds on lessons and short-form games from earlier classes, teaching students the value of intriguing relationships and compelling narratives in their scene work. Graduation show December 18. starts 11/13 register now |
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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 11/14 register 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 December 19! starts 11/18 SOLD OUT |