The Improvisation

Review: WHO DID IT? AN IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY at Phoenix Theatre of the UDC Theatre Of The Arts
by Doug Poms - Jul 11, 2026

WHO DID IT? AN IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY is a hilarious improv comedy show in which the audience plays a key role in setting up the murder scene, making each performance different and new. Performances continue through July 25 as part of District Fringe.

ACTIVATE THE POSSIBLE: SYMPOSIUM 2026 to Draw Global Improv Experts to Portland
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026

Portland State University will host the Global Improvisation Symposium, featuring Tony Award winner Anthony Veneziale and 50+ sessions on theatrical improv, healthcare, and peacebuilding at Lincoln Hall.

Colburn to Launch 2026-27 Season With Star Guest Conductors and Artists
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2026

Colburn announced its 2026-27 season of orchestral, chamber, recital, and dance performances in Los Angeles, featuring guest conductors Jane Glover and JoAnn Falletta, plus the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and Canadian Brass.

Guest Blog: 'It Has Been An Honour And An Enormous Responsibility': Samantha Lane on Adapting TOTO THE NINJA CAT AND THE GREAT SNAKE ESCAPE For The Stage
by Guest Author - May 13, 2026

Adapting Toto the Ninja Cat and The Great Snake Escape for the stage has been both an honour and an enormous responsibility. Not only is the story clearly very close to Dermot O'Leary’s heart (the cats are inspired by his own) but the books are deeply loved by thousands of young readers. When children arrive at the theatre already carrying a story in their imagination, you have to treat that trust very carefully. The challenge is finding a way to stay true to the essence of the book while also allowing the creative team to make something genuinely theatrical and new.

Interview: John Riddle on Playing Cal and Finding Freedom in Chaos
by David Clarke - May 11, 2026

After helping launch TITANIQUE in its scrappy downtown beginnings, John Riddle has returned to Broadway as Cal, bringing swagger, sincerity, and sequined villainy to one of the musical’s most unexpectedly lovable characters.

Make ’em Laugh: Romy Teperson’s Distinct Voice As A Comedic Actress
by Team BWW - Mar 30, 2026

A comedic voice that speaks to a generation is, to put it mildly, a powerful title. But comedic actress Romy Teperson has never been afraid of dizzying heights, nor one to shy away from ambitious achievements. It is unclear whether the call to acting is a result of sheer talent or her unique comedic delivery’s ability to garner attention from Hollywood’s best to ever do it. What is clear is that Teperson has both, in spades, and then some.   

Review: ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS at Twilight Theater
by Dawn Sellers - Mar 22, 2026

What did our critic think of ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS at Twilight Theater?

Interview: 'A Bolt of Lightning Runs Through You': Artistic Director Christine Jones on THEATRE FOR ONE's Singular Intimacy and Raw Impact
by Franco Milazzo - Mar 5, 2026

Imagine a space where the boundary between the stage and the stalls simply evaporates. Co-produced by Landmark Productions and Octopus Theatricals, Theatre For One appears at the Barbican Centre this month as part of their Scene Change season. It offers a singular, electrifying encounter that demolishes the fourth wall, leaving only you and a solo performer within a custom-built, intimate booth.

Review: BJØRNOV TAR DET PIANO at Chat Noir
by Christian Ranke - Jan 29, 2026

Ingrid Bjørnov's 'Bjørnov Tar Det Piano' is that rare theatrical experience where simplicity becomes profundity, where childlike melodies carry the weight of a lifetime.

Contemporary Theater Company to Stage WHODUNIT? An Improvised Murder Mystery
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The Contemporary Theater Company will present WHODUNIT? An Improvised Murder Mystery, starting January 31, with performances every Saturday through March 28.

Review: MURDER SHE DIDN'T WRITE: THE IMPROVISED MURDER MYSTERY, Duchess Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Nov 25, 2025

Murder She Didn't Write returns to the Duchess Theatre with another round of improvised mischief. This long running show continues to charm audiences on its tour across the UK, with its origins being an Edinburgh Fringe favourite.

Interview: Mara Lieberman's Immersive DIRTY BOOKS Explores Underground Erotic Fiction and Censorship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025

Mara Lieberman, Executive Artistic Director of Bated Breath Theatre Company, is at the forefront of immersive theatre in New York. BroadwayWorld interviewed Lieberman about Dirty Books, which explores censorship and underground erotic fiction.

Juanita Lolita, Stephen Henry and More to Perform Stand-Up at Florida Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

Florida Rep's stand-up comedy nights return with comedian headliners from The Comedy Zone performing from 7:00 – 9:00 PM on select Fridays in Florida Rep's intimate Bunch Performance Hall.

Interview: Creator and Actors of Upcoming Murder Mystery Theater ECLIPSE ENCORE
by Rakaputra Paputungan - Oct 26, 2025

Recently, we see the rise of semi-immersive and immersive theater in Jakarta. From the wedding-musical Kapan Nikah, to Teater Pandora's penchant for playing with spaces, theatermakers are increasingly drawn to crafting more immersive experiences. More than a creative challenge, this different take on theater can also set show apart to cosmopolitans always looking for the next memorable experience.

Colin Mochrie To Host New Year's Comedy Extravaganza 2025 At Massey Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025

​Massey Hall will present the return of New Year's Eve Comedy Extravaganza, one of the most highly anticipated shows of the holiday season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

AQUI JAZZ Opens at Teatro Itália: A Heartfelt Musical Blending Jazz, Family, and Life's Surprises
by Claudio Erlichman - Jul 28, 2025

The show draws inspiration from jazz and the improvisation of jam sessions as a medium for addressing issues surrounding family relationships and the everyday choices we make, which can completely change the course of our lives. Beyond jazz, the show addresses sensitive contemporary issues such as bullying and parental abandonment.

Garry Marshall Theatre and Impro Theatre Present JANE AUSTEN UNSCRIPTED: TEA AT PEMBERLEY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025

Garry Marshall Theatre and Impro Theatre are celebrating Jane Austen's 250th birthday by bringing back one of the most coveted events in the city: Jane Austen Unscripted: Tea at Pemberley.

Stand-Up Comedy Nights Continue at Florida Rep on Select Fridays
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

Upcoming comedy events at Florida Rep will feature Ron Feingold on April 4, Carl Guerra on April 11, Mark Evans on April 18, and Tim Boyd on April 25. Learn more here!

Joyce Piven, Co-Founder of the Piven Theatre, Dies at 94
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Joyce Piven, co-founder the Piven Theatre and mother of Jeremy Piven, has died at age 94. Read her full obituary here.

Review: COMEDY CLUB 4 KIDS- CHRISTMAS CRACKER SHOW, The Arts Depot
by Christiana Rose - Dec 2, 2024

Comedy Club 4 Kids Christmas Cracker Show at The Arts Depot is a family comedy show aimed at inclusive comedy, without the rude bits and swearing, for children aged 6+. The Christmas Cracker Show featured comic compere Abigoliah Schamaun, improviser Bobbles The Elf, Magician Nutty Noah and comedian Ben Van Der Velde, for one hour of festive fun.