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Live Improv and
Sketch Comedy Shows

Real, spontaneous fun happens here every week.

From the competitive improv games of Theatresports™ to longform storytelling of Harold Night and Improv Against Humanity, every show is a great night out.  

Garden City Improv Artistic Director Kevin Matviw performing with Garden City Improv in Victoria BC

Upcoming Shows

Full Show Lineup

Theatresports

Perfect for fans of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?", improvisers battle for your laughs in a fast-paced improv comedy showdown, where the audience decides the winner!

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What to Expect:

  • High-energy competitive games

  • Quick-fire scenes and challenges

  • Interactive entertainment 

Dungeons Yes, And Dragons

Improv comedy meets the world's greatest role-playing game! This spellbinding show blends fast-paced improvisation with epic storytelling and outrageous characters beloved by D&D fans.

What to Expect:

  • Improvised quests and adventures

  • Fantasy characters and creatures

  • Audience suggestions guide the journey

Harold Night

Long-form improv storytelling magic! Enjoy an evening of hilarious improvised characters and their interwoven stories, all inspired by a single audience suggestion! 

What to Expect:

  • 25-30 minute story arcs

  • Interconnected scenes and characters

  • Intimate storytelling 

Improv Against Humanity

Victoria BC's filthiest comedy show, where YOU play Cards Against Humanity and comedians perform improv based on your horrible, hilarious card combinations!

 

What to Expect:

  • Adult humour and themes (18+)

  • Audience participation 

  • Late-night comedy atmosphere

Sketch Night Live

Hilarious original comedy sketches written and performed by some of Victoria's funniest comedians. Every show delivers fresh laughs and unforgettable moments.

What to Expect:

  • Original comedy sketches 

  • Diverse characters and comedic styles

  • Fast-paced variety entertainment

Student Showcase

Watch Garden City students of all levels showcase their skills! These shows celebrate the incredible growth and talent of Victoria's newest improvisers.

What to Expect:

  • Students from all class levels

  • Dynamic scenes, games, and characters

  • Supportive, celebratory atmosphere

Theatresports™ is 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 International Theatresports™ Institute http://impro.global/

Improv Against Humanity was created by Daniel Chai and The Fictionals Comedy Co. of Vancouver, BC. Garden City Improv's productions of Improv Against Humanity are performed with their permission.

The Garden City Improv Cast

All Garden City shows feature our incredible ensemble cast, a mix of seasoned professionals and advanced students who've progressed through our training programs. These are the improvisers who make Victoria laugh every week!

Guest Performers

Garden City Improv regularly features incredible improv and comedy talent including Colin Mochrie, Laura Ramoso, Dan Bakkedahl and Becky Johnson. 

Colin Mochrie, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Laura Ramoso, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Nathan Macintosh, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Dan Bakkedahl, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Becky Johnson, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Kirsten Rasmussen, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Anand Rajaram, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Derek Flores, guest performer at Garden City Improv.
Kris Siddiqi, guest performer at Garden City Improv.

Want to learn how to do this? Take an improv class with Garden City Improv!

Our professional improv classes teach you the same techniques our cast uses on stage, from "Yes, And" fundamentals to advanced scene work and character development.

Students taking an improv class at Garden City Improv in Victoria BC.
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