Stand Up 201 focuses on the dynamics of jokes and the tools to make your writing funny. Each week will include a lesson, writing time, and stage time with feedback. Students will also get one-on-one coaching and notes from the instructor as well as up-to-date information on the returning comedy scene in Denver and how […]
Like Walter White & Jesse Pinkman, a great improv duo is all about chemistry. Dynamic Duo proves that concept by bringing you an improv comedy showcase with three pairs of awesome improvisers each doing their own set. Come see how each duo works together off your suggestion to create a truly unique, two-of-a-kind comedy experience. […]
This show invites the audience to experience the uninhibited, raw journey of clown. Inspired by the alt-clown scene in LA, these performers will surprise and delight with their immersive characters, physicality, & engaging oddball comedy.
RISE Comedy presents a comedy show that will help you resolve your biggest arguments once and for all. Join Denver’s best stand-up comedians as they debate the important issues like socks vs. shoes, Goats vs. Bears and Dolly Parton vs. Salvador Dali. Come join the fight with hilarious results!
Have you ever wanted to try stand up comedy? Do you want to learn humor writing? Well this class is for you! All levels of experience welcome. Whether you are trying to become a famous comedian, nail that next presentation at work, sound witty in your online content, or just need a good outlet for […]
Mic Drop Comedy Workshop is every Wednesday from 6-8 PM before the open mic. Please include your name and the date you are signing up for. It is not guaranteed that you will get a turn every week, however, if you do not get a turn you will be moved to the front of the […]
Come watch local comedians tinker and test out new material at RISE Comedy’s weekly RISE & Shine Comedy Open Mic! Some comics will concoct the perfect formula while other jokes will implode, but an outrageous amount of fun is guaranteed. Pay what you want here or VENMO Contributions welcome: @RiseComedy Comedians, sign up list is available […]
Want to see if improv comedy is right for you? This drop-in class will let you take RISE Comedy's improv classes for a test drive, in a safe, supportive, and FUN environment! Instructor Schedule 3/9 Nick Trotter 3/16 Valerie Vasilas 3/23 Frankie Lee 3/30 Todd Couch 4/6 Asa Erlendson 4/13 Arash Zadeh 4/20 Haley Cohen […]
Barkley’s Community Improv Jam is an open invitation for you (yes, you!) to COME PLAY on the RISE Comedy stage with some of Denver’s most supportive improvisers. Put your name in the hat by 7:50, and you’ll be cast on a one-time team for the 8:00 show that same night! Every week we also invite […]
We’re inviting all Denver teams to take part in our team jam! This is for any team in the area, but newly formed teams and show ideas are also highly encouraged. Show up and sign up your team to perform a ~10 minute set (set times depend on the number of teams that show up). […]
RISE House teams represent the theaters style of long form improv. These veteran performers bring you a show based on your suggestion and make it up on the spot. It’s like making a sitcom up right on the spot. The House Team hour will feature two stellar teams! Two shows for the price of one! […]
Colorado's PREMIER improvised musical comedy team, and Denver's longest-running improv comedy show, now in its 18th year! Hit and Run: Musical Improv® creates an hour-long fully improvised Broadway-style musical with live musical accompaniment, based on suggestions from the audience. You'll see a brand new musical every week! HNR has created hundreds of musicals and thousands […]
In life there are many places to get advice, parents, friends, maybe even your regular bartender. Up until now, nobody has tapped into the deepest well of sound advice and interpersonal expertise: Comedians! Bring your own life quandaries and our panel of "experts" will help you!
This show invites the audience to experience the uninhibited, raw journey of clown. Inspired by the alt-clown scene in LA, these performers will surprise and delight with their immersive characters, physicality, & engaging oddball comedy.
In life there are many places to get advice, parents, friends, maybe even your regular bartender. Up until now, nobody has tapped into the deepest well of sound advice and interpersonal expertise: Comedians! Bring your own life quandaries and our panel of "experts" will help you!
A lot of people see improv as a fundamental verbal skill. We disagree! Your body exists whether it’s speaking or not; what we’re after is action and an energetic sense of play! in this course we’ll explore how to to really physicalize the yes/and with: big, believable reactions bold character choices dynamic and profound interpersonal relationships release of body […]
Stand-up comedians and viral sketch comedy queens Tim Murray (The Other Two on HBO Max, Swan Song starring Jennifer Coolidge) and Michael Henry (Over 60 million Youtube views, Queerty Award winner) come to Denver for the first time to do their hour of stand-up which recently sold out in Chicago, New York, Austin, Louisville, Columbus, […]
Stand-up comedians and viral sketch comedy queens Tim Murray (The Other Two on HBO Max, Swan Song starring Jennifer Coolidge) and Michael Henry (Over 60 million Youtube views, Queerty Award winner) come to Denver for the first time to do their hour of stand-up which recently sold out in Chicago, New York, Austin, Louisville, Columbus, […]
Hosted by Hot Nap, this weekly competition pits two improv teams against each other for fame and glory. Based on audience votes, the winning team will move on to the next week, but every week a new challenger approaches!