The Skinny Improv Podcast

01/29/2012

Uncaged: The Rock

The Skinny Improv Presents: UnCaged: The Rock An Introspective Look at the Films of Nick Cage Sunday January 29 at 7:30 pm come join our hilarious improvisors as they provide commentary for The Rock starring Nicholas Cage. Skinny Science Theatre 3000 takes some of the worst movies ever and gives them a hysterical workout by [...]

02/11/2011

Valentine’s Day Massacre

The Skinny Improv continues its approach to Valentine’s Day celebration by contradicting the traditions and breaking the rules. The Massacre at the Skinny Improv provides the audience with a new, positive, and funny perspective on the break up stories that they generously share. The performers take their break up stories and reenact them on stage, adding [...]

02/12/2011

Teen Improv Classes

Teen Improv Classes Feb 12  to  March 5,  Saturdays,  2 – 4PM Showcase March 5,  6:30pm. The Skinny Improv’s Teen-Improv Class is an exciting look at the basics of improvisation. Over the next four weeks our talented group of teachers will show your teens the basics of how to build a scene, using suggestions to begin [...]

02/13/2011

APO Benefit Cabaret featuring the National Touring Company of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”

The National touring cast of Beauty & The Beast is presenting “Fall In Love at the Skinny,” a valentine’s cabaret to support the Aids project of the Ozarks (APO). Be our guest as we explore love, in all its forms. From classics such as “My Funny Valentine”, to contemporary hits like “Forget You”, there’s sure [...]

02/15/2011

Auditions for “Hamlet vs. Zombies”

Auditions for Springfield Shakespeare Project and The Skinny Improv’s production of “Hamlet vs. Zombies: Something Is Rotting In the State of Denmark!” will be held Tuesday, February 15, starting at 6 p.m. at the Skinny Improv Comedy Theater. Those auditioning should call to sign up for an audition block. You will be asked to do [...]

02/18/2011

Filming The Mainstage Show February 18 at 10pm

The Skinny Improv Announces Audience Call for Special Taping of the Mainstage Show The Skinny Improv is filming its award winning MainStage Show on Friday, February 18, 2011 at 10pm. The Skinny Improv invites patrons to come play the part of audience members enjoying the funniest improv show they have ever seen! This Special Show [...]

03/03/2011

Auditions for Jack and the Super-Duper Way Big Beanstalk

The Skinny Improv Announces Auditions for Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children. The Springfield Playhouse is excited to announce auditions for Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins. All Adult Cast! Auditions will [...]

03/24/2011

03/24/2011

Our First Podcast!

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03/26/2011

Ladies Discount Night at The Skinny Improv

Ladies Night at The Skinny Improv Saturday March 26, 2011 The ladies of The Skinny Improv would like to present you with a special award-winning 8pm Mainstage show. Please join us for a very special night of hysterical improv comedy featuring some of the funniest ladies in Springfield. Tickets are available now! Guys, grab your [...]

03/27/2011

Auditions for “The Taming of the Shrew”

2011 Springfield Shakespeare Project  Announces Audition Workshop & Auditions for William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew.” Springfield Mo- March 7, 2011- Auditions for Springfield Shakespeare Project-Summer Festival Production of “The Taming of the Shrew” directed by David Rice will be held Sunday, March 27th & Monday, March 28th at 7:30pm at The Creamery Arts [...]

03/28/2011

Level 1 Class- Spring Session

The Spring session of Level 1 improv classes will begin Monday, March 28 at 6 p.m. It will run for two hours once a week for the duration of 8 weeks. The class will take place at the Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre located at 301 Park Central East. The classes teach basic improvisation techniques, such [...]

03/28/2011

Auditions for “The Taming of the Shrew

2011 Springfield Shakespeare Project  Announces Audition Workshop & Auditions for William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew.” Springfield Mo- March 7, 2011- Auditions for Springfield Shakespeare Project-Summer Festival Production of “The Taming of the Shrew” directed by David Rice will be held Sunday, March 27th & Monday, March 28th at 7:30pm at The Creamery Arts [...]

04/01/2011

Staged Reading of Hamlet vs Zombies

Springfield Mo- Springfield Shakespeare Project and The Skinny Improv’s production of “Hamlet vs. Zombies: Something Is Rotting In the State of Denmark!” will hold a Staged Reading, 10pm on Friday, April 1st at Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre. Tickets are only $5 Reservations are being taken for this special one time only preview. You are being invited to be the [...]

04/02/2011

Teen Improv Classes-April 2011

A 4-week session of Teen Improv classes will be held on Saturdays from 4 – 6PM for 13-17 year old students beginning Saturday, April 2nd if enough participants sign up. If you are interested, please email training@theskinnyimprov.com for more information and to register. The classes teach basic improvisation techniques, such as initiation of the scene [...]

04/04/2011

The Skinny Improv Presents: Auditions for Improv Sportz

The Skinny Improv Announces AUDITIONS FOR IMPROV SPORTZ The Skinny Improv is looking for people who are energetic and creative to perform in Improv Sportz. Have you always wanted to do improv comedy? here’s your chance… We will be holding open auditions on Monday, April 4th at 8:30pm at The Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre. Auditionees are asked to bring [...]

04/08/2011

The Skinny Improv presents: Tyler & Sarah’s USE YOUR WORDS

Chapter One: It was the best of shows, it was the worst of shows… It’s an improv show all about books! We join our protagonists, Skinny Improv mainstage performers Tyler Snodgrass & Sarah Jenkins, as they finally find a practical use for their English degrees: all the improv is inspired by literature, authors, characters, or [...]

04/09/2011

Jack and The Super-Duper Way Big Beanstalk

The Skinny Improv Announces Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children. The Springfield Playhouse is excited to announce production dates for Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins. Production dates are Saturdays April 2, [...]

04/15/2011

The Skinny Improv Presents: Skinny Science 3000

Skinny Science 3000 Presents: A Movie Come and watch a traditional movie where the sound is dubbed over by live performers…creating a new classic right before your vary eyes! Friday, April 15 at 10pm

04/16/2011

Jack and The Super-Duper Way Big Beanstalk

The Skinny Improv Announces Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children. The Springfield Playhouse is excited to announce production dates for Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins. Production dates are Saturdays April 2, [...]

04/02/2011

Jack and The Super-Duper Way Big Beanstalk

The Skinny Improv Announces Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children. The Springfield Playhouse is excited to announce production dates for Jack and The Super Duper Way Big Beanstalk by Jeff Jenkins. Production dates are Saturdays April 2, [...]

04/23/2011

The Skinny Improv Presents: Improv Sportz 2011

The Skinny Improv Announces IMPROV SPORTZ 2011 Improv Sportz 2011 is a competitive- game style show were two groups of improvisers compete against each other playing improv games for points.  The audience is the judge. Improv Sportz 2011 cast is: Nathan Henderson Tim Messersmith Seth White Angel Salvador Bryan Owens Scott Kirchner Kelly Crowe Caleb Reeder Chris Richele John [...]

05/01/2011

The Giggle Box Project presents “Chucklefest”

GiggleBoxes is hosting the premiere “Chucklefest” at the award winning Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre. The Giggle Box Project is hosting the 1st annual “ChuckleFest” at the award-winning Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre in honor of World Laughter Day as a fundraising event for The Giggle Box Project, on Sunday, May 1st from 2pm to 5pm. A [...]

05/05/2011

The Big Comedy Cool Down

A special benefit show to help raise money for a much needed new Air Conditioner unit for The Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre. “The Big Comedy Cool Down,” will feature hysterical comedy from some of Springfield’s best Stand Up Comics and “Tyler and Sarah’s Use Your Words,” a two person literature based improv show. “The Big [...]

05/06/2011

The Skinny Improv’s Better Luck Next Time Moves to 1st Friday

A New and Improved “BETTER LUCK NEXT TIME!… (AN IMPROVISED GAME SHOW)” SPRINGFIELD, MO, April 11, 2011 - The Skinny Improv is excited to announce Better Luck Next Times move to 1st Friday 10:15pm time slot. Better Luck Next Time will premiere at this new time on Friday, May 6th at 10:15pm. “BETTER LUCK NEXT TIME!… (AN IMPROVISED GAME [...]

05/14/2011

The Skinny Improv Presents: Teen Improv 2011

Teen Improv 2011 presents 2 shows in May 2011, hosted by teen improviser, Trevor Smith. Teen Improv 2011 cast includes: Lauri Kuskinen Ken Howard Trevor Smith Justus Self Eli Barnes Lauren Peak Lorren Patton Teen Improv 2011 premieres Saturday, May 14th at 6pm at Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre. Tickets are only $5. Their second performance [...]

05/17/2011

Auditions for “Mr.Barty Shakes Presents: Romeo and Juliet and You!”

The Skinny Improv Announces Auditions for ”Mr.Barty Shakes Presents: Romeo and Juliet and You!” a play by Bryant Turnage and Jeff Jenkins Auditions will be Tuesday, May 17th at 7pm at The Skinny Improv. Auditonees will be asked to read from the script. Mr. Barty Shakes is part of the Springfield Playhouse children series an 5th Annual [...]

05/27/2011

The Mystery Hour

Do not miss it!   Jeff has been living in Hollywood learning what it takes to make the show even better. There will be 50% more explosions, more violence, and more sex (50% more than zero is still zero). Jeff is also now 50% more tan (50% of zero is still zero). Plus, Jeff will [...]

06/02/2011

5th Annual Springfield Shakespeare Festival

Please visit www.springfieldshakespeare.com for all your Springfield Shakespeare Project information.

06/06/2011

Auditions for “The 3 Little Pigs”

Auditions for The Three Little Pigs by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children. The Springfield Playhouse is excited to announce auditions for The Three Little Pigs by Jeff Jenkins. All Adult Cast Auditions will be Monday, June 6th at 7pm at The Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre. [...]

06/13/2011 - 06/17/2011

Kid-Prov Summer Camps June 2011, Ages 7-11

KID-Prov Summer Camp If your kids are creative, silly or super-creative they will love KID-Prov! At the camp, kids will learn how to play improv games, become more confident and learn to be a member of a team. They will also learn great games applicable to situations in school, on the playground, and in everyday [...]

06/13/2011

Kid-Prov Summer Camps REGISTER NOW

KID-Prov Summer Camp If your kids are creative, silly or super-creative they will love KID-Prov! At the camp, kids will learn how to play improv games, become more confident and learn to be a member of a team. They will also learn great games applicable to situations in school, on the playground, and in everyday [...]

06/13/2011

Level 1 Improv Class- Summer Session

The Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre Announces its Spring Session of Improv Classes The Spring session of Level 1 improv classes will begin Monday, June 13th at 6 p.m. It will run for two hours once a week for the duration of 8 weeks. The class will take place at the Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre located [...]

06/17/2011

Better Luck Next Time…An Improvized Game Show

This Trivia-Style Improvised Game Show is hosted by local comedian, Brice Johnson and features DJ Crisco, The Band. The game consists of 2 teams of 3 comedians. The comedians are given a series of questions, some written by the audience the night of the show, and the best answer wins. The best answer, in true [...]

06/20/2011 - 06/24/2011

Kid-Prov Summer Camps June 2011, Ages 12-15

KID-Prov Summer Camp If your kids are creative, silly or super-creative they will love KID-Prov! At the camp, kids will learn how to play improv games, become more confident and learn to be a member of a team. They will also learn great games applicable to situations in school, on the playground, and in everyday [...]

06/27/2011 - 07/01/2011

Kid-Prov Summer Camps June 2011, Ages 16-18

KID-Prov Summer Camp If your kids are creative, silly or super-creative they will love KID-Prov! At the camp, kids will learn how to play improv games, become more confident and learn to be a member of a team. They will also learn great games applicable to situations in school, on the playground, and in everyday [...]

07/16/2011

“THE ADVENTUROUS ADVENTURES OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS”

The Skinny Improv Announces “THE ADVENTUROUS ADVENTURES OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS”by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children. Open-to-the-public production dates are Saturdays July 9 and 16 at 11:30am and 2pm.  Tickets are available at www.theskinnyimprov.com.  For more information please call 417-831-LAFF or email info@theskinnyimprov.com. Tickets [...]

08/02/2011

The Skinny Improv Introduces Two New Shows in November:

The Skinny Improv Adds: The Owens Wilson Show & Betty and The Baldwin To the line-up of shows beginning November The Owens Wilson Show November 12th at 10pm. Ticket Price: Pay What You Will Improvisers Bryan Owens, Jimmy Wilson, and a special guest “associate” will take a single suggestion and improvise for about a half [...]

08/15/2011 - 08/16/2011

Audition Notice- “Little Red Riding Hood”

2011 Springfield Playhouse Announces Auditions for “Little Red Riding Hood” Springfield Mo- August 15 2011- Auditions for Springfield Playhouse and The Skinny Improv’s production of “Little Red Riding Hood” will be held Monday, August 15th & Tuesday, August 16th 2011 starting at 7 p.m. at the The Gallery at National Avenue. 1515 S. National Avenue [...]

08/19/2011 - 09/01/2011

Help Hamlet vs. Zombies get to San Francisco!

Scroll down and on your right is a link to our Hamlet vs Zombie’s kick-starter campaign. Read about our project and get cool gifts for your donations!

09/17/2011

Little Red Riding Hood

“LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD”by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children.    Open-to-the-public production dates are Saturdays September 17, 24 & October 1 at 11:30am and 2pm.  Tickets are available at www.theskinnyimprov.com. For more information please call 417-831-LAFF or email info@theskinnyimprov.com.   Tickets are $5 dollars and [...]

09/24/2011

The Skinny Improv Presents: Improv Sportz 2011

Improv Sportz 2011 is a competitive- game style show where two groups of improvisers compete against each other playing improv games for points.  The audience is the judge. Saturday,  September 24th @ 10pm Tickets are Pay What You Will.

01/23/2012

Winter, Level 1 – 8 week class session

The Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre Announces its Winter Session of Improv Classes The Winter session of Level 1 improv classes will begin Monday, January 23 at 6 p.m. It will run for two hours once a week for the duration of 8 weeks, January 23-March 12, 2012. The class will take place at the Skinny Improv located at 306 South [...]

01/28/2012 - 02/05/2012

Click Here (This Title) for Full Schedule

For our Full  January & February Calendars (including 10pm shows) Click Here: January 2012 Calendar Click Here: _February2012Calendar.doc The MainStage show has won several awards, including Best Belly Laugh by 417 Magazine. Tickets are $12 general admission and $10 for students. Every Friday & Saturday at 8pm. Info@theskinnyimprov.com or 417-831-5233 for more details

10/01/2011

Stand Up Comedy

Open Mic Opportunity 10pm Stand Up Comedy Night features an hour of local Stand Up Comedians. The show starts with open mic sets and builds to the 2 or 3 featured local talents scheduled for the night. To sign up for open mic, please arrive at least 15 mins prior to show start and sign [...]

10/01/2011

Little Red Riding Hood

“LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD”by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children.    Open-to-the-public production dates are Saturdays September 17, 24 & October 1 at 11:30am and 2pm.  Tickets are available at www.theskinnyimprov.com. For more information please call 417-831-LAFF or email info@theskinnyimprov.com.   Tickets are $5 dollars and [...]

10/07/2011

Armando

Long-form Improv Hear monologues from the lives of the improvisers and then watch them make up scenes inspired by the monologues. 10pm, October 7th Pay What You Will

10/10/2011 - 11/14/2011

New Location:

WE ARE AT A NEW LOCATION The Skinny Improv’s Family Friendly Shows will now be performed at: “Nonna’s Attic” Above Nonna’s Italian Restaurant 306 South Ave, Springfield, MO 65806 (on the corner at South & McDaniel) (417) 831-LAFF (5233) info@theskinnyimprov.com www.theskinnyimprov.com

10/15/2011

Buffy: The Vampire Slayer, Dramatic Readings

This is a reader’s theatre style presentation of Buffy: The Vampire Slayer Saturday:   10/15/2011 CALL 417-831-5233 FOR MORE INFORMATION All Tickets are Pay What You Will!

11/01/2011

Improv Sportz Auditions

The Skinny Improv Announces AUDITIONS FOR IMPROV SPORTZ The Skinny Improv’s Improv Sportz is looking for people who are energetic and creative to perform in Improv Sportz. Have you always wanted to do improv comedy? here’s your chance… We will be holding open auditions on Tuesday, Nov 1st at 8:00pm at The Skinny Improv’s new location above Nonna’s. [...]

11/01/2011

Cast List for Rapunzel

Congrats! Thanks to all who auditioned please come audtion again Rapunzel- Jen McBride Jadis- Nick Oswalt Warlock- Mat Boes Aiden- Cody Vaughn King- Angel Salvador Anthracite- Ben Heustess Thanks again.

11/08/2011

Auditions for A Christmas Carol

The Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre  announces: A Christmas Carol, a satirical staged reading of the holiday classic The Skinny Improv announces auditions for for its satirical reader’s theatre style presentation of the  Charles Dickens’ classic ”A Christmas Carol” performed at The Skinny Improv in downtown Springfield. Friday, December 2 & Saturday, December 3 at 8:00pm. Auditions will be Tuesday, [...]

11/25/2011 - 11/26/2011

Improv Sportz February 2012 Performances

IMPROV SPORTZ February Performances: Friday, 2/10 at 10pm Friday, 2/24 at 8pm Saturday, 2/25 8pm Saturday, 2/25 10pm Improv Sportz is a competitive- game style show were two groups of improvisers compete against each other playing improv games for points. The audience is the judge. For more information, please contact info@theskinnyimprov.com or call 417-831-LAFF

11/06/2011

Auditions for Rudolph

2011 Springfield Playhouse AnnouncesDate Change for Auditions for “Rudolph” Springfield Mo- Auditions for Springfield Playhouse and The Skinny Improv’s production of ”Rudolph” will be held: Sunday, November 6th at 3pm at the The Skinny Improv 306 South Avenue Springfield, MO 65806. Those auditioning will be asked to do cold readings from the script. Cast requirements: All adult cast [...]

12/09/2011

Improv Sportz 2011 presents: The Red Team

Friday, December 9th at 10pm Improv Sportz 2011 Introduces: The Red Team Improv Sportz 2011 is a competitive- game style show were two groups of improvisers compete against each other playing improv games for points. The audience is the judge. Bailey Norton Margaret Howard Bethany Elfrink Contessa Deffenderfer Ellen Ames Kirsten Binder Tim Gagnon Lynn [...]

05/21/2011

The Skinny Improv Presents: Teen Improv 2011

Teen Improv 2011 presents 2 shows in May 2011, hosted by teen improviser, Trevor Smith. Teen Improv 2011 cast includes: Lauri Kuskinen Ken Howard Trevor Smith Justus Self Eli Barnes Lauren Peak Lorren Patton Teen Improv 2011 premieres Saturday, May 14th at 6pm at Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre. Tickets are only $5. Their second performance [...]

05/28/2011

Ladies Discount Night 5/28

Ladies Night at The Skinny Improv  Saturday May 28, 2011 The ladies of The Skinny Improv would like to present you with a special award-winning 8pm Mainstage show. Please join us for a very special night of hysterical improv comedy featuring some of the funniest ladies in Springfield. Tickets are available now! Guys, grab your [...]

06/02/2011 - 06/12/2011

Springfield Shakespeare Project- Summer Festival Announced

Please visit www.springfieldshakespeare.com for all your Springfield Shakespeare Project information.

06/13/2011

Summer Camps

KID-Prov Summer Camp If your kids are creative, silly or super-creative they will love KID-Prov! At the camp, kids will learn how to play improv games, become more confident and learn to be a member of a team. They will also learn great games applicable to situations in school, on the playground, and in everyday life. [...]

07/01/2011 - 07/02/2011

No Shows 4th of July Weekend

The Skinny Improv Announces no shows on Friday July 1 & Saturday July 2. The Skinny Improv will be canceling all shows on Friday, July 1 & Saturday, July 2 in observance of the 4th of July Holiday.  Shows will resume as scheduled the following weekend of Friday, July 8 & Saturday, July 9th. This [...]

07/21/2011 - 07/22/2011

Encore Hamlet vs. Zombies July 21st & 22nd

ANNOUNCING: “Hamlet vs. Zombies: Something Is Rotting In The State of Denmark!” to perform at Kansas City Fringe Festival and San Fransico Fringe Festival with additional annoucment of limited encore performances in Springfield Springfield Mo- “Hamlet vs Zombies” Producer Jeff Jenkins announces performance dates for Kansas City Fringe Festival and San Francisco Fring Festival with [...]

09/24/2011

Little Red Riding Hood

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD”by Jeff Jenkins as a part of The Springfield Playhouse, an interactive theatre experience for children. Open-to-the-public production dates are Saturdays September 17, 24 & October 1 at 11:30am and 2pm.  Tickets are available at www.theskinnyimprov.com. For more information please call 417-831-LAFF or email info@theskinnyimprov.com. Tickets are $5 dollars and include FREE POPCORN.  [...]