Lamabati is the one of the most experienced regularly performing improv groups in Israel. Their style is surreal, explosive and high energy, while also emotion-driven and philosophical. They are known for their magical group-mind and avantgarde artistic vision. They are constantly adapting and developing new formats, looking to take the art of improv to the next level.
Cast: Amir Atsmon, Hila Di Castro, Itamar Karbian
Tickets $12 online, $15 at the door
This show is presented in partnership with JAC
JAC (Jewish Adult Connection) is the young professional division of Calgary Jewish Federation. JAC is committed to supporting and connecting the under 40 community by engaging in Jewish life and culture, social and family events, tikkun olam (repairing the world) and fundraising, leadership development, and education. For more information or to get involved, contact JAC@jewishcalgary.org .
Where new improv takes flight
Talented Kinkonauts players conquer new frontiers with experimental formats. Witness the boldest and the bravest test their mettle. Some will crash and burn. The mightiest will blast off and soar to new heights.
Tickets $8 online, $10 at the door. Students are 2-for-1 at the door.
Act 1: Radio Daze: Conflict of the Cosmos
The Kinkonauts’ season begins with the end of the world! Settle in for an improvised radio play inspired by the War of the Worlds broadcast that terrified and scandalized a nation. Embark on a dramatic journey complete with live sound effects, and maybe a martian or two. This one-night-only homage to Orson Welles’ homage to HG Wells is not to be missed. Improv is about to invade Calgary!
Act 2: Dream Toast feat. Necessary Elvis
A show based entirely on dream logic where dreams inspire dreams inspire dreams. It gets weird, nothing makes sense and your mom is there with a different face, but in the end it all means something. Delve into your subconscious with Dream Toast and discover the zany world of dream “logic.”
This two-act show runs from 8pm to 10pm with a brief intermission.
Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door. Students 2-for-1 at the door, with student ID.
Three improv teams face off head-to-head in an intergalactic battle for your starry-eyed love – but only one can win! Your votes will determine the final victor of the season – leaving the other teams behind in their stardust.
Tickets $8 online or $10 at the door. Students 2-for-1 at the door, with student ID.
Act 1: Nonsense & Sensibility – An Improvised Jane Austen
The Kinkonauts hitch up their waistlines and sharpen their wits to pay homage to Jane Austen in this fully improvised novel that never was.
Act 2: Squadball feat. Screamy Linguine
Squadball explores the weird, witty and wonderful places where friendships are forged and norms are shattered. This powerhouse of playfulness stretches the boundaries of their imaginations – and yours.
This two-act show runs from 8pm to 10pm with a brief intermission.
Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door. Students 2-for-1 at the door with student ID.
What lies beneath the surface?
Dig deep and explore a new level of improv. Every Underground show features two troupes with their own unique spin on the art and craft of improvised theatre.
Featuring Baby Tee Rex and Cracked Mirror
Tickets $8 online, $10 at the door. Students are 2-for-1 at the door with student ID.
Act 1: Nonsense & Sensibility – An Improvised Jane Austen
The Kinkonauts hitch up their waistlines and sharpen their wits to pay homage to Jane Austen in this fully improvised novel that never was.
Act 2: Squadball feat. Necessary Elvis
Squadball explores the weird, witty and wonderful places where friendships are forged and norms are shattered. This powerhouse of playfulness stretches the boundaries of their imaginations – and yours.
This two-act show runs from 8pm to 10pm with a brief intermission.
Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door.
Act 1: Nonsense & Sensibility & Zombies – An Improvised Jane Austen Apocalypse
Want a suitor who likes you for your brains? Be careful what you wish for. The Kinkonauts sharpen their wits and weapons in this improvised tale of regency romance and the roving undead. Jane Austen must be rolling over in her grave.
Advisory: this show contains violence and frightening adult themes
Act 2: Squadball feat. Vlad & Vicky
Squadball explores the weird, witty and wonderful places where friendships are forged and norms are shattered. This powerhouse of playfulness stretches the boundaries of their imaginations – and yours.
This two-act show runs from 8pm to 10pm with a brief intermission.
Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door. Students 2-for-1 at the door with student ID.
Where new improv takes flight
Talented Kinkonauts players conquer new frontiers with experimental formats. Witness the boldest and the bravest test their mettle. Some will crash and burn. The mightiest will blast off and soar to new heights.
Tickets $8 online, $10 at the door. Students are 2-for-1 at the door.
Act 1: Tim Burton Improvised Musical
A macabre fantasy world to delight your senses! Inspired by the music of Danny Elfman and the films of Tim Burton (Edward Scissorhands, Beetlejuice, the Nightmare Before Christmas), we present an improvised musical on the weird and wonderful side. It will be MAGICAL!
Act 2: Screamy Linguine feat. Necessary Elvis
We do so hope you enjoy scary stories, because the Lovecraft Twins adore them more than—dare we say it?—life itself. Lock yourself in a crypt-dark room and hear never-before-told tales of the macabre, the twisted, and the supernatural. No one has ever heard these stories before, but you will never forget them.
Advisory: This show contains frightening adult themes, and is performed in the dark.
This two-act show runs from 8pm to 10pm with a brief intermission.
Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door.
Three improv teams face off head-to-head in an intergalactic battle for your starry-eyed love – but only one can win! Your votes will determine the final victor of the season – leaving the other teams behind in their stardust.
Tickets $8 online or $10 at the door. Students 2-for-1 at the door, with student ID.