Spontaneous Mind, Synergy Theater, The Lesher Center for the Arts, and DKW Productions present
We’re back for our second year! Join us for an incredible weekend of improv comedy! Shows, workshops, and jams!
Prepare to be inspired, delighted, and entertained at the second annual Diablo Improv Festival, the Bay Area’s premier celebration of improvisational theater!
You’ll enjoy unforgettable performances from top-tier improvisers who take the craft to the next level. Laugh while you learn at improv workshops designed for all experience levels, and meet new friends at meetups, parties, and jams. It’s all happening here!
Main Festival Programming
Saturday 10/17 | 9am-9:30pm | Lesher Center for the Arts
Sunday 10/18 | 8:30am-6pm | Lesher Center for the Arts
Welcome Party
Friday 10/16 | 7pm-10pm | Lesher Center for the Arts
10/16 and 10/17 | Afterparty at Mr. Lucky’s
Buy single events, take advantage of our incredible festival packages, or get a 20% discount for groups of eight or more people.
Performers, Teachers, and Producers
The Diablo Improv Festival features performances by Your Favorite Story, Rollin’ in Riches, Secret Improv Society, Wine & Weasels, Emotional Overtones, Spontaneous Mind Over Matter, All That Jazz, BATS, Women In _____, Nibling Rivalry and Navaris Darson, and Kenn Adams.
Workshop teachers include Shulie Cowen, Karen Twelves, Asa Erlendson, Navaris Darson, Amber Dyson, Mark Duncanson, Rebecca Castelli, Jennifer Simmons, Randy Wight, Regina Saisi, Jaime Rich, and Paul Hitlin.
Emcees include Kenn Adams, Jaime Rich, Della Watson, and Randy Wight.
The Diablo Improv Festival is presented by Spontaneous Mind, DKW Productions, Synergy Theater, and The Lesher Center for the Arts.
About DKW Productions
We strive to make innovative art, spark connections, and create joy. Read more about us.
FAQs
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Individual tickets and packages are both available on the Lesher Center’s website.
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While the festival offers options for youth and adult beginners with no experience, please note that many of the workshops and jams are more appropriate for adults and/or experienced improvisers, so read descriptions closely. Children and teens are welcome to attend performances.
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Snacks will be provided at workshops.
The Lesher Center offers a refreshment cart and full bar during evening performances.
Many restaurants, cafes, and bars are located within walking distance of the Lesher Center.