Anyone and everyone stands something to gain by taking a class with Washington Improv Theater. Go ahead, take the plunge.

More testimonials: See how improv can help you at work and bring out your creativity.

A student raves: “Two and a half hours of laughter! You learn how to get silly with strangers and to grow strong ties of trust based around utter absurdity. No pressure, no mistakes, only happy accidents.”

WIT strongly encourages students and teachers to be up-to-date with Covid-19 vaccinations in an aim to keep all members of our community safe and healthy. Read more about our COVID policies.

Questions?

Email classes@witdc.org or call Education Director Kacie Peterson at (202) 495-0958.

Purchase a Gift Card

Give the gift of laughter! WIT gift cards are redeemable for classes or shows—get one here!

GIFT CARDS

Improv for all: no matter who you are, you’ve got something to gain from taking Foundations of Improv.

Meet people, gain poise, build your confidence and explore your creativity by learning the fundamental concepts of improvisation. It’s the most fun you’ll have all week.

When registering for classes, make sure it fits with your schedule. It’s okay if you miss a class but not more than two. The showcase is also not required but trust us, you will be having so much fun you won’t want to miss any of it!

We also have an inclusion scholarship program!

Class Locations

Some class locations are TBD, but all of our locations are metro-accessible and most are in NW DC.

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Prerequisite:
None! Just be ready to have a good time
Description Location Price Faculty Additional Faculty Registration Link
In person - summer 2026 classes
Sundays with Dan O'Neil

1PM to 3:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 6/21, 6/28, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16
Showcase: Saturday, August 29: 5pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Sitar Arts Center
1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101

$365

Dan O’Neil

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Mondays with Gaelyn Smith

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27,8/3, 8/10, 8/17
Showcase: Saturday, August 29: 1pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

VIVA School of Dance
1923 Vermont Ave NW Suite T002

$365

Gaelyn D. Smith

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Tuesdays with Danielle Steger

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18
Showcase: Saturday, August 29: 3pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Universalist National Memorial Church
1810 16th St NW

$365

Danielle Steger

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Wednesdays with Dan O'Neil

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/26
NO Class 8/19 ( due to Improvapalooza)
Showcase: Sunday, August 30: 1pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

**The 7/15 class will be at Studio Theatre (1501 14th St NW) due to venue availability.

Latin American Youth Center
1419 Columbia Rd NW

$365

Dan O’Neil

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Thursdays with Nikki Frias

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/27
NO Class 8/20 (due to Improvapalooza)
Showcase: Sunday, August 30: 3pm Block @ Sitar Arts Center

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Latin American Youth Center
1419 Columbia Rd NW

$365

Nikki Frias

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IN PERSON - Spring 2026 Classes
Mondays with Alissa Platz-Engler

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22
NO class 5/25
Showcase: Saturday, June 27: 12pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Carr Workplaces
1717 K Street NW

Registration is closed.

Alissa Platz-Engler

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Tuesdays with Nikki Frias

7:15PM to 9:45PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23
Showcase: Saturday, June 27: 12pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Sitar Arts Center
1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101

Registration is closed.

Nikki Frias

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Wednesdays with Dan O'Neil

7:15PM to 9:45PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24
Showcase: Saturday, June 27: 12pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Sitar Arts Center
1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101

Registration is closed.

Dan O’Neil

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