Level 1: Foundations of Improv

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.

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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.

If you want to be the first to know when future class sessions open, fill out this form and we’ll email you as soon as they are announced. 

 

Prerequisite:
None! Just be ready to have a good time
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Sections

Description Location Price Faculty Additional Faculty Registration Link
IN PERSON - Spring 2026 Classes
Sundays with Zhaokang Ong

1PM to 3:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/31, 6/7
Showcase: Saturday, June 13: 1pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Sitar Arts Center
1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101

$365

Zhaokang Ong

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Tuesdays with Gwendolyn Bogard

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2
Showcase: Sunday, June 7: 12pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Latin American Youth Center
1419 Columbia Rd NW

$365

Gwendolyn Bogard

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Wednesdays with Daniel Barrera

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3
Showcase: Sunday, June 7: 2pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Latin American Youth Center
1419 Columbia Rd NW

$365

Daniel Barrera Ortega

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Fridays with Nikki Frias

7:15PM to 9:45PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/26
Showcase: Saturday, June 27: 12pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Sitar Arts Center
1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101

$365

Nikki Frias

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Sundays with Dan O'Neil

1PM to 3:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21Showcase: Saturday, June 27: 2pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Sitar Arts Center
1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101

$365

Dan O’Neil

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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
Showcase: Saturday, June 27: 12pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Carr Workplaces
1717 K Street NW

$365

Alissa Platz

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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: 2pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Sitar Arts Center
1700 Kalorama Rd NW #101

$365

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

$365

Dan O’Neil

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Thursdays with Court McGrew

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25
Showcase: Saturday, June 27: 2pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

WIT Classroom
TBA

$365

Court McGrew

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In person - spring 2026 classes - add yourself to the waitlist
Thursdays with Nikki Frias

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11
Showcase: Saturday, June 13: 1pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Farragut Center
1725 I Street NW

$365

Nikki Frias

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Mondays with Devin Hiett

7PM to 9:30PM EST (8 classes at 2.5 hours)
Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1
Showcase: Sunday, June 7: 2pm Block @ Studio Theatre

*This is a MASKS OPTIONAL class.

Latin American Youth Center
1419 Columbia Rd NW

$365 - email classes@witdc.org to join the second week!

Devin Hiett

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Don't Just Take Our Word For It

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.

Level One student

It's an amazing stress reliever and an opportunity to meet awesome people. I can't say enough good things about WIT and the Level 1 class, I can't wait for Level 2 - my Tuesdays have been so sad without class!

Level One student

A main highlight of my week. There are things at improv that simply can't happen anywhere else because you're in a supportive environment with full permission to be goofy.

Level One student