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Meet the improviser who’s designing WIT’s new home in NoMa

Meet the improviser who’s designing WIT’s new home in NoMa

January 23, 2026

Architect and Improviser Matt Alexander talks to WIT about his firm's designs for WIT's future home in NoMa, how being a performer has impacted the venue's "blue prints," and what excites him most about the space. Read More

WIT receives $15,000 grant from The Morgan Fund for its new home in NoMa

WIT receives $15,000 grant from The Morgan Fund for its new home in NoMa

January 22, 2026

The Morgan Fund at Seattle Foundation, which supports performing arts nonprofits with a focus on dance and theater, has granted WIT $15,000 for its new home in NoMa. Read More

WIT to hold new auditions for its Musical Improv Conservatory in December 2025

WIT to hold new auditions for its Musical Improv Conservatory in December 2025

November 21, 2025

WIT is holding a new round of auditions for our Musical Improv Conservatory! The deadline to sign up to audition is Dec. 9, 2025! Read More

WIT to continue offering joy and community for federal workers throughout 2025

WIT to continue offering joy and community for federal workers throughout 2025

September 17, 2025

Since the start of the year, WIT has engaged in several outreach initiatives aimed at current and former federal workers. Those efforts, including monthly free workshops, are set to continue until at least the end of the year. Read More

WIT to hold Harold team auditions in September

WIT to hold Harold team auditions in September

August 21, 2025

The deadline to sign-up is: Thursday, Aug 28 11:59 PM! Read More

Parting words: Travis Ploeger on why “musical improv is a thrill that can’t be replicated”

Parting words: Travis Ploeger on why “musical improv is a thrill that can’t be replicated”

July 16, 2025

Travis Ploeger's final two performances with the hugely popular improvised musical group he created almost 20 years ago are taking place this weekend and next. He reflects back on his time with iMusical and what's next for him. Read More

Fun and Games: WIT’s summer run promises laughs and adventure! (Media Advisory)

Fun and Games: WIT’s summer run promises laughs and adventure! (Media Advisory)

June 4, 2025

WIT’s summer line-up explores friendship and meaning through the realm of fantasy gaming + The Cookout and The Queer Variety Cavalcade return! Read More

Dive Deeper: Go behind the scenes of Table Talk, An Improvised Tale of Adventure!

Dive Deeper: Go behind the scenes of Table Talk, An Improvised Tale of Adventure!

June 4, 2025

Dive deeper: The star of WIT’s summer line-up is a show that explores friendship and meaning through the realm of fantasy table top gaming. Read More

Teachable moments: What educators and school administrators can learn from applied improv

Teachable moments: What educators and school administrators can learn from applied improv

May 1, 2025

Whether it’s redesigning recess because it’s raining, pivoting to a relaxation exercise because a class is bubbling with intensity, or coming up with effective examples on-the-fly to teach complex ideas, improvisation skills are an essential part of every teacher's classroom toolkit. Read More

Support WIT by contributing to our silent auction

Support WIT by contributing to our silent auction

April 30, 2025

You can now submit donated items, services, and experiences to WIT's annual silent auction! Read More

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