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WIT receives largest foundation gift in its 28-year history from Cafritz Foundation

WIT receives largest foundation gift in its 28-year history from Cafritz Foundation

April 9, 2026

WIT has received a $150,000 grant from The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation in support of the Capital Campaign to fund our new home in NoMa. Read More

Why moving to NoMa will be a dream come true… and not just for WIT!

Why moving to NoMa will be a dream come true… and not just for WIT!

April 7, 2026

A few of the reasons that make NoMa the perfect fit for WIT as we look to a future built on growth and innovation. Read More

WIT ensemble Uncle Gorgeous to hold auditions in April

WIT ensemble Uncle Gorgeous to hold auditions in April

March 26, 2026

Uncle Gorgeous is an ensemble that thrives on connection and they're looking for new cast members. Sign up to audition by April 12. Read More

Help us set sail for our new home: Contribute to Ahoy, NoMa!’s silent auction

Help us set sail for our new home: Contribute to Ahoy, NoMa!’s silent auction

March 18, 2026

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

WIT to hold Harold team auditions in March and April

WIT to hold Harold team auditions in March and April

March 10, 2026

The deadline to sign-up is Sunday, Mar. 22 at 11:59 pm! Read More

FIST 2026: Who’s Who

FIST 2026: Who’s Who

February 23, 2026

Meet the teams and the players taking part in this year's improv comedy competition. Read More

Ending on a high note: iMusical improviser Matt Berman reflects back on 18 years with the group

Ending on a high note: iMusical improviser Matt Berman reflects back on 18 years with the group

February 18, 2026

Longtime WIT improviser Matt Berman is stepping way from the musical improv ensemble iMusical after 18 years with the group. He talks about why he's leaving and reflects on what improv has taught him. Read More

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

Get in the game! Sign up to be a part of FIST 2026

Get in the game! Sign up to be a part of FIST 2026

January 14, 2026

The deadline for submissions is Sunday, Feb. 1 at 11:59 p.m. Read More

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