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Frequently Asked Questions
WIT is the District’s home for improv comedy. Performances feature our company ensembles and Harold teams (each with their own distinct style), and top independent acts from across DC. Our alumni have gone on to Saturday Night Live, The Daily Show, White Lotus, and more.
You’ll never see the same show twice. That’s because improv is made up on the spot based on audience suggestions. From improvised musicals to shows featuring special guests, each show is unique. Check the listings to decide which line-up you want to see.
Not really. It’s definitely unscripted, but WIT shows are longform improv. The short games you’d see on Whose Line Is It Anyway? are called shortform improv.
In longform improv, players create characters and stories on the fly, inspired by an audience suggestion. We host all sorts of improvised acts, from large-scale productions like the satirized presidential campaign POTUS Among Us to our weeks-long Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament every spring. If you’re a fan of The Second City or UCB, we think you’re going to LOVE WIT!
Check out our online calendar here!
It depends on the kids and it depends on the show. Our shows are generally PG-13 – no one’s getting naked and there are no gory special effects. That said, our shows do often include adult language and adult situations that aren’t great for young audience members.
One night may be squeaky clean, another may be a bit more bawdy. If you’re in doubt, maybe get a sitter.
Generally, our shows run between 70 and 90 minutes.
For shows at Studio Theatre, there are concessions available. There are many dining options in the 14th Street area for before and after the show.
Masks are welcome, but not required. We respect and support each individual’s choice to wear a mask at WIT classes, workshops, rehearsals, and performances. If you’re feeling sick, we ask that you please stay home as it’s the best way to keep everyone in our community safe and healthy.
Nope! It’s perfectly fine to come in jeans and a t-shirt. That said, it can sometimes be chilly in the theater so you should bring an extra layer if you get cold easily.
The majority of WIT shows are at Studio Theatre (1501 14th St, NW), located on the corner of 14th and P Streets. Student showcases don’t always happen at Studio, so be sure to check the address when planning your visit.
Parking near Studio can be competitive on weekend nights. There is zoned parking in the surrounding neighborhoods of the 14th and U Street corridors. We recommend showing up early, as finding a spot can take some time.
You can also try this website to reserve a spot.
Except for cases of a WIT cancellation, we can’t offer refunds on purchased tickets.
If you need to switch your ticket, we can try to help you change nights (unless the show’s curtain time is within 24 hours). Email us at wit@witdc.org.
Thanks so much for thinking of us! Given our lean staff size and the many variables in presenting an improv show, we can generally accommodate only a few kinds of requests.
What we can offer:
- a group discount on tickets to a public WIT show. Groups should be 8 or more.
- a paid fun interactive workshop for participants at a gathering or party. Fee for this starts at $400.
- a paid private performance at a performance venue with lights, seating, and a captive audience (seated, not playing while people mingle or dance). Fee for this starts at $2,500.
Interested? Email us at wit@witdc.org.