The Sarasota Improv Festival is back July 18 & 19—and it’s bigger, bolder, and funnier than ever! Recognized as the premier improv festival in the Southeastern U.S., this high-octane weekend brings together top improvisers from across the country and around the globe for two unforgettable days of unscripted comedy.

Join us for:
- 29 performances
- 17 improv troupes
- 80+ artists
- 17 interactive workshops

From musical improv and fast-paced games to bold, boundary-pushing performances—every show is a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you're a die-hard fan or brand-new to improv, this festival is your ticket to non-stop laughter and spontaneous fun in the heart of Downtown Sarasota.

Friday Performance Schedule: 

FST IMPROV - 6:00pm
Keating Theatre

DAD'S GARAGE - 7:00pm
Bowne's Lab

PARALLELOGRAMOP HONOGRAPH - 7:00pm
Keating Theatre

FORGOTTEN BROADWAY - 7:00pm
Goldstein Cabaret

HERE: THE (IMPROVISED) MUSICAL - 8:00pm
Bowne's Lab

NORTH COAST - 8:00pm
Keating Theatre

SAND - 8:00pm
Goldstein Cabaret

AVAILABLE CUPHOLDERS - 9:00pm
Bowne's Lab

SOUNDS FUNNY - 9:00pm
Keating Theatre

2-MAN NO-SHOW - 9:00pm
Goldstein Cabaret

IMPROV ALL STARS - 10:00pm
Gompertz Theatre