Madison's Favorite Improv Troupe

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Improv Shows

Live Comedy. Every Week.

You can catch Monkey Business Institute’s shows on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at The Glass Nickel basement stage on Atwood Avenue in Madison, WI. Occasionally we venture further afield to delight audiences throughout our great nation. Check our detailed calendar of events for dates, times and locations. Want to see us perform in your neck of the woods? Get in touch.

Looking for specific show information? Find info on All Ages Shows, Grown Up Shows, Impromp2, The Extended Cut, The Merge, The Music Department, Yes Ma’am, The Gauntlet, House Blend, Class Shows and FAQs.

Mr. Dave’s Gift, Inc. Benefit Event

Join MBI in supporting the fight to diagnosis, treat, and cure bone marrow disease by attending Mr. Dave’s Gift, Inc.’s Second Annual Cocktail and Comedy Night at Bunky’s Catering, 2425 Atwood Avenue in Madison. Cocktails begin at 6:00 pm followed be a genuine MBI improv show at 7:00 pm. Enjoy appetizers and a silent auction while you support a noble cause. Tickets are $35 in advance. Buy them here.

Summer 2019 Kids Improv Camps

Monkey Business Institute is excited to announce its line up of summer kids improv classes! Find info and register for Ages 15-18, Ages 11-14, and Ages 8-10.

Upcoming Shows

Sat 23

All Ages Show

February 23 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Sat 23

Grown Up Show – SOLD OUT!

February 23 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Tue 26

House Blend

February 26 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Mar 01

Yes Ma’am

March 1 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

I seriously laugh the entire time, every time! Madison is lucky to have Monkey Business

Casey Rowe

Improv Classes

Laugh and Learn. Get Funny.

Whether you’re looking to get started in improv, or you’re an experienced performer and want to learn more, MBI has a class for you. Check out our course offerings and get signed up today. Click on the button below for more information.

Our current offerings include:

Learn more about Improv Classes.

Improv classes are so.much.fun.

Ryan Bender

Playshops

Work + MBI = Fun.

Schedule one of our custom, innovative and effective playshops for your business or organization today. Our experienced improv trainers have worked with groups all over the United States teaching improv skills. Learn how Monkey Business can help your company or book a playshop today.

Our organization was going through change and turmoil. We needed help in assisting staff to accept that change and to lighten the mood. Your troupe was just what we needed! Breakouts getting people involved with what change is and how to work around it, plus a super comedy routine that sent everyone home feeling giddy and refreshed. Thank you!

Pete Haase, Bureau Director Wisconsin Department of Trade and Consumer Protection

Private Parties

Let us amuse you.

Are you planning a party or special event? Looking for ways to keep your guests entertained? If so, look no further than the improv comedy pros at Monkey Business Institute. You tell us where to go, and we’ll bring the laughs. See our event ideas or contact us at parties@monkeybusinessinstitute.com to start planning today.

Monkey Business was the highlight of our staff holiday party. They provided our team with a unique and memorable entertainment experience that left a positive buzz in our workplace well after the party was over. We were all impressed by the high quality of their improv skills, and it was fun to have members of our team included in on the action. I would recommend Monkey Business as the entertainment for any group party or event, as they did a great job of making the evening extra special for our hard working team!
Nina, Good Harvest Market

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