Planning your holiday or awards party for late 2021 or early 2022? Learn what's different this year for in-person events and why booking now is crucial. Discover key questions to ask venues and entertainers regarding availability, safety protocols, and cancellation policies to ensure a successful celebration, whether virtual or in-person.
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The pandemic forced improvisational theater to adapt rapidly. The reliance on proximity and audience energy inherent in improv presented significant challenges. However, the community embraced online platforms, leading to a blend of challenges and unique opportunities for creativity and global connection.
Isthmus' MadFaves 2019 reader poll is live! Vote for Monkey Business Institute as Favorite Performance Group and help us win. We've also nominated MBI members and friends for other categories. Cast your ballot and spread the word before July 31st! Your vote makes a difference.
It's time to vote for the Best of Madison 2019! Monkey Business Institute is nominated for Best Comedy Group. Cast your vote for MBI and our talented friends in various categories. Help us win this prestigious award by spreading the word and voting before October 31st.
MBI recently hosted a playshop for incoming MBAs at UW-Madison's School of Business. Professional Fun-haver Sheila Robertson led the engaging session at Grainger Hall. Attendees experienced the benefits of improv firsthand. We had a fantastic time connecting with future business leaders and look forward to returning.
Discover how improv comedy skills can transform your communication. Sheila Robertson's custom playshop at UW-Madison showcased how these techniques enhance personal and professional growth. Learn more about these valuable, lifelong skills and how they can benefit your team. Visit our Playshop page for details or contact us.
The Isthmus' Mad Faves 2018 is here, and Monkey Business Institute needs your vote! Help us be recognized as your favorite performance group. This year's voting has a single round, so please spread the word and encourage everyone you know to cast their ballot. Your support means the world to us!
Prepare for Friday night improv chaos! The Gauntlet XXII: New and Improved is MBI's winner-takes-all comedy battle. Featuring all-new games and challenges designed by reigning champion Tara Ptasnik, this is a showdown you won't want to miss. Get your tickets for an unforgettable night of improv.
Get ready for a Holiday Extravaganza at the Monkey Business Institute! Enjoy cocktails, caroling from the Monkey Tabernacle Choir, and a hilarious holiday-themed improv comedy show. Don't miss the White Elephant gift exchange! It's an evening of pure joy, merriment, and laughter you won't want to miss.
Join us for The Gauntlet XXI as we celebrate our incredible improv comedy community. This winner-takes-all show, created by Brett Hermanson, is our way of thanking you, the best fans in the world! Witness hilarious challenges, comedy feats, and more as a new champion is crowned.