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Monkey Business Institute
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.
Get ready for a fresh brew of comedy with House Blend, Monkey Business Institute's new weekly improv show. Premiering September 4th at 7pm, this show features a mix of rising stars and seasoned professionals for a smooth and funny experience. Don't miss the debut!
Unlock the secrets of the improv mindset with keynote speaker Brad Knight. Learn how to enhance communication and listening skills within your organization through the power of improv. Discover how Brad's engaging approach can transform your next event and leave a lasting impact on your audience, making your event unforgettable.
Sheila Robertson, a professional fun haver, has been making people laugh with improv since the early 90s. Inspired at 14, she honed her skills across the country, performing and teaching. Now with Monkey Business Institute, Sheila brings the spirit of 'Yes, and...' to life for everyone.
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!
Explore Monkey Business Institute's journey into experimental improv comedy with Improv Labs. Discover how short form roots led to diverse, audience-pleasing long form shows like Impromp2, The Merge, and Possibly A Disaster, showcasing the troupe's evolving creativity and challenging performance styles.
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.