Improv A Go Go
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Improv A Go-Go is a weekly showcase for local improvisational theatre
Improvisational theatre
Improvisational theatre takes many forms. It is best known as improv or impro, which is often comedic, and sometimes poignant or dramatic. In this popular, often topical art form improvisational actors/improvisers use improvisational acting techniques to perform spontaneously...

 (or improv) groups in the Twin Cities
Twin cities
Twin cities are a special case of two cities or urban centres which are founded in close geographic proximity and then grow into each other over time...

. Produced by Five Man Job and hosted by HUGE Theater, it runs most Sundays during the year.

Each week, there are 4-5 improv groups that perform for roughly 20 minutes each. Admission is always just $1.

Improv A Go-Go began in May 2002. Improv A Go-Go is an open venue to all forms of improvised theater. Slots are assigned via a lottery system, which is held three times per year.

Improv A Go-Go allows established improv groups to try out new forms, and provides a venue for news groups to get stage experience. Many of these groups come out of the improv classes taught at the Brave New Workshop. Some improv participants are also a part of the Brave New Workshop's mainstage cast.

Documentary

"Don't F@$! Your Partner: A Glimpse into Minneapolis Improv" follows Twin Cities improv artists in the development of Improv A Go-Go and expanding the local improv scene.

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