The Main Stage show

Our Main Stage is kicking of the new year with the return of The North End Justifies the Means, their all-improv revue that will leave you coming back again and again — because no two shows are the same! And… welcome back the return of our 5 PM Saturdays shows starting in 2026!

Improv Classes

Our classes are great for more than just learning to be funny. They help with confidence building, public speaking, making connections, and communication.
(And you might just become very funny in the process…)

What’s On

Upcoming Shows

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Lost In Boston

Wednesdays
This all-improv comedy revue brings together Boston’s comedy elite — the city’s fastest minds and funniest performers — plus surprise guests who are guaranteed to bring the house down. No script required: just pure, unpredictable comedy created in the moment inspired by audience interactions and suggestions. read more
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Main Stage Show: North End Justifies the Means

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
The Main Stage is ringing in the new year with a return of their hit revue, The North End Justifies the Means. Never been to Improv Asylum? Come see why we've repeatedly been voted Boston's Best Comedy! read more
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Raunch

Saturdays
Improv Asylum gathers late-night to perform some adults-only improv that needs to be seen to be believed! Raunch is the end of our Main Stage cast’s week, a chance for them to take their suits off, grab a drink, and do some truly uncensored improv. read more

Galentine's Day

For one night only, all of the women of Improv Asylum’s casts — Main Stage, NXT, and Hen House — unite on one stage for a Galentine’s Day comedy event inspired by the greatest non-holiday holiday of all time, created by the legendary Leslie Knope.

Valentine's Day

Celebrate with Improv Asylum’s Main Stage cast and a night of flirty, fast-paced sketch and improv inspired by love, dating, and everything in between. These shows sell out every year, so grab tickets early and make it a Valentine’s Day worth laughing about.

Boston's Theater of Magic

Welcome to Boston’s exclusive night of magic and illusion!
WINNER! Trip Advisor 2025 Traveler’s Choice Award
“A jaw dropping trip to the golden age of magic” – 7NEWS

Improv is for everyone

Take a Class

Whether you’re trying improv for the first time or are a professional actor looking to add to your repertoire of skills – our improv classes can help you achieve your goals.

 Students looking for the perfect alternative to traditional adult education classes are going to love our training center. Improve your public speaking skills, develop your comedic voice, and meet new people. 

Trust and believe… you’re going to have an absolute blast! We’ve been named Boston’s Best Comedy Classes for years. Find out why!

Real Testimonials
from Real Students!

“My instructors were so great…very knowledgeable, encouraging, supportive and so fun!
My favorite time of the week!”

“Great instructor, really challenged me to grow but created a comfortable space and never made me feel out there on my own.”

“Thank you for inspiring us to take risks and have fun.”

My favorite part of being in the Trianing Center? The general camaraderie, it’s just fun. 10/10 would recommend it to a friend.

“I’m really grateful for this experience.”

Improv Asylum

Experience Comedy

About Us

Our comedy mayhem started back in 1997 at the old Hard Rock Cafe on Clarendon Street in Boston. Here we are, over 25 years later!

Private Events

You and your group come to us, or we travel to you. Either way, prepare your guests, team or whatever for an unforgettable experience they’ll be laughing about for a long time.

Asylum Team Building

Find out how we use the principles of improv comedy to work with organizations of all sizes around the world!