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Classes and Shows

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  • Free Class Show: Harold
    Free Class Show: Harold
    May 12, 2026, 8:15 PM – 9:15 PM
    Hackensack Recreation Center, 116 Holt St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
    Two student teams presents the long-form improv structure, Harold, where characters and themes are spontaneously created, then recur in a series of connected scenes. Free admission!
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  • Class Show: Spokane (Free)
    Class Show: Spokane (Free)
    May 14, 2026, 8:15 PM – 9:00 PM
    Hackensack Recreation Center, 116 Holt St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
    Our student teams present the long-form improv structure, Spokane, where a single scene inspires cut-away "spokes" to explore characters, stories, and fun ideas. Free admission!
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  • FREE NYC Gay Improv Class Show: Monologue Deconstruction
    FREE NYC Gay Improv Class Show: Monologue Deconstruction
    May 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Ripley-Grier Studios, 939 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
    Experience the Monologue Deconstruction, the improv form where true stories inspire a series of hilarious improv scenes and characters. Free admission!
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  • NYC Gay Improv Class: Montage
    NYC Gay Improv Class: Montage
    Jun 01, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Ripley-Grier Studios, 939 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
    Master the Montage with NYC Gay Improv. It's a free-style improv form without structure. Learn intermediate and advanced tactics that help players navigate the comedic chaos of a Montage. Eight Mondays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, starting June 8th. Class performance July 20th. (Enrollment: $400)
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  • CLASS: Montage
    CLASS: Montage
    Jun 02, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Hackensack Recreation Center, 116 Holt St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
    In this 8-week class, master the Montage, a free-style improv form without structure. Learn intermediate and advanced tactics that help players navigate the comedic chaos of a Montage. Eight Tuesdays, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, starting June 2nd. Class performance July 21st. (Enrollment: $350)
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  • Howdy Hour Improv Jam
    Howdy Hour Improv Jam
    Multiple Dates
    Jun 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    SideBar Gastropub, 45 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
    Join the monthly Howdy Hour Improv Jam, where you can improvise with members of Howdy Stranger and other players. All experience levels welcome. $10 to play. Free to see.
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  • CLASS: Summer Games
    CLASS: Summer Games
    Jun 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Hackensack Recreation Center, 116 Holt St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
    The ultimate game night! In this 8-week improv class, you'll play different types of improv games while learning tips and tricks to entertain an audience. Eight Thursdays, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, starting June 4th. Class show July 23rd. (Enrollment: $350)
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  • NYC Gay Improv Class: Level One
    NYC Gay Improv Class: Level One
    Jun 08, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Ripley-Grier Studios, 939 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
    Join the new "gay scene" in Hell's Kitchen. In this inclusive 6-week intro class, learn new skills by playing improv games with LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies in a fun, supportive environment. Six Mondays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, starting June 8th. (Enrollment: $300)
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  • CLASS: Improv Principles (Level 1)
    CLASS: Improv Principles (Level 1)
    Jun 08, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Hackensack Recreation Center, 116 Holt St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
    Ready to leap outside of your comfort zone? The journey starts here. Learn or review the principles of improv in this fun and supportive class. Six Mondays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm starting June 8th. All experience levels welcome. (Enrollment: $275)
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  • Improv Comedy Show
    Improv Comedy Show
    Jun 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    Barrymore Film Center, 153 Main St, Fort Lee, NJ 07024, USA
    See the cast of Howdy Stranger in action. Our professional improv shows are completely made up on-the-spot, so be ready to shout suggestions to inspire every scene of this highly interactive and hilarious show. (Tickets: $25-$35)
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