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Friday, May 22, 2026

THIS WEEKEND'S SHOWS at TUCSON IMPROV MOVEMENT

 

TUCSON IMPROV MOVEMENT

TIM Comedy Theater  ·  414 E 9th Street, Tucson, AZ 85705  ·  tucsonimprov.com

 

 

🛎️ THIS WEEKEND'S SHOWS

 

Weekly Update  ·  May 21, 2026

 

 

 

🎪  IMPROVATHON: CARNIVAL OF COMEDY

27 Nonstop Hours  ·  Full Schedule Now Live!

The countdown is on for this year's Improvathon: Carnival of Comedy! The full schedule is now live — performances, workshops, and all kinds of comedy chaos packed across 27 nonstop hours at the theater.

  Family Block — Saturday, May 30, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 

–  10:00 AM — Pretendy Time: interactive family improv show where kids jump in alongside performers

–  11:00 AM — Tootpole: A Musical Comedy Extravaganza — energetic musical improv fun for all ages

 

    View the Full Improvathon Schedule  →  tucsonimprov.com

 

This Saturday night at 7:30 PM, TIM is also trying out something brand new with Duo Madness — featuring some of our most beloved duo teams in a fresh addition to the show calendar. With only two people on stage, every choice matters, and the result is hilarious. We're excited to see these performers bring the laughs.

 

 

THIS WEEKEND'S SHOWS

 

 

Friday Night

6:30 PM

Improv Jam — Come try improv in a fun, safe environment!

7:30 PM

The Soapbox  w/ Julian Pradeep

8:30 PM

Comedy Kiki

 

Saturday Night

6:30 PM

Comedy Happy Hour

7:30 PM

Duo Madness  NEW

8:30 PM

Roll for Initiative + 4th Avenue Confessions

 

Sunday Matinee

2:00 PM

No Show

 

Secure Your Seats at This Weekend's Shows  →  tucsonimprov.com

 

 

FEATURED SHOW

 

 

 

Friday  ·  7:30 PM

The Soapbox  w/ Julian Pradeep

 

(Re)telling Tucson's Story

Born 'down under' in Australia, Julian's life has been an ongoing adventure. Before landing in Tucson four years ago, he spent most of his childhood in Seattle, lived in Atlanta, and even tried Boston for a short period. By day, Julian works as a hospital physical therapist, and when he's not saving lives, he's an avid traveler who has visited over 15 countries. He's been trying to escape the day-to-day his whole life and has found the perfect outlet as a company member at TIM. Offstage, you can find him hiking, volunteering, exploring new food spots, or enjoying a cozy rom-com with his wife.

Everyone has a story to tell. Four short and personal stories from our special guest will inspire Tucson's premier improv comedy team.

💡 Improv Jam at 6:30 PM before The Soapbox — free to try, just $5 to stay for the show!

 

 

THIS OR THAT  —  HOLLY HILTON

 

 

Years doing improv: 9 years   ·   Teams: Comedy Happy Hour  ·  4th Avenue Confessions  ·  TIMe Machine  ·  Game Show Show

 

Short Form

vs.

Long Form

Monoscene

vs.

Montage

Two-Person Scene

vs.

Group Game

Playing the Hero

vs.

Playing the Villain

Big Characters

vs.

Grounded Reality

Fast Edits

vs.

Slow Burns

Pun

vs.

Pratfalls

Pre-show Hype

vs.

Pre-show Quiet Focus

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

vs.

Saturday Night Live

 

 

 

UPCOMING CLASSES

 

 

Improv Comedy 101

with Alec Young

Wednesday, July 15th

 

Improv Comedy 201

with Sean Bottai

Tuesday, May 26th

 

Stand Up & Sketch

Coming Soon!

 

Register for Classes  →  tucsonimprov.com

 

 

Tucson Improv Movement  ·  414 E 9th Street  ·  Tucson, AZ 85705

justin@tucsonimprov.com  ·  tucsonimprov.com

 

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TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/

 

 

SPEND YOUR SUMMER DANCING with Ballet Tucson

 

BALLET TUCSON

200 S Tucson Blvd  ·  Tucson, AZ 85716  ·  ballettucson.org

 

 

SPEND YOUR SUMMER DANCING WITH US

Celebrating 40 Years of Excellence in Dance Training

  Register by May 29 

 

 

This summer, Ballet Tucson celebrates 40 years of excellence in dance training with three outstanding programs for dancers of all ages and experience levels. From young beginners to seasoned adults, there is a place for you in our studios this summer.

 

 

 

🩰  Summer Workshop

June 1 – 27, 2026  ·  Ages 9 – 20  ·  4-Week Intensive

Our annual Summer Workshop takes place June 1–27 in cooperation with the University of Arizona School of Dance. Dancers ages 9–20 train with exceptional faculty and guest artists in a rigorous 4-week intensive, culminating in a final performance at the Stevie Eller Dance Theatre. Video audition submissions are still being accepted for dancers outside Southern Arizona.

    Register for Summer Workshop →  ballettucson.org/school/workshops/summer-workshop

 

GUEST FACULTY

Angelina Ramirez

Flamenco Artist — AR Flamenco

 

Madison Taylor

Ballet West · Pacific Northwest Ballet

 

Brittany DeGroft

American Ballet Theatre

 

Health & Wellness:  Jess Spinner  (The Whole Dancer) — Nationally recognized Health, Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach

 

 

 

🌟  Kids Dance Camp

Ages 3 – 9  ·  Weekly Sessions  ·  Perfect for Beginners

Our Kids Dance Camp is the perfect introduction to the world of dance for children ages 3–9! Each week, campers enjoy a fun-filled schedule combining creativity, movement, and education. Our caring instructors foster a nurturing environment where children can express themselves, make friends, and experience the joy of dance.

Each week includes:

–  A ballet class designed to inspire confidence while building coordination and rhythm

–  Snack time to recharge and socialize

–  Craft activities that double as costumes for the final performance

–  A movie tied to the week's theme

–  Rehearsals and an exciting performance at the end of the week

    Register for Kids Dance Camp →  ballettucson.org/school/workshops/kids-dance-camp

 

 

 

 

💃  Adult Summer Workshop

Teens & Adults  ·  Monday – Friday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Our Adult Summer Workshop offers teen and adult students the chance to explore their passion for dance. Whether you're a beginner, have been training for years, or are seeking to rediscover a skill from long ago, we offer a variety of classes that will uplift and inspire while building strength and fitness.

Program details:

–  Two classes per day (2 hours total per evening)

–  Enrollment options: one week, two weeks, or individual classes

–  Classes offered: Ballet (beginning & intermediate), Classical Variations, Modern, Tap, and Flamenco with Angelina Ramirez

    Register for Adult Summer Workshop →  ballettucson.org/school/workshops/adult-summer-workshop

 

 

 

SUPPORT BALLET TUCSON

Keep the magic of dance alive in our community.

Ballet Tucson is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit — all donations are tax-deductible.

Make a Gift  →  ballettucson.org

 

 

Ballet Tucson  ·  200 S Tucson Blvd  ·  Tucson, AZ 85716

tickets@ballettucson.org  ·  ballettucson.org

Photos by Sarah Wilkerson

 

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TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/

 

 

This Weekend at Unscrewed Theater

 

UNSCREWED THEATER

4500 E Speedway Blvd  ·  Tucson, AZ 85712  ·  unscrewedtheater.org

 

 

GAME SHOWS, SPACE FARCE &

UNCENSORED SHENANIGANS

This Weekend at Unscrewed Theater

 

 

This weekend at Unscrewed Theater is stacked with comedy chaos across multiple galaxies. From fast-paced house team improv to our wildly popular game show and a Star Wars-themed adventure, there is something for everyone — and a little too much for some.

 

 

FRIDAY NIGHT

 

🎭  Friday  ·  7:30 PM

Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed

Our house team hits the stage with fast-paced, fully improvised comedy and the kind of scenes that absolutely should not work… but somehow do.

  🎟  Get Tickets → unscrewedtheater.org

 

 

🎤  Friday  ·  9:00 PM

Make Me Laugh!

Our wildly ridiculous game show returns with special contestants straight from Retro Game Show Night. Expect strange challenges, questionable strategy, dramatic overreactions, and at least one moment where someone wonders how their life led them here.

  🎟  Get Tickets → unscrewedtheater.org

 

Featured Contestants:  Chatty Kathee  ·  Swish Manley  ·  Oasis Kimmelman

 

 

 

SATURDAY NIGHT

 

🌌  Saturday  ·  7:30 PM

May The Farce Be With You

Our most popular themed show returns! A fully improvised Star Wars-inspired adventure featuring players from all of our house teams. New heroes, suspicious space villains, awkward droids, and absolutely no copyright lawyers in sight.

  🎟  Get Tickets → unscrewedtheater.org

 

 

🔥  Saturday  ·  9:00 PM

NBOJU Uncensored

Late-night improv for adults only. The gloves come off. The filters disappear. Someone will probably make a terrible decision — and we support them completely.

  🎟  Get Tickets → unscrewedtheater.org

 

⚠️  Adults only  ·  18+ event

 

 

 

ALSO THIS WEEK

 

🎓  Monday  ·  6:30 PM

Improv Drop-In

Join us in person or online for open drop-in improv. All skill levels welcome — come play, experiment, and sharpen your instincts.

  🎟  Get Tickets → unscrewedtheater.org

 

 

 

READY TO JUMP ON STAGE?

Enrollment is open now for upcoming improv classes.

8-Week Improv Basics

with Adrienne

8 Weeks  ·  Enrollment Open Now

 

6-Week Musical Improv Blox

with Cy

6 Weeks  ·  Enrollment Open Now

 

Learn to think faster, listen better, build confidence, and occasionally sing about sandwiches under pressure. Sign up online at unscrewedtheater.org.

 

 

 

Unscrewed Theater  ·  4500 E Speedway Blvd  ·  Tucson, AZ 85712

elyssa@unscrewedtheater.org  ·  unscrewedtheater.org

 

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TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/