The Improv Centre hosts THE HEAT – An International Improv Comedy Showcase, January 28 to February 1
Troupes performing include SPIT Manila from the Philippines, New Zealand’s Second Breakfast, Estonia’s Ruutu10, and Zimbabwe’s The Impro Show

SPIT Manila, one of the groups performing at THE HEAT – An International Improv Comedy Showcase.
The Improv Centre on Granville Island presents its second-annual improv comedy festival, THE HEAT – An International Improv Comedy Showcase, from January 28 to February 1.
This comedy festival brings improv troupes from around the world to perform for Vancouver audiences. The talented teams of improvisors include Second Breakfast from Wellington, Aotearoa (New Zealand); Ruutu10 from Tartu, Estonia; The Impro Show from Harare, Zimbabwe; and the return of last year’s festival favourite, SPIT Manila from Manila, Philippines.
The improv troupes will perform nightly alongside performers from The Improv Centre’s ensemble in shows that will light the local comedy scene ablaze. Each show will include short-form games to start, followed by either an international showcase of a visiting troupe’s unique improv style, or an “all-play” with teams working together. Teams will continue to mix and mingle throughout the week until closing night.
Purchase tickets and see a full schedule at The Improv Centre.
Post sponsored by The Improv Centre.
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