Pride Improv Jam!

Highwire Improv's mission is to build and foster a community that brings all of Baltimore to the world through improvisational theater, and an organization that brings the best of the world to Baltimore. We envision a world where everyone feels included, heard, and represented without regard to race, gender, or orientation.What sort of events do we host?  Amazing live improv theater shows (comedic and dramatic) and classes and workshops that teach you the joy, craft, and magic of improv!All classes and workshops are for participants  ages 18 and older unless otherwise specified.

Highwire Improv

An all-levels pride improv jam!  Members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies are welcome for a few hours of improv fun!  First timers OK!

Red Emma's Bookstore Coffeehouse

Drop-Ins and Jams

Drop-ins and jams are a great way to add a little more improv to your life!  These events are standalone, focused on giving folks a place to play and practice, and are generally best suited for people with at least a little bit of experience.

Intro  to Improv Workshops

Ready to give improv a try?  Check out one of our FREE workshops, designed to give you an amazing, low-stress, very fun introduction to improv in just two hours!  Program supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council.

Pride 2025!

Check out all the fun things we have going on for Pride!

Join Highwire Improv at the Red Emma's Free School space for a welcoming, affirming, and fun improv jam for all levels! This will be a low-stress jam experience for improvisers of all levels! We'll do introductions, a boundaries check-in, some fun improv warmups to get the mind and body ready, and then we'll do a range of improv exercises and games, and some long-form sets! The jam will run from 2pm-4pm. Folks who wish to just observe are also welcome!All participants are required to follow the Highwire Improv <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dT73LI5LZjWcVzMrw77MbgXKU8mhT8n_qPhIMMCgTQ8/edit" title="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dT73LI5LZjWcVzMrw77MbgXKU8mhT8n_qPhIMMCgTQ8/edit" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Code of Conduct</a> and arrive on-time to make sure that we can align on how we'll hold space for one another.The jam is free, but registration is requested so that we know how many people are planning to attend and can ensure we stay within the room capacity.As detailed previously, in-person events at Highwire Improv are only recommended for those individuals who have been vaccinated against COVID-19.About your facilitator: Jess Robey (she/her) discovered her passion for improv comedy six years ago during an intro to improv workshop, and she hasn’t looked back since. Based in Baltimore, Jess has performed at various theaters and spaces in cities across the East Coast.Currently, Jess is a member of several Baltimore improv teams, including Babeprov, Croc Talk, Important Screws, Teen Angst, and the show she produces, Girl Talk.Outside of improv, Jess finds joy in dancing, candle making, and writing. She sees improv as a liberating experience, allowing her to let go, have fun, and feel supported.About Highwire Improv Highwire Improv is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization based in Baltimore, Maryland. Our mission is to steward a community of artists committed to growth, collaboration, joy, and justice — in Baltimore and around the world — through improvisational theater.

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