INTERCHANGE THEATER
MILWAUKEE’S HOME FOR LONGFORM IMPROV
The Interchange is Milwaukee’s first cooperatively run improv theater. Community owned and operated for comedy fans everywhere.
THIS WEEK!
THIS WEEK!
ExMachina: Sci-Fi Improv featuring Back 2 School & Career Day
March 26th│7:30pm
Ex Machina
The Galactic Council (YOU) is sending the crew of the Ex Machina on a mission. What dangers are in store for our crew? Whatever it is, it will probably get blown up real good! Welcome aboard the Ex Machina!
If you like live comedy and any beloved sci fi media, then this is the improv comedy show for you! Imagine Star Trek, Star Wars, Galaxy Quest, or really anything to do with SPACE and couple it with a wily cast of characters on a mission across the cosmos!
DuoProv Teams
Back 2 School with Chris Goode & Josh Randall
Career Day with Astrid Bartlett & Matt Wesoloski
*Doors are locked 15 minutes after the show begins.
The Fake Housewives of Milwaukee
featuring Der Champions and PampelMess
March 27th│7:30pm
The Fake Housewives of Milwaukee
Get ready to shout BRAVO! Follow the drama, jealously, self-promotion, and DRAMA as the Fake Housewives start up a new franchise in a new location every show. You suggest it, we housewife it. Just like Pitbull, we’re worldwide-but with more narcissism. What city do you want us to botch next?
Der Champions with Scott Palmersheim and Erin
PampelMess with John Poelking and Lexi Alioto
It is very good improv fun yay? Yay!
*Doors are locked 15 minutes after the show begins.
Deanna Ortiz: Funny Slut
March 28th│8:00pm
A solo show by Deanna Ortiz, the only person to watch p*rn everyday for 5 years and become better because of it.
In Funny Slut, Deanna tells the hilarious and unexpectedly heartfelt story of working in social media for the adult entertainment industry, where she learned to embrace chaos, confidence, and inner hot girl all while replying “Thanks babe!” to strangers in the comments.
The Open Jam/Open Mic
The Interchange Theater Co-op stage is OPEN and ready for you to play! This special blend of an open mic and open jam keeps the fun going. Do improv with new friends, try out your latest set, have fun!
And if you just want to enjoy the comedy, grab a drink and have a blast!
SUNDAY nights starting at 6pm on January 11th
COMING SOON
NEW SHOW ALERT!
The High Ground
April 2nd│7:30pm
The Highground
Three teams of improvisors take to the stage to climb the heights of comedic glory. But at the end of the night, only one can hold The High Ground.
*Doors are locked 15 minutes after the show begins.
SPECIAL OFFERING
Learn the basics to start your standup journey from veteran comedian and instructor Deanna Ortiz.
New Voices Improv Comedy Scholarship
The New Voices Improv Comedy Scholarship is now open! This scholarship is intended for individuals new to the Interchange Theater and applies to all long-form classes, Levels 1-5.
The application is open to all. LGBTQIA+ identifying members, disabled persons, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Please reach out to education with any questions at education@interchangetheater.com.
Please check back for our Summer Semester.
Friends of the Interchange
The Interchange Theater Co-op is a community owned and operated theater. So we do more than improv. We are proud to work with the following organizations and host their amazing work.
Plan Your Visit
Where to Park
The Interchange Theater is located in Milwaukee’s beautiful and historic Westown. There are a few parking spaces available directly in front of the theater, but there are plenty of parking spaces available in the immediate area around the theater.
On the map you’ll see highlighted spots on 10th and 9th Streets as well as Michigan Avenue.
Become an Owner of the Co-op!
As a Co-op, you have the opportunity to be an owner of the Interchange Theater! Just about anyone can be an owner. Buy your share today and take part in the Milwaukee Improv Community.
Our Mission
The Interchange Theater Cooperative’s mission is to celebrate improvisational live theater in Southeastern WI by fostering a strong safe and inclusive environment where artists and audiences of all backgrounds can come to learn, practice, and enjoy their craft. As a community owned entity, we are dedicated to promoting diversity, tolerance, and laughter wherever we can.
Support the Interchange Theater Today
Donations to the Interchange Theater help provide the support needed to help us, the organization and the performers as we build this new theater community. Thank you.