The Interchange is Milwaukee’s first cooperatively run improv theater. Community owned and operated for comedy fans everywhere.
Milwaukee’s new home for longform improv
THIS WEEK!
THIS WEEK!
The Fake Housewives of Milwaukee
featuring Palindrome
Friday, September 12th│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?
Palindrome
Scenes that expand, contract, and go forward and back again. Palindrome takes you on an loop of fun.
*Doors are locked 15 minutes after the show begins.
Swiftprov AND Cringe
Saturday, September 13th│ 7:30pm
Swiftprov
Calling all Swfities! An enchanting night of improv based on randomly selected Taylor Swift songs & stories from audience members related to each song. Costumes & friendship bracelets strongly encouraged!
Cringe
The dating app game show! Potential couples go on dates and we will find out if it’s a match, or if it’s cringeworthy.
*Doors are locked 15 minutes after the show begins.
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!
Thursday night starting at 7pm
COMING SOON
Voices of the Animal Kingdom
October 4th from 3pm - 8pm
During QWERTYFest!
An interactive performance piece featuring a rotating crew of over 15 comedians, writers and biologists — each representing an animal they've thoroughly researched. Visitors choose one burning question (about anything) before instantly receiving an insightful array of bizarre animal prose clacked live on typewriters. Open to all ages. During Milwaukee's typewriter festival, "QWERTYFEST MKE."
For more info on QWERTYFEST, check out their website: https://www.qwertyfest.com/
Education Corner
The FALL Semester starts soon at the Interchange Theater! Start your journey, or continue your journey, into fun, comedy, game, group-mind, and team work! Levels 1-4 lead by our amazing staff of teachers will lead you forward.
Classes will be the week of September 8th and run for eight weeks with each class getting a Student Showcase!
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.
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.