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!
Professor Merryweather’s Time-Traveling Improv Show
featuring Purgatorium
April 25th 7:30pm
Professor Merryweather's Time-Traveling Improv Show
Your favorite time-traveling huckster, Professor Merryweather is back on the stage with his merry band of improvisors from across time! This one of a kind improv show takes you on a tour of history where you could see scenes from Revolutionary America, the 90s, or even Pirate Times!
Purgatorium
Every soul as some goodin them and deserves redemption. Help us decide which ones are ready to go to the paradise and the ones who need more time in the Purgatorium.
*Doors are locked 15 minutes after the show begins.
Rivertown
featuring Fractal
April 26th 7:30pm
Rivertown
Enjoy a slice of Americana from your favorite small town, Rivertown! Something new is coming to town, meet the locals and find out what they have to say about it.
Fractal
Fractal starts the night with a multiverse of realities colliding on stage to create an explosion of infinite comedy.
*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
StarShow: The Fourth Awakens
An Improvised Night of Star Wars
Sunday, May 4th - 7:00pm
Ootini! It's the unofficial Star Wars holiday and it's a time to celebrate! The Interchange Players will put on a show to honor the magic that happens in a galaxy far far away.
In addition to an improvised adventure, we'll be having trivia and social drinks!
Starting the night we welcome to the stage stand-up comics Erik Koconis and Alecia Altstaetter!
*Doors are locked 15 minutes after the show begins.
Education Corner
Four weeks to study one amazing form… The Armando!
Class begins April 23rd!
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.
Apply TODAY!
Applications are now being accepted. The deadline to apply is Thursday, May 29th.
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.