Battle of the Improv All-Stars 2026

Battle of the Improv All-Stars puts Brave New Workshop, a Minneapolis comedy institution, on stage. BNW keeps up a year-round schedule of original sketch comedy and improvisation revues, staying true to a satirical tradition that reaches back decades. Audiences can expect characters, games, and quick-witted scenes built in the moment.

Founded by circus performer Dudley Riggs, the company has deep roots in the Twin Cities and now operates as a Resident Theatre of Hennepin Theatre Trust. For visitors, it’s a chance to see a locally beloved troupe in its home venue, with the evening built entirely around ensemble improv and sketch.