The Improv Project includes school and community-based programs for public school students in metro Detroit and professional development courses for educators across Michigan. Our teaching artists travel to schools and other nonprofit partners throughout Southeast Michigan to teach improv where children learn, live, and play. In 2020, we expanded our program to reach students online through The Improv Project at Home. In 2024, our educator programs were approved for professional learning hours (SCECH) in Michigan. 

The youth syllabus spans ten weeks and includes time to work on a group project. A team of teaching artists leads each session, using improv games and exercises to cover a specific improv principle. We emphasize working together, being creative, and having fun! There is also time during class for students to reflect on how improv connects to specific life skills like empathy. Educator programs include workshops and a 12-credit leadership course. 

How you can use this website. Find an overview of key improv topics below and under Lessons/At a Glance. Choose a specific lesson to find demonstration videos and downloadable materials. Follow the link to Our Team to meet the teaching artists who lead The Improv Project classes.

To receive information about our youth programs or courses for educators, complete the form on the Contact page or email us at [email protected].