A nice place for a private event in Melbourne, Fl
According to their website, Funky Dog is "...a nonprofit improv comedy troupe and theater based in Melbourne, FL. As a 501(c)(3) organization." Their stated mission is to bring improv education, performances, and artistic collaboration to the community. It is located near downtown Melbourne and is pretty easy to find as it is one of the locations that opens onto the north side of Eau Gallie where the road splits right next to the bridge. I consider that there is limited parking. Their website shows a lot that was full when we arrived and I ended up parking on the street. Even though the venue seems to host a wide range of improv performances, from classic short-form games to long-form storytelling and themed nights, I visited for a private event, the Melbourne Independent Film Festival Replay. Aaron, the staff who took care of us was professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to make everything run smoothly. From helping set up the films that we were there to see to selling drinks at the intermission. It is an intimate affair with a stage to the right as you enter with a series of tables and chairs that can be configured as needed for any affair. We were there in full daylight and they had blackout type curtains that did a pretty good job of keeping the sunlight out and the street sounds down. Overall, it was a very nice experience and I would suggest using it for future events. read more