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    Jest Improv

    4.9 (16 reviews)
    Open • 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Ashley B.

    Let's set the scene: it's a pandemic, and our plucky heroine has suffered an unexpected heartbreak in her home of Austin Texas, where she's been performing improv for the past 7 years. Unable to stay, she packs up her broken heart and moves to California's beautiful central coast. It's lovely, it's healing, but the stage is calling to her. It's not quite home until she finds her group, and luckily, she's found JEST. The group is young and full of energy. They're fearless and while for some of the group (not including our fearless leaders, Tron and Alex) are experiencing improv for the first time, the passion and talent are palpable. All levels of experience come together to build each other up. Jest knows that a rising tide lifts all ships and they do everything in their power to bring everyone up to the same level. As a part of the performing group, this is the most supportive and truly fun group I've ever been a part of. As someone who was new to the group but not the craft, I was welcomed in immediately. I've made some amazing friends, and never once felt like an outsider. Each person in the group brings a new strength, everyone leaves their ego at the door, and it makes for exceptional performances--on par with groups that have been together for years. They offer beginner and drop in classes, as well as advanced lessons for those with experience. The teachers work hard to make a safe and supportive space where potential improvisers can not only learn but practice in front of a group. This is the best improv school in the area, prices are reasonable, and the people just cannot be beat. Hang out with us, and make the JEST friends you've ever had!

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    Very fun! Nice people, cozy environment in the "basement" , reasonable admission, casual hang to enjoy a show!

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    2 years ago

    Great improv, wonderful cast and lots of energy and fun. Now I can't wait for the second half!

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    2 years ago

    Great shows and funny as hell cast great entertainment. Nice energy and funny sketchs would 10000999 percent recommend

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    2 years ago

    A very fun date night for me and my boyfriend! My face hurts from laughing, it was a very unique experience.

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