Update: Tempe Improv is closed effective June 1, 2012.
The Improv in Tempe, Arizona is part of a larger network of comedy clubs located throughout the United States that got its start in New York City in 1963. At that time the vision was for a place where Broadway performers could meet after their shows to eat, drink coffee and sing. A year later, a comedian decided to try out some new material on stage at the Improv and the beginnings of this legendary club, where every comedian wants to perform, truly began. The long list of stars that debuted at the Improv in New York is impressive.
Expansion started in 1975 with the second Improv on Melrose in Hollywood. In the 1980s new locations were opened in San Diego, San Francisco, Brea, Irvine, Washington D.C., Dallas, Addison, Cleveland, Miami, Las Vegas, Reno and London, England as well as our own Tempe, Arizona club.
At Tempe Improv you'll see both local comedians and big-name, nationally known stars. All genres of comedy are covered here -- clean, not-so-clean, Latino, blue collar and more. Shows at Tempe Improv are 18+ only. Patrons under 21 years of age will be seated in a dry section at the club.
About Tempe ImprovTempe Improv Street Address
930 E. University Drive
Tempe, AZ 85281
Tempe Improv General Phone Number
480-921-9877
Show schedule
One show on Thursdays, typically at 7:30 p.m.
Two shows on Fridays: typically at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Two shows on Saturdays: typically at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
One show on Sundays, typically at 7:30 p.m.
How to Get Tickets for Tempe Improv Comedy Shows
1. Online (service charge)
2. By phone to 480-921-9877 (service charge).
3. At the box office, Tuesday through Saturday.
Tempe Improv Online
tempeimprov.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tempeimprov
Twitter: @tempeimprov
Food and Beverage at Tempe Improv
Tempe Improv has a full food and beverage menu, and a large variety of snacks/appetizers if dinner isn't in your plans. There is a two item minimum at this club, any combination of food and drinks works.
Directions to Tempe Improv
Tempe Improv is located in Tempe, Arizona near Arizona State University. It's in a commercial development on the northeast corner of Rural Road and University Drive. The closest highways are the Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway (exit Scottsdale Road and drive south. It becomes Rural Road on the other side of the bridge) and the Loop 101 Price Freeway (exit at University and drive west on University to Rural). It is also accessible by METRO Light Rail and is just steps away from the Rural Road and University Drive station. .
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