Homegrown Improv in Dayton, OH

We are Dayton's premier long-form improv joint. Our improvisors have all been trained in-house (see our classes!), bringing humor and laughter from all around the Miami Valley. We may ask for a word, a place, an imagined title, or a personal story. What you’ll get is a unique experience, never to be performed again. That’s improv. We also have our extremely popular improvised musicals (featuring the Black Box Band) where all music and lyrics are created on the spot. They are magic. For your enjoyment, we have a bar (see our bar menu!) with drinks and snacks. 

We hope to see you soon!

500+

STUDENTS & ALUMNI

4

NIGHTS OF SHOWS A WEEK

100%

FUNNY
Shows
Live improv comedy shows every Weds - Sat. Your suggestion helps create the show! There are no scripts, creating a completely unique experience every single time!
Classes
Improv classes are a great way to improve public speaking skills, overcome shyness, meet new friends, and more! It’ll be the highlight of your week!
Private Events
Spice up your next event with an improv comedy show brought to you by Black Box Improv. We’ll bring the funny to you and we can customize our format to fit your needs!

The Reviews Are In!

"A treasure in the Dayton region, something unique and extremely enjoyable.  Highly recommend going in on a weekend and enjoying the fun atmosphere."
- Jason H.
"Professional level performances in Dayton. Can't beat that!"
​- Sydney B.
"The Black Box Theater is a great way to unwind, meet friends, be accepted, get involved, laugh alot, and have a wonderfully enjoyable evening.  The classes are challenging and exhilarating.  The Black Box Theater experience is a irresistible delight that will keep you coming back again and again."
​- Pete S.

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