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MADISON'S BEST

 

We are EXCITED to announce a that Monkey Business Institute has won a 2010 "Madison's Best" Award from Madison Magazine.  We are currently hanging it on the wall with our "best Comedy/Improv" Isthmus readers poll award for 2009. 
Come to see us Friday's at the Glass Nickel East and see what all the fuss is about.
Friday 8pm (seating 7:30), Glass Nickel East. 
To our fans...  THANK YOU!!!!   
  

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Experienced Improvisors

You can hire the Monkey Business Institute for your next company party, corporate meeting or any other gathering! We can come to a location of your choosing. We've traveled all over the state (and across the country) to perform! Just drop us a line and we'll supply you with all the details you need - including references. Our performers have well over 100 years of combined improv and performing experience, so you can rest assured we know what we're doing!

If you've been tricked into hiring the entertainment for your next company party, or you're tired of the same boring corporate conventions, contact the Monkey Business Institute!

 
Every Friday - Extra Improv on Your Pizza

That's right Madison, the Glass Nickel on Atwood is the home of the Monkey Business Institute!  Come and enjoy a tasty pizza and laugh until beer shoots out your nose. This wonderful combination of experiences is only available at the Glass Nickel Pizza  2916 Atwood ave.

 

Come see the Monkey Business Show at the Glass Nickel Improv Lounge

 

EVERY FRIDAY at 8pm (seating 7:30), $8.  We do not sell tickets in advance so please make sure to come early!

 
Different Show Each Time!

No two improv shows are the same - ever.  Our shows are formed by your suggestions.  Come by and help us make our next show awesome.

 
Can't Get Enough Improv? Go Out-On-A-Limb!

The Glass Nickel is also the home of the Monkey Business Institute's newest performance group, "Out-On-A-Limb-Prov."   This new group is made of some very talented, energetic, and funny improvisors. Shows will run the second Sunday of the month.  Check our calendar for the next show!

 
We Invite You to Register

.... What's in it for you?  Website registration is free -- and it allows you to comment on articles.  You'll have your own profile space where you can upload an avatar, accept comments (and post comments on other people's profiles), and share your own links.  And if you'd like to keep up with our our goings-on via email, just follow this link to register for the Monkey Business Institute newsletter.

 
Monkey Business for Your Business!

The Monkey Business Institute would be a perfect fit for your next corporate training event!  However, we're a bit different than other trainers or speakers - we don't have workshops, The Monkey Business Institute has Playshops! After all, a workshop sounds too much like work.  Our Playshops focus on building stronger communication, better listening, boosting creativity, and having fun. You tell us what you want to achieve, and we create a class (or series of classes) to accomplish that goal.

Location: If you've got the room, we can come to you. If not, we'll help find a suitable classroom.

Duration: From keynote presentations to six hour Monkey Business Institute Playshops, you tell us what the schedule allows. We can even break a six-hour playshop into bite-size pieces that leave you coming back for seconds and thirds!

Design: Tell us what you're looking to learn, and we'll insert those lessons into your Monkey Business Institute Playshop. Whether you're looking to give better service (and receive gracious tips), or you're a part of a sales force and want to see rejection in a whole new light (or not at all) - we'll customize your results!

Clients include:

  • Harley Davidson
  • St. Mary's Hospital
  • YMCA
  • National Emu Association
  • University of Wisconsin Society of Women Engineers
  • The Credit Union National Association
  • Wisconsin Dept of Commerce
  • Educators Credit Union
  • Wisconsin Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Midwest Family Broadcasting
  • Park Bank
  • Spectrum Brands
  • U.S. Naval ROTC
  • Platco
  • And others!
  • References available upon request.

     
    Improv Classes

    Here are MIB’s class offerings for fall 2010. Brad Knight, our experienced and well-loved instructor, will be teaching all classes. Times and descriptions listed below.
     
    Level I -- Introduction to Improv.
    Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm. September 22-November 3.
    Learn the fundamentals of Improv, including scenework, mime, character work, story structure and the formats of classic Improv games. This class culminates in a performance for family and friends. 21 hours of instruction time, plus class show and class party. No prior experience of any kind required.
     
    Level II -- Advanced Improv Fundamentals.
    Tuesdays 6:30-9:30pm.  September 21-November 2.
    This class gives you the opportunity to expand your technique, hone skills gained in Level I, and learn new formats and games. 21 hours of instruction time, plus class show and class party. Prerequisite: Completion of MBI’s Level I Class (limited exceptions granted by Brad Knight only.)
     
    The cost for each class is $200, paid on, or prior, to the first day of class. 

    Special Topics: Musical Improv. Monday Nights, Sept 20-Nov 1, 6:30-9:30.

    What so many of you have have demanded is here -- an whirlwind tour of the rich and magical world of Musical Improv! You'll learn how to make up songs, play within music genres, improvise music in groups, and tell stories with song. No previous singing experience required (and you don't have to be a "good" singer either).  Andrew Rohn will be on keys with us for the whole journey!

    Completion of Level I required. Completion of Level II preferred. If class is beyond capacity, preference may be given to those who have completed Level II or higher. Cost: $250.

    Tuition Specials:
     
    Early Bird Special: Students providing payment by September 1 receive $10 off tuition.
     
    Two Heads are Better Than One Special: (Level I Only): Sign up with a friend, and you both get $10 of tuition.
    This can be combined with the Early Bird Special.
     
    Spread the Improv-Love Special: Students taking Level II or higher will receive $20 for each student they refer to Level I who takes the class (this discount can be used multiple times. refer ten students, get a free class!) Can be combined with the Early Bird Special.
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