BATS Improv is a professional theatre company and an artistic community that cultivates and innovates the craft of improvised theatre through engaging, playful, creative performance and training.

Founded in 1986, we are the most highly acclaimed and longest-running improvised theatre company and school in San Francisco and all of Northern California.

BATS Improv plays a crucial role in cultivating and advancing the art of improvised theatre through captivating performances and comprehensive training programs. Our mission is to engage, educate, entertain, astonish, and motivate. We bring the magic of improv to life, creating a vibrant community and making a positive impact on the world. Your support is critical in enabling us to continue our important work. Now, more than ever, we rely on the generous contributions of our fundraisers and their supporters to help us thrive and grow. Together, we can make a lasting difference in our community and beyond. Thank you for your invaluable support!

With your help, we can bring the transformative power of improv to communities that would otherwise not afford to see a show or take a class.

For in-kind donations, volunteering, grant opportunities, or corporate sponsorships, please email us at director@improv.org.

Why the World Needs BATS

By BATS Improv

Why the World Needs BATS

Life is improvised!