Unexpected Productions

Unexpected Productions is a live comedy theater located in the heart of Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington. Known for its improvisational performances, the theater offers a variety of shows, including the long-running 'TheatreSports' where teams compete in comedic games. The venue is situated at 1428 Post Alley, right next to the iconic Gum Wall, making it a convenient stop for market visitors. The experience is interactive and spontaneous, with audience suggestions shaping the performance. What makes it distinctive is its commitment to improv as an art form, with shows that are different every night. The intimate setting allows for a close connection between performers and audience, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.

Don't miss

• Watch a TheatreSports match, where two teams compete in improv games for laughs.
• Participate in the show by shouting out suggestions that the performers use on stage.
• Visit the nearby Gum Wall, a quirky Seattle landmark covered in chewed gum.
• Explore Pike Place Market before or after the show for fresh produce, crafts, and food.
• Take an improv workshop if you want to learn the basics of improvisation.

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Know before you go

• Arrive at least 15 minutes early to get good seats, as the theater is small and fills up quickly.
• Don't forget to snap a photo at the Gum Wall before or after the show, it's a unique photo op.
• Pike Place Market has countless food stalls; grab a bite at the famous Pike Place Chowder or Beecher's Handmade Cheese.
• Cash is accepted at the box office, but cards are also welcome. Some market vendors may be cash-only.

A bit of history

Unexpected Productions was founded in 1983 and has been a staple of Seattle's theater scene ever since. It is one of the longest-running improv theaters in the United States, located in the historic Pike Place Market since its inception.