Atlas Improv Company

Madison, United States

3.5

11 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 608-259-9999
Website:
atlasimprov.com
Address:
609 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI, 53703
Williamson - Marquette
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
1.1 miIntercity Buses
1.2 miPark at State
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Bike Parking
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Noise Level
Quiet
Good For Dancing
No
Alcohol
Full Bar
Happy Hour
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Has TV
No

Today

Today –
Local time (Madison) 9:38 AM Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Business hours

Monday –
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Thursday –
Friday 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Saturday 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

Atlas Improv offers weekly shows, private bookings, and workshops.

Fridays: 609 E. Washington Ave., 8 & 10PM

Saturdays: 609 E. Washington Ave., 8 & 10PM

Our 8PM performances is a family friendly show with two teams facing off in a series of games. Our 10PM show is a Showcase featuring three teams sharing the stage. The last Showcase every month features the most exciting new performers. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $ 10 or $ 5 for students. Reservations can be made over the phone at (608) 259‑9999.

We offer private performances and training to fit your organizational needs. We specialize in providing entertainment and training that is customized to fit your budget, organization, and event.

No matter what your skill level, previous experience, or impetus for wanting to learn more about improvisation you will have fun in an Atlas workshop. Workshops take place throughout the year at the 609 E. Washington Ave.

History

Established in 2004.

In the spirit of artistic progress, Comedy Sportz-​Madison disbanded in 2004 to form Atlas Improv. Since then, the troupe has carried on a strong tradition of teaching their craft to the community and local businesses. And, with a focus on experimentation and story-​telling, Atlas has performed countless shows.

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11 reviews of Atlas Improv Company

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Place rating: 4
DeForest, WI
Always a great time. Acts can be hit or miss, but it’s what you get with improv. Overall it’s worth the laughs.
Place rating: 1
Madison, WI
I saw a show tonight and it was about 10% entertaining. The rest of the time was not funny, not engaging, and not well preformed. This is just my opinion, but this improv group is not my groove.
Place rating: 5
London, United Kingdom
Saw a show last night with my wife and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Yes, it’s awkward at times (especially in the beginning) and the venue is very intimate, but I found myself laughing consistently and felt it was very authentic. Plus, at $ 8 a person, it’s a pretty affordable way to start the night. Glad to see more improv in Madison and I have a feeling this is just the start for them.
Place rating: 5
Lansing, IL
At las-​t I’m able to write this review. I was able to catch a show at ten where the crew did a Harold show which was a real hoot. Owl be brief here, but the show really had me cracking up. A red haired fellow was my favorite part. I’ll be sure to come back when me PaPa visits from Italy next month for the last time in his life.
Place rating: 1
Madison, WI
I went to a 10 o’clock show and it was incredibly awkward to say the least. The performers took very long pauses and then would come back with very minimal/​generic responses that did not move the story along at all. They did a monologue game where a character would do a monologue and then it would drive the scene. The monologues were actually sad, which left me wondering if that was intentional or not as I thought the Atlas was comedy improv. This all was true for 2 out of the 3 segments. The second segment was actually decent and the performers seemed like they knew what they were doing as far as quick responses that actually included some sort of detail for the story (none of these performers were in the other two segments). I do like that you can go to the barbecue joint next door and bring over beer. Ironically, the folks behind at the barbecue joint were extremely charming and witty.
Place rating: 1
Milwaukee, WI
I give them props for trying but they need more training /​practice. They take audience suggestions but do barely anything (if anything with them). They also take way to long on each joke to the point where it is no longer funny but instead just irritating and you can’t wait for them to move on.
Place rating: 5
Madison, WI
Need a first date idea? Well, here’s one! Took a date to Atlas Improv and within the first game, the performers on stage had us bursting out in laughter. I tried improv in college, so I was excited to see what they had to offer. I was not disappointed! I forget the name of the first game, but they had to guess some complicated words — it was impressive to see how they got to the answer. They are really talented!
The place is also connected to Blair Street Brew & BBQ, so you can get drinks and grub before or after the show. That was a welcomed surprise for sure!
Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
Discovered Atlas through the visitmadison website and decided this could be a fun act to check out. I’ve been to improv sports before where different ‘teams’ get up and do a variety of bits while competing against each other.
My partner and I showed up about 10 minutes prior to the 8pm show and were able to get in right away… we were the first there. Hesitantly, we waited for others to show. A total of 11 people in a venue that looked to fit 70. We were shocked! Perhaps because it was summer and not many students at the UW were around. Or perhaps because it was the 8pm show and others planned to make their way later in the evening.
In general, I really enjoyed the show. Many of the other sport improv groups I’ve seen rely on crude humor. That wasn’t Atlas’ style. They’re creative and certainly have a lot of fun with their work. For performing for such a small group, I was really impressed!
The venue was extremely warm and I wonder if that was accidental. Did someone forget to turn on the AC?
I’d recommend this for an inexpensive night out!
Place rating: 5
Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic improvisational comedy. I usually go to the 8PM show on Friday or Saturday for more fast-​paced improv games. The 10PM shows are great, too. They don’t serve alcohol, but the restaurant next door does, and there is a connecting door, so you can bring your drink in!
Place rating: 5
Madison, WI
I’ve gone to two Atlas Improv shows (both times, the 8pm Theatresports show). It’s such a fun place to go with friends, family, or a date– plenty of laughs, and a very talented group. Highly recommended!
Place rating: 3
Madison, WI
when i went to this improv i wasn’t really sure what to expect, we went to the ten o’clock show and dispite there not being a big turn out of people in audence, the performers did a good job and made it entertaining. It would have been better if they sold beer there