September 25, 26, and 27 CIC’s very own 96D will be performing in the 3rd annual Hawaii Improv Festival.
They were invited along side 5 other mainland groups. This will be the first time Mainland groups have been invited to participate in the festival.
A Brief History of Improvaganza
Improvaganza is the brain child of local improviser and festival executive producer Garrick Paikai. It was first produced in November of 2006 by Smash Box productions and Paikai’s own improv group ON THE SPOT (OTS). Improvaganza 1 featured four Local improv acts with the sole purpose of giving local improvisers a place to showcase their talents and providing entertainment for Hawaii Audiences. The festival raised the profile of the Hawaii improv scene and inspired new improvisers to start their own acts. The one night event sold out, turning away people at the door.
The following year OTS and Smash Box teamed up again to produce Improvaganza 2. This time the festival would feature two nights of performances adding an extra two acts to the bill. Producers focused their attention not only on continuing to showcase local talent, but also on presenting improv as theatre and providing information to the public on improv classes being taught around Oahu. Improvaganza 2, like its predecessor sold out every performance.
