I was invited to attend the Family Show at the ImprovBoston – located near Harvard in Cambridge, Massachusetts. I had NO idea what to expect, and I was SO surprised how much fun we had!
I took along my 9 year-old-daughter and her two oldest pals…we were in good company as many of the kids in the venue were of similar age and interests.
Yes, I’m a mom up on the North Shore of Boston and pretty much know what’s going on in the area for my blog, but I had NO idea this kind of quality show was less than an hour from home. Thanks to Twitter…we found each other!
The comedy show is completely IMPROVISED (unscripted), so there’s NO telling what the creative and talented comedians and actors will be up to. The small, cozy theater was FILLED to the brim with at least 4 birthday party groups of excited kids with a few adults…kids dominate this ONE HOUR of action packed entertainment. Kids are invited up to the stage and participate if they like. The small stage is lost after a few moments…because the cast of 6 has more talent than Saturday Night Live…I’m serious!
I did a little bit of improv in H.S. and realized you needed to be REALLY, REALLY smart to pull off this kind of acting and entertainment! These folks all had their shining moments, and each had their strengths…together, they worked as a team to make each skit (about 6 or 7 at least) fun and memorable AND all KID FRIENDLY! I have to admit…adults will love the show as much as the kids…I promise!
I highly recommend ImprovBoston’s Family Show! They’re the winner of the coveted Nickelodeon award for Best Children’s Theater. This venue is ideal for BIRTHDAY parties – perfect for that ‘difficult time inbetween ages 8-12 when you have NO idea what to do with your child’ birthday party! The whole birthday party was involved in the show…it was very FUN to see how much fun those kids had. At the end there was a Q&A with the cast, also very nice.
Please connect with ImprovBoston for a full slate of comedy during the week. I intend to take in some show with some pals very soon or even take a class! This place is AWESOME and WELL worth the trip! Tell them that Mom’s Lifesavers sent you!
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@improvboston or @IBFamilyShow
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