High-energy improv nights, progressive classes, and private brewery buyouts at hear.say brewing in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
A full calendar of improv performances, multi-level training, musical jams, and exclusive venue rentals.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Catch a fast-paced improv game show hosted by Jess Black in an intimate Ann Arbor taproom. Sip local brews, cheer the cast, and help decide who wins the Golden Beer for an unforgettable, interactive evening.
hear.say brewing is an Ann Arbor-based brewery and theater dedicated to live improv comedy, community-focused events, and craft beer. The venue brings together a taproom atmosphere, an outdoor patio, and a cozy theater space to host weekly performances, improv training, and private celebrations.
Shows at hear.say brewing include fast-paced comedy nights such as Thursday Night Improv - Duoplicity and Saturday Night Improv, interactive game-show style sets like Who Can Say?, and specialty evenings including Musical Improv Jam and Tony and Friends. Each performance pairs local improvisers with audience participation and a relaxed brewery setting.
The training program offers progressive classes for performers at multiple levels: Improv 201 (Characters), Improv 202 (Finding Game), Improv 303 (Advanced Long Form Forms), and Improv 304 (Advanced Ensemble & Performance Style). Classes focus on character work, identifying comedic game, advanced long-form techniques, ensemble trust, and stage-ready performance skills, culminating in live shows for many students.
For private events, hear.say brewing offers a Full Brewery Buyout with exclusive access to the taproom, outdoor patio, and theater, customizable bars, entertainment options, and on-site staff support. The combination of craft beer, improv entertainment, and flexible event space makes hear.say brewing a distinctive destination for both regular audiences and special gatherings in West Ann Arbor.
All descriptions reflect the venue's publicly offered shows, classes, and event capabilities as presented by hear.say brewing.
“Every outing is organized with local river knowledge, basic safety instruction, and equipment checks before departure.”
Located in West Ann Arbor
Shows, classes, and private buyouts
201, 202, 303, 304 available
Private buyout includes full access
Open the individual experience guide to confirm current availability, pricing, policies, conditions, and inclusions before booking.
The operator provides clear meeting points, departure times, and destination coordinates for all outings.
Personal flotation devices, emergency protocols, equipment checks, and paddling orientations are provided before departure.
Recommended layering, water shoes, sunscreen, and dry bags are detailed in each experience guide.
Guides share rich knowledge of regional flora, fauna, scenic landmarks, and river navigation.
A glimpse into the experiences, natural landscapes, and adventures waiting on your next trip.
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hear.say brewing offers a variety of guided outdoor excursions, scenic routes, rentals, and custom itineraries tailored for families, couples, and adventure enthusiasts.
Yes. Most trips feature comprehensive safety orientations, equipment fittings, and calm routes suited for first-time adventurers. Check the details on individual experience guides for specific age and skill requirements.
Standard safety equipment (such as certified life vests and essential gear) is supplied for each booking. Detailed checklists regarding weather-appropriate attire and personal items are provided prior to departure.
Reserve seats for a lively improv night, enroll in progressive improv classes, or arrange a full brewery buyout for a private celebration.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
An interactive musical improv tournament staged inside an active microbrewery in Ann Arbor. Expect on-the-spot songs, a lightning-fast live pianist, audience voting, and a post-show Musical Improv Jam.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Want big laughs and small-batch beer? Friday Night Improv in West Ann Arbor pairs long-form comedy with a taproom atmosphere and free on-site parking. Arrive early, bring ID, and expect an unpredictable, audience-powered show.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Spend a Saturday night in Ann Arbor where a single audience word sparks long-form, laugh-out-loud improv and local microbrews. This monthly taproom showcase delivers tight ensemble chemistry, regional guest acts, and a quick, memorable evening out.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Celebrate new talent at the Hear.Say Academy’s Class Graduation Showcases in Ann Arbor — a lively, 90-minute night of short-form games and daring long-form ensembles. Perfect for a casual night out, these showcases highlight the next wave of local comedians under professional lights.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Laugh through the night at Hear.Say's Saturday Night Improv in Ann Arbor—two overlapping shows, in-house brews, and a lively taproom crowd. Choose early, late, or the Double Feature for a locally rooted night of spontaneous comedy.
Otherothers · Ann Arbor
Trade a generic party room for a private improv show and a brewery taproom. Hear.Say in Ann Arbor offers a 55-seat private theater where you can book a one-hour workshop or custom show and keep the room for celebration.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Skip the one-off games and stretch your scene work. This monthly Long Form Improv Jam in Ann Arbor offers 90 minutes of extended sets, character play, and a community-minded crowd—bring curiosity and a craft beer and plan to stay for the post-jam conversations.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
A fast, funny night in an Ann Arbor taproom where University of Michigan School of Information research meets live improv. Sip local beer, learn crisp insights on AI and internet culture, and stay afterward to chat with scholars and performers.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
Push your improv farther with Improv 303, an eight-week advanced long-form workshop in Ann Arbor that trains ensembles in The Deconstruction, Close Quarters, and pure organic play. Come to expand your range and finish with a mainstage showcase.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
This eight-week masterclass in Ann Arbor refines the two-person scene with intensive side-coaching and a live graduation showcase. Perfect for experienced improvisers ready to trade surface jokes for emotionally grounded comedy.
others · Ann Arbor
Grab a pint and settle in for an unscripted night of long-form improv in West Ann Arbor. Thursday Night Improv - Duoplicity pairs solo performers randomly for six- to seven-minute scenes driven by real audience suggestions.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
A one-hour, 18+ comedy tournament in an intimate 55-seat theater next to a microbrewery—expect 90-second character slams, craft beer, and a lively post-show taproom scene. Arrive early for the best seats and the full experience.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
An eight-week, pro-level improv capstone in Ann Arbor that trains ensembles to self-direct, polish stagecraft, and present a headline showcase. Ideal for adults ready to move from student to company performer.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
A friendly, zero-experience improv course in Ann Arbor that teaches 'Yes, And,' active listening, and scene work across eight weeks — culminating in a live showcase. Perfect for travelers who want an energetic evening in the city’s lively arts scene.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
Move beyond isolated jokes and learn to sustain high-IQ long-form improv with Improv 202: Finding Game in Ann Arbor. This eight-week course focuses on spotting the first unusual moment and turning it into a reproducible comic pattern.
Otherothers · Ann Arbor
Book an intimate, plug-and-play 55-seat black-box theater right off downtown Ann Arbor. Perfect for screenings, rehearsals, and private performances with on-site taproom access.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Turn a taproom night into an arena of laughs: The Comedy Gauntlet in Ann Arbor stages 16 comics in 90-second rounds where the crowd crowns the winner. Fast, loud, and participatory—a perfect late-night outing for visitors.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Bring a weird story and a thirst for local craft beer—Tales From the Cryptid turns real-life odd encounters into a fully improvised urban-legend show in Ann Arbor. This one-hour, 18+ taproom performance is equal parts suspense and comedy; arrive early to grab a drink and a seat.
Otherothers · Ann Arbor
Host an unforgettable private event with a full buyout of Hear.Say Brewing + Theater in Ann Arbor. Exclusive access to a taproom, outdoor patio, and 55-seat theater makes this a standout venue for corporate events, weddings, and milestone parties.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Drop into a monthly open improv jam in Ann Arbor’s back theater—no experience required. Play fast, laugh harder, and stick around for craft beer and conversation at the taproom after the show.
others · Ann Arbor
Skip the usual bar crawl and spend an evening at I Ain’t No Joke — a 75-minute stand-up and improv showcase staged inside a lively Ann Arbor taproom. Book early, grab a local pint, and stick around post-show to chat with performers.
Otherothers · Ann Arbor
Two hours of high-energy improv that sharpens listening, breaks down silos, and builds rapid adaptability for teams. Perfect for leadership retreats or cross-functional sprints in central Ann Arbor.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
Take your improv from scene fragments to a full 20–25 minute theatrical piece. This eight-week advanced course in Ann Arbor teaches editing, narrative weaving, and ensemble techniques, culminating in a live showcase under theater lights.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
Advance your short-form improv with Improv 102 in Ann Arbor. This 8-week class at hear.say brewing + theater focuses on scenic layering, character commitment, and ends with a live showcase—ideal for performers ready to deepen their craft.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Jump into song at a two‑hour musical improv jam held in a brewery back theater in Ann Arbor. No experience required—bring your voice and a sense of adventure for an evening of guided games, live accompaniment, and friendly crowds.
others · Ann Arbor
A clever 75-minute improv show inside a working microbrewery in Ann Arbor that alternates short University of Michigan research talks with improvised comedy. Perfect for a nightcap after a day on the Huron River or an outing in town.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Laugh with top emerging and regional comedians in a cozy 55-person theater room inside an active brewery taproom. Turtle Cat Comedy showcases diverse, paid lineups and a high-energy, community-focused vibe—perfect for visitors seeking a lively night out in Ann Arbor.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
Take your improv from quick jokes to fully realized characters with an eight-week, stage-centered course in Ann Arbor. Designed for graduates of Level 102 or equivalent, this class culminates in a live mainstage showcase on the Hear.Say stage.
Lessonothers · Ann Arbor
Spend an evening shaking off stage fright and joining a friendly two-hour improv workshop inside a craft brewery in Ann Arbor. Perfect for beginners, this session pairs playful games with practical public-speaking and listening skills.
others · Ann Arbor
A lively, research-driven improv dating show staged inside hear.say brewing + theater in Ann Arbor. Expect 75 minutes of unpredictable comedy, craft beer, and audience-driven experiments—best enjoyed with a seat near the tapwall.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
Pull up a stool, order a house pint, and listen: Long Story Short at Hear.Say turns an Ann Arbor taproom into a 55-seat listening room for true, themed storytelling. Perfect for visitors who want an intimate, local evening without the fuss.
Theaterothers · Ann Arbor
A 90-minute comedy showcase inside Hear.Say’s 55-seat back-theater paired with craft beer—six Midwest comics and a rotating headliner deliver up-close laughs. Perfect for an after-dinner night out in Ann Arbor’s lively taproom scene.
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