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Kissin Improv

Kissin Improv, led by Carl Kissin (a highly experienced performer, writer, and director in the world of sketch and improvisational comedy) includes courses that help improve your performing, writing, and improvisational skills.

Kissin Improv

Upcoming Classes at Kissin Improv

  • Tuesday Improv - Night Time Special (Class + Coaching)

    Experience the art of improv with one of the most renowned performers in the country at Kissin Improv. Enhance your public speaking skills, increase your social interactions, and have a good laugh in this personalized class taught by an improv master. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to jump-start your improv skills.

    Next start date: Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 7–9pm Eastern Time
    Price: $99
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  • Sunday Afternoon - Performance Improv

    Experience the thrill of live performance in this immersive improv course. Join experienced improvisers as they guide you through classic exercises and new forms, helping you become the best performer you can be. Push your limits, hone your skills, and get ready to take the stage.

    Next start date: Sunday, Mar 31st, 3–5pm Eastern Time
    Price: $75
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​210 Central Park S 59th St near 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Kissin Improv
Central Park, Manhattan
​210 Central Park S 59th St near 7th Ave
Btwn W 58th & 59th Streets
New York, New York 10019

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Description

Carl Kissin has performed more than 4,000 shows for one of the country's premier sketch and improvisational comedy groups, Chicago City Limits. He was the show's head writer and director of their National Touring Company.

He has performed his own material on the syndicated sketch comedy show Kwik Witz, as well as on Comedy Central, The Joan Rivers Show, The Jackie Mason Show, and Today (after which Katie Couric requested that Carl write special material for her speech at the White House Correspondents' Dinner).

Carl developed and directed sketches for the pilot episodes of NBC's Live on Tape and was an original staff writer and actor for the MTV show Mouth to Mouth and for The VH1 Eggman.

In other acting venues, Carl has performed in Eric Bogosian's play Talk Radio at the Public Theater, and in Oliver Stone's movie version of the play, as the character Glen.

In addition to commercials and voice-overs, his voice has been heard on National Public Radio, on As the World Turns, and on ABC’s Olympic coverage, dubbing foreign athletes.

A three-time winner of the Manhattan Monologue Slam, Carl presented an evening of his monologues in the solo show End of the Line and put his day-to-day life on stage in Carl Kissin: Reality TV—Live on Stage at the WorkShop Theater.

In a brief stint as a copywriter, he won an International Monitor Award for his commercials for Jamesway department stores. Carl is proud to have been invited to perform his Ed Koch impersonation for former Mayor Dinkins at Hizzoner's 60th birthday party and of being named the Outgoing Phone Message King in a Fox 5 News feature.

In the realm of musical theater, Carl  has written and staged more than 300 song parodies for Chicago City Limits. A member of the prestigious BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theater Workshop, Carl has twice been honored in their Smoker (a greatest hits night). He wrote the book and lyrics for Depressed, Depressed!, as well as Date of a Lifetime (2011 New York Musical Theatre Festival Award for Excellence in Writing—Lyrics) and Alone World (2011 West Village Musical Theatre Festival Awards for Best Lyrics and Best Book).


Reviews of Kissin Improv

(4.8-star rating across 66 reviews)
  • Tuesday Improv - Night Time Special (Class + Coaching)

    Reviewed by Katelin T. on 1/22/2024
    Carl is beyond wonderful! This is the best class I've ever taken. He is incredibly knowledgeable and supportive. I was a novice to improv and he made me feel comfortable yet pushed me to the next level. Cannot recommend highly enough!!
  • Tuesday Improv - Daytime Special (Class + Coaching)

    Reviewed by jessica d. on 9/9/2022
    I had a lot of fun making my wall hanging! It was a great way to spend a weeknight and I am planning to decorate my home with my creation.
  • Improvise, Socialize, Revitalize

    Reviewed by Amanda I. on 8/12/2021
    Lots of fun! Will be doing other classes with Carl again.
  • Improvise, Socialize, Revitalize

    Anonymous review on 12/12/2020
    Carl is a talented and encouraging instructor. He does a great job integrating students of all levels, and the drop-in model makes the atmosphere genuinely fun, creative, and non-competitive. This was my first time doing improv, and I hope to join another session soon!
  • zxTween Improv

    Reviewed by Cheyenne J. on 12/8/2020
    Had an amazing time. A lot of fun. I was nervous because i didn't know what to expect and I got a little one on one attention as I was the only student. It definitely has sparked greater interest in me to want to learn more improv.
  • zxImprov - Turn Stir Crazy Into Crazy Fun

    Anonymous review on 6/10/2020
    It was a great experience.
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Ian B. on 3/16/2020
    Carl and the class were absolutely amazing! I’m looking forward to working with them again.
  • Tuesday Improv - Daytime Special (Class + Coaching)

    Anonymous review on 12/19/2019
    Carl is a very generous, fun and kind teacher. This was my very first improv class and he made it an experience I want to repeat! I learned alot in one class thanks to his dedication to the art. Thank you Carl! Geneviève
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Anonymous review on 10/9/2019
    So much fun!!!! Wish I could be there every week!!! Carrie
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Nancy C. on 9/3/2019
    Very interesting and fun.
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Deborah G. on 8/21/2019
    Had a lot of fun and it opened my eyes to understanding what it takes to really do improv. Carl runs a fabulous class.
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Ronni L. on 8/14/2019
    Nice class very fun, easy and informative!
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Kruthika M. on 3/26/2019
    This was my first ever Improv class, I was attending to see if it will help me with my confidence and speech. I left the class feeling good about myself. Carl and all the students made me feel comfortable trying Improv. I'm looking forward to attend more of his classes.
  • zxImprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups - UWS (Package of 10)

    Anonymous review on 3/20/2019
    Amazing teacher. Really helpful in allowing you to develop and have a lot of fun!
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Anonymous review on 12/19/2018
    Carl was incredible and the students were all so fun and welcoming. I hope to continue with many more classes.
  • Musical Improv - Accompanied by a Professional Pianist

    Anonymous review on 5/26/2018
    nice guy but ongoing group of experienced students not supportive
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Doreen L. on 3/21/2018
    Had such a wonderful time in this class... the instructor is fantastic and the students were all fun and patient with me and so very welcoming, since it was my first time doing improv. Carl even met with me 30 minutes before class to introduce me to the format and some terminology so that I could jump right in and feel comfortable participating immediately. I definitely plan to take more classes from this instructor. Absolutely loved it!
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Michelle M. on 3/1/2018
    Carl was absolutely wonderful! His class was everything we had hoped for and more. I would definitely recommend Carl's improv class- especially to other companies & organizations.
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Nataliya D. on 2/13/2018
    Awesome class, felt like playing fun games. Teacher was very professional and supportive. Highly recommended.
  • zxmprov - Playtime for Grown-Ups

    Reviewed by Steph M. on 1/31/2018
    Highly recommended! I had the pleasure of taking Carl's class yesterday with a fantastic group of people. I was a little nervous about improv, as many actors are, but I was made to feel so welcome and at ease as a newbie to the game! I was instantly comfortable and ready to 'play' and felt that I began to conquer my inhibitions as the class progressed. I really learned a lot and left the class feeling super confident in myself as both an actor and a human, on a communicative level. Carl is a super teacher who really knows what he's talking about. He gave very constructive notes and also seemed like a genuinely good guy. So refreshing - Thanks Carl!
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