About this Event
Looking for engaging, welcoming things to do on weeknights in Tysons? Whether you are looking to step out of your comfort zone, meet an incredible community of local creatives, or escape the corporate grind with comedy, this free monthly series helsp escape the grind. Welcome to Sillygander: Watch & Learn Improv, a limited-run interactive experience produced by Resonance Improv Alliance.
Built specifically as a piece of accessible, high-energy entertainment for teens and adults (ages 16+), Sillygander breaks down the invisible wall between the audience and the stage. This event is divided into two distinct parts: the introductory workshop and the playtime jam.
Registration is Required for this event due to limited space.
Sillygander is a true community gathering. You don’t need a pedigree, an acting background, or comedy chops. Just RSVP and come play. Can’t wait to laugh with you!
Improvised Content Note:
Live, unscripted comedy means anything can happen! While material is typically PG-13, public participation means language and themes can occasionally drift into R-rated territory. Recommended for ages 16+.
Notice: This event is not sponsored by Fairfax County Public Library.
Media Consent Notice: By attending Sillygander, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur by Resonance Improv Alliance for community and promotional use. However, we value your privacy and comfort above all else. If you do not wish to be photographed or have your media shared, please inform an organizer on-site or contact us at [email protected] to opt out completely.
Agenda
🕑: 06:15 PM - 07:10 PM
Intro Workshop
Info: If you’ve ever wanted to try improv in Northern Virginia, this is your supportive launchpad. Led by experienced, welcoming instructors from the Resonance Improv Alliance, this session is designed entirely for absolute beginners and the improv-curious. Through collaborative group games and foundational exercises, you’ll explore the core tenets of applied improv: active listening, spontaneous agreement ("Yes, And"), and building trust with scene partners. It’s a playground for your weary Wednesday mind.
🕑: 07:10 PM - 08:00 PM
Playtime Jam
Info:
Once the workshop wraps, the lights stay up for a live performance. Local indie ensembles, veteran community players, and brave workshop graduates take the stage to spin audience suggestions into spontaneous comedy sets. Because it’s created entirely on the fly by your neighbors, it is an incredibly supportive and collaborative live comedy show. It's a space where DMV audiences can experience the pure joy of watching people say "Yes, And" to each other in real time. Expect a night that is warm, completely unpredictable, and above all, really fun.
Event venue & nearby stays
Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Avenue, McLean, United States
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