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Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of improv comedy? Sharks Barksley, a dynamic short form improv group, is holding auditions, and we want you to join us!
Audition Details:
When: Monday, September 7th, 7-9 PM
Where: Eagle Theater - 921 Front Street, Old Sacramento
Who: Improvisers at least 18 years of age with some improv experience (includes classes)
Director: Jessilee Windhaus, she/they (jessilee@windhausimprov.com)
About Sharks Barksley:
Sharks Barksley is a short form improv group that prioritizes narrative improv. The show is adventure themed and includes a repertoire of 36 possible games that can be played over 6 rounds. Sharks performers are serious and dedicated to the art of improv and to being the best team they can be!
Sharks Barksley is:
* Haus of Comedy’s flagship improv team.
* A place for performers who are dedicated to challenging themselves, learning, and growing, including working outside of their comfort zones.
* A team for performers who have done and continue to pursue improv training, both through HoC and elsewhere, in order to become well-rounded improvisers and the strongest performers they can be.
* A community where artistic ambition exists alongside camaraderie, trust, inclusion, collaboration, and being a good teammate.
Why Join Sharks Barksley? Sharks Barksley offers a welcoming space to learn, perform, and have a blast.
Questions?
Please reach out to jessilee@windhausimprov.com for more information.
Now accepting auditions for Super Scene, a narrative improv ensemble at Haus of Comedy.
About Super Scene
Super Scene is an audience-driven narrative improv format where within a show, each performer directs one story and acts in the others. It is a playful approach to narrative longform that gives performers the chance to act and direct longer stories and work heavily in genres.
Performers take turns:
Directing a story and establishing its premise, tone, genre, and world
Acting in each other’s scenes
Playing with genre, stakes, tension, and cliffhangers
Inviting the audience to choose which stories continues
As the show progresses, stories are eliminated until one final Super Scene remains.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for performers with narrative experience who bring strong potential, curiosity, and commitment. Specifically, we seeking performers who are excited about:
Narrative improv and world-building
Genre play (film/TV/book styles, tropes, tones)
Emotional commitment and clear character points of view
Directing scenes with clarity and playfulness
Supporting ensemble storytelling
Consistent rehearsal and performance commitments
If you love story, genre, and collaborative play, we’d love to see what you bring!
Audition Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 8th 2026 | 6:00–9:00PM
📅 Possible Callbacks: Tuesday, September 15th, 2026 | 6:00–9:00PM
📍 Location: Eagle Theater, 921 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814
⏰ Audition slots: Please plan to be available for the full audition window. Depending on interest, we may assign specific audition times.
Rehearsal Commitment: Weekly, Tuesdays 7-9PM beginning Tuesday, September 22nd
Performance Commitment: Super Scene performs twice monthly.
How to Apply
Please click below to complete our Interest & Availability Form before auditions so we can learn a little about you and assign audition times as needed.
You’ll be asked to provide:
Contact information
Availability for all key dates
Any narrative/genre improv experience (optional)
Access needs or additional information
Audition details and any assigned times will be shared after submissions are reviewed.
Questions? Contact directors Andy and Bernie at andy@windhausimprov.com and bernadeta.baktashian@gmail.com.Or speak with directors Andy and Bernie.