Learn comedy
Train. Perform. Lead. Repeat.
Whether you've never performed or you've been on stage for years, we have a class that meets you where you are.
Improv classes in Bend, Oregon — taught in person, every week. BIC is the only dedicated improv and comedy school in Central Oregon, offering beginner and advanced improv classes at Open Space Event Studios in Bend.
New to improv? No experience, no audition, no pressure to be "funny" on day one. Just show up and try improv in a supportive, in-person class environment.
📍 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR 97701
Browse the classes below and find the level that fits you.
Current comedy class offerings
John Breen — 30+ years in comedy
Founder of BIC. Actor-director. UCB Theatre alum. Studied and performed with Amy Poehler, Matt Walsh, Keith Johnstone, and Mick Napier. Decades on stages from Chicago's Annoyance Theatre to Loose Moose in Calgary to SF Sketchfest — now bringing that training to Bend, where he teaches alongside instructors he's personally trained. Read John's full story →
Comedy should be for everyone.
At BIC, we don't want finances to stand in the way of great improv training or becoming part of our community. We offer partial scholarships every term. If cost is a barrier, simply let us know when you register. No forms. No documentation.
Apply for a scholarship →
4-DAY IMPROV IMMERSION 2027
"Be the First to Know" We're in the early stages of planning BIC's first-ever adult improv immersion, four days in Bend, Oregon for serious players who want to go deeper. Expect acclaimed instructors from LA, NYC, Chicago, and Bend, direct coaching, and big honest laughs.
No commitment needed yet, just curiosity. Drop your email and we'll keep you posted.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BIC CLASSES
Students come from across Central Oregon
BIC is the only dedicated comedy school in the region. Our students regularly drive from surrounding towns — and for our Saturday intensives, from Portland, Eugene, Seattle, and beyond.