What is the Happy Valley XS Improv Festival?
The XS Improv Festival is one of two improv comedy festivals held in State College, PA annually. It consists of 3 shows with 9 teams performing all one one night. The other festival, the XL Improv Festival, is a 3-day festival held in May.
When is the festival this year?
This year, the 1-day festival will take place on Thursday, September 2nd.
Where are the shows taking place?
The festival shows will take place at the Blue Brick Theatre, home of Happy Valley Improv--State College's premier long-form improv company.
How do I buy tickets?
Tickets to the festival shows will go on sale August 1st. To stay up-to-date on ticket releases, please sign up for our festival-specific newsletter.
What is the best way to get to State College from afar?
State College is located in Central Pennsylvania and has it's own airport, University Park Airport (SCE). Delta, American, United, and Allegiant all service the University Park Airport. You can also fly into the Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) which is 90 minutes southeast of State College.
Is there a hotel block for performers and audience members during the festival?
Since the XS Improv Festival is only one night, there are no hotel blocks set aside. However, there are multiple hotel rooms available for the night of September 2nd in downtown State College. We suggest checking out the Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State as an affordable option within walking distance of the Blue Brick Theatre. Other hotels within walking distance include the Scholar Hotel State College, Hyatt Place State College, and the Nittany Lion Inn.
Who can submit to perform during the festival?
We are accepting submission in 3 categories: Established Teams, New Teams, and Individuals. An established team is one that has performed together in front of live audiences before whereas a new time is one that has recently been formed (maybe even for our festival) and has yet to perform in front of a live audience. Individuals can also apply to be part of a festival team. The festival team will be made up of individuals who submit and will be coached by one of the Happy Valley Improv artistic directors.
What types of improv are you taking for this festival?
We are open to any improv forms for this festival. In the submission link below, you will be asked to describe your improv team and form as we are looking for a diverse group of improvisers to take our stage.
How do I submit?
Submissions are now open by filling out this form.
Is there a deadline for submissions?
Submissions are due by June 30th. Individuals and teams will be informed of acceptance no later than July 15th.
Does it cost money to submit?
No. It is free to submit. However, any improvisor accepted to the festival will be asked to pay a $25 fee to cover a festival pass, tee-shirt, and other swag unique for performers in the festival.
I'm thinking of coming in early and/or staying a bit longer. What else is there to do in Happy Valley?
For more information on all that the area has to offer, visit the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau site.
What will health policies be around COVID-19?
Happy Valley Improv and the XS Improv Festival will follow all CDC, State and City COVID19 Guidelines and will update participants of any changes or restrictions that will be enforced during the festival. To help us ensure that we are creating a safe environment regarding COVID-19, we've asked all people submitting about their vaccination status.
My business is interested in advertising opportunities with the festival and want to support. What's the best way to do so?
Sponsorships will be available at the $1,000, $500, and $250 levels. Contact happyvalleyimprov@gmail.com if you are interested in sponsorship.
I have more questions! How do I contact you?
The best way to contact us is by emailing happyvalleyimprov@gmail.com
The XS Improv Festival is one of two improv comedy festivals held in State College, PA annually. It consists of 3 shows with 9 teams performing all one one night. The other festival, the XL Improv Festival, is a 3-day festival held in May.
When is the festival this year?
This year, the 1-day festival will take place on Thursday, September 2nd.
Where are the shows taking place?
The festival shows will take place at the Blue Brick Theatre, home of Happy Valley Improv--State College's premier long-form improv company.
How do I buy tickets?
Tickets to the festival shows will go on sale August 1st. To stay up-to-date on ticket releases, please sign up for our festival-specific newsletter.
What is the best way to get to State College from afar?
State College is located in Central Pennsylvania and has it's own airport, University Park Airport (SCE). Delta, American, United, and Allegiant all service the University Park Airport. You can also fly into the Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) which is 90 minutes southeast of State College.
Is there a hotel block for performers and audience members during the festival?
Since the XS Improv Festival is only one night, there are no hotel blocks set aside. However, there are multiple hotel rooms available for the night of September 2nd in downtown State College. We suggest checking out the Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State as an affordable option within walking distance of the Blue Brick Theatre. Other hotels within walking distance include the Scholar Hotel State College, Hyatt Place State College, and the Nittany Lion Inn.
Who can submit to perform during the festival?
We are accepting submission in 3 categories: Established Teams, New Teams, and Individuals. An established team is one that has performed together in front of live audiences before whereas a new time is one that has recently been formed (maybe even for our festival) and has yet to perform in front of a live audience. Individuals can also apply to be part of a festival team. The festival team will be made up of individuals who submit and will be coached by one of the Happy Valley Improv artistic directors.
What types of improv are you taking for this festival?
We are open to any improv forms for this festival. In the submission link below, you will be asked to describe your improv team and form as we are looking for a diverse group of improvisers to take our stage.
How do I submit?
Submissions are now open by filling out this form.
Is there a deadline for submissions?
Submissions are due by June 30th. Individuals and teams will be informed of acceptance no later than July 15th.
Does it cost money to submit?
No. It is free to submit. However, any improvisor accepted to the festival will be asked to pay a $25 fee to cover a festival pass, tee-shirt, and other swag unique for performers in the festival.
I'm thinking of coming in early and/or staying a bit longer. What else is there to do in Happy Valley?
For more information on all that the area has to offer, visit the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau site.
What will health policies be around COVID-19?
Happy Valley Improv and the XS Improv Festival will follow all CDC, State and City COVID19 Guidelines and will update participants of any changes or restrictions that will be enforced during the festival. To help us ensure that we are creating a safe environment regarding COVID-19, we've asked all people submitting about their vaccination status.
My business is interested in advertising opportunities with the festival and want to support. What's the best way to do so?
Sponsorships will be available at the $1,000, $500, and $250 levels. Contact happyvalleyimprov@gmail.com if you are interested in sponsorship.
I have more questions! How do I contact you?
The best way to contact us is by emailing happyvalleyimprov@gmail.com