The Upfront Theatre

The Upfront Theatre Non-Profit Improv Theatre Company The Upfront is for all ages and continues to attract all walks of life searching for a good time. Come laugh with us.
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Since 2004 The Upfront has performed and taught many unique styles and formats of improvisation. Notably, we are known for our long form narrative shows including our popular murder mystery Hellingham, and other genre long forms Cops 911, Space Trek and many more. We continue to produce and evolve shows each year to further the art of improvisation and keep our community with us on the edge. The U

pfront has hosted events from internationally known improvisers like Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Colin Mochrie, Keith Johnstone and more. Our Mainstage Ensemble has performed and taught at Festivals and events all over North America including: The Chicago Improv Festival, The Vancouver International Festival, The Seattle International Festival, Edmonton’s Improvaganza and more. Our theatre has received the Mayor’s Arts award, been voted “Best Theatre” to “Best Live Comedy” and one of our favorites “Best Date Night” in the Best of the Northwest and Best of Bellingham.

Music & Comedy Improvised 🎸 Crank up the volume for a wild, improvised rock musical I Can't Believe It's Not Rock. Follo...
09/01/2026

Music & Comedy Improvised 🎸

Crank up the volume for a wild, improvised rock musical I Can't Believe It's Not Rock. Follow a struggling rock band as they sing and shred their way through rival bands, mythical festivals, shady managers, and whatever other suggestions the audience throws their way.

As part of Friendtember, we're welcoming special guests all month long!

Music & Comedy Improvised🎹 Live music and comedy inspire each other at Band Night. Together we'll create scenes, charac...
08/31/2026

Music & Comedy Improvised🎹

Live music and comedy inspire each other at Band Night. Together we'll create scenes, characters, and moments that will never happen the same way twice. Featuring the Sam Harris Band!

-Harris-Band

Bellingham Buddies returns this September🫣 A wild, raunchy, fully improvised puppet show for adults. These puppets have ...
08/29/2026

Bellingham Buddies returns this September

🫣 A wild, raunchy, fully improvised puppet show for adults. These puppets have opinions, vices, and surprisingly relatable emotional baggage.

18+ Event.

SNH returns this September🌿Saturday Night High: An Improvised Stoner Comedy where your favorite improv games get a highl...
08/29/2026

SNH returns this September

🌿Saturday Night High: An Improvised Stoner Comedy where your favorite improv games get a highlarious twist. What happens when the filters are off and the vibes are on? Plenty of giggles, wild characters, and one unpredictable night.

18+ Event.

The Upfront is going on a Double Dates! 💕9/26 we’re welcoming Jet City Improv Our performers will mix, match, and play t...
08/28/2026

The Upfront is going on a Double Dates! 💕

9/26 we’re welcoming Jet City Improv

Our performers will mix, match, and play together to create scenes, stories, and moments that could only happen when two improv teams collide.

Get ready for twice the spontaneous fun!

The Upfront is going on a Double Dates! 💕9/12 we’re teaming up with FKA Improv Our performers will mix, match, and play ...
08/27/2026

The Upfront is going on a Double Dates! 💕

9/12 we’re teaming up with FKA Improv

Our performers will mix, match, and play together to create scenes, stories, and moments that could only happen when two improv teams collide.

Get ready for twice the spontaneous fun!

Your future looks funny.Audience volunteers receive live Tarot readings, inspiring our comedians to create completely im...
08/26/2026

Your future looks funny.

Audience volunteers receive live Tarot readings, inspiring our comedians to create completely improvised scenes and stories based on the cards, predictions, and surprises at Read the Room.

Featuring special guest Jordan The Stone Moon

Ready to Roll?Join our band of unlikely heroes on a heroic quest shaped by the audience. In this D&D inspired adventure,...
08/25/2026

Ready to Roll?

Join our band of unlikely heroes on a heroic quest shaped by the audience. In this D&D inspired adventure, the dice decide it all!
Sponsored by Aegis Games Aegis Games & Taphouse

Come have a ball with the Imperfect Murder Society!An improvised murder mystery where your suggestions shape the crime s...
08/24/2026

Come have a ball with the Imperfect Murder Society!

An improvised murder mystery where your suggestions shape the crime scene, surprise reveals, murder weapon, and everything in between. Can lead investigator Owen Lyon-Smith bring the killer to justice?

As part of Friendtember, we're welcoming special guests all month long. This show features Owen Lyon-Smith! -Ember-Productions

This September we're starting our new season with your favorite game night!Join The Upfront cast for Game Night with Blo...
08/22/2026

This September we're starting our new season with your favorite game night!

Join The Upfront cast for Game Night with Blood on the Clocktower — a live, improvised social deduction game.

Tickets on SALE NOW. 😈😇

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203 Prospect Street
Bellingham, WA
98225

Opening Hours

Thursday 7pm - 11pm
Friday 7pm - 11pm
Saturday 7pm - 11pm

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