Pan Theater 

“One of the most playful and fun things
I have done.”
Ralph, Piedmont 

LIVE IMPROV SHOWS & CLASSES

Just 30 Seconds from BART in Oakland’s Theater District

“I felt free and comfortable to play.”
Rebecca, SF

TRY IMPROV: FREE!

CLASSES |  SHOWS  |  AUDITIONS 

Have More Fun, Friends & Confidence

Why Choose Pan Theater?

20+ years of improv in the Bay Area

30 seconds from BART

Small class sizes = personal feedback

No-pressure, supportive environment

Grow your confidence and communication skills


Ways to Get Involved

  • Audition for a Troupe
  • Take Improv 101 or Improv from the Heart
  • See a show
  • Take A Free Improv Dojo Class


FAQ

"I'm older. Is this for me?"

✅ Yes. Students range from their 20s to 60s. All are welcome.

"I’m shy or nervous. Can I still do this?"

✅ Absolutely. Many start out shy — improv builds confidence at your pace.

"I don’t want to be an actor. Is that okay?"

✅ Yes. Most come to grow, play, and connect — not to go pro.

YOUR IMPROV HOME IN THE EAST BAY


LOCATION:

120 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland CA 94612
30 seconds from 12th Street BART - Ogawa Plaza Exit.


Pan Theater has been in the heart of Oakland’s Theater District since 2002. Pan is convenient to the entire Bay Area include: San Francisco, Oakland, Alameda, Berkeley via BART: San Pablo, El Cerrito, Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Moraga, Dublin, Hayward, San Jose.

CONTACT US:

David (at) pantheater.com

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Trusted by East Bay improvisers since 2002