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Pan Theater

Frequently Asked Questions
Ages

Shows are PG-13. They are all age appropriate.


How Far Are You From BART

50 feet


Parking

Parking is typically available near the theater. If the Paramount is having a high impact event - give extra time for parking.


Food

There are a number of restaurants, bars and related establishments within a block of Pan.


IMPROV SHOWS AND CLASSES
Offered in Oakland since 2002.

Laugh out loud fun shows Improv Theater: Pan Theater.


"Don't take our word for it.....

Awkward Face achieved a rhythm that's virtually

unattainable in a free-associative universe. Chalk it up to chemistry, or the talents of a few ultra-malleable

improvisers. They've taken liberties with the form, while turning it into a discipline."

(East Bay Express)  


"We went tonight for the first time and we laughed a lot. These folks were GOOD. So glad to have this inOakland - I'll be back!"


"What a fun time! I rarely give 5 stars but this place is awesome."


"We laughed through the whole show. These talented actors delivered a creative performance."


"I had a great time when I attended the Awkward Face show at 8 pm on Saturday night."


“The actors are quick on their feet, and they manage to illicit many hardy laughs from the audience."


• Be sure to checkout our Laugh Guarantee.

• Birthday shows and private/group shows also available

Laugh out loud fun. Shows offered on select Fridays and Saturdays.

Pan performers take to the stage to create stories, scenes and

characters on the spot.100% improvised goodness since 2002.


All shows are PG-13. Under 13 with guardian present allowed.


Seating is limited. 


Will I be picked on our made to get on stage?

For those new to improv or that haven't seen an improv show before:

We do not make fun of audience members. We do occasionally ask for ideas,

topics or themes from volunteers. 


We don't put people on the spot. We're here to entertain you. We do on occasion ask for volunteers but we don't ask those

that don't volunteer.


All shows are 50 Feet from BART

Weekly Shows

Formats include: the Montage, One Act, and more plus

classic Theater Games (Whose Line is it Style).

Shows often sellout.


All shows are 30 seconds from BART making Pan shows the near me improv shows for the East Bay, Oakland and San Francisco.


Online show tickets backed by our:


Laugh Guarantee:

If you attend the any Pan show and do not laugh and have fun

we'll gladly refund your ticket fees to your original payment source.

Online tickets only



David & Friends: November 2nd at 7pm
Improv Comedy and Drama in Oakland.

Location: Pan Theater, 120 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94611 (30 seconds from BART)
Tickets $20 cash at the door or via PayPal below. Get your ticket now!  (Be Bold - No Hesitating).

Shows - Improv, Comedy & More in Oakland

Improv in Downtown Oakland: 30 Seconds From BART
Next shows:
Improv in Downtown Oakland: December 6th & 13th at 8pm
Improv & Variety Show: December 20th at 8pm

Tickets $20 cash at the door or use the PayPal link below. Show receipt at door if using PayPal.

Refund Policy:
All show tickets are nonrefundable once purchased. No refunds for any reason.

Show Location:
Pan Theater
120 Frank Ogawa Plaza
Oakland, CA 94612 - 30 seconds from BART.

Show ticket receipt at door.







Past Shows
Play, watch or both.

Improvisers explore themes, scenes and more. This is a free show. Audience members can join in the fun, or have the thrill of watching.

Live Improv in Oakland
20 Seconds from BART
Experience a world of improv wonders with drama, comedy, and more. Enjoy long-form improv and uproarious theatre games in a new show every night.

Tickets $20 cash at the door or use the PayPal link below. Doors open at 7:55pm. Shows are 20 seconds from BART at 120 Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland (12th Street BART)




Improv, standup, music and more. Catch Pan's improv variety hour.


Pan performers and friends take to the stage in a mix of acts.

Location: Pan Theater, 120 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94611 (30 seconds from BART)
Tickets $20 cash at the door or via PayPal below

Get your ticket now!  (Be Bold - No Hesitating).

Jaime Moyer & Friends Live in Downtown Oakland: Friday, May 31st at 8pm

The amazing Jaime Moyer joins Pan Theater performers for a night of excitement, laughs and fun.
3 improv sets will be presented and Jaime is headlining each cast.


This is a once in a lifetime chance to see Jaime in Oakland. Tickets are $5 and going fast.
Get yours while you can!

Location: Pan Theater, 120 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, CA 94611 (30 seconds from BART)
Tickets $5.

Get early tickets | Get late tickets

Jaime's Performance Credits:
Her impressive acting credits include voicing characters on Bob's Burgers, guest-starring on The Great North, and recurring roles on sitcoms like AP Bio, The Big Show Show, and Modern Family.

She has also made memorable appearances on popular shows like Parks and Recreation, 2 Broke Girls, and more.

Anything Can Happen in 10 Minutes - Coming 2024

Pan Theater performers and directors present the final performance of our second post Covid Play Festival. The night includes seven ten minute plays. Local playwrights, national and international playwrights participated. 

the Last Laff - Standup -  Next show: TBD

Bay Area comedians bring the laughs to downtown Oakland. The night is a mix of seasoned and new performers rotating each month. The closest comedy show to BART in the entire Bay Area (30 seconds from 12th Street BART). Tickets $20 cash at the door (cash only). 

Doors open at 7:55pm. Show starts at 8pm.