Mike Poole is a writer, performer, and improvisor based in Brooklyn. He’s written for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and The Amber Ruffin Show. He has performed and taught improv across the country for over a decade, and is excited to once again be teaching and performing at UCB. He is STILL patiently waiting for them to make Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 3.
Past Shows
3×3 Tournament: Qualifiers, Live and LIVESTREAMED!
Teams of 3 compete to become improv legends in the 21st Annual 3x3 Tournament The 3x3 Improv Tournament is a long-running annual improv tournament where teams of 3 compete to become improv legends. 32 improv teams will compete in a…
The Assignment Presents 7 Minutes in Heaven, Live and LIVESTREAMED!
Every month, The Assignment creates a whole new improv concept. You won't see classics like the Harold here— The Assignment gets expert improvisers to try insane shows like The Flashlight (a show lit only by flashlights), The Group Chat (a…
Run That Shit Back & Improv With Seasoning!, Live and LIVESTREAMED!
Two improv shows for the price of one! Run That Shit Back - An improvised studio session. Right before your eyes we will write and record an entirely new hip-hop classic based off an audience suggestion. But as we…
A REALLY Hot Real Door Monoscene, Live and LIVESTREAMED!
KNOCK! KNOCK! Who’s at the door? Nobody knows! The Real Door Monoscene is form that’s simply chaotic — Performers that aren’t on stage are off it, in the dark and have no clue what’s being established until they enter the…
UCBLK, Live and LIVESTREAMED!
UCBLK is a variety show spotlighting the best Black comedians in the city. Each month features a brand new cast performing improv, sketch, stand-up and more. Previous lineups have featured comedians whose credits include Saturday Night Live, Netflix, Don't Tell…
Cage Match: Mike & Justin (2-0) vs. Spaghetti , Live and LIVESTREAMED!
Two Improv Teams Fight for the Future! The World’s Most Dangerous Improv Show! In the year 2121, the World Government has outlawed LONG-FORM IMPROV. The very thing that will be the weapon for their downfall. Led by Chuck Cuckley and…
The Diversity Jam
An improv jam for diverse performers in the community. Students of all levels are welcome and it is FREE! A free improv jam celebrating historically underrepresented individuals in our community. All levels of improv experience are welcome. You can come…
Cage Match: Up To No God (1-0) vs. Mike & Justin, Live and LIVESTREAMED!
Two Improv Teams Fight for the Future! The World’s Most Dangerous Improv Show! In the year 2121, the World Government has outlawed LONG-FORM IMPROV. The very thing that will be the weapon for their downfall. Led by Chuck Cuckley and…