The Cut
Atlas Improv Company 609 East Washington Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
media release: Atlas Improv Co. is proud to present the return of the live, improvised reality competition show, The Cut. This 6-week run of shows begins on Friday, October, 6 at 7pm as amateur improvisers compete for a spot on the roster of Atlas Improv. This year, The Cut will feature an extra thrilling and spooky twist.
“The Cut is sure to be a real scream this time around,” says Atlas Improv’s Artistic Director, Dan Row. “The series will include performances the night of Friday the 13th as well as the week of Halloween. We’re tailoring the challenges this year to match the spooky season by drawing inspiration from classic horror films. This show is always competitive but this year will bring new meaning to ‘cutthroat’ competition!”
While this year’s show may reference horror movies and their tropes, The Cut is still a family-friendly show and is intended for all ages. The Cut combines the spontaneous laughs of improv with all the excitement you’d expect from a reality competition program. Throughout the series, a panel of expert improv judges provide critique and the audience votes to influence the show. At the end of each week, the audience and judging panel eliminate one improviser from the competition. In the final week, only one contestant will stand victorious and be offered a spot in the professional company of Atlas Improv.
“The Cut always pushes our contestants,” says competition judge and Atlas Improv Co. member, Laura Gregor. “The Cut is sure to make you laugh but it also gives the audience a look into how improv works. If you come every week, you really get to connect with your favorite performers and you can help determine who survives each week’s elimination.”
Tickets for episode 1 of The Cut can be purchased starting September 29 by visiting TheCutShow.com. Doors for The Cut open at 6:20 p.m. on Fridays, starting October 6 at 609 E Washington Ave. in Madison. Atlas Improv holds regular shows every Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. For more information about Atlas, visit www.atlasimprov.com.
Tickets will be $11 for general admission or $7 with active student, teacher, military, or veteran ID.