JesterZ Improv Comedy

Specialties

There are no scripts in this quick-​witted, fast-​paced improvised comedy show that is great for all ages! 4 shows weekly. A unique experience because every show is different. Date night, girls night out, employee incentives, family reunion, church and youth groups, and just to have a great laugh. FREE Birthday admission within 6 days of birth date.

Drop in Beginning and Advanced level Classes every Wednesday for those who want to learn improv, acting, thinking out side the box, quick retort or learn a skill that will help you professionally and personally.

For Hire: Corporate Entertainment and Training available. Large or small — onsite or travel — local or national. We also provide atmosphere actors, ideas for themed parties, etc. 250 seat Venue is available for rent with large lobby.

History

Established in 2001.

From a small 100 seat theater in Scottsdale’s historic Papago Plaza — JesterZ Improv has ALWAYS provided the Valley of the Sun all-​ages comedy. Owner and Producer Jef Rawls, continued his pursuit for clean comedy that began in 1995 when he joined the «Oxymoron’Z» improv performance and production staff. When Oxy’Z founder Louis Anthony Russo passed away in Dec. 2000, Jef and his wife Shurlin picked up the reigns and started JesterZ Improv. Continuing to bring quick-​witted, fast-​paced, family-​friendly comedy. After 13.5 years, JesterZ moved from their home in South Scottsdale to the Mesa Riverview. JesterZ Improv theater now seats 250 and provides classes and offsite entertainment and training. All performers are local comedians and improvisers who have been trained by Jef Rawls (a Second City Grad).

Meet the Business Owner

Jef R.

Business Owner

Jef Rawls has been acting and performing for nearly 25 years. His background includes Film, TV, Video, Commercial, Radio and Stage. Since 1996, Jef has performed live improvisational comedy virtually every weekend. In fact Jef has almost 5,000 live improvised shows under his belt, both as a performer and Master of Ceremonies.

In addition to live performances, Jef hosted ABC Channel 15’s kid’s educational program — «WHAT’S UP?» (This TV show won an ‘Emmy Award’ for best local children’s educational program). His acting career also includes over 50 children’s educational videos, numerous commercials, music videos, independent and feature films, and a variety of stage and theatrical performances. He was also the host & producer of «Breakfast Epiphanies» a comedy talk radio program on All-​Comedy Radio.

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