Brave New Workshop

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824 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
+1 (612) 332-6620
http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com
The Brave New Workshop Theatre, founded in 1958, writes, performs and produces original sketch comedies, and music and comedy improvisations. The company operates two theatres in Minneapolis, which is home to operations, live performances, and the Brave New Institute. The Brave New Institute is the theatre's school for improvisation, acting and writing classes. The Brave New Workshop also brings its writing, acting, musical, and teaching talents to more than 150 companies and organizations each year. Its alumni include successful and influential members of the entertainment industry, such as Al Franken, Pat Proofs, Mo Collins, Peter MacNichol, Louie Anderson, and Jeff Cesario. The BNW theatre and its school for improvisational acting, are nonprofit entities, and is headquartered in Minneapolis.

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5.0112 reviews
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Nia B.
12/19/2025

Coming to Minnesota this was my first outting experience and I had a blast! The selection of arts and crafts you could do is insane, the vibe in the building is fun and creative, the food is tasty...

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Sarah N.
3/10/2025

I've been to many shows over the years - the most recent was the original improv show written by the troupe: "The World is Burning, Let's Make S'Mores"! Oh, it felt good to laugh ... and laugh...

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Thomas Z.
8/19/2025

I do love the BNW, but this wasn't their best. We had no table service despite sitting right up front. My recollection is they previously had servers. Maybe not. Seems a missed opportunity for...

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Julie D.
3/3/2023

I came to the Brave New Workshop to watch Smelling Elon's Musk. The theater seating is on the second floor and they have snacks and beverages for sale in the lobby. Snacks ranged from candies to...

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Kelly S.
4/13/2025

My children and I decided to take in a show. I was very underwhelmed. One they started 10 minutes late,and 2 it was basically ripping on our current president and it's voters. Even though I tried...

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