LONG FORM TEAMS
Thursday, June 4th, 2026 | 7:30 PM–9:00 PM
Birdhouse @ 800 N 4th Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917

Performing longform improv in the style of the Armando

Directed by Taylor Wingerter

Independent team 

Directed by Skip Morazi

About Auditions
Auditions will be held in an open call format and evaluated by a panel (closed to the public). There is nothing to prepare. Please bring a headshot and improv résumé, or email materials to taylor@manateevanityimprov.com by 10:00 PM on June 3rd. Don’t have an improv résumé? A clear photo and a one-page summary of your improv, stage, or related experience is all that is needed.

Eligibility

• Completion of Level 2 Improv or equivalent preferred but not required
• Current improv students are expected to complete the program

Commitment & Expectations

• Rehearsals: Saturdays, 12:00PM–2:00 PM
• Missing more than 2 of 6 rehearsals may impact performance eligibility
• Show dates and venues will vary
• Performers are volunteers
• Additional casting may occur in 6 months or as needed

Questions or Accessibility Needs?
Contact: taylor@manateevanityimprov.com

Audition confirmations will be sent by Friday, June 3.

SHORT FORM HOUSE TEAM
Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
802 Sevier Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920

Directed & Hosted by Mark Christopher and Taylor Wingerter

Performing improv games in the style of Whose Line Is It Anyway?

About Auditions
Auditions will be held in an open call format and evaluated by a panel (closed to the public). There is nothing to prepare. Please bring a headshot and improv résumé, or email materials to taylor@manateevanityimprov.com by 10:00 PM on June 5th. Don’t have an improv résumé? A clear photo and a one-page summary of your improv, stage, or related experience is all that is needed.

Eligibility

• Completion of Level 2 Improv or equivalent preferred but not required
• Current improv students are expected to complete the training program

Commitment & Expectations

• Rehearsals: Saturdays, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Missing more than 2 of 6 rehearsals may affect performance eligibility
• Show dates and venues will vary
• Performers are volunteers
• Additional casting may occur in 6 months or as needed
• Cast members re-audition annually

Questions or Accessibility Needs?
Contact: taylor@manateevanityimprov.com

Audition confirmations will be sent by Friday, June 5th.