Vintage Improv Festival
2018-present · varies (East Coast US); virtual expansion
Also known as VIF
The only improv festival focused on performers age 50+ — founded to combat age-based exclusion in improv diversity initiatives.
Known for
- Founded 2018 by Michele 'Miki' Manting as Artistic Director of Vintage Improv Inc.
- Explicitly serves improvisers age 50 and over.
- Went virtual during pandemic, sustaining an international audience; 500+ participants from 11+ countries over six years.
- Notable instructors have included Susan Messing.
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