Saturdays, 11 am to Noon

Story Starts

You like comedy.

Your kids like comedy.

Why not see a show that makes you both laugh?

Improv inspired by your kids’ ideas, performed by a fantastic adult cast.

Saturday mornings at ColdTowne are all about creating hilarious, original stories with the help of audience members, both young and old. Typically inspired by a volunteer’s interview at the top, each show weaves a unique and hilarious story that evolves along with the audience’s ideas. These shows embrace the joyful “Yes, and!” of Improv, inviting kids (and sometimes their adults) to jump in on the fun. High-energy, interactive, and hilarious. All ages are welcome.

ColdTowne is located at 1700 East 2nd Street. Free Parking is available.

Tickets Here.

High Energy, Interactive Theatre for the Whole Family

About ExAb at ColdTowne Youth Shows:

We really, really love Improv and because of that, we want to share it with people in the most welcoming and entertaining way possible. These shows are interactive, but no one is required to volunteer or take part. Kids are on stage frequently, but the adult cast guides the show to create a fast-paced, hilarious comedy that entertains at multiple levels. Whether you are a lifelong comedy fan hoping to share this work with your kids or a parent looking for an entertaining & creative Saturday morning experience, we look forward to seeing you at the theater. It’s always a very good time.

Join us for a live comedy that entertains kids and adults at the same time.

F.A.Q’s

Are the Saturday morning shows performed by trained, adult improvisers doing improv for kids? Or kids & families doing improv? Or somewhere in-between?

The Saturday morning shows are performed by trained adult improvisers. Audience members participate by giving suggestions, providing sound effects/call & response, and by coming onstage as volunteers throughout. Volunteers are generally set up by the adult cast as either characters or story elements that lend detail and humor to the existing scene. Since every audience is different and each show is unique, there are definitely times when audience member participation varies.

Can we host a Birthday party at the show?

Definitely. You can buy a tickets in advance online and attend as a group. If you contact us in advance, we’re happy to reserve a section for your party when possible. We also offer private Birthday Party events that include a short Improv class, a full length interactive show and the option of a dance party onstage after cake. Contact us at exabimprov@gmail.com for details.

Does ColdTowne sell concession?

Yes! We have a snack counter where one can purchase a variety of snacks and drinks. It’s not a full breakfast, but it’s fun.

Before we were Story Starts…

From November 2011 until March 2020, Saturday mornings at ColdTowne Theater were already dedicated to performing live comedy shows crafted for kids and their adults. Many of those shows featured Austin’s best known canine improviser, the legendary Steve Scott.

What’s the Story Steve

Steve, a 15 pound poodle, was a dog who’s uncanny ability to improvise live comedy combined with his easy going, friendly demeanor made him a showbiz natural. The show was originally framed as a one-time, improvised version of the PBS kids’ show What’s the Story WishBone, but quickly evolved into a reliably entertaining and accessible weekly children’s show. Over the years, WTSS created over 20 individual formats shaped around their canine star and performed for thousands of kids and families. During the pandemic, Steve continued to perform via Zoom until he passed away in July of 2021. He was a very good boy who made lots of people very happy.