Biography

Jonathan Pitts is an award-winning international improv theatre artist and storyteller. He’s performed and/or taught in 26 countries and 98 cities. He’s the former Executive Director of Chicago Improv Productions; Co-Founder/Producer - Chicago Improv Festival; Creator/Producer - College Improv Tournament; Founder/Producer - Teen Comedy Fest; Founder/Producer - Chicago Podcast Festival; Creator/Director of improv theatre productions The Oracle; The Silent Movie; and Storybox Theatre. He also taught, coached, and directed at The Second City Training Center and was a contributing writer to Anne Libera’s book, “The Second City Improv Almanac”


Testimonials

“Such great days. I learned so much about improv and teamwork from this experience. So grateful. The skills I grew working with Jonathan Pitts have been valuable in many facets of my life: my personal, creative, and even corporate life.”

– Amanda Jennings (2/8/22)

“You teach very well. I like how our improv classes is actually learning more about life for real! Thanks so much. And getting to know us more.”

- Lilit Reyes

“I'm so sad next week will be our last class! I've learned so much from you and had so much fun!"

- Marie Cheney.

"I really enjoy working with you and everyone else in the class. I am learning so much and working on my confidence and this class really helps me."

- Celeste Lux.