The iO Theater
Brad Pike is an accomplished teacher and performer with extensive experience in the improv and comedy scene. Currently serving as a teacher at The iO Theater since February 2017, Brad has taught long form improv and previously managed theater operations, supervising a team of over 40 staff members. In addition to roles at Devil's Daughter Improv as an instructor and performer, Brad has produced over seven podcasts and taught various courses in improv and sketch writing. As an operations coordinator at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill from July 2022 to July 2024, Brad applied organizational skills to support the company’s operations. Earlier in the career, Brad worked as a staff writer for The iO Comedy Network and wrote viral comedy sketches, reaching significant viewership on social media. Additional experience includes writing comedic essays and a published novel through Thought Catalog, showcasing a strong foundation in creative writing with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Texas.
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The iO Theater
Founded in 1981, The iO Theater (Formerly known as 'The ImprovOlympic') is the world-famous flashpoint of comic creativity that has spawned an entire generation of America’s best and brightest entertainers. Thousands of people have trained and performed at iO theater, including some of the most recognizable names in show business like Jason Sudeikis, Bob Odenkirk, Chris Farley, Tina Fey, David Koechner, Adam McKay, Amy Poehler, Seth Meyers, Tim Meadows, and many, many more. The iO Theater was founded by Charna Halpern and her late business and artistic partner, Del Close. iO is re-opening November 2022 with new ownership, incredible new shows and a fresh perspective. In addition to presenting improv and sketch comedy shows every night, the iO Theater provides improv training classes as well as custom tailored corporate workshops. When it comes to Comedy, we’re all Business. We can create entertainment for your conferences, meetings and celebrations. Let iO put together a hilarious improv show to bring down the house or have us write customized material for your company or business field. If you can dream it up, we can handle it. Our expert curriculum designers work with you to learn about your business and your employees, and to help you create highly participatory training sessions. We invite you to come to our shows when you're in the Windy City. Please contact us at info@ioimprov.com for inquiries about corporate workshops. The iO Theater 1501 N Kingsbury St Chicago, IL (312) 300-3350 www.ioimprov.com