The Monkey Business Institute in Madison, Wisconsin is one of the city's most distinctive comedy venues, earning a 4.7-star Google rating across over 50 reviews. Located in Madison's vibrant entertainment scene, The Monkey Business Institute offers improv comedy programming that complements Comedy on State's stand-up offerings, giving Madison comedy fans two distinct and high-quality options. The venue's improv-focused format draws audiences from across Dane County and the University of Wisconsin community, and its consistent programming has built a loyal following among Madison comedy fans who appreciate the spontaneous and interactive nature of improv comedy. The Monkey Business Institute is a key part of Madison's growing comedy scene.
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Location
1709 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711
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Always a fun time! We started going to the family friendly show when my son was little. He's graduated to the adult one and still loves it. Great pizza upstairs, then an improv show right after. Good times.
We had such fun watching the long form improv show at Monkey Business! The actors were so creative, the environment welcoming and relaxing, and we laughed. Given the climate of our world right now, to sit back, marvel at how the creative brain works, and laugh is nothing short of life giving.
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Street parking available on Monroe St in Madison's Monroe Street neighborhood.
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Last reviewed: April 2026
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