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MU Improv hosts annual 'CoMotion' improv festival
The two-night comedy event returned to The Shack on the University of Missouri campus.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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MU Improv, the University of Missouri's student improv comedy troupe, hosted their annual 'CoMotion' improv festival on February 20-21. The two-night event featured performances from MU Improv as well as other improv groups from around the region, and took place at The Shack on the MU campus.
Why it matters
The CoMotion festival is a long-standing tradition for MU Improv, providing a platform for the group to showcase their comedic talents and bringing together improv troupes from across the Midwest for a weekend of laughter and camaraderie. The event is a highlight of the school's entertainment calendar and a draw for both students and community members.
The details
The CoMotion festival featured a lineup of improv performances over the course of two nights. MU Improv, the host troupe, performed both nights, showcasing their quick-witted and energetic brand of improvisational comedy. They were joined by other improv groups from nearby colleges and universities, providing a diverse array of comedic styles and perspectives for the audience to enjoy.
- The CoMotion festival took place on February 20-21, 2026.
- MU Improv has hosted the annual event for many years.
The players
MU Improv
The student improv comedy troupe at the University of Missouri, which hosts the annual CoMotion festival.
The Shack
The venue on the University of Missouri campus where the CoMotion festival took place.
What they’re saying
“The CoMotion festival is always a highlight of the year for our troupe. It's a chance for us to showcase our skills and connect with other improv groups from the region.”
— Caroline Kraft, Member of MU Improv (themaneater.com)
“Improv comedy is such a unique and engaging art form, and the CoMotion festival is a great way for the community to experience it firsthand.”
— Summer Suarez, Freshman at the University of Missouri (themaneater.com)
What’s next
MU Improv will continue to host the CoMotion festival annually, providing a platform for improv comedy on the University of Missouri campus.
The takeaway
The CoMotion festival is a beloved tradition that showcases the talent and creativity of MU Improv, while also bringing together improv troupes from across the region for a weekend of laughter and camaraderie.
