How a Conversation About Cake vs. Pie Made a Big Impact
What if a lighthearted debate about cake vs. pie could teach people how to have more respectful, meaningful conversations? Over 8,500 people have watched our comedic sketch as part of the Respectful Conversations Project, learning how ground rules and humor can transform difficult discussions.
At Danger Boat Productions, we specialize in creating engaging content that helps people communicate better. Read the full story and discover why structured conversations matter now more than ever.
Why Every Workplace Needs an Improv Workshop (Hint: It’s Not About Comedy)
Team-building activities often feel forced and ineffective—but what if there was a way to strengthen workplace collaboration while having fun? Improv-based training helps teams build trust, improve communication, and develop adaptability through interactive exercises. Unlike traditional corporate training, improv workshops create a safe and engaging environment where teams learn to connect, support one another, and embrace new ideas—all while laughing together. Learn why companies are turning to improv as a powerful tool for professional development.
How Improv Helped Transform Campus Dialogue on Tough Issues
How do you get students and faculty to engage in meaningful, civil discussions on complex issues? We found a creative solution: improv. Through a nationwide college tour, we used humor, debate, and interactive theater to break down barriers and foster dialogue on topics like free speech, media bias, and social change. The results? High engagement, fresh perspectives, and a new model for civic discourse. Read on to learn how creativity can drive real impact.
Political Valentines: A Minnesota Love Story (with a Twist)
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for romance—it’s for politics, too! Imagine if Minnesota’s leaders shared heartfelt (and hilariously pointed) Valentine’s Day cards. In this TPT Almanac essay, Tane Danger brings that vision to life, crafting clever love notes from Amy Klobuchar, the Minnesota GOP, recreational marijuana, and more.
Would Amy Klobuchar break up with Minnesota? Would light rail feel loved by the legislature? And what would Governor Walz say to recreational marijuana? The answers are both funny and surprisingly insightful.
Bringing Life to the Conversation—Go Red for Women
How do you make complex topics engaging and unforgettable? With improv comedy! At the Go Red for Women Luncheon, The Theater of Public Policy brought CPR awareness to life—literally—by turning real expert insights into spontaneous, thought-provoking humor. The result? A performance that left audiences laughing, thinking, and inspired to take action.
Making Networking Fun: A Look Back at Our BushCon Video for the Bush Foundation
Networking doesn’t have to be awkward! When the Bush Foundation asked us to create a video for their BushCon event, we took a creative approach—bringing networking tips to life in the style of a fun, vintage 1950s educational film.
From Community Conversations to the Stage: How “Sketches of Minnesota” Brings Stories to Life
Over the past year, we traveled across Minnesota, gathering real stories from real people and turning them into a night of comedy, reflection, and connection. Now, all of those moments come together in a scripted theatrical performance in St. Cloud and Minneapolis. Watch the video to see how it all happened, and get your tickets today!
Government Gridlock at the Minnesota Capitol? Revisiting Our 2021 Legislative Stalemate
Minnesota lawmakers are once again locked in a political stalemate, reminiscent of the 2021 legislative deadlock. As deadlines loom and decisions stall, we revisit a past video essay that captured the frustration of government inaction—with a satirical twist. Will history repeat itself, or will this time be different?
Mayorapolis: 2017 Interview with Jacob Frey
In 2017, we created the podcast Mayorapolis, where The Theater of Public Policy host, Tane Danger, interviewed all of the leading candidates who were running for mayor.
Current Minneapolis Mayor, Jacob Frey, won and is in his second term. Just yesterday he announced that he will be seeking a third. Listen to, or read the transcript of our conversation to see what his initial promises were and whether he lived up to them.
A Vision on Wheels: Reflecting on Our Stained Glass Bus Project
Not all dreams take flight, but some are too powerful to forget. Discover how our vision for a stained glass tour bus—designed to connect rural and urban communities through art and storytelling—continues to inspire, even without funding.