KVN America Organization for Amateur Arts and Creative Competitions

kvn (a.k.a. kbh, kabh) is a form of intercollegiate improvisational comedy theater team competition. historically, this “humorous acting game” has been the primary extracurricular activity of college students throughout the former soviet union. currently kvn america organization unites more than 30 teams across the united states. each year a championship is held and the winner is determined through a play-off system. the games are conducted in different cities throughout the country. they are covered by the press and often televised by local tv stations and on the internet. besides the regular championship games, every year there is a number of special events organized by kvn america locally and internationally. these events include friendly matches, festivals, and guest appearances.