Entertainer – Producer – Educator

As seen on HBO, NBC, CBS, USA, SHO, NETFLIX, MTV, NICK, TruTV, WE, and more!

For 30+ years Walt Frasier has been entertaining audiences live from Times Square NYC, Touring Nationwide, and occasionally popping onto their TVs and other devices. For casting Walter in SAG AFTRA Film, TV & Commercial projects, contact (Jaime) Baker Management. International credits include TV, Commercials, Theater, Music & Comedy. Currently the Artistic Director of the NEW YORK IMPROV THEATER and North East Managing Director for THEY IMPROV.

• HBO Pause with Sam Jay Sketch Comedy
• NBC Blacklist 10.15 costar
• SHO Billions 4.10 costar
• CBS Blue Bloods 6.3 costar
• USA Royal Pains 3.8 costar
• NICK Naked Brothers Band 1.3 costar
• CBS Late Nite with David Letterman 9 episodes sketch comedy.
• 2008 Culligan Water commercial after signing with Jaime Baker Management, leads to getting SAG card
• MTV2 Stankervision – Walter makes his TV debut in 2006. That same year appearing in various commercials, reality TV
• 2002 First performance with EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH, then more sketch comedy. 20+ years later include 8000 performances, mostly improv since 2004. #iykyk 😆 DAY JOB FREE since 2005 thanks to Times Square NYC improv comedy shows at various clubs and theaters as well as performing at colleges, corporate events, military bases, k12 schools, community centers and family events. AKA Improv 4 Kids, New York Improv Theater, LMAO OFF BROADWAY, Absent Minded Comedy etc and now murder mystery shows too!
• 1995-2012 Numerous musicals, plays and opera touring internationally, regional theater, off-Broadway, festivals, etc (Amalfi Opera Festival, Scarlet Pimpernel National Tour, Fiddler on the Roof at Gateway Playhouse, Pirate of Penzanze at the West End Dinner Theater, Gerold Opera House, Gammage Auditorium, Minetta Lane Theatre, Bleeker Street Theater, etc)
• 1997 moves to NYC to pursue the dream.

Corporate Team Building & Leadership

Under proper tutorship, Improv Comedy is by far THE MOST EFFECTIVE for corporate team building and leadership training. Simply playing these games embodies the words of 1000s of books and lectures.

Clients include Cushman Wakefield, Google, Merck, Mercedes Benz, META /Facebook, TikTok, JP Morgan Chase, Accenture, Morgan Stanley, Twitter, Roblox, Rimowa, EI Digital, Accenture, Datadog HQ, Milbank, BING/Microsoft, Bank of America – Merrill Lynch, Home Depot, Ernst & Young, Johnson & Johnson, Louis Vuitton, Coach, UBS, BDO, AMEX, Master Card, Macy’s, 360i, IBM, GM, Kraft, UNILEAVER, HBO, Disney, American Express, WeWork, Prudential, Convene, Conference Board and many more!

Murder Mystery Shows and Experiences

Have you experienced MADCAPPED MYSTERIES, the most original murder mystery show EVER?!?!

What about one of my original CLUE PARTY cocktail party games?

How about a full Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Show?

I never thought I would become such a busy murder mystery detective. I weekly present 3-4 shows touring events DC to Boston. Madcapped Mysteries is one of my best selling experiences. The price point is beyond awesome. Every experience leads to 2-3 more bookings.

My teams daily work with student groups from around the world! Improv = SEL

NYC DOE VENDOR

Times Square NYC Field Trips: Bring your students to our theater. We daily host k12 schools and camps.

School Assemblies: Bring our interactive shows to your community.

Workshops, Residencies, and Professional Development Programming

FROM THE BLOG!

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  4/10 Friday 10pm Premier: Have Fun: Steven Prestia talks Long Island Comedy Scene
  Steven Prestia discusses his journey in acting and improv, emphasizing his mission to overcome stage fright through joy and laughter. He co-hosts public shows and workshops, aiming to teach life skills. Prestia, along with experienced professionals like Walt Frasier, engages audiences through various performances and educational events in NYC and beyond.
• PODCAST MINI EPISODE: Teach Kids Useful Skills Earlier?
  The speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching children essential skills like marketing, content creation, and public speaking through improv and comedy classes. By addressing fears and anxieties early, kids can develop confidence and leadership abilities. The goal is to prepare them better for the future, using technology positively and enhancing their communication skills.
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  YOU CAN DO IT, But you HAVE to do the work!
  The speaker emphasizes that aspiring actors must actively engage in their careers rather than rely on traditional pathways or listen to negative advice. Success in the performing arts requires treating oneself as a business, utilizing social media, and creating opportunities. Continuous learning and adaptability are crucial for thriving in a competitive environment.
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  4/9 Thursday 7pm Webisode: Samuel Van Wyk talks Improv & Acting
  In 2026, the mission is to overcome stage fright through joy and laughter via weekly public shows and workshops from Times Square to Boston. The podcast features Walt Frasier and Samuel Van Wyk discussing improv’s role in teaching life skills, emphasizing confidence and creativity while addressing the evolving landscape of performance and corporate training.
• Why Every Artist Needs to Think Like an Entrepreneur
  The “starving artist” mentality is a choice in today’s entertainment landscape. Success requires shifting from a “talented amateur” mindset to that of a business owner. Artists must embrace entrepreneurial strategies, develop multiple income streams, analyze their careers, and actively create opportunities. Treat your craft as a serious business to thrive in this industry.

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