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A night where pushing the envelope is encouraged and gasps are expected. Although true lads and ladies of the night partake in a different kind of evening entertainment, the comedy talents of Envy Sinn, Asher O’Briant, Whitney Mor, Georgia Warder and headliner Joe Esch will have you feeling just as satisfied. There’s no safer space […]
Celebrate Pride at Arcade with a stage reading of two classic episodes of the beloved sitcom. Starring Jason Shavers as Dorothy Billy Mason as Blanche Connor McCanlus as Rose and introducing Dixie Surewood as Sophia. Featuring Monteze Freeland, Katie Kerr, Dylan Marquis Meyers, and Missy Moreno Hosted by Asher O’BriantDirected by Nik NemecProduced by Connor […]
Arcade Comedy Theater presents "Lucky Draw" an improv comedy show where half of the cast is drawn at random! Each show, Arcade Academy students and team members drop their names into box at the start of the night. Throughout the evening, the hosts will be playing short form games and doing a long-form set that […]
It’s pride month and Arcade Comedy is proud to be celebrating one of its most famous queer artists, Andy Warhol. For one night only Arcade becomes The Factory. Featuring improv, variety, and new music from Pittsburgh comedian, James Jamison. The Warhol Show isn’t just a comedy show, but a deep dive into the impact Andy […]
“BOOTLEG REBOOTS x ANDY WARHOL” Plot Synopsis: Comedy troupe Select Start are forced to improvise their way through a cinematic classic that not only features Andy Warhol, but is one they have never seen! Will they create a work of art or something not fit for eerie mom's fridge? Find out what made Warhol obsessed […]
Celebrate Pride at Arcade with a stage reading of two classic episodes of the beloved sitcom. Starring Paul Fields as Will Marsha Mayhak as Grace Victor Aponte as Jack and Tressa Glover as Karen Featuring Mikhail Ferree, Parag S. Gohel, Evelyn Hernandez, Jeffrey Johnson, Missy Moreno, and AJ Wittman Hosted by Andi Whorehol Directed by […]
Sixteen-year stand-up comedy veteran Subhah Agarwal has been seen on HBO, NBC, Hulu, and more. Now she’s coming to the Arcade Theater for a hilarious night of comedy covering everything from having elephants at a wedding to being forced to work as a literal clown.
Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's rising stars take the stage to show off what they have learned in their Improv 102: Scenework class show! Hosted by class instructor Sara Kantner.
Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's newest improv performers take the stage to show off what they have learned in their Improv 101: Foundations class show! Hosted by class instructor Beth Geatches.
Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's rising stars take the stage to show off what they have learned in their Improv 103: Game and Pattern class show! Hosted by class instructor Matt Solter. (For tickets for Alex Conti's Improv 103 class show, go HERE.)
Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's rising stars take the stage to show off what they have learned in their Improv 103: Game and Pattern class show! Hosted by class instructor Alex Conti. (For tickets for Matt Solter’s Improv 103 class show, go HERE.)
Join the Well Known Strangers as they host the Pittsburgh Improv Jam, a now-monthly jam presented at the Arcade Comedy Theater and open to all performers! Each month, performers can sign up to be randomly placed on an improv ensemble team that will exist for just one night only. As an audience member, you'll see […]
Join AGT's Golden Buzzer Winner Learnmore Jonasi as he shares the stage with a dynamic lineup: Luke Severeid, a seasoned comic originally from Seattle, now making waves in Pittsburgh with his uproarious humor honed across the US and Canada.Whitney Mør, a standout talent known for her appearances on Don't Tell Comedy, delivering laughs that resonate.Brittany […]
Taste the Rainbow is a special curated stand up comedy showcase to celebrate queer voices in comedy here in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. This showcase aims to highlight the diversity in queer experiences and identity through the lens of comedy. Join us for a night of laughter & PRIDE! Hosted by: Brandi Roberts Performances by:- […]
Ed & Day in The Burgh present | A Night of EPIC Comedy @ Arcade Comedy Theater June 29 | 5p (Doors at 4:30p) Starring |Ed BaileyDay Bracey Featuring |Marcus CoxBrittany Alexis Music | ZanoBrew | New France Brewing FREE showFREE brew samplesLive recording of Ed & Day in The Burgh Sponsored by |Barrel & […]
Coulda been an astronaut if not for never getting the chance to go to space camp? Woulda married a celebrity if not for spilling a drink on their mother? Shoulda worked for Richard Branson on his private island if not for having webbed feet? In their brand-new format, Well Known Strangers will take inspiration from […]
A live Dungeons & Dragons-inspired comedy show "Best Nerd Fantasy Come to Life" by Pittsburgh Magazine"A neo-geek wet dream" – Pittsburgh City Paper A comedy quest awaits! Knights of the Arcade is an award-winning comedy show that takes audiences on a wild, madcap adventure every month. A recurring cast of characters (a dwarf, a monk, […]
Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's newest stand up comics debut the material they developed in our 8-week Stand Up 101 class! Hosted by class instructor Sean Collier.
Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's rising stars take the stage to show off what they have learned in their Improv 301: The Harold class show! Hosted by class instructor Nick Jaramillo.
Join us for a hilarious night of anecdotes and improv provided by storytellers and performers who have two things in common: each is UNIQUE, and they all have disabilities! Featuring monologists recruited from various disability non-profit groups sharing real stories about their lives and a cast of improvisers representing a range of disabilities such as […]
Where new jokes come alive! The Stand-Up Laboratory is a new incubator space presented by Arcade Comedy Theater. Every month, the Lab will present a mix of feature comics and a roster of comedians chosen from online submissions. Enjoy a night of comedy highlighting newer material from Pittsburgh's best comedians and its rising stars.
Improv comedy night! Join veteran comedy troupe Irony City as they deftly navigate social missteps on the first Saturday each month. You’ve been there: acted out at a wedding when there was no cookie table, ordered fries on a salad at a fancy restaurant, or dared to move a parking chair – afterwards wondering, “Am […]
Pittsburgh is home to some of the most unique voices in comedy. Sometimes you'll hear about somebody's dating misadventures...others, you're learning exactly why you should learn jiu jitsu. But whether you're a lover, a fighter, or a confused pacifist with , you'll definitely laugh your glutes off at Level Up Stand-Up. Featured Comedians:Natalie "The Fearless" […]
Tonight, the A.C.T. stage is yours! Bring your improv teams, sketch group, or stand-up act for an open mic-style show where the lineup is created on the spot. A perfect opportunity for artists to try something new in a short set and for audiences to see some experimental and cutting edge comedy. The evening is […]
Matt Hartman hosts this original short-form improv competition. Four talented performers are pitted against one another in a series of quick improv games, points are awarded by audience judges, and one player emerges victorious.
Join The Latchkey Kids for a night of improvised (and unsupervised) comedy, public access TV, and dollar-bin VHS trash! This bi-monthly improv show has the vibe of hanging out with friends after school and making fun of whatever crap was on TV.
Be silly! Get creative! A watch-and-play comedy show for kids! Arcade Comedy Theater presents Penny Arcade, an interactive comedy experience ideal for kids 4 to 8 years old! This 45-minute show encourages children and their parents to unleash their imaginations and sense of humor. Penny Arcade fosters collaboration, listening skills, and silliness for everyone at […]
The Arcade Hootenanny is styled after the classic Chicago-style improv show featuring monologist-inspired scenes. A storyteller tells real-life tales and improvisers present a fast & funny set inspired by elements from the story. Featuring special guest Katie Tarara.
A night where pushing the envelope is encouraged and gasps are expected. Although true lads and ladies of the night partake in a different kind of evening entertainment, the comedy talents of Colton Taylor, Natalie Wickman, Brandi Roberts, Lizzie Martin and headliner Aarik Nesby will have you feeling just as satisfied. There’s no safer space […]
Arcade Comedy Theater presents "Lucky Draw" an improv comedy show where half of the cast is drawn at random! Each show, Arcade Academy students and team members drop their names into box at the start of the night. Throughout the evening, the hosts will be playing short form games and doing a long-form set that […]
It's time to test the HA-pothesis! After a year of goofing off in the laboratory, Sketch Comedy Lab presents its first Report showcasing thirteen laugh-out-loud sketches. Performed by a brilliant ensemble cast including Cynthia Dallas, Jerome Fitzgerald, Beth Geatches, Jeffrey Johnson, Tal Kroser, Molly Graham, Devin Marshall, Mercy Odhner, and Alistair Spatz. Written by Eoin […]
Take a trip down memory lane with B!tch Please: 1984 to celebrate our producer, Mary Q 's big 4-0 with a 1980s throwback party show! The B words have their hair teased and their neon leg warmers ready to bring you an evening packed with laughs, nostalgia, and iconic moments from the year that brought […]
It's time to test the HA-pothesis! After a year of goofing off in the laboratory, Sketch Comedy Lab presents its first Report showcasing thirteen laugh-out-loud sketches. Performed by a brilliant ensemble cast including Cynthia Dallas, Jerome Fitzgerald, Beth Geatches, Jeffrey Johnson, Tal Kroser, Molly Graham, Devin Marshall, Mercy Odhner, and Alistair Spatz. Written by Eoin […]
Ready for some Vlasic improv comedy? The dill-ightful cast of “Whose Brine Is It Anyway?” brings fast-paced, pickle-based, short form improv comedy to Arcade Comedy Theater for Picklesburgh 2024. Relish in laughter while we pickle your funny bone--this comedy show is bound to be a barrel of fun! The cast includes Matty Frances, Beth Geatches, […]
Ready for some Vlasic improv comedy? The dill-ightful cast of “Whose Brine Is It Anyway?” brings fast-paced, pickle-based, short form improv comedy to Arcade Comedy Theater for Picklesburgh 2024. Relish in laughter while we pickle your funny bone--this comedy show is bound to be a barrel of fun! The cast includes Matty Frances, Beth Geatches, […]
Join the Well Known Strangers as they host the Pittsburgh Improv Jam, a now-monthly jam presented at the Arcade Comedy Theater and open to all performers! Each month, performers can sign up to be randomly placed on an improv ensemble team that will exist for just one night only. As an audience member, you'll see […]
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter at Arcade Comedy Theater during the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Gallery Crawl on Friday, July 26th! We're serving up FREE improv comedy shows every half hour from 6-10 PM. Beat the heat with some cool laughs in our A/C, and if you love it (which you will!), snag […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter and discovery at "The Comedy Rising Stars of Class 01/2024"! Presented by Learnmore Jonasi, this special showcase introduces the newest talents in local stand-up comedy straight from the Class of 01/2024
Oops! Select Start forgot to plan for a show! We need your help chooooosing a set-list of hilarious, quick-paced improv games in a multitude of different ways! Come chooooose which games we'll play and which players will play them on the spot! Will you go easy on us or will you chooooose to make us […]
Coulda been an astronaut if not for never getting the chance to go to space camp? Woulda married a celebrity if not for spilling a drink on their mother? Shoulda worked for Richard Branson on his private island if not for having webbed feet? In their brand-new format, Well Known Strangers will take inspiration from […]
A live Dungeons & Dragons-inspired comedy show "Best Nerd Fantasy Come to Life" by Pittsburgh Magazine"A neo-geek wet dream" – Pittsburgh City Paper A comedy quest awaits! Knights of the Arcade is an award-winning comedy show that takes audiences on a wild, madcap adventure every month. A recurring cast of characters (a dwarf, a monk, […]
Join comedy troupe Select Start as they host a special short form improv jam open to all performers! Join them on stage for a night of improv games. Performers can sign up at the box office when they arrive. Audience members can sit back, laugh, and inspire the comedy with all kinds of fun suggestions.
This August, we're pre-gaming Arcade Comedy Theater's House Team Hot Spot with two special Preseason Scrimmage shows on August 2 & 16 at 7 pm! Catch our house team players mixing it up for some extra fun and final practice before the regular season kicks off. Our talented comedians will light up the stage with […]
Where new jokes come alive! The Stand-Up Laboratory is a new incubator space presented by Arcade Comedy Theater. Every month, the Lab will present a mix of feature comics and a roster of comedians chosen from online submissions. Enjoy a night of comedy highlighting newer material from Pittsburgh's best comedians and its rising stars.
Improv comedy night! Join veteran comedy troupe Irony City as they deftly navigate social missteps on the first Saturday each month. You’ve been there: acted out at a wedding when there was no cookie table, ordered fries on a salad at a fancy restaurant, or dared to move a parking chair – afterwards wondering, “Am […]
Arcade Comedy Theater's popular stand-up comedy showcase, Level Up Stand-Up, is back! Each month, see a new lineup of some of Pittsburgh's best comics alongside up-and-coming and touring guests. BYOB or grab a drink from our bar, and get ready for a fun and affordable night of comedy in the Cultural District.
Scenes and monologues performed by the graduates of Arcade's summer Acting for the Improvisor class. Hosted by class instructor Montaja Simmons.
Come see Arcade's newest improvisors show off their new comedic skills after their speedrun through our accelerated version of our Improv 101 class. Hosted by class TA Cindy Dallas.
Come see Arcade's newest stand up comics perform their material after an accelerated version of our Stand Up 101 class! Hosted by class instructor Brittany Alexis.
Arcade's first 8-week Improv for Professionals class wraps up with this showcase of the improv comedy they learned to bolster their creative collaboration and innovative thinking in the workplace.
