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Science and comedy collide as Pittsburgh’s Moonshot Museum offers TED Talk-like segments as inspiration for our Arcade improvisers. Featuring Moonshot’s education director, Mike Hennessey, as recently seen on NASA TV.
Part of Arcade Comedy Theater's celebration of Black comedy — we welcome back comedian Khairy Creek with special guest Kadeem Richardson.
The long-running improv jam open to players of all experience levels.
ome enjoy a night of hilarious comedy with some amazing ladylike comics! Our lineup includes Cassi Bruno, Stacey Fleurime, and Rebecca Canterbury, with the fantastic JC Coccoli as our headliner. Don't miss the laughter!
Chris Higgins is a native of Boulder, CO, and a Chicago-based stand-up comic. Since moving to Chicago, he has become a staple at all the clubs in town and has […]
Once upon a time in a far away swamp, there lived an improvy improv team named Shrek Start, whose precious stage of solitude is suddenly shattered by an invasion of Monsieur Tech Booth, his suggestion-giving audience members The Merrymen, and onions (with layers!). They were all banished from their kingdom by Lord Arquaad Comedy Theater.
An improv comedy show presented by performers from the Global Majority.
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 […]
An outrageous and exciting Dungeons and Dragons inspired comedy show!
Arcade Comedy Theater's very own improv house teams present a night of dynamic, audience-inspired comedy! Each show features three different troupes bringing their own brand of humor to the stage. A perfect show for fans of improv comedy!
She's in her "11'o'clock number" era! Join Chi Chi for a night of drag, musical comedy, games and more!
Where jokes come alive!
Veteran comedy troupe Irony City welcomes guest storyteller Anne Casper to share a true story in which she made a questionable decision – then turns that tale into a hilarious improvised performance! Featuring Seramillo and 8-Bit. A popular monthly show featuring some of the city’s most experienced improvisers.
One of the most stacked lineups of the year! A touring drag queen feature and a Global Headliner!
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.
Comedy Bingo Night features an evening of improv, characters, and bingo! Laugh, play bingo, win prizes!
Join the Latchkey Kids as they honor the media they grew up with through improv, music, and whatever. The Latchkey Kids were named the Best Improv/Sketch Group in Pittsburgh Magazine's […]
An interactive improv comedy show for kids!
The Arcade Hootenanny is styled after the classic Chicago-style improv show featuring monologist-inspired scenes. Our storyteller tells real-life stories inspired by an audience suggestion, and then Pittsburgh's best and brightest […]
Looking to relax? Have a drink, kick your feet up, and just laugh that fine A** off? Well, then, look no further than the smooth and sultry vibes of Chris […]
Hop up and play with Ricky Romance Join Ricky Romance as they host Hot Jam, a long-form improv jam presented at the Arcade Comedy Theater and open to all performers! […]
"Everyone Loves Dick (The Authorized Biography of Dick Ripper)" is a lysergic, modern, Western about love, loss, and the transformative power of purchasing a slightly used vehicle. Film collage, audio hijinx, original music, and sketch comedy collide in this NEA award winning performance piece.
Arcade Comedy Theater presents the House Team Hot Spot a show featuring a rotating set of our very own improv comedy teams. Each performance features three house teams jumping into […]
The Sketch Comedy Laboratory is a new incubator space presented by Arcade Comedy Theater to help promote the art of sketch comedy. Every other month, Sketch Lab will feature sketches […]
A show that's equal measures hilarious, educational, and deeply personal. NYC based scientist and comedian Ben Miller uses stories on topics ranging from his musculoskeletal condition to his childhood history with milk as jumping off points for scientific and comedic exploration.
Come on out to celebrate the 2 year anniversary of the B words getting together and making you laugh! What started as a Women's history month show has blossomed into show after show of the most hilarious comedy queens we can find! This month featuring Stand up Suzanne Lawrence, a cast of comedy queens hosted by Mary Quick, Jocelyn Hillen Newham, & Molly Graham.
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 […]
Coming this March to the city of champions, "Sketch Madness," a new sketch comedy show from the writers and producers of the sold-out triumph "Revue This!" An irreverent look at […]
The month of March is home to International Women's Day, Women's History Month, and Jokes for Women! Jokes for Women is a showcase featuring the strongest, fiercest, and funniest women in Pittsburgh Stand Up Comedy.
Coming this March to the city of champions, "Sketch Madness," a new sketch comedy show from the writers and producers of the sold-out triumph "Revue This!" An irreverent look at […]
Don Arner showcases some of the Burgh's most dynamic comics! Featuring comedy sets from Izzy 4 Real, Jus Janell, and Tyler Ray Kendrick
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 […]
Soo Ra is an unsuspecting firecracker. She can be heard on the Netflix is a Joke Sirius XM channel. Join us for a night of Strictly Comedy With Soo Ra
The monthly improv comedy show from Select Start! Featuring special musical guest Kevin O'Brien
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 […]
An interactive comedy game show benefiting Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania! Bracket Night @ Arcade is a fun, interactive game show where the audience and panelists get to decide the BEST of the BEST STUFF.
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 […]
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 […]
Arcade Comedy Theater presents the House Team Hot Spot a show featuring a rotating set of our very own improv comedy teams. Each performance features three house teams jumping into […]
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 […]
Veteran comedy troupe Irony City welcomes a guest storyteller to share a true Pittsburgh story in which they made a questionable decision – then turns that tale into a hilarious improvised performance! A popular monthly show featuring some of the city’s most experienced improvisers.
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 […]
Hop up and play with Ricky Romance Join Ricky Romance as they host Hot Jam, a long-form improv jam presented at the Arcade Comedy Theater and open to all performers! […]
Award-winning comedian and Canadian academy award-nominated actress, Aliya Kanani, is brining her internationally sold out show to Pittsburgh! Join her for a turbulent journey around the world, with tales of fitting in, sticking out and standing up. “Feel connected to humanity through humour.” ★★★★ (Fourth Wall)
To celebrate 15 years of the show that gave improv team “Fondue for Two” their name, Alex Conti and Raina Deerwater present a musical extravaganza improv show to pay homage to none other than GLEE (2009-2015).
Join The Latchkey Kids for a night of improvised comedy, public access TV, and dollar-bin VHS trash!
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.
"Lessons Learned"
Hosted by Alan Olifson
Speakeasy invites some of Pittsburgh's funniest storytellers to tell a true story while DJ Fadewell provides a real-time soundtrack. But when the story ends, we're just getting started. Host Alan Olifson (Moth, WordPlay) takes you behind the story, interviewing each storyteller to ask the burning questions you'd ask if you were sitting next to them at the bar. It's Late Night for the NPR set.
This month's guests include: Austin Gohn & Asher O'Briant!
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 Alistair Spatz.
