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Formerly Arcade’s longest-running stand-up comedy showcase returns this Saturday, featuring an outstanding lineup of local out-of-town talent! Hosted by Chris Scriva.

Superboss is an unbeatable lineup of standup comics including headliner Shannon Norman, feature Vinny Palatucci, and guest Cass Goodworth. Hosted by Ellen Lundie.

Rising star comedian Josh Dweh makes his return to the Arcade stage with host Brandon Johnson!

A late night comedy show hosted by Brittany Alexis and featuring comedians Jomarius Purse, Chris Duvall, Monica Dunlap, and Stacey Fleurime.

Come see JoMarius Purse live! Speaking about online struggles, growing with life & popular media, JoMarius’s point of view will leave you laughing with a new vision.

“WE GOT NEXT!” Standup Comedian Don Arner (3 time finalist of the Pittsburgh Improv’s Best Comedian competition, 2023 Hollywood’s Best Of the Fest comedy festival) presents a showcases of the best up & coming comedians in Pittsburgh only at the Arcade!

Strictly Comics Of Color: A hilarious stand-up showcase with a vibrant lineup including Navin Sharma, Stacey Fleurime & Sammy Anzer, hosted by Learnmore Jonasi.

Arcade's most popular stand-up comedy showcase! Every month see a brand new lineup of comics bring their best material to our intimate upstairs theater.

A Headlining Stand-Up Show! Fresh off of being named Pittsburgh Magazine's Best Comedian for the second year in a row, Tyler Ray Kendrick debuts a new headlining set. Hosted by Jus Janell and featuring Don Arner. You won't want to miss this hilarious show!

The fastest guns in the kinda-west bring you some of the hottest stand-up Liberty Ave has ever seen! Join Ryder Olle and Dan Docimo as they bring their deep dish, Chicago style comedy to Pittsburgh! Featuring Arcade Comedy favorite Ellen Lundie and hosted by touring comedian Chris Scriva. This is a stand-up comedy show you […]

Khairy Creek brings you into his world of dating, fatherhood, family, and just how wild it can be doing all of that in Baltimore City

You can't beat these comics! Some of Pittsburgh's best will bring their A-game so don't miss headliner Harriet Riley and features Drew Scibetta and Amir Abdallah. Hosted by Ellen Lundie.

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.

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.

Kieron Harrell is a Chicago comedian who was born and raised in Ohio, but like anyone trying to succeed in life, he first had to leave Ohio. Known for his infectious high energy, paired with his deeply personal jokes, Kieron has been captivating audiences across the midwest. He shares stories that range from what it's […]

Don Arner presents: Christmas Eve-Eve standup showcase! Open up some laughs with Pittsburgh’s best comedians.

Where new jokes come alive! The Stand-Up Laboratory is an incubator space where featured comics work on new material in front of a live audience.

Part of Arcade Comedy Theater's celebration of Black comedy — we welcome back comedian Khairy Creek with special guest Kadeem Richardson.

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 begun touring nationally. His new album, "Good Boy" just debuted #1 on iTunes. Chris is also featured in VICE TV's new show Tumbleweeds starring Killer […]

Where jokes come alive!

One of the most stacked lineups of the year! A touring drag queen feature and a Global Headliner!

"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.

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.

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

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.

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.