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  • UNIQUE

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    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 […]

    $15

  • The Stand-Up Laboratory

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    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 […]

    $15

  • Sketch Comedy Lab

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    SKETCH COMEDY INCUBATOR SPACE A staged reading for brand new sketch comedy. The Sketch Comedy Laboratory is an incubator space presented by Arcade Comedy Theater. Every other month, Sketch Lab […]

    $10

  • Irony City: Am I The Jagoff?

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    Join veteran comedy troupe Irony City as they deftly navigate social missteps on the first Saturday of each month. We’ve all been there: acted out at a wedding when there […]

    $15
  • Level Up Stand-Up returns and a new month means a new lineup! Host Matty Malloy brings together a showcase featuring Jeff Fieldhouse, Andreas O'Rourke, Travis Walling, Lou Pastorius, and Seth Queen.

    Level Up Stand Up

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    Get ready to laugh like never before at Arcade Comedy Theater’s electrifying Level Up Stand-Up showcase! Every month, our stage lights up with a fresh lineup of Pittsburgh’s funniest comics, […]

    $15

  • Duo Two Ways

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    Watch veteran improvisers Fred Brown and Scott Pettis perform two very different improv styles. First, the form known as the “TJ & Dave,” – patient, theatrical, naturalistic. Second, the “Zumpf” […]

    $15
  • Celebrate the life and legacy of "The Insult King," Don Rickles on what would be his 100th birthday! Enjoy performances from Pittsburgh's funniest stand-up comedians and a few surprise guests.

    Happy Birthday Don Rickles!

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    Celebrate the life and legacy of "The Insult King," Mr. Don Rickles, on what would be his 100th birthday! The legendary stand-up comedian and movie star will be honored by […]

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  • Penny Arcade: Kids Comedy Show

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    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 […]

    $12

  • Comedy Bingo with Barbara, A Mother

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    Comedy Bingo Night is back at Arcade and we’re going back to school! Join for an evening of comedy, bingo, and remedial algebra — featuring improv, characters, and PRIZES!

    $15

  • CoWorkers

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    Co-Workers! Is a long form narrative show made up of a combination of short form and long form improv, creating the best type of entertainment…middle management comedy!

    $15

  • Comedy Cofidential with Brittany Alexis

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    Arcade Comedy Theater presents Comedy Confidential, a showcase of Pittsburgh's brightest comedic talents! Host Brittany Alexis brings some of her funniest few friends to the stage for an entertaining night […]

    $18

  • Character World

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    Step into a world where characters collide and stories spiral Character World is an improv comedy show built on connection, chaos, and completely unscripted fun. The night opens with a […]

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  • The Arcade Hootenanny

    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 […]

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  • Ladies, Ladies, Ladies

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    Ladies, Ladies, Ladies of Stand-Up Comedy is a line up of - you guessed it - ladies of the night performing their acts on stage. Not to be confused with […]

    $15

  • Under The Radar: Independent Pittsburgh Improv

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    Join us for an entertaining night of hilarious comedy at Under The Radar and support Pittsburgh’s vibrant improv scene! This monthly showcase of independent teams features a rotating lineup and […]

    $10

  • The Moon Show

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    The Moon Show, Arcade’s only late night talk show, returns Saturday, May 16. An out of this world show, we’ll feature tarot readings, space talk, and maybe some alien visitors?

    $18
  • A Pittsburgh open mic centering queer individuals, women, and femmes! Join us Thursday, January 16, at 10pm and witness some of Pittsburgh's most talented and available comics work through their material.Pittsburgh's first open mic centering queer individuals, women, and femmes! Join us Thursday, January 16, at 10pm and witness some of Pittsburgh's most talented and available comics work through their material.

    Got Rights

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    Arcade Comedy Theater presents Got Rights? – a monthly comedy open mic that celebrates and centers comedy from queer individuals, women, and femmes! Join us upstairs in our black box […]

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  • String and The Beans Slumber Party Show

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    Come spend the night - or at least 75 minutes of it - with String and the Beans for Slumber Party: A Nostalgic '90s Sleepover! Your hosts, Best of PGH […]

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  • Khairy Creek hits the stage at Arcade Comedy Theater on May 22nd for a night of sharp, unpredictable, can’t-look-away comedy. Whether you’ve seen him before or you’re about to become a fan, this is the kind of show people talk about after it’s over. Pittsburgh, don’t miss it—grab your seat and pull up.

    Khairy Creek

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    Catch Khairy Creek live at Arcade Comedy Theater on May 22nd for an unforgettable night of comedy that hits deeper than just laughs. Fresh off appearances at the Netflix Is […]

    $15

  • Beta Stage

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    An experimental show improvising an episode of a Power Rangers-esque Tokusatsu show, based on audience suggestions. Support emerging talent and join us for Beta Stage, a monthly showcase of fresh […]

    $15
  • Fool Moon is an live game show where comedians are not what they seem and your choices help or hinder the hunt! Will the Werewolves manage to devour the town, or will the townsfolk manage to stop them? Only one way to find out: join us!

    Fool Moon

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    Fool Moon is an live game show where comedians are not what they seem. Come watch as our team of improvisers build the story of a village preyed upon by […]

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  • Fight bad guys and dance the Batusi as six comedians improvise their way through a movie none of them have ever seen before! It’s the swingin’ 60s at *BOOTLEG REBOOTS*

    Bootleg Reboots

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    Fight bad guys and dance the Batusi as six comedians improvise their way through a movie none of them have ever seen before! Will they save the day or make […]

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  • Join Select Start and friends as we make up medicines, pretend to have silly ailments, and refer to everyone as doctor. Brace yourself for a fun night of fast paced, improvised short form comedy!

    Select Start

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    They say laughter is the best medicine.. Which is great, because no one on Select Start has medical training. They have, however, watched many hours of medicine based television and […]

    $15

  • Beta Stage

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    Support emerging talent and join us for Beta Stage, a monthly showcase of fresh comedy! Experience the excitement of being a part of the creative process as we provide a […]

    $10

  • Close Encounters with Well Known Strangers

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    See improv troupe Well Known Strangers perform an unscripted play based on audience suggestions. With weird, wacky, and wonderful scenes that are made up on the spot, these performers weave […]

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  • Knights of the Arcade Epic D&D Adventure

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    Join Knights of the Arcade for another hilarious D&D comedy adventure! One of Pittsburgh’s longest running and best-selling comedy shows! A recurring cast of characters are joined by special guests […]

    $15

  • Class Show – IMPROV 101

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 IMPROV 101: Foundations Class Show! Hosted by class instructor Beth Geatches.

    $10

  • Class Show -ORGANIC IMPROV

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 ORGANIC IMPROV Class Show! Hosted by class instructor Brian Gray.

    $10

  • Duo Two Ways

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    Watch veteran improvisers Fred Brown and Scott Pettis perform two very different improv styles. First, the form known as the “TJ & Dave,” – patient, theatrical, naturalistic. Second, the “Zumpf” […]

    $15

  • Class Show – STAND-UP 101

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 STAND-UP 101: Intro to Stand-Up Comedy Class Show! Hosted by class instructor Brittany Alexis.

    $10

  • Class Show – IMPROV 102 (Monday)

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 IMPROV 102: Scenework (Monday) Class Show! Hosted by class instructor Tyler Ray Kendrick.

    $10

  • Class Show – ACCENTS + DIALECTS (UK)

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 ACCENTS + DIALECTS (UK) Class Show! Hosted by class instructors Cynthia Dallas and Michael McBurney.

    $10

  • Class Show – IMPROV 102 (Saturday)

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 IMPROV 102: Scenework (Saturday) Class Show! Hosted by class instructor Alyssa Tomasella.

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  • Fool Moon

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    Fool Moon is an live game show where comedians are not what they seem. Come watch as our team of improvisers build the story of a village preyed upon by […]

  • Class Show – IMPROV 301

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 IMPROV 301: The Harold Class Show! Hosted by class instructor Greg Gillotti.

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  • Class Show – IMPROV 301

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    Arcade Academy 2026 Session 3 IMPROV 301: The Harold Class Show! Hosted by class instructor Greg Gillotti.

    $10

  • Duo Two Ways

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    Watch veteran improvisers Fred Brown and Scott Pettis perform two very different improv styles. First, the form known as the “TJ & Dave,” – patient, theatrical, naturalistic. Second, the “Zumpf” […]

    $15