The Arcade List
2026-08-01 19:00 (America/New_York)
The Arcade List is the absolute A-List of comedy in Pittsburgh. See two independent Pittsburgh teams doing the best comedy in the city. This week we’ve got The Mon (a single continuous set of laugh-out-loud mayhem) and Danger Stage (game-based comedy that will keep you guessing and laughing).

Irony City: Am I The Jagoff?
2026-08-01 19:30
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 was no cookie table, ordered fries on a salad at a fancy restaurant, or dared to move a parking chair – afterward wondering, “Am I the Jagoff?”
Each show, the audience shares stories about some real Jagoff moments, sparking hilarious improvised scenes from Irony City.
Runtime: 75 minutes
Tickets $15 / $10 college students
Ages 16 & up
BYOB 21+

The Boy with the Hot Dog Tattoo
2026-08-01 21:00
Local comedian Matty Malloy brings his half-hour comedy set to Arcade Comedy Theater. Hosted by John Benkart and featuring Lizzie Martin.
Matty Malloy is a comedian, actor, and producer from Pittsburgh, PA. He first appeared on stage at 9 years old as Joseph in his church Christmas play. It was then that Matty found out he loved attention. After receiving a musical theater BFA and spending a few years in NYC, he decided to take a stand-up comedy class at Arcade Comedy Theater. Matty has since spent the past 6 years entertaining and working to become one of the funniest homos in the Steel City. Matty can occasionally be seen on the theatrical stage, most recently appearing as Miranda in Sex N’ the City: An Unauthorized Musical Parody. He has also performed at the Pittsburgh Improv and frequently appears at Bottlerocket Social Hall, having opened for nationally touring comics including Annie Lederman, Liza Treyger, Robby Hoffman, and Nico Carney. Matty has appeared with Don’t Tell Comedy, NY Queer Comedy Festival, MQCFest, and hosted Pittsburgh Pride.

Your ACT with Nonsense
2026-08-02 19:30
Tonight, the A.C.T. stage is yours! Bring your improv team, 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 guided by Nonsense!

Perfect Pairing
2026-08-06 19:00
Come catch three comedy duos providing perfect pairings of laughter and fun fun in this great show. Three pairs means three times the comedy in one night! Don’t miss tonight’s teams: Fondue for Two, Sofa King VS, and Chaos Clowns.

Comedy Royale
2026-08-07 20:00
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.
Runtime: 75 minutes
Tickets $15
Ages 16 & up
BYOB 21+

Stand-Up Lab
2026-08-07 21:00
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.

Penny Arcade: Kids Comedy Show
2026-08-08 14:00
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 60-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 any age through a hands-on approach to theater. Whether your child is a natural performer or a thoughtful observer, the show adapts to each individual, giving everyone a unique and hilarious experience they’ll talk about for a long time! Penny Arcade is a fun and innovative show you won’t find anywhere else in the city.
Important information:
– Runtime: 60 minutes
– Tickets $12 per person (discounts for groups of 4 or 6)
– Suitable for ALL ages
– Parents must be present at all times
– The theater is accessible for guests in wheelchairs and strollers
– Child-appropriate concessions available

The Arcade List
2026-08-08 19:00
See two of the very best (the literal A-List) of independent improv teams in Pittsburgh in one single show! Don’t miss the best-of-the-best.

Comedy Confidential with Brittany Alexis
2026-08-08 21:00
Arcade Comedy Theater presents Comedy Confidential, a showcase of Pittsburgh’s brightest comedic talents!
Brittany Alexis brings some of her funniest few friends to the stage for an entertaining night of stand-up. This show promises a lineup of hilarious performances that will keep you laughing long after the show ends. Whether you’re a lifelong comedy fan or just looking for a fun night out, Comedy Confidential is the perfect escape into the world of humor. Come for an unforgettable evening filled with surprises, camaraderie, and, of course, a whole lot of laughter!

Under the Radar: Independent Pittsburgh Improv
2026-08-09 18:00
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 a supportive atmosphere. You’ll experience a dynamic range of comedic styles and performances each month. Don’t miss out on the chance to see emerging talent and enjoy an evening of unscripted fun!

Improv Jam!
2026-08-09 19:30
Join us for the inaugural Under The Radar: Improv Jam and support Pittsburgh’s vibrant improv scene! Following a 6 pm showcase of independent troupes, the Jam invites improvisors from all over the city to perform in one-night-only teams for an unforgettable night of comedy. Tickets are Pay What You Want with a $5 minimum.
This event is free for performers. We welcome people of all experience levels to be in the Jam — even those who have never performed before. Be silly! Meet some people! Have fun!!

IMPROV 101 Showcase
2026-08-12 19:30
Arcade Academy 2026 Session 4
IMPROV 101: Foundations Class Show!
Hosted by class instructor Sara Kantner

Speedrun
2026-08-13 19:00
Fast, fun improv comedy by Pittsburgh’s best short-form teams. With games in the style of Whose Line Is It Anyway, these troupes will wow you with hilarious, made-up on the spot scenes and characters, all inspired by audience suggestions. Tonight features Select Start and Arcade’s new, short-form house team!

The Arcade Hootenanny
2026-08-14 20:00
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 Fangoria Chainsaw Award Winner and 2-Time Best Filmmaker of Pittsburgh, Steve Rudzinski.

Level Up Stand-Up
2026-08-14 21:00
Level Up Stand-Up returns to the Arcade on Friday, August 14 with headliner Teresa Roberts Logan. Teresa has performed at Gotham Comedy Club, Zanies, and The Denver Improv and has opened for household names such as Maria Bamford and Jerry Seinfeld. Featuring local legends Cassi Bruno, OG Aunt Chris, and Kelli O’Neil and hosted by Arcade’s very own Abby Evans, this is one show you won’t wanna miss!

The Arcade List
2026-08-15 19:00
See two of the very best (the literal A-List) of independent improv teams in Pittsburgh in one single show! Don’t miss the best-of-the-best. Tonight’s teams: Sleepover and Penny After Dark.

Comedy Bingo Night with Barbara, A Mother
2026-08-15 21:00
Sharpen those pencils, it’s back to school time! Come celebrate with Barbara, A Mother as they do their signature improv intermittent with Bingo, with our host, everyone’s favorite tween boy Trombone, and a special opening set by the Arcade teachers!

Perfect Pairing
2026-08-20 19:00
Catch a great night of comedy with three amazing, long-standing duo teams: Iguanatron, The John Connor Chronicles, and The 717’s.

Got Rights?
2026-08-20 21:00
A monthly stand-up open mic that celebrates and centers queer folk, women, and femmes! See some of Pittsburgh’s most talented comics work through their material, try new jokes, take risks, and learn from their previous missteps. Whether it’s good, bad, funny, or crass, you decide if you want to laugh.
Got Rights? showcases the incredible talent in our vibrant stand-up comedy community. Bring your friends, your laughter, and your keen comedy judgment for a night of fresh perspectives and bold humor.
Hosted by Kayleigh Dumas

Laugh Long and Prosper: An Improvised Space Adventure
2026-08-21 18:30, 2026-08-28 18:30
Join the Bridge Crew of the USS Yes, Andromeda as they explore the galaxy, meet new aliens and cultures, mediate intergalactic disputes, and learn about life, themselves, and each other in a fully improvised space adventure in the style of your favorite Sci-Fi adventure show. Will the crew save an endangered civilization from destruction? Will the curmudgeonly doctor finally find love? Will the chief engineer’s surprise birthday party be a success? Will an alien probe threaten to destroy the earth unless the crew can travel back to the mid 1990’s to capture two humpback whales and bring them to the future to communicate with the probe? The only way to find out is to come aboard! Red alert!

Unique: An Improv Show About Disabilities and Mental Health
2026-08-21 19:00
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 the disability and mental health community who share real stories about their lives and a cast of improvisers with disabilities ranging from: stuttering disorders, autism, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and many others!
Studies show that 1 in 4 individuals have a disability (currently over 1 billion people worldwide), 1 in 3 people will develop a disability within their lifetime, and 1 in 4 individuals experience a mental health episode annually. Let’s come out and embrace this community on stage and welcome them into our improv world!
UNIQUE is hosted and directed by Kunal Mahajan, a person who has had a lifelong stuttering disability.

Fool Moon
2026-08-21 20:30
Fool Moon is a 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 Werewolves with your suggestions and before your very eyes. Will the Werewolves manage to devour the town, or will the townsfolk manage to stop them? Only one way to find out: attend the show!
Shaun Wickett, Rachel Bachy, and Val Koester join the Fang Gang this show as our Summer Special Guests!

Do Re Ti: Fundraiser Show
2026-08-22 18:30
You’re Cordially Invited
Do, Re, Ti Party is an evening of music and laughter in support of Arcade Comedy Theater!
With a Premium Tier ticket, the festivities begin with a Pre-Show Tea Party at 5:15p, where guests can enjoy tea, pastries, and prizes. Your ticket also includes admission to the evening’s performance, making it the perfect way to experience the entire event.
When the show begins at 6:30p, settle in for a one-of-a-kind musical comedy variety show featuring some of Pittsburgh’s finest musical performers:
* Knights of the Arcade: embark on an improvised Dungeons & Dragons-inspired adventure shaped by your suggestions.
* Parental Leave: laugh along with hilarious original comedy songs about parenting and the absurdity of adulthood.
* String and the Beans: enjoy the whimsy of a fully improvised musical inspired by the audience.
The Do Re Ti Party is hosted by Anna Rose: musical improv enthusiast, tea party aficionado, and your guide through this melodic celebration.
Ticket Options
We want everyone to be able to celebrate with us while supporting Arcade’s future, so performance tickets are offered on a sliding scale to help make the event accessible for artists, students, and creatives.
Choose the ticket level that best fits your budget. Every ticket includes admission to the 6:30p show, while guests looking for the full experience can purchase a Tea Party Fundraiser Ticket, which includes both the pre-show tea party (5:15p) and performance (6:30).
Premium Tier including the Pre-Show Tea Party: $55
Donor Tier tickets: $25
Artist Tier ticekts: $15
Stay for the Jam!
After the showcase, the music doesn’t stop.
Everyone is invited to stick around for a free musical improv jam hosted by longtime musical improviser Renee Rabenold & Steve Gottschalk. Whether you’re an experienced performer ready to jump onstage or simply want to watch the fun unfold, the jam is a joyful, low-pressure way to end the evening and make music together.
So raise a teacup to enjoy a night of unforgettable comedy and help support Arcade Comedy Theater!
5:15 pm Tea Party (limited tickets available!)
6:30 pm Performance
8:00 pm Free Musical Improv Jam

The Arcade List
2026-08-22 19:00
See two of the very best (the literal A-List) of independent comedy teams in Pittsburgh in one single show. This week we’re featuring Latchkey Kids and Bipocalypse. Don’t miss the best-of-the-best!

STAND-UP 101 Showcase
2026-08-24 19:30
Arcade Academy 2026 Session 4
STAND-UP 101: Intro to Stand-Up Comedy Class Show!
Hosted by class instructor Brittany Alexis.

Game Players
2026-08-24 20:00
GAME PLAYERS
An improv comedy showcase starring the Arcade Academy’s reccent IMPROV 103: Game and Pattern class, hosted by Alex Conti!
Tickets $10
Ages 16 & up
BYOB 21+

Improv Duos Showcase
2026-08-25 20:00
IMPROV DUOS SHOWCASE
An evening of improv comedy showcasing the Arcade Academy’s reccent IMPROV DUOS class, hosted by Scott Pettis!
Tickets $10
Ages 16 & up
BYOB 21+

Musical Comedy at Arcade: String and the Beans
2026-08-27 19:00
Join Arcade Comedy Theater for a night of hilarious and melodic comedy. Local troupe String and the Beans will take audience suggestions and weave them into a series of musical scenes like you’ve never seen or heard before. Also featuring an opening set by Arcade’s new musical improv house team!
