Under The Radar: Independent Pittsburgh Improv
2026-04-18 19:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Join us for an entertaining night of hilarious comedy at Under The Radar and support Pittsburgh’s vibrant improv scene! This month’s lineup features independent improv teams Trees, Morning Bandits, and Horse World. Don’t miss out on the chance to see emerging talent and enjoy an evening of unscripted fun!

The Mon
2026-04-18 20:00
Six of Pittsburgh’s best improvisers perform a fully improvised play in one continuous scene.

Pass The Mic
2026-04-18 21:00
Local favorites. Longer sets. Big laughs. This is the show everyone’s been waiting for. Four comics will pass the mic relay-style, keeping the energy high from start to finish.
It’s a night built for comedy fans who want more time with these hilarious writers and performers. Expect fresh jokes, bold perspectives, and the kind of chemistry that makes Pittsburgh’s comedy scene one of a kind.
Whether you’re a die-hard comedy fan or just looking for something unforgettable to do on a Saturday night, PASS THE MIC! delivers a fast-paced, long-form laugh marathon that showcases the best of what our city’s stand-ups can do.
Featuring: Aarik Nesby, Harriet Riley, Abigail Elias, and Jeff Fieldhouse

Comedy Press Conference
2026-04-24 19:00
Comics hit the stage and deliver their sets. Then, they step up to the podium and face the press. These comedians are hilariously talented but have absolutely ZERO media training.
Featuring: Ronnie Fleming, Lydia Henninger, Alyssa Moon, Andreas O’Rourke, and Blake Scala

Select Start Improv Show
2026-04-24 21:00
And with the first pick of the IMPROV draft Select Start chooses…..YOU!! Yinzers and football fanatics from across the country are descending on Pittsburgh for the NFL draft and Select Start is ready to break down the insanity. From teammates that have money riding on a 4 team parlay on Sundays to others that lovingly refer to any sport as “Sportsball”, we’re ready to hit the turf and perform under those Friday Night Lights!!

House Team Hot Spot
2026-04-30 19:00
A Trio of Home-Grown Improv Teams
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 house teams jumping into the hot spot and bringing their unique brand of comedy. See lively short-form games with plenty of opportunities for the audience to get involved; kick back and watch a dynamic long-form improv set unfold based on a single suggestion. All of it adds up to a unique night of live comedy that burns bright for 75 minutes!
Runtime: 75 minutes
Tickets $15 / $10 college students
Ages 16 & up
BYOB 21+

UNIQUE
2026-05-01 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.

The Stand-Up Laboratory
2026-05-01 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.

Sketch Comedy Lab
2026-05-02 19:00
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 features sketches from writers who have attended our writers room and are performed by a roster of comedic actors. See cutting edge comedy and new scripted works written by some of the city’s funniest up-and-coming writers.
Runtime: 75 minutes
Tickets $10 / $5 college students
Ages 16 & up
BYOB 21+ (fee waived)

Irony City: Am I The Jagoff?
2026-05-02 20:00
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+

Level Up Stand Up
2026-05-02 21:00
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, rising stars, and special touring guests. Enjoy an unbeatable night of comedy for just $15 (with $5 BYOB). Join us in the Cultural District for an unforgettable, fun-filled evening that promises non-stop laughter and incredible entertainment! Hosted by Matty Malloy and featuring Jeff Fieldhouse, Andreas O’Rourke, Lou Pastorius, and Seth Queen.

Your ACT
2026-05-03 19:30
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 guided by Nonsense!

Hot Dog Accessories
2026-05-07 19:00
Hot Dog Accessories is back with an off-the-rails night of long form improv, and this time—we’re going cinematic! Join us for the Hot Dog Picture Show, where we screen at a short film that we’ve never seen (and you probably haven’t, either), and then use it as the inspiration for a wild, character-driven Slacker set that hops between story lines like your favorite cult classic. Come witness a night of comedy that’s weird, unpredictable, and 100% made up on the spot. Popcorn not included—but chaos is guaranteed.
Bonus feature: The breakout improv duo JailScheme will be delivering one of their signature hilarious sets before the main event!

Duo Two Ways
2026-05-08 19:00
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” – fast, bold, always moving. Whether you’re simply looking for an entertaining show or you’re a dedicated improv nerd, this show will leave you thinking, “wow.” Scott was trained in Chicago. Fred was trained in Philadelphia. They met in the spring of 2023. They realized, “hey we really like performing together.” So they are doing that.

Horsing Around
2026-05-08 20:00
Horsing Around featuring Horse World and Horse Divorce
Horse World: Spinning out of Steel City Improv house teams, Horseworld has been performing in several lineups for two years on Pittsburgh stages. The current lineup features Michael Casey (Penny Pressed), Heaven Brown (Penny Pressed), Tom Saporito (NARSH!), and John Antinori (Pot Roast). Inspired by the T.J. and Dave format, Horseworld improvises character-driven mono scenes
Horse Divorce: This 2025-2026 Arcade Comedy Theater “Hot Spot” House Team stars Justin Baumgarten, Greg Kulik, Sydnei Lewis, Philip Mazzoni, Megha Pai, Kirk Peters, Max Reusing, Jared Slodowick, and Abigail Tita. Horse Divorce began as a Harold team coached by Connor McCanlus, performing weekly improv shows from September of 2025 through April of 2026.

Happy Birthday Don Rickles!
2026-05-08 21:00
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 Pittsburgh comedians:
Cassi Bruno
Jo Crawford
Abigail Elias
Alex Homyak
Matty Malloy
Johnny Traficante
Whitney Mor
& a few surprise celebrity guests!
These comics will bring their A-game to pay tribute to the greatest comeback comic of all time. Hecklers beware!

Penny Arcade: Kids Comedy Show
2026-05-09 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 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 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
What to Expect
Penny Arcade was designed to include activities and subject matter appropriate for kids aged 4 to 8 — the experience is a fun, goofy time for everyone in the room!
Through games and activities, guests will learn about the foundations of improv comedy: collaboration, support, and listening. Kids can hop up and interact with the performers, use their imaginations, and get silly. By the end of the show, every guest is a “Penny Player” and has the opportunity to engage with the show and unleash their sense of humor!
While we encourage everyone in the room to engage with the production, it’s not a requirement. Children are encouraged to do what’s most comfortable for them. There are moments when everyone will be sitting down watching a live comedy performance, and when we’re all dancing and moving about the space. Quiet rooms will also be available if a family needs to step out and take a break.

Comedy Bingo with Barbara, A Mother
2026-05-09 19:00
Mother knows best — or does she?? Find out this month at comedy bingo night: a mother’s day celebration of comedy and bingo! Featuring comedy, bingo, prizes, and your host: Barbara, a Mother!

CoWorkers
2026-05-09 20:00
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!

Comedy Cofidential with Brittany Alexis
2026-05-09 21:00
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 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!

Character World
2026-05-14 19:00
Wild characters. Unexpected stories. Completely made up on the spot.
Character World is an improv comedy show where unforgettable personalities collide in fast, funny, and unpredictable ways. Every scene begins with a simple audience suggestion and spirals into hilarious worlds filled with awkward encounters, big emotions, strange relationships, and characters who refuse to stay in their own scenes.
No scripts. No rehearsed lines. Just bold comedy, quick thinking, and spontaneous moments that will never happen the same way again.
Expect:
Big characters
Fast-paced scenes
Unexpected connections
Callback laughs
Total chaos in the best way
Whether you love improv or you’re just looking for a fun night out, Character World delivers an energetic comedy experience full of surprises. Bring friends, shout out suggestions, and watch an entire comedy universe come to life right in front of you.
One night only. Completely unique.

The Arcade Hootenanny
2026-05-15 19:00
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 special guest Robin Hitchcock.

Ladies, Ladies, Ladies
2026-05-15 21:00
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 sex workers, these local Pittsburgh comedians are ready to make you laugh till you pee. (No offense to sex workers – you take a load off the rest of us. So if anything, thank you for your service!) Everyone is invited to join in on the foolishness…we could all benefit from some pelvic floor exercises.
Featuring
Cassi Bruno
Chicken
Lizzie Martin
Alex Runyon
Jenny Lopez and more.

Under The Radar: Independent Pittsburgh Improv
2026-05-16 19:00
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!

Fondue for Two
2026-05-16 20:00
What’s better than two funny people doing improv? Two more funny people doing improv! Join Pittsburgh’s only comedy duo named after the hit television series GLEE (2009-2015), FONDUE FOR TWO as they do some classic, straight up improv! They are joined by fellow duo DADDY NEW YEAR to start off the evening. Come out for a night of laughs, gags, and goofs!

The Moon Show
2026-05-16 21:00
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?

New Blood: Student Showcase
2026-05-21 19:00
A night of fresh new comedy by the future stars of the Pittsburgh scene in a special showcase of Arcade Academy’s new blood!
Produced by Cassie Pfannenstiel and E.G.Suzy
Runtime: 75 minutes
Tickets $15/Student Discount $10
Ages 16 & up
BYOB 21+

Got Rights
2026-05-21 21:00
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 theater every third Thursday at 9 pm and witness some of Pittsburgh’s most talented and available comics work through their material. An open mic is not a show. It is practice, a place to try new jokes, adjust old ones, and, most importantly, take risks and make mistakes. Whether it’s good, bad, funny, or crass, YOU decide if you want to laugh. Got Rights? is the mic to support and enjoy the incredible talent from our vibrant comedy community. Bring your friends, your laughter, and your keen comedy judgment for a night of fresh perspectives and bold humor.

String and The Beans Slumber Party Show
2026-05-22 19:00
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 comedy group String and the Beans, will turn your suggestions into a night of improvised, musical fun. Expect prank phone calls, sleepover games like spin the bottle, remixed songs from your childhood, and an improvised musical inspired by your beloved childhood films. We are also excited to feature our special sleepover guests, the duo team Jail Scheme. Come in your pajamas! BYOBlanket and pillow.

Khairy Creek
2026-05-22 21:00
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 A Joke Comedy Festival and heard on SiriusXM, Khairy brings a sharp, confident voice backed by powerful storytelling that pulls you in and doesn’t let go.
Blending honesty, edge, and unexpected turns, his comedy goes beyond punchlines—it’s real, it’s engaging, and it sticks with you long after the show ends. Whether you’re already a fan or discovering him for the first time, this is a performance you’ll want to be in the room for.
Pittsburgh—don’t wait on this one. Lock in your seats now and experience it live.
