Arcade Comedy Theater

Get ready to roll with laughter at the Arcade Comedy Theater where the best comedians in town take the stage for a night of hilarious, unapologetic humor. From sharp-witted observations to outrageous anecdotes, our lineup promises a blend of clever punchlines and side-splitting moments that will leave you gasping for breath. Whether you're a comedy […]

Ignite your Friday nights at 7 pm with Arcade Comedy Theater's House Team Hot Spot! Our talented house teams will light up the stage with spontaneous hilarity, quick-witted banter, and scenes that are sure to leave you in stitches. Come see why these performers are the heartbeat of Pittsburgh's comedy scene as they turn your […]

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Join us monthly as we showcase new and experimental acts, returning teams, and new ideas by familiar favorites! See the Arcade shows of tomorrow TODAY*

*if today is the fourth Saturday of the month

Experienced improvisors Well Known Strangers get a suggestion from the audience to inspire laugh out loud stories and characters. Don't miss this night of clever and absurd scenes by this fun-loving team of goofs. With opening set by Jetpack Armadillos!

Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's newest stand up comics debut the material they developed in our 8-week Stand Up 101 class! Instructor: Brittany Alexis

Come see Arcade Comedy Theater's rising stars take the stage to show off what they have learned in their Improv 301: The Harold class show! Instructor: Raina Deerwater

Ignite your Friday nights at 7 pm with Arcade Comedy Theater's House Team Hot Spot! Our talented house teams will light up the stage with spontaneous hilarity, quick-witted banter, and scenes that are sure to leave you in stitches. Come see why these performers are the heartbeat of Pittsburgh's comedy scene as they turn your […]

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.

An informal and intimate evening of song, laughter, and real human connection for all ages. Chris Leone is a man on a mission to counter the loneliness and isolation of our digital age. Using the time-tested real life tools of music, laughter, and front-porch storytelling, he and his fellow musicians will sing and weave their […]

Join veteran comedy troupe Irony City as they deftly navigate social missteps on the first Saturday 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 – afterwards wondering, “Am I the Jagoff?”Each […]

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.

Ignite your Friday nights at 7 pm with Arcade Comedy Theater's House Team Hot Spot! Our talented house teams will light up the stage with spontaneous hilarity, quick-witted banter, and scenes that are sure to leave you in stitches. Come see why these performers are the heartbeat of Pittsburgh's comedy scene as they turn your […]

It's the last Latchkey Kids of 2024! Celebrate our favorite holiday with us in The Latchkey Kids Scared Shitless 2! Not only have The Latchkey Kids been named Best of the Burgh by Pittsburgh Magazine three years in a row, but we also have a sick Camaro our uncle gave us. Joining us is improv […]

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 […]

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 Fred Brown.

FREE POPCORN & CANDY CORN ALERT! Pittsburgh's traveling troupe of theater geeks "Fridge Art Sketch Show" returns for a Halloween-themed spectacle of blood (corn syrup) and dark comedy!