Steel City Improv Theater

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …

The SCIT is proud to welcome iO Chicago instructors James Dugan and Gretchen Eng performing their improv duo "Jaymes Gretchky" Opening Team: Strong Toddler $10 Admission James Dugan James Dugan was born and raised in Northern California, but moved to Chicago to pursue improv comedy and to learn what this “winter” thing is that everyone has been talking about. In his years in Chicago, he has performed with numerous Harold Teams at iO, taken to the high seas with The…

Watch as our SCIT House Teams storm the stage and create instant theater from your suggestion. House Teams are created from our recent graduates and alumni of our training program. Watch as they create entire worlds from a single suggestion performing scenes that will delight and intrigue all who attend. Pure improvisation. Comedy without a net. After the show, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam at 9:30pm. It’s free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is…

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …

3 TEAMS. ONE SHOW. Everybody, it's the 3FER! Three teams come together for one night to create a one time only show that will never be seen again! Admission: $10

News N'at is a fast paced, fully improvised show that uses real news stories from local newspapers as inspiration for hilarious long form improvisational comedy. Come early and help decide what news stories the cast will have to tackle that night. The audience selected articles will inspire that night's show. And don't take our word for it, just listen to what the critics have to say about News N'at: "No comment" -- The Pittsburgh Post Gazette "Another improv show? We…

Watch as our SCIT House Teams storm the stage and create instant theater from your suggestion. House Teams are created from our recent graduates and alumni of our training program. Watch as they create entire worlds from a single suggestion performing scenes that will delight and intrigue all who attend. Pure improvisation. Comedy without a net. After the show, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam at 9:30pm. It’s free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is…

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …

Hilarious long form improv comedy at its classiest! Nominated as one of three best improv troupes in Pittsburgh for 2018. CLASSY AND RELEVANT features Rachael Wonderlin, Dave Kwiatkowski, Jesse Nesbella, Zane Cook, Jon Baldwin, Natalie Bolea and Sheri Ward CROCODILE'S DILEMMA features Grace Evans, Deric Brown, Ross Holub, Emily Naples, Charlie Barber, Allison Brown and Ron Vassel Featuring: Brothersisterfriend Admission: $10

The Duo Show got started at the SCIT in 2012, when the theater began putting one night only twosomes together. Since it’s inception, the Duo Show has produced hundreds of Duos, some of which are still together! Hosted by Trash in the City (Tricia Pennington and Nash Bernik) Admission: $10  

Make those jazz hands sparkle with pizazz, we're puttin on a musical! Based off of your suggestion, we create one time only brand new musical!

Want to try out musical improv? Anyone can participate in this totally free Jam! That's right - free to play, free to watch! To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED.  JUST SHOW UP!

Watch as our SCIT House Teams storm the stage and create instant theater from your suggestion. House Teams are created from our recent graduates and alumni of our training program. Watch as they create entire worlds from a single suggestion performing scenes that will delight and intrigue all who attend. Pure improvisation. Comedy without a net. After the show, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam at 9:30pm. It’s free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is…

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …

The Deep End experiments with form and flow, creating a unique set that is whimsical, theatrical, and thematic. Also featuring old favorites and new talent from the Pittsburgh improv community. The Deep End is: Gabe DeMaio, Steph Rodgers, Andrew Yankes, Jon David, Becca Hayes, and Nash Bernik. Emeritus: Vishnu Murty, Jeremy Bremer, Michelle Lesifko, Sam Agosto. Admission: $10

A Good Night Out is a monthly show that blends unique stand up and characters that are sure to make you laugh. $10 Admission Produced By: Deric Brown

Watch as our SCIT House Teams storm the stage and create instant theater from your suggestion. House Teams are created from our recent graduates and alumni of our training program. Watch as they create entire worlds from a single suggestion performing scenes that will delight and intrigue all who attend. Pure improvisation. Comedy without a net. After the show, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam at 9:30pm. It’s free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is…

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …

News N'at is a fast paced, fully improvised show that uses real news stories from local newspapers as inspiration for hilarious long form improvisational comedy. Come early and help decide what news stories the cast will have to tackle that night. The audience selected articles will inspire that night's show. And don't take our word for it, just listen to what the critics have to say about News N'at: "No comment" -- The Pittsburgh Post Gazette "Another improv show? We…

Watch as our SCIT House Teams storm the stage and create instant theater from your suggestion. House Teams are created from our recent graduates and alumni of our training program. Watch as they create entire worlds from a single suggestion performing scenes that will delight and intrigue all who attend. Pure improvisation. Comedy without a net. After the show, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam at 9:30pm. It’s free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is…

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …

Hilarious long form improv comedy at its classiest! Nominated as one of three best improv troupes in Pittsburgh for 2018. CLASSY AND RELEVANT features Rachael Wonderlin, Dave Kwiatkowski, Jesse Nesbella, Zane Cook, Jon Baldwin, Natalie Bolea and Sheri Ward CROCODILE'S DILEMMA features Grace Evans, Deric Brown, Ross Holub, Emily Naples, Charlie Barber, Allison Brown and Ron Vassel Featuring: The Shadows Admission: $10

The Duo Show got started at the SCIT in 2012, when the theater began putting one night only twosomes together. Since it’s inception, the Duo Show has produced hundreds of Duos, some of which are still together! Hosted by Trash in the City (Tricia Pennington and Nash Bernik) Admission: $10  

Make those jazz hands sparkle with pizazz, we're puttin on a musical! Based off of your suggestion, we create one time only brand new musical!

Want to try out musical improv? Anyone can participate in this totally free Jam! That's right - free to play, free to watch! To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED.  JUST SHOW UP!

Level One is the starting mark, this is where you learn the fundamentals: Yes and, agreement, listening and commitment. Group exercises, basic scene work and object work are geared to make students more confident, committed performers. For the past six weeks, our students have been practicing these skills and breaking out of their shells. They are ready to put it all on the stage! PLEASE NOTE: Class shows tend to sell out. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Please arrive 15…

Level One is the starting mark, this is where you learn the fundamentals: Yes and, agreement, listening and commitment. Group exercises, basic scene work and object work are geared to make students more confident, committed performers. For the past six weeks, our students have been practicing these skills and breaking out of their shells. They are ready to put it all on the stage! PLEASE NOTE: Class shows tend to sell out. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Please arrive 15…

Level One is the starting mark, this is where you learn the fundamentals: Yes and, agreement, listening and commitment. Group exercises, basic scene work and object work are geared to make students more confident, committed performers. For the past six weeks, our students have been practicing these skills and breaking out of their shells. They are ready to put it all on the stage! PLEASE NOTE: Class shows tend to sell out. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Please arrive 15…

Building upon the Foundations of Improv in Level One, our Level Two students have worked on building truthful, realistic and dynamic scenes by grounding themselves in discovery, exploration and heightening. The best comedy comes from truthful commitment on stage. Watch our Level Two grads, as their work gets even more exciting when they delve deep into the improvised scene. PLEASE NOTE: Class shows tend to sell out. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Please arrive 15 min prior to showtime. Pre-sold…

In Level Four, students learn how to take their scene work and connect them to create one unified piece of comedic theater as ensemble using the format called HAROLD. Students will learn to examine not just individual scenes, but how they relate to entire shows. PLEASE NOTE: Class shows tend to sell out. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Please arrive 15 min prior to showtime. Pre-sold tickets will be released to wait listed patrons 5 min prior to showtime. Please…

Watch as our SCIT House Teams storm the stage and create instant theater from your suggestion. House Teams are created from our recent graduates and alumni of our training program. Watch as they create entire worlds from a single suggestion performing scenes that will delight and intrigue all who attend. Pure improvisation. Comedy without a net. After the show, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam at 9:30pm. It’s free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is…

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …

The Deep End experiments with form and flow, creating a unique set that is whimsical, theatrical, and thematic. Also featuring old favorites and new talent from the Pittsburgh improv community. The Deep End is: Gabe DeMaio, Steph Rodgers, Andrew Yankes, Jon David, Becca Hayes, and Nash Bernik. Emeritus: Vishnu Murty, Jeremy Bremer, Michelle Lesifko, Sam Agosto. Admission: $10

A Good Night Out is a monthly show that blends unique stand up and characters that are sure to make you laugh. $10 Admission Produced By: Deric Brown

Sing out and make it up. Our newest graduates will create compelling scenes until they can’t contain them and they must break out into song!  Come see one time only musicals made up just for you. PLEASE NOTE: Class shows tend to sell out. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended.  Please arrive 15 min prior to showtime. Pre-sold tickets will be released to wait listed patrons 5 min prior to showtime. Please allow time for parking (click here for a map).

Watch as our SCIT House Teams storm the stage and create instant theater from your suggestion. House Teams are created from our recent graduates and alumni of our training program. Watch as they create entire worlds from a single suggestion performing scenes that will delight and intrigue all who attend. Pure improvisation. Comedy without a net. After the show, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam at 9:30pm. It’s free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is…

Every Friday, after our SCIT HOUSE TEAMS show at 8:00pm, stick around for the SCIT Improv Jam. It's free and open to all to watch and/or participate. It is a great way to try out improv or sharpen your skills. And it just plain ol' fun. Sign up begins at 9:20pm and jam begins shortly there after around 9:30pm. To participate, all you need to do is show up and sign up at the theater at 9:20pm. NO TICKET REQUIRED. …