Steel City Improv Theater

Who knew the enchanted (cursed?) town of Mystic Falls was actually located in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood? You are compelled to join Elena, Stefan, Damon, and the gang as they improvise a never-before-seen episode of TVD to celebrate the spookiest month of the year!

We all know what happened to Jack and Rose.  But what else happened on that fateful night of April 15th, 1912?  Who was making a mess in the kitchen right before Titanic struck berg? And what was goin' on right before Mount Vesuvius erupted??  In this long-form improv show, we explore some of our favorite tragedies.  Let’s finally figure out what else went down right before someone shouted, “ICEBERG AHEAD!”

DJ CATNAPPER PRESENTS… Shocktober: Thrillerz & Chillerz Join Steel City Improv Theater for a wild, experimental variety show full of laser lights, glow sticks, air horn noises, the best EDM, and of course, a variety of performances from Steel City Improv performers with NO HOLDS BARRED. You get to chill and watch lit AF performances from SCITizens as they GO HARD!  No cap, this is a bomb-a$$ show that you won’t want to miss!  

It may be 8PM in Pittsburgh, but it's 2AM at a diner somewhere. Pull up a stool, grab a hot cup of mud, and order something off the grill. This improvised show invites you into the Hopper painting, to spend some time with some lonely night-owls, gathering at the one spot still open. This is a character-focused improv show, where we learn about the lonely people at the counter, about what brought them there, and maybe even a little something…

In 2021, comedian Deric Brown went on the dark web and bought an item claiming to have the ability to take anyone from any time in history and bring them to our present time. Join him as he hosts a talk show where he interviews different beings from other timelines in history.

Put on your best Halloween duds and join us for tricks, treats, and comedy! Our improvisers will take your spooky suggestion and put on a show full of scary stories, wacky characters, and supernatural surprises!

The year was 2006. With a culture war raging and the conscience of a country at stake, one pseudonymous author stepped up to heal a nation the way only exceedingly bad gothic Harry Potter fanfiction could. By turns exceedingly vulgar, deeply cringeworthy, and indescribably confusing, "My Immortal" captured the anxious zeitgeist of the age in a way that no competently written or remotely sensical work ever could. Were we ever so young? The year was 2020. With a culture war raging…

Wouldn't it be nice to laugh at the news for once? Good "news"! We cull from the headlines the funniest and weirdest stories we can find, and our all-star improvisers use them as inspiration for scenes equal parts bizarre, hilarious, and unique. This Just In: Because the news shouldn't just be something your elderly relatives fall asleep in front of!

An original character takes us into their world. Little do they know, a team of improvisers is waiting in the wings to take their tale and use it as inspiration. We’ve come to improve upon these characters. $5 Admission

The Draft is a premier monthly show at the Steel City Improv Theater. We take select SCIT students and SCIT veterans and mix them together to make awesome, one time only teams. The Draft is the only show that combines the wisdom of improv vets and the excitement of new fresh student faces. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to watch these one-time-only improv teams. PLEASE NOTE: The performers for this show are invited. Purchasing a ticket to this show is…

“Song-gestions: Improv Inspired by Song” is a new show! Are you ready to be entertained? Talented improvisors will use song interpretations to create a comedic tapestry of made-up-on-the-spot, inspired scenes. The Song-gestion Improv players are a group made up of fresh faces and crafty veterans. How will the songs be interpreted? Well, come on in and see (and hear)! Show Host Bill Halloran will try to keep this madness on track. The Mighty Quinn Strand, tech extraordinaire, is in the…

"A rose by any other name would smell as sweet." -- Bob Marley The team formerly known as Harold Be Thy Name is now Undeclared Pecans (at least until we change it again). From a chaotic menagerie of interpersonal conflict, we weave a hilarious improvised tapestry of character and relationship from soup to nuts. New look, same great taste! Admission: $5.00

Hilarious long-form improv comedy at its classiest! Nominated as one of three best improv troupes in Pittsburgh. CLASSY AND RELEVANT features Rachael Wonderlin, Dave Kwiatkowski, Zane Cook, Raymond Giorgi, Julieanne Zackey, Patrick Hsieh. CROCODILE'S DILEMMA features Grace Evans, Deric Brown, Emily Naples, Charlie Barber, Allison Brown and Ron Vassel. Admission: $5.00

What the vondruke is the SCIT Improv Jam? It’s like an open mic for improv. All are welcome to sign up and perform on our SCIT stage! It’s free to watch and free participate. It’s a great way to try out improv, sharpen your skills, and connect with the SCIT community. And it’s just plain ol’ fun. Reserve your spot to watch and/or participate by “purchasing” a free ticket today!  Please arrive 15 minutes prior to show time. Admission: Free…

In 2021, comedian Deric Brown went on the dark web and bought an item claiming to have the ability to take anyone from any time in history and bring them to our present time. Join him as he hosts a talk show where he interviews different beings from other timelines in history. Admission: $5.00

Pittsburgh's only over 55 improv team. The Originals Are... Al Toohey Carol Chestnut Dave McCabe Debbie Witchel Admission: $5.00

We all know what happened to Jack and Rose.  But what else happened on that fateful night of April 15th, 1912?  Who was making a mess in the kitchen right before Titanic struck berg? And what was goin' on right before Mount Vesuvius erupted??  In this long-form improv show, we explore some of our favorite tragedies.  Let’s finally figure out what else went down right before someone shouted, “ICEBERG AHEAD!” Admission: $5.00

Join Steel City Improv Theater for a wild, experimental variety show full of laser lights, glow sticks, air horn noises, the best EDM, and of course, a variety of performances from Steel City Improv performers with NO HOLDS BARRED. You get to chill and watch lit AF performances from SCITizens as they GO HARD!  No cap, this is a bomb-a$$ show that you won’t want to miss! Admission: $5.00  

Wouldn't it be nice to laugh at the news for once? Good "news"! We cull from the headlines the funniest and weirdest stories we can find, and our all-star improvisers use them as inspiration for scenes equal parts bizarre, hilarious, and unique. This Just In: Because the news shouldn't just be something your elderly relatives fall asleep in front of!

An original character takes us into their world. Little do they know, a team of improvisers is waiting in the wings to take their tale and use it as inspiration. We’ve come to improve upon these characters. $5 Admission

“Song-gestions: Improv Inspired by Song” is a new show! Are you ready to be entertained? Talented improvisors will use song interpretations to create a comedic tapestry of made-up-on-the-spot, inspired scenes. The Song-gestion Improv players are a group made up of fresh faces and crafty veterans. How will the songs be interpreted? Well, come on in and see (and hear)! Show Host Bill Halloran will try to keep this madness on track. The Mighty Quinn Strand, tech extraordinaire, is in the…

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 FREE ticket purchase is recommended. Please arrive 15 min prior to showtime.…

Hilarious long-form improv comedy at its classiest! Nominated as one of three best improv troupes in Pittsburgh. CLASSY AND RELEVANT features Rachael Wonderlin, Dave Kwiatkowski, Zane Cook, Raymond Giorgi, Juli Zackey, Patrick Hsieh. CROCODILE'S DILEMMA features Grace Evans, Deric Brown, Emily Naples, Charlie Barber, Allison Brown and Ron Vassel. Admission: $5.00

Pittsburgh's only over 55 improv team. The Originals Are... Al Toohey Carol Chestnut Dave McCabe Debbie Witchel Admission: $5.00

The Draft is a premier monthly show at the Steel City Improv Theater. We take select SCIT students and SCIT veterans and mix them together to make awesome, one time only teams. The Draft is the only show that combines the wisdom of improv vets and the excitement of new fresh student faces. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to watch these one-time-only improv teams. PLEASE NOTE: The performers for this show are invited. Purchasing a ticket to this show is…

We all know what happened to Jack and Rose.  But what else happened on that fateful night of April 15th, 1912?  Who was making a mess in the kitchen right before Titanic struck berg? And what was goin' on right before Mount Vesuvius erupted??  In this long-form improv show, we explore some of our favorite tragedies.  Let’s finally figure out what else went down right before someone shouted, “ICEBERG AHEAD!” Admission: $5.00