Upcoming
Shows:
Friday, May 2 · 7 – 9:30pm
Lancaster Improv’s First Friday Free For All
Two teams give you a taste of what improv can be, then you take the stage to show them how it’s done! Whether you’re storied veteran of the stage, or a doing improv comedy for the first time, you’ll be supported by the evening’s coach in attempting games and scenes. FREE to all!
Saturday, May 3 · 7 – 8pm
CULT CLASSIC: An Improvised Movie
The lights dim as the projector begins to whir; watch your new favorite film unfold before your eyes in a spontaneous act of cinema! Bring your own popcorn for a dazzling tribute to the silver screen that will have you on the edge of your seat. The movies are back! $12 at the door
Saturday, May 3 · 8:30 – 9:30pm
Saturday Night Improv: Peach Soda!
Hilarious games and silly scenes abound in this monthly improv showcase from Lancaster Improv Players’ legendary house team PEACH SODA. Watch as this team of expert players deftly transforms your suggestions into a refreshing array of punchlines & parables – then after the show, try improv for yourself at the PEACH JAM!
Upcoming
Intro to Short Form Improv With Mike!
About the Class: This class focuses on the basics of short-form improv comedy games, as seen in popular shows such as Whose Line Is It Anyway? Each class will concentrate on a specific type of short-form game and the skills needed to perform it successfully. The goal of this class is to establish a general understanding of different types of short-form improv games, as well as the skills necessary to succeed in these bite-sized, fast-paced improv scenes!
This class runs of Tuesdays from 7pm to 9:30pm on the following dates: 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10, and 6/17. There will be a class show on Saturday 6/21 at 5pm! To be eligible to participate in the class show, you may miss one (1) of the sessions. The class will be on sale from Monday 3/31 at noon to Sunday 5/11 at noon.
Class Requirements: This class requires students to have completed LIP Improv 101 Class to take this class. If you have equivalent training, please seek our Artistic Director Approval. You can seek that by emailing this event a question.
Classes:
Elective: The Monoscene with Brian Shea
About the Class: The monoscene is a long-form structure featuring one uninterrupted scene taking place in one location, an improvised one-act play of sorts. This class will focus on key aspects of characters, relationships and narrative improv to help participants build new worlds through monoscenes. Find out what life without edits really feels like.
This class requires students to have completed LIP’s Improv 201 or Artistic Director approval! Students must be 18 or older for this class!
This Class will run Mondays from 7pm-9:30pm on the following dates: 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, and 6/30 (no class 6/23!). This class has a class show on Monday 7/7 at 7:30pm! Ticket sale ends at noon on Saturday 5/31!
About the teacher: Brian Shea (he/him) discovered improv in 2015 and has gone full speed ahead ever since. He joined LIP in 2022 and performs with Peach Soda, Cult Classic and the LIP Touring Company. Brian loves to explore the possibilities improv can offer each perfomer.
About Us
Lancaster Improv Players (LIP), founded in 2015, has performed throughout Pennsylvania.
LIP became an independent nonprofit organization in 2019.
We opened up our first improv theater at 10 S. Prince Street in August 2019.
In May 2020, we moved nearby to our present location at 16 S Prince Street in Downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
LIP teams perform on our stage weekly.
We offer an entertaining mix of long- and short-form, crafting an unforgettable experience for the audience!
Giving Back
Lancaster Improv Players gives back in many ways, find out more:
Support Us
Lancaster Improv Players is a 501(c)3 nonprofit formed in Pennsylvania. We are based out of our theater in Lancaster, PA. Please consider donating to support our work
Latest Update
Hi folks,
Lancaster Improv Players has shows going 3 weekends a month and we want to see you! The best way to stay on top of what’s coming up, be it shows, classes, or our Touring Company’s appearances is via our mailing list, sign up below to keep in touch.
Much love,
The Lancaster Improv Players