Upcoming Shows:

Fri, August 2
7:00: Lancaster Improv’s First Friday Free For All
Two teams give you a taste of improv, then you take the stage to show them how it’s done! Whether you’re a veteran of the stage or doing improv for the first time, you’ll be supported by the evening’s coach in attempting games and scenes. FREE to all! BYOB . Showtimes are at 7:00 & 7:45. Jam at 8:30.

Sat, August 3
8:30: 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 free PEACH JAM at 10:00pm.

Upcoming

Acting For Improvisors Level 1 by Tom Kelley

Class Description: In this 6-week course you’ll explore how to make every character you play a multi-dimensional human being (or creature). Be inspired by the way you’re sitting and discover a backstory for your character from the way you scratch your head. Have real relationships with your scene partners that explore the complexity that exists in this world. Never fear silence again. You’ll begin to hear the audience listen in new ways, and the laughs you get will be richer. This class runs Mondays from 7 pm-9 pm on the dates 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 and 10/14. The Class Show date will be determined. Ticket sale ends at 11:30 pm on Saturday 9/7!
About the teacher: Tom Kelley is an improviser, actor, director, and teacher. Starting out as a professional actor, Tom switched to improv in 2014, training in multiple programs including Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) and Reckless Theatre in NYC, and also extensively with the Swedish improv teacher, Anders Fors.

Classes:

Tuesday Improv 101 With Angie!

About the Class: This is an 8 week long class that will teach the fundamentals of long form Improv Comedy. Topics covered include agreement with a scene partner, character creation, listening as a character and an actor, and exploring the worlds created in scenes. The class ends with a graduation show where the students can show their friends and family the skills learned. This class runs Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm on the dates: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, and 11/5 . You can miss no more than two session to be eligible for the class show! Class show date is to be determined! Ticket sale ends at 11:30pm on Sunday 9/15!
About the teacher: Angie has been performing improvised comedy since 2015 and has been a member of the LIP Theater for just under 5 years now. She coaches one of the LIP House Teams, Peach Soda! She encourages performers to bring their weirdness, energy, and individuality up on stage!

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