UCB Franklin
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Thirsty for the Limelight (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThirsty for the Limelight is a musical comedy bursting at the seams with innovative puppetry, original live music, and razor-sharp wit. The saga follows Esmerelda, a washed-up cabaret diva from yesteryear, who is thirsty for another round of fame. However, this arduous task will bring Esmerelda deep into the fiery land of Showbizz. With the support of her resourceful guide, Shmiza Shminnelli, Esmerelda encounters hordes of hopefuls also seeking fame and fortune: a TikTok chef, a pirate stand-up comedian, and an avant-garde artist. In order to reach the sacred limelight, Esmerelda must […]
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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FRIDAY (Late) FIX! (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA night of improv comedy featuring two of LA’s top teams performing back-to-back. Get your FIX every FRIDAY. Featuring: Bitchin’: Brace yourself for Bitchin’! Their fast-paced, physical, and overly supportive style is guaranteed to make you cream your jeans. So get a ticket or get a life! Cast: Lisa Gilroy, Rekha Shankar, Colin McGurk, Jake Jabbour, Rachel Van Nes, Allyn Pintal, Mikey Stephens, Wayland McQueen & Rita Repulsa: Much like our namesake, Rita Repulsa is pure wicked bitch chaos. This is not a […]
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CATHARSIS: Seriously Funny (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesCATHARSIS has been performed at the UCB Theater since 2017. It started as a way for improvisers to show off their acting chops, focusing less on the “game of the scene” and more on creating real situations with real people dealing with real issues. While there have been serious scenes and topics handled by performers, the show has remained relentlessly and deliriously funny! Since 2016, CATHARSIS has held nearly 50 shows on two coasts, with over 500 featured performers. Hosted […]
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A Miracle on Christmas Street (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesA Miracle on Christmas Street is the ultimate HOLIDAY COMEDY experience—a fast-paced, TWO-PERSON SKETCH that lovingly lampoons all things Hallmark Christmas, complete with a cappella carolers and audience participation. With lightning-fast character changes, inventive props, and live music, it’s a festive treat for comedy-lovers and holiday fans alike. FAMILY FRIENDLY show! Come dressed in your best holiday fit to celebrate the festive magic with us! Trailer: https://vimeo.com/1136646396?fl=pl&fe=sh We’re partnering with local groups for a HOLIDAY DRIVE supporting LA families and underserved communities. […]
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Singing Up Roses (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesSweet Sweet Fantasy Musical is a fully improvised narrative musical set anywhere but here and anytime but now, performed by UCB’s veteran players, teachers, and coaches. Orion’s Belt is a high-energy powerhouse in the musical improv scene. After graduating from Sing Out, Louise!, they’re taking on the UCB main stage with full force. Sweet Sweet Fantasy Musical: Ryan Brookshire, Tara Copeland, Shilpa Das, Oscar Montoya, Greg Smith, Ashley Ward, Andrew Young Orion’s Belt: Hanna Barlow, Bennett Cohen, Libby Dorot, Gabrielle Fleck, Max Housner, TJ […]
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Susan Bones: The Untold Story of a Horsegirl who went to Hogwarts (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesSusan Bones: The Untold Story of a Horsegirl who went to Hogwarts is unlike any tale that has come before it. In this interactive, one-act musical, you’ll meet Ms. Susan Bones and her fellow Hufflepuffs -- Milken, Jill, and Rob -- as they tackle their freshman year at Hogwarts. Yes, they attend the same school as the characters you're familiar with (Hermione, Ron, and Harry!), but no, they never cross paths! These kids are too busy chasing their own dreams. […]
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Gabrus Force Live (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesJon Gabrus is joined by an elite cadre of improvisers to bring you an Improv Force Multiplier! Starring Jon Gabrus Featuring: TBD Starts 7PM PT
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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Pilot Season (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesIn UCB’s Pilot Season, veteran comedy TV writers take the audience’s suggestion of a show title, and, on the spot, develop a pilot for a brand new show. It could be a sitcom, a prestige drama, or any number of different genres. Talented improvisers then take that pitch and bring it to life on stage. In solidarity with ongoing efforts to improve diversity and representation in the industry, all proceeds from the show will go to the Entertainment Community Fund, […]
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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UCB x Abso Lutely Short Film Showcase (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn evening of funny, strange, truly original short films hand-picked by UCB and Abso Lutely Productions. Come see what the community’s been cooking up! Lineup: TBD Starts 7PM PT
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UCB’s 2025 It Sucked! Awards (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesIt’s the return of UCB’s long-running annual awards show, honoring the worst people, events, trends, and everything terrible about 2025! This year the show will be hosted our beloved Andres Parada and Inessa Frantowski! Did this year suck? Of course! The It Sucked! Awards is UCB’s annual year-in-review spectacular, celebrating everything that went off the rails this year—from celebrity meltdowns and baffling trends to the cultural moments we all pretended to enjoy. Framed like a glamorous awards show gone wrong, a cast of UCB’s sharpest comedians bring […]
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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QT’s presents… JOY! (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWe are UCB’s first all trans/gender nonconforming/non binary improv team, and what better way to celebrate than doing some improv based on your most joyful memories?! Trans and gender nonconforming people have had a rough few years… For many in our community, this is a time of anxiety, fear, and fury. It’s now more important than ever to create spaces of pure, unadulterated queer fun where we can rest, relax, and recharge. Come spend an hour laughing with us as […]
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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Church of Worship: An Improvised Musical Worship Service (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesLift up your voice in song to the mothman, or ritz crackers, or whatever feels right, in a worship service completely improvised, complete with songs, sermons, church drama, parables and skits. You will be saved!* *not a guarantee Featuring: Jiavani, Laser Webber, Adam Keller, Sam Johnides, D’Angelo Reyes, Ashley Ward, Andrew Young Starts 8:30PM PT
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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Asian AF Los Angeles: 9-Year Anniversary Show (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe Hit Asian American Comedy Variety Show Celebrates Its 9-Year Anniversary! Established in 2016, ASIAN AF (Asian As F***) quickly cemented its status as a must-see comedy show in Los Angeles, New York, and beyond — spotlighting the hottest rising stars and powerhouse Asian American talent in improv, stand-up, sketch, characters, musical comedy, storytelling, and more. Asian AF has headlined major comedy festivals, including SF Sketchfest, the New York Comedy Festival, Clusterfest, the Del Close Marathon, the Hawaii Comedy Festival, […]
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Porn Without The Porn (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn improv show of half-improvisers, half-adult entertainers making up scenes THAT ARE NOT PORN. Hosted by Mano Agapion (comedian) & Cole Conner (adult entertainer), this show takes the audience’s porn-ish suggestions to inspire scenes that perhaps feel like they should take place in the world of an adult film… but rest assured, NO SEX will ever happen! Experience the joy in non-improvisers trying out improv and non-porn-people trying out “porn.” Featuring: TBA Starts 10PM PT
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Maple Donut (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesGet ready to laugh your maple syrup ass off at Maple Donut! It’s like ASSSSCAT but with free healthcare, hockey references, and maybe a few ‘ehs’ thrown in for good measure. The show is a way to celebrate Canadian talent who have forged their way with ‘elbows up’ past immigration to be here to share their love of comedy and improv and to confirm nice stereotypes. Sorry. “They are, how you say? The funniest people in Canadian comedy!” — Celine […]
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Sloppy Seconds: The Stage Show (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesBig Dipper and Meatball are busting out of the podcast studio and onto the UCB stage for their brand new live show experience! Sloppy Seconds: The Stage Show is a blend of podcast, improv, crowd work, and fat gay comedy with special guests! Join us for a night of that classic Sloppy Seconds drag/gay/sexy/gross/irreverent kind of stuff. Hosted by Meatball & Big Dipper With special guests Nicole Byer & Mano Agapion Starts 7PM PT
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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Ana Fabrega: GET THE CHICKEN OUT OF THE HOUSE (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn hour of stand up comedy from Ana Fabrega! This will be a live taping! Starts 7PM & 9PM PT
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Ana Fabrega: GET THE CHICKEN OUT OF THE HOUSE (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn hour of stand up comedy from Ana Fabrega! This will be a live taping! Starts 7PM & 9PM PT
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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The Secret Cinema Society Presents – FAST NEIN: THE FAST & THE FUHRER (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesSince the dawn of Hollywood there have been rumors of a secret society where A-list stars gather to read the screenplays of scripts that could NEVER get made… but for the first time ever, normal, average people just like you are going to get a glimpse at one of these table reads. Fast Nein: The Fast & The Fuhrer is a lost installment of the Fast and the Furious series in which Dom Toretto and the gang take Doc Brown’s DeLorean to go […]
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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Mo Collins Is Wigging Out (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesMo Collins improvises character monologues based on audience suggestions and wig choices. Wigs encouraged in the audience as well! Mo Collins doing what she does best: creating characters! We’ve enjoyed her iconic characters like Lorraine and Stuart’s Mother (MadTV), Joan Callamezzo (Parks and Rec) and Gyna (The 40 Year Old Virgin) to name a few. Watch her transform in front of you, based on hair selection from her trove of wigs, and suggestions to kick off improvised monologues. An intimate hour […]
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Do You Accept These Charges? (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesDo You Accept These Charges? is a true, narrative solo comedy show written and performed by TV writer/comedian, Laurie Magers. It details her relationship with an incarcerated multi-felon whom she met while he was on parole, and continued to date after he was re-imprisoned. Through a multimedia mix of storytelling and theater, Laurie takes the audience through the story of their relationship, pre and post-lock up, from visits to prison letters to drug smuggling and more, while letting the audience in […]
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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Hostile Takeover (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWho’s running the box office while this show is going? Come for the mystery, stay to support your local UCB staff as they put on a variety show featuring improv, standup and more. Hosted by Quinn Boyes, Amanda Courtney & Jon Durnell Featuring: Real UCBLA staff! (Not paid actors) With special (non-staff) guest TBA! Starts 10:30PM PT
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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Holy Shit It’s Dark (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesAn improv show in the dark featuring the best comedy talent in LA. A show so good, it’ll have you yelling, “Holy Shit!” in the dark. Lineup: Tim Baltz, Allison Tolman, Keiko Agena, Jiavani, Jacquis Neal, Casey Feigh, Anna Bezahler & Isabella Escalante Starts 7PM PT
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Nate & Ari Present: Halloween at Night (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe super-popular show from The Yard Theater returns, this time to UCB! Our favorite comics from LA come for a classic night of standup comedy that doesn’t go on for too long! Hosted by Nate Odenkirk & Ari Mostow Featuring: Patton Oswalt, Bob Odenkirk, Rachel Kaly, Jesse Kendall Starts 8:30PM PT
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Legitimate Goddamn Theatre (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesLegitimate Goddamn Theatre is a showcase of short comedic plays, experimental performance, and other miscellaneous theatrical ephemera - a night of UCB's funniest stars sinking their teeth into one-acts, monologues, and even the occasional re-imagining of the Bard. You can tell it's serious theatre because it's spelled the right way. Hosted by Kale Hills & Rose O'Shea Featuring: TBA Starts/streams 7PM PT/10PM ET
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Too Many Draculas: A Comedy Bit(e) Show (in LA)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesImagine a theater filled with a gathering of Draculas, each craving their moment in the spotlight! “Too Many Draculas: A Bit(e) Show” is not your average comedy experience—it’s a high-energy extravaganza that pushes the boundaries of hilarity. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable night as this unique production brings together an astounding number of Draculas, all in one place. With too many Draculas gracing the stage, the laughter is guaranteed to be infectious. This show is a melting pot of comedic […]
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ASSSSCAT (in LA w/Livestream)
UCB Franklin 5919 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWhat is ASSSSCAT? It starts with a group of improv comedians from film & TV taking the stage with a special guest monologist. After getting a suggestion from the audience, our monologist shares off-the-cuff thoughts, feelings, and true stories inspired by your suggestion. The improvisers then spin this monologue into a series of scenes that will show you why ASSSSCAT is one of the longest running improv shows in the world! Starts/streams 8:30PM PT/11:30PM ET
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