Upcoming
Shows:
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 a veteran of the stage, or a doing improv comedy for the first time, you’ll be supported by the evening’s coach. FREE to all!
Saturday, April 5
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! Bring your own popcorn for a dazzling tribute to the silver screen that will have you on the edge of your seat.
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. Then after the show, try improv for yourself at the free PEACH JAM
Upcoming
Saturday, April 12 · 11am – 2pm:
Mastering Environment in Improv
About the Workshop: Participants will delve into the critical elements of creating and interacting with their surroundings, bringing scenes to life with authenticity and depth through space and object work. You’ll learn how to construct vivid, believable settings that anchor your scenes and provide a rich backdrop for your characters’ interactions. You’ll also discover techniques to infuse objects with personal significance, enhancing their presence and impact within your improvisation, and finally you’ll invest in your environment, experiencing firsthand how deeply committing to your surroundings can elevate your performance, making your actions more convincing.
About the Teacher: Patrick Darwin Williams is an actor, improviser, instructor, and comedian based out of Queens, NY. Patrick holds a BA in Acting from the University of South Carolina with a cognate in Dance, as well as an MFA in acting from The New School for Drama. He has appeared as a host at Joe’s Pub and at benefit auctions across New York.
Classes:
Saturday, April 12 · 3 – 6pm :
Beginner Musical Improv
About the Workshop: Does getting up on stage and making up a song completely on the spot sound terrifying but also kind of awesome? Well that’s because it is. In this workshop we’ll learn the fundamentals of musical improv. We’ll begin crafting hilarious and heartfelt songs, while finding your character’s voice in a scene. We’ll learn to quiet our inner critic, and work together to craft duets and group numbers, and eventually, a 15-minute, fully improvised musical!
About the Teacher: Rachel Bouton is an improviser, host, and experience designer based in New York City. After completing the advanced study improv and sketch programs at the Upright Citizens Brigade in 2012, she spent several years as a cast member of the touring musical comedy show Broadway’s Next Hit Musical, performing improvised musicals in exotic locations. She is also a founding cast member of Vern, one of New York’s longest running musical improv companies, most recently completing a successful 6-month off-Broadway run in Vern: Off Broadway.
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