Upcoming
Shows:
Upcoming
Saturday, February 1
Context is Key with Matt Candio
About the Workshop: In this workshop, we’ll explore the concept of building a “Base Reality” — the foundation of every scene. By slowing down and making simple choices, we’ll establish the “Who, What, Where” right from the start, creating a clear context that anchors the action. Solidifying these details early on gives us the freedom to dive in and start playing with greater confidence, knowing we have a strong, shared understanding of the scene.
When and Where: This workshop runs from 12pm to 2:30pm on Saturday 2/1. The event is at 16 S Prince St Lancaster, in the Lancaster Improv Players’ Theater.
About the Teacher: Matt Candio is a comedian, performer, and improv instructor. He began his comedy career in 2009 and has since studied at Upright Citizens Brigade (NYC), Magnet Theater (NYC), and The Second City (Chicago). In addition to teaching for the ArtsQuest Improv Comedy Program, he leads team building workshops for schools, businesses, and organizations. You can see Matt perform regularly at SteelStacks (Bethlehem, PA).
Classes:
Saturday, February 22
FREE Intro to Improv With Shannon!
Welcome to the Lancaster Improv Players’ Theater! We will be hosting a free sample improv class! Starting a new improv class is always super fun and exciting, but we know it can be intimidating to sign up for a whole class without knowing if it is your thing. Now is your chance to try it on before signing up! This will be similar to one of the week’s of our Improv 101 Class. The session is fun focused while also introducing you to a few of the starter skills.
This class runs for two hours from 1pm until 3pm. Check-in starts at 12:45pm. Sign up is required to attend and there are only 16 spots! Be prepared to move around, so please dress accordingly and bring hydration!
About the Teacher: This class will be taught by Shannon Maguire. She has been performing for 10 years, the first 4 with her college team, Mad Cow Improv from Elizabethtown college. For the past 6 years, Shannon has been performing with Lancaster Improv Players on various teams, as well as coaching now-retired teams. She has completed LIPs Improv 101 and 201 class.
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
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The Lancaster Improv Players