Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)
theaterComedy theater and training center in Manhattan focused on improv, stand-up, and sketch; known for its classes, house teams, and intimate performance spaces hosting regular shows and workshops.
Upcoming Events (12)
GRAD SHOW: Level 1 Improv | Masters
Grad show featuring Level 1 Improv from the Masters program at The PIT in New York. Watch emerging performers bring fast-paced scenes, character games, and bold ensemble storytelling to an intimate NYC venue, delivering playful wit and high-energy collaboration.
Tim (Burton) vs Jim (Henson) the Musical
Tim Burton vs. Jim Henson the Musical at The PIT fuses Burton-esque gothic whimsy with Henson-inspired puppetry. A high-energy theatrical piece of songs, satire and inventive design in a compact NYC venue that revels in offbeat, crowd-pleasing spectacle.
Christian Royce: Stand-Up at The PIT
Christian Royce headlines a stand-up set at The PIT in New York. Expect sharp, observational humor and bold storytelling delivered in an intimate, high-energy venue known for cutting-edge comedy.
CHARACTER COUNTS OPEN MIC
The PIT hosts Character Counts Open Mic in NYC, giving comedians of all levels a chance to test material on a welcoming stage. A rotating lineup of stand-up and character-based bits, in an intimate club setting that thrives on lively energy.
Livin 4 Laughs
Live stand-up night 'Livin 4 Laughs' at The PIT in New York City. Expect a casual evening of sharp jokes and crowd work from a lineup of comedians in an intimate club environment, delivering fast-paced, crowd-pleasing humor.
The Secret Mic
Join NYC's The PIT for a secret open-mic night where aspiring comedians test new material in an intimate, improv-friendly space. Expect raw humor, rotating hosts, and surprise guests as seasoned performers mingle with fresh voices.
Friday Feel-GOOD IMPROV JAM
Friday Feel-GOOD IMPROV JAM at The PIT in New York. A casual, collaborative evening of spontaneous scenes, with invited performers riffing off suggestions and audience participation encouraged. Expect fast-paced laughs in an intimate venue and a friendly, community vibe.
The Saturday Jam
The Saturday Jam at The PIT in New York City invites improvisers of all levels to come together for a crowd-driven, freeform session. Watch quick-witted scenes unfold in an intimate downtown venue as performers push ideas and audience suggestions into playful, unpredictable comedy.
DUCK SHOW
A lively improv comedy night at The PIT in New York City, titled DUCK SHOW, delivering quick-witted scenes and playful audience interaction on March 14, 2027.
The Baldwins
The Baldwins perform at The PIT in NYC, delivering sharp stand-up in a gritty venue. A crowd-pleasing night of jokes and stories from a dynamic duo. Expect fast-paced banter, observational humor, and a no-frills club vibe.
Ladies Stand-Up Open Mic
Experience Ladies Stand-Up Open Mic at The PIT in New York City. Female comedians take the stage in a casual, lively open-mic night at a renowned NYC comedy club, offering fresh material and bold punchlines.
Sotto Voce & Friends
Sotto Voce & Friends headlines a NYC stand-up night at The PIT, with a rotating lineup of guest comics. Expect sharp, personal storytelling, quick one-liners, and a lively, intimate stage that thrives on wit and crowd energy.