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ComedySportz
ComedySportz is a fun, fast-paced comedy show designed for the whole family, distinguished by its competitive format and is played as a sport with two teams.
BATS Improv
Based in San Francisco, Bay Area Theatresports (BATS Improv) is a leader in the improv community and focuses on narrative improv.
The Groundlings
Based in Los Angeles, The Groundlings is a non-profit improvisation and sketch comedy theatre that was founded in 1974. Many of its members have gone on to successful careers in television and film.
The Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)
Founded in New York City by Ali Farahnakian, a former SNL writer, The PIT is recognized for its mix of improv styles and for fostering new comedy talent.
ImprovOlympic (iO)
Known for developing the long-form style known as 'The Harold', iO was co-founded by Charna Halpern and Del Close in Chicago and has been influential in the world of improv.
The Annoyance Theatre
Founded by Mick Napier in 1987 in Chicago, The Annoyance Theatre is known for its more unconventional and daring approach to improv and sketch comedy.
Boom Chicago
An Amsterdam-based improv theatre group that caters to international audiences, and has featured performers who later joined SNL and other notable comedy programs.
The Committee
A San Francisco-based improv group founded in the 1960s, The Committee brought political and social satire to the forefront of comedic performance.
The Second City
Founded in Chicago in 1959, The Second City is one of the world's premier comedy clubs, theatre and school of improvisation, and has been the starting point for many SNL comedians.
Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB)
Started by Amy Poehler, Matt Besser, Ian Roberts, and Matt Walsh, Upright Citizens Brigade is influential in training performers and popularizing long-form improv.
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