
UPCOMING EVENTS
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The 'Panel Show' Show + Worldbuilder
Two fun shows for the price of one! The improvised adventure show Worldbuilder paired with an original panel show inspired by your favorites from Britain such as Taskmaster!
June 14, 2025 at 9:30pm
Doors at 9pm
The "Panel Show" Show
The “Panel Show” Show is an unscripted TV-inspired game show. For fans of D&D, Dropout's Dimension20, After Midnight, Taskmaster, Mock The Week
Our cast of guest panelists will participate in fun games, challenges, and discussions surrounding a different topic each show!
Hosted by Jacob Heiss
Produced by Jacob Heiss and Tristan Neumann
June Theme: Too Many Panelists
Panelists: Jen Gallagher, Sam Sullivan, Griffin Elliot Hunsaker, Olivia, Ryan Tomcko, Ali Maxwell, Charlotte Petrie, Mike Frye, Ruben Ryan, Vivian Thomas, Brandi Papania, Jon Sauline, Sarah Jane Demetruk, Kayley Kosik, Evan Roder, Jake McCaffrey, Joe Lewis, & Michael Busch
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Worldbuilder
The improvised adventure where the story’s made up and the rules don’t matter. Worldbuilder is a dramatic comedy, with a narrator who has to make it all up on the fly.
We may lead a Martian revolution, or find love between Old West gunslingers. Once the actors get going, there’s no knowing what’s going to happen.
Come and see Worldbuilder and laugh and cry and break the rules at Imposters, on Friday night!
Producer/Host: Tyler Coventry
Cast: Carson Betts, Katie Booze-Mooney, Joe Erickson, Cole Galloway, Travis Williams, Tom Horsfall, Sam Graf
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Date/Time: 2nd Saturdays* Doors 9pm/Show 9:30 PM
*March show: 3/15/25
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Try Improv! With Dad!
This is a welcoming, fun workshop for absolute beginners run by one of our veteran performer/instructors. Father’s Day edition!
If you're looking for…
- a fun, unique Father’s Day activity
- a judgement-free place to step out of your comfort zone
- a night out to meet other fun, creative people in a supportive environment
…this workshop is for you!
You’ll play improv games and do some scenes with guidance and support from the instructor. No experience necessary.
Date/Time: Sunday 6/15/25 3 PM–5 PM
Cost: $30 per ticket
DISCOUNT - Sign up with dad and each of you will get $5 off with promo code 2GETHER (must purchase both at the same time)
Instructors: Deena Nyer Mendlowitz and Cole Galloway
This class is 18+ unless otherwise approved by the instructor. Any questions can be emailed to info@imposterstheater.com
All sales are final.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Refund Policy - Classes/Workshops
No refunds UNLESS we do not reach the 8 person minimum, in which case you will get a full refund or credit toward a future class/workshop.
Policies are subject to change.

Dynamic Duos - Father’s Day Edition!
Dynamic Duos
The Noah’s Ark of improvised comedy. Join us for a night of improv from a parade of dynamic duos.
Date/Time: Every Third Sunday at 7:30 PM
Hosted by: Cam Godfrey and a special guest
Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school



Improv Death Match
In this monthly show, three troupes battle, but only one survives! Come join the audience and crown the champion who makes it to next month's show.
Hosted by Jen Gallagher, Kayley Kosik, and Shrimp Cocktail
Improv Death Match: Summer Tournament begins 5/16! 3 monthly battles culminate in a Championship Round in August!
June Show featuring:
Yes Anderson: Omar Saad, Jeff Rohr, Cale Harter, Kelly Dougherty, Dana Bye, Mike Kowalski, Joey Lagizdins
Big Macaroni: Tyler Coventry, Jon Sauline, Evan Roder, Travis Williams, Sam Dee
Bastards' Night: Griffin Hunsaker, Nick Rupe, Brandon Schoeppner, Frank Perri
July Show featuring:
Sorry For Your Loss: Johnny Fullmer, Ryan Tomcko, Evan Roder, Katie Sewell, Zach Mikrut, Luke Horvat, Jake McCaffrey
Stage Against The Machine: Jacob Heiss, Brandi Papania, Jake McCaffery, Colleen Welsch, Tristan Neumann
Four Humors: Sam Woodman, Joe Erickson, Tom Horsfall, Cole Galloway
Date: 3rd Fridays
Time: Doors 9pm/Show 9:30 PM
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


The Improvised Ted Talk Show + Cleveland’s Comedy Court
Two great shows for the price of one!
THE IMPROVISED TED TALK SHOW
Four improvisers will become instant experts on an array of topics as they present absurd PowerPoints they’ve never seen.
Listen to fascinating Ted Talks as you’ve never heard them before - and neither have the performers. Four improvisers will present PowerPoints that they have never seen before in the style of various funny characters and unhinged experts.
Audience members will then have the opportunity to ask these characters about their presentation and even their character lives after each presentation.
Produced by Maria Serra
June guest host: Dionne Atchison
June presenters: Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Sarah Demetruk, Daniel Wagner, and Vivian Thomas
CLEVELAND’S COMEDY COURT
We take the audience's problems and put them on trial.
A group of improvisers get someone's problem, and then put that problem on trial with fake attorneys and witnesses for both sides. Guided by a real fake judge to keep things somewhat on the rails.
Judge (and real life attorney) - Jon Sauline
Cast - Katie Booze-Mooney, Sam Dee, James Catullo, Cole Galloway, Vivian Thomas, Patrick Zmina, Travis Williams
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Date/Time: 3rd Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Hot Goss: The Improvised Musical
A totally improvised musical accompanied by its own live band that's based on gossip from the audience's personal lives! Hot Goss has won Best Improv Team at the Cleveland Comedy Awards 2 Years running! Come spill the tea and we sop it up in song.
Performers: Sam Dee, Joe Lewis, Olivia Taliaferro, Mike Frye, Sarah Jane Demetruk, Lauren Lash, Chris Ross, Ryan Tomcko, Vivian Thomas, and Katie Booze-Mooney, featuring live piano by Jonah Raider-Roth & Jack Routhier, guitar by Joseph Maxwell, with percussion by Griffin Hunsaker
Date/Time: Third Saturdays
Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


Try Improv! For Couples!
This is a welcoming, fun workshop for absolute beginners run by one of our veteran performer/instructors. Couples edition!
If you're looking for…
- a fun, unique date night activity
- a judgement-free place to step out of your comfort zone
- a night out to meet other fun, creative people in a supportive environment
…this workshop is for you!
You’ll play improv games and do some scenes with guidance and support from the instructor. No experience necessary.
Date/Time: Thursday 6/26/25 7 PM–9 PM Instructors - Jon Sauline & Sarah Demetruk (Real-Life Couple)
Cost: $30 per ticket
DISCOUNT - Sign up with your other half and each of you will get $5 off with promo code 2GETHER (must purchase both at the same time)
This class is 18+ unless otherwise approved by the instructor. Any questions can be emailed to info@imposterstheater.com
All sales are final.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Refund Policy - Classes/Workshops
No refunds UNLESS we do not reach the 8 person minimum, in which case you will get a full refund or credit toward a future class/workshop.
Policies are subject to change.

Ajar Mic
Showcase your writing at our new Ajar Mic, the booked amateur night in the Imposters lobby, featuring stand-up and other solo scripted material from performers of all experience levels. Join us for comedy, drink specials, silly raffles, and more!
Hosted by Cam Godfrey and Dezhawn France.
Date/Time: Every Thursday
(Every 1st Thursday is Sketch Night with Ryan Santa! Learn more and RSVP here)
Doors: 9 PM
Show: 9:30 PM
Comics: Email ajarmicimposters@gmail.com with the Thursdays you're available for booking consideration.
No Cover (1 item minimum recommended).
No advance reservation required. Limited Seating
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

The Riff
An improv show inspired by the words and songs of a local musician.
May musician spotlight: Scott Leonard
Cast: Jon Sauline, Alex Shaver, Roxanne Goldberg, Griffin Hunsaker, Cole Galloway, Marissa Leonino Lange, Evan Roder, and Jen Gallagher
Directed by Michael Busch
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Date/Time: 4th Fridays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

The Menagerie + Longform Improv Jam
The Menagerie features our two house long form groups on the 4th Friday of every month. Each group chooses/develops their own form and performs a never-before-seen show just for YOU!
Mischief LLC - Scott Allen, Nicholas Rupe, Samantha Sullivan, Dionne Atchison, Brandon Dohner, Luke Horvat, Jen Gallagher, and Charlotte Petrie
IKEA NEAR ME - Cole Galloway, Marissa Leonino Lange, Olivia Taliaferro, Alex Shaver, Lauren Onkeles-Klein, Ruben Ryan, Sam Woodman, and Lindsey Russell
And after intermission it’s the Longform Improv Mashup Jam - it’s YOUR chance to get up on stage! Sign up during intermission, we’ll mash everyone up into teams, and each team will perform a 10-15 minute set! Four magical improv groups you may never see again.
*Lineup subject to change
Date/Time: Fourth Fridays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


What Are We Doing? An Improv Game Show
Host James Catullo fires off improv challenges to our three teams of contestants who will compete for points and laughs. The audience votes on who returns next month. If you enjoy Whose Line It It Anyway and Make Some Noise, this show is for you!
Hosted/Produced by James Catullo
Prompts written by James Catullo, Brandon Schoeppner, Nicole Miller, Preeya Shankar, Maria Serra, Sam Dee
April cast: Dionne Atchison, Joe Erickson, Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Evan Roder, & Jacob Heiss
May cast: Dionne Atchison, Ryan Santa, Cam Godfrey, Alex Heckman, & Cole Galloway
June cast: Joe Lewis, CJ Cobb, Ali Maxwell, Alex Heckman, & Vivian Thomas
Date/Time: 4th Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
Group Bundle Discount: Buy 8 tickets, get $2 off each - $64 Advance/$104 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Sketch Battle!
Three Sketch Comedy troupes are given three prompts to write sketches about. These three groups then have two months to write, rehearse, and acquire props and costumes for three brand new sketches. You, the audience, will decide which group had the funniest sketches of the evening with the help of our panel of experts. The winning group will receive bragging rights and the opportunity to return and defend their hard won title of Sketch Battle champion.
Hosted by 5x Cleveland Comedy Award winners Tabitha Jones (Roast Battle Cleveland) and Jeremy Sheer (Sad Boys Social Club).
All new groups compete for a chance to join the next Tournament of Champions.
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Date/Time: 4th Saturdays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show - Limited Seating
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Policies are subject to change.

Sketch Rec League
Sketch Rec League Night features newer, up-and-coming sketch comedians at Imposters Theater. Each group writes and produces a never-before-seen sketch comedy show just for YOU!
Bastards Night- Griffin Hunsaker, Frank Perri, Doug Kusak, Brandon Schoeppner, Emily Panzero, Jue Liang, & Nick Rupe
Spontaneous Jungle Law - Adam Sheetz, Brian Crader, David Porcile, Griffin Levy, & Michael Carrino
Directed by Cam Godfrey & Gregory James
*Lineup subject to change
Date/Time: Sundays 4/27, 6/29, and 8/24
Doors 7 pm/Show 7:30 pm
Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Standup Grad Night
Come out to support the graduation showcase after Bill Squire’s The Basics workshop at Imposters Theater!
Hosted by Bill Squire
Tuesday 7/01/25 @ 7:30pm
Featuring: Sarah Roelle, Scott Mahoney, Stuart Fakhoury, David Atkins, Albert Moretti, Robyn Swift, Donna Evans-Deyermond, Jessica Strelec, Nicholas Rupe, Matt Poyle, & Zachary Paull
Wednesday 08/06/25 @ 7:30pm
Monday 08/25/25 @ 7:30pm
Monday 09/29/25 @ 7:30pm
Doors open at 7pm
Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show - Limited Seating
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


Imposters BIG Comedy Night
Come out to Imposters Theater for our BIG variety show overstuffed with our favorite improv, sketch, stand up, & other nonsense!
June Show:
Hosted by Sam Woodman & Dionne Atchison
Featuring standup by Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Zach Welch, Angelo Maneage, & Faye Fahsbender
Sketch comedy by CJ Cobb
Improv by The Imposters Society (Michael Busch, James Catullo, Dionne Atchison, Ryan Santa, Ruben Ryan, Marissa Leonino Lange)
Date/Time: 1st Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
Group Bundle Discount: Buy 8 tickets, get $2 off each - $64 Advance/$104 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Jester's Privilege - A Silly Drag King Show
Party 'til you're purple! Join Cleveland's 5th best drag king, Abel N. Willing, for another installment of Jester's Privilege, a silly drag king show. Abel will be joined by The Twisted Transitioner, Poundcake, Stevie Phoenix and Homer E. Rodrick for a night of laughs and drag.
Abel N. Willing is a Northeast Ohio drag king. He uses his background in sketch comedy to propel his unique and campy performances. In December 2023, he became the first drag king to win Kingpin, one of the nation’s first multi-week drag king competitions. From giving birth to a puppet to impersonating historical figures or even busting out the occasional dance move, Abel always keeps his audience entertained and laughing with his unpredictable, high-energy acts.
Date/Time: Saturday, July 5th 9:30pm, Friday, September 12 9:30pm
Price: $15
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 18+ only
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Ajar Mic
Showcase your writing at our new Ajar Mic, the booked amateur night in the Imposters lobby, featuring stand-up and other solo scripted material from performers of all experience levels. Join us for comedy, drink specials, silly raffles, and more!
Hosted by Cam Godfrey and Dezhawn France.
Date/Time: Every Thursday
(Every 1st Thursday is Sketch Night with Ryan Santa! Learn more and RSVP here)
Doors: 9 PM
Show: 9:30 PM
Comics: Email ajarmicimposters@gmail.com with the Thursdays you're available for booking consideration.
No Cover (1 item minimum recommended).
No advance reservation required. Limited Seating
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Funny. Period.
We feature Cleveland’s best comics and provide menstrual products for those who need them.
All ticket sales and products will be donated to I Support the Girls - Cleveland
Host - Maria Serra
Special Thanks - Liz Blanc
Date/Time: Saturday 07/11/25 Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: Donation of a new, sealed, menstrual hygiene product or $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All products and ticket sales will be donated to I Support the Girls - Cleveland
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

The Gauntlet: Comedy Battle Royale
Six performers compete in the ultimate comedy battle royale - standup, sketch character, and improv!
The combatants will perform:
An original 3-minute standup set based on a prompt
An original 3-minute character based on a prompt
Improv games
YOU choose the winner in a secret ballot - the winner + one wild card will advance to the tournament of champions, Friday 08/08 at 9:30pm
July Combatants:Katie Booze-Mooney, Sam Dee, Dionne Atchison, John Armstrong, Cole Galloway, Patrick Zmina
Hosted by Reigning Gauntlet Champion Evan Roder
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Date/Time: 2nd Fridays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


The Improvised Movie + Good Point!
The Improvised Movie
Tired of Hollywood reboots and sequels? Join us for an 100% brand new movie, made up on the spot based on your audience suggestions.
Director: Michael Busch
Cast: Ruben Ryan, Katie Booze-Mooney, Joe Lewis, Marissa Leonino Lange, Dionne Atchison, Lauren Tibjash, James Catullo
Good Point!
A powerpoint party! Passionate experts convene to teach, persuade, and entertain with presentations about anything.
Produced by Kelcey Saunders, Jacob Heiss, and Joseph Maxwell
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show - Limited Seating
Date/Time: 2nd Saturdays
Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Carter Dockerty @ Imposters
Carter Dockerty headlines Imposters Theater!
About Carter
Winner of Funniest Person in Cincinnati 2022, Carter Dockerty is now based out of Chicago. He’s a regular at the Laugh Factory and has opened for comedians such as Jordan Jensen and Ran Barnaclo. He is an awkward 23-year-old who is just trying to figure it all out. He’s going to talk a lot about his dick and opinions. Also, bios are weird and Carter hates talking about himself in the third person.
Date/Time: Saturday, July 12th
Doors 9:00pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Improv Grad Night - Level 3
Come out to support Imposters Theater’s Improv Grad Night!
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Sunday 6/01/25 @ 6 PM - Improv 1
Allison Hamer, Edward Valentin-Lugo, Jeslin Jacob, Jessica Strelec, John Corley, Jose Colon, Luke Barker, Maria Applewhite, Pulkit Nagpal, Rowan Barker-Clarke, Stephanie Ginese, TJ Maclin, Sahithi Maganti, David Mog, and Jacob Abhau
Special Guest Set from The Imposters Society - Michael Busch, Ryan Santa, Lauren Tibjash, and more TBA
Sunday 6/01/25 @ 7:30 PM - Improv 2 & 4
Level 2 - Dario Petronzio, Isa Jackson, John Petro, Joshua O’Halla, Katherine Sabaka, Keith Galloway, Maggie Bisesi, Rakhi Shah, Samia Keeton, Steve Tinney
Level 4 - Ashley Griffin, Catherine McIver, Dustin Graves, Eric Simons, Joe Donatelli, Jonathan Vesey, Kim Dunagan, Mackenzie Marimon, Megan Roth, Paul Schussler, Peter Hedman, Phil Snyder, Travis Plats, William Greenlee
Special Guest Set from The Imposters Society - Michael Busch, Ryan Santa and more TBA
Sunday 7/13/25 @ 6 PM - Improv 3
Level 3 - Alex Li, Hans Strock, Kyle Connell, Mackenzie Hauserman, Mandy Alhajj, Sarah Roelle, Ksan Cooper, & William Balazs
Special Guest Set from The Imposters Society - Michael Busch, Ryan Santa and more TBA
***
Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show - Limited Seating
Doors 5:30pm/Show 6pm
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

The Forms Show!
Harold, La Ronde, Deconstruction…this longform improv show is all about exploring experimental forms!
Hosted by Just Us (Marissa Leonino Lange & Ruben Ryan)
To submit your group: https://forms.gle/aQx4P3Ys8v25aGdb8
June Show Featuring:
Pool Rats (Kim Dunagan, Dustin Graves, Bill Greenlee, Ashley Griffin, Peter Hedmen, Megan Roth, Paul Schusler, Eric Simons, Phil Snyder)
Hands (Jon Sauline, Sam Woodman, Joe Erickson)
It’s Spice Time (David Atkins, Jess Chapple, Kyle Connell, Dan Delegrange, Molly Dise, Rob Elder, Deirdre Lauer)
*Lineup subject to change
Date/Time: 2nd Sundays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


Ajar Mic
Showcase your writing at our new Ajar Mic, the booked amateur night in the Imposters lobby, featuring stand-up and other solo scripted material from performers of all experience levels. Join us for comedy, drink specials, silly raffles, and more!
Hosted by Cam Godfrey and Dezhawn France.
Date/Time: Every Thursday
(Every 1st Thursday is Sketch Night with Ryan Santa! Learn more and RSVP here)
Doors: 9 PM
Show: 9:30 PM
Comics: Email ajarmicimposters@gmail.com with the Thursdays you're available for booking consideration.
No Cover (1 item minimum recommended).
No advance reservation required. Limited Seating
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Kornfeld & Andrews
Seasoned performers, longtime instructors, and all-around swell guys Rick Andrews and Louis Kornfeld combine their improv powers for a longform show that’s as honest as it is hilarious. With a patient, nuanced style, they create a textured world filled with characters that will make you laugh and move you all at the same time. It’s comedy. It’s theater. It’s a performance you won’t soon forget.
Date/Time: Friday, July 18th at 7:30 PM
Doors 7 PM
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Improv Death Match
In this monthly show, three troupes battle, but only one survives! Come join the audience and crown the champion who makes it to next month's show.
Hosted by Jen Gallagher, Kayley Kosik, and Shrimp Cocktail
Improv Death Match: Summer Tournament begins 5/16! 3 monthly battles culminate in a Championship Round in August!
June Show featuring:
Yes Anderson: Omar Saad, Jeff Rohr, Cale Harter, Kelly Dougherty, Dana Bye, Mike Kowalski, Joey Lagizdins
Big Macaroni: Tyler Coventry, Jon Sauline, Evan Roder, Travis Williams, Sam Dee
Bastards' Night: Griffin Hunsaker, Nick Rupe, Brandon Schoeppner, Frank Perri
July Show featuring:
Sorry For Your Loss: Johnny Fullmer, Ryan Tomcko, Evan Roder, Katie Sewell, Zach Mikrut, Luke Horvat, Jake McCaffrey
Stage Against The Machine: Jacob Heiss, Brandi Papania, Jake McCaffery, Colleen Welsch, Tristan Neumann
Four Humors: Sam Woodman, Joe Erickson, Tom Horsfall, Cole Galloway
Date: 3rd Fridays
Time: Doors 9pm/Show 9:30 PM
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

The Improvised TED Talk Show + Cleveland’s Comedy Court
Two great shows for the price of one!
THE IMPROVISED TED TALK SHOW
Four improvisers will become instant experts on an array of topics as they present absurd PowerPoints they’ve never seen.
Listen to fascinating Ted Talks as you’ve never heard them before - and neither have the performers. Four improvisers will present PowerPoints that they have never seen before in the style of various funny characters and unhinged experts.
Audience members will then have the opportunity to ask these characters about their presentation and even their character lives after each presentation.
Produced by Maria Serra
June guest host: Dionne Atchison
June presenters: Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Sarah Demetruk, Daniel Wagner, and Vivian Thomas
CLEVELAND’S COMEDY COURT
We take the audience's problems and put them on trial.
A group of improvisers get someone's problem, and then put that problem on trial with fake attorneys and witnesses for both sides. Guided by a real fake judge to keep things somewhat on the rails.
Judge (and real life attorney) - Jon Sauline
Cast - Katie Booze-Mooney, Sam Dee, James Catullo, Cole Galloway, Vivian Thomas, Patrick Zmina, Travis Williams
***
Date/Time: 3rd Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Hot Goss: The Improvised Musical
A totally improvised musical accompanied by its own live band that's based on gossip from the audience's personal lives! Hot Goss has won Best Improv Team at the Cleveland Comedy Awards 2 Years running! Come spill the tea and we sop it up in song.
Performers: Sam Dee, Joe Lewis, Olivia Taliaferro, Mike Frye, Sarah Jane Demetruk, Lauren Lash, Chris Ross, Ryan Tomcko, Vivian Thomas, and Katie Booze-Mooney, featuring live piano by Jonah Raider-Roth & Jack Routhier, guitar by Joseph Maxwell, with percussion by Griffin Hunsaker
Date/Time: Third Saturdays
Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Ajar Mic
Showcase your writing at our new Ajar Mic, the booked amateur night in the Imposters lobby, featuring stand-up and other solo scripted material from performers of all experience levels. Join us for comedy, drink specials, silly raffles, and more!
Hosted by Cam Godfrey and Dezhawn France.
Date/Time: Every Thursday
(Every 1st Thursday is Sketch Night with Ryan Santa! Learn more and RSVP here)
Doors: 9 PM
Show: 9:30 PM
Comics: Email ajarmicimposters@gmail.com with the Thursdays you're available for booking consideration.
No Cover (1 item minimum recommended).
No advance reservation required. Limited Seating
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Imposters Community Talent Show
Showcase your talent at the first ever Imposters Community Talent Show! No comedy!
Produced by Ashe Stonesifer
Date/Time: Friday, July 25th at 7:30 PM
Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

What Are We Doing? An Improv Game Show
Host James Catullo fires off improv challenges to our three teams of contestants who will compete for points and laughs. The audience votes on who returns next month. If you enjoy Whose Line It It Anyway and Make Some Noise, this show is for you!
Hosted/Produced by James Catullo
Prompts written by James Catullo, Brandon Schoeppner, Nicole Miller, Preeya Shankar, Maria Serra, Sam Dee
April cast: Dionne Atchison, Joe Erickson, Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Evan Roder, & Jacob Heiss
May cast: Dionne Atchison, Ryan Santa, Cam Godfrey, Alex Heckman, & Cole Galloway
June cast: Joe Lewis, CJ Cobb, Ali Maxwell, Alex Heckman, & Vivian Thomas
Date/Time: 4th Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
Group Bundle Discount: Buy 8 tickets, get $2 off each - $64 Advance/$104 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Sketch Battle!
Three Sketch Comedy troupes are given three prompts to write sketches about. These three groups then have two months to write, rehearse, and acquire props and costumes for three brand new sketches. You, the audience, will decide which group had the funniest sketches of the evening with the help of our panel of experts. The winning group will receive bragging rights and the opportunity to return and defend their hard won title of Sketch Battle champion.
Hosted by 5x Cleveland Comedy Award winners Tabitha Jones (Roast Battle Cleveland) and Jeremy Sheer (Sad Boys Social Club).
All new groups compete for a chance to join the next Tournament of Champions.
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Date/Time: 4th Saturdays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show - Limited Seating
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Policies are subject to change.

Choose Your Own Adventure
Join us in the lab for a brand new experiment. The Imposters Test Kitchen spotlights community members with fresh new comedy show ideas to work out onstage.
Sunday, July 27th at 7:30 PM:
Choose Your Own Adventure
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All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Ajar Mic
Showcase your writing at our new Ajar Mic, the booked amateur night in the Imposters lobby, featuring stand-up and other solo scripted material from performers of all experience levels. Join us for comedy, drink specials, silly raffles, and more!
Hosted by Cam Godfrey and Dezhawn France.
Date/Time: Every Thursday
(Every 1st Thursday is Sketch Night with Ryan Santa! Learn more and RSVP here)
Doors: 9 PM
Show: 9:30 PM
Comics: Email ajarmicimposters@gmail.com with the Thursdays you're available for booking consideration.
No Cover (1 item minimum recommended).
No advance reservation required. Limited Seating
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Improv Death Match
In this monthly show, three troupes battle, but only one survives! Come join the audience and crown the champion who makes it to next month's show.
Hosted by Jen Gallagher, Kayley Kosik, and Shrimp Cocktail
Improv Death Match: Summer Tournament begins 5/16! 3 monthly battles culminate in a Championship Round in August!
June Show featuring:
Yes Anderson: Omar Saad, Jeff Rohr, Cale Harter, Kelly Dougherty, Dana Bye, Mike Kowalski, Joey Lagizdins
Big Macaroni: Tyler Coventry, Jon Sauline, Evan Roder, Travis Williams, Sam Dee
Bastards' Night: Griffin Hunsaker, Nick Rupe, Brandon Schoeppner, Frank Perri
July Show featuring:
Sorry For Your Loss: Johnny Fullmer, Ryan Tomcko, Evan Roder, Katie Sewell, Zach Mikrut, Luke Horvat, Jake McCaffrey
Stage Against The Machine: Jacob Heiss, Brandi Papania, Jake McCaffery, Colleen Welsch, Tristan Neumann
Four Humors: Sam Woodman, Joe Erickson, Tom Horsfall, Cole Galloway
Date: 3rd Fridays
Time: Doors 9pm/Show 9:30 PM
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Jester's Privilege - A Silly Drag King Show
Party 'til you're purple! Join Cleveland's 5th best drag king, Abel N. Willing, for another installment of Jester's Privilege, a silly drag king show. Abel will be joined by The Twisted Transitioner, Poundcake, Stevie Phoenix and Homer E. Rodrick for a night of laughs and drag.
Abel N. Willing is a Northeast Ohio drag king. He uses his background in sketch comedy to propel his unique and campy performances. In December 2023, he became the first drag king to win Kingpin, one of the nation’s first multi-week drag king competitions. From giving birth to a puppet to impersonating historical figures or even busting out the occasional dance move, Abel always keeps his audience entertained and laughing with his unpredictable, high-energy acts.
Date/Time: Saturday, July 5th 9:30pm, Friday, September 12 9:30pm
Price: $15
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 18+ only
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.



The Gauntlet: Comedy Battle Royale
Six performers compete in the ultimate comedy battle royale - standup, sketch character, and improv!
The combatants will perform:
An original 3-minute standup set based on a prompt
An original 3-minute character based on a prompt
Improv games
YOU choose the winner in a secret ballot - the winner + one wild card will advance to the tournament of champions, Friday 08/08 at 9:30pm
July Combatants:Katie Booze-Mooney, Sam Dee, Dionne Atchison, John Armstrong, Cole Galloway, Patrick Zmina
Hosted by Reigning Gauntlet Champion Evan Roder
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Date/Time: 2nd Fridays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Improv Game Night
Let the games begin! This monthly show features all your favorite improv games from the shows you grew up with like Whose line is it Anyway? and Improvaganza. Everything will be made up on the spot as we quip, guess, perform, and sing our way through 90 minutes of hilarity.
Cast - Aziz Ghrabat, Cole Galloway, Alex Heckman, Patrick Zmina, Ali Peters, Olivia Taliaferro, Jamie Stewart-Crawford, Denise Abboud, and Joseph Lewis
Producer - Alex Heckman
Director - Tracy Cubbal
Pianist - Jonah Raider-Roth
June guests - Roxanne Goldberg and Brian O. Jackson
Date/Time: 2nd Fridays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
Group Bundle Discount: Buy 8 tickets, get $2 off each - $64 Advance/$104 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Improv Level 2
AUGUST SESSION - Mondays 7-9pm
DATES 08/11-10/06 (No class 9/01)
CLASS SHOW 10/12 7:30
Location: Maelstrom Collaborative Arts 5403 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102
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SEPTEMBER SESSION - Tuesdays 7-9pm
DATES 09/09-10/28
CLASS SHOW 11/02 6pm
Instructor - Michael Busch
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland, OH 44102
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OCTOBER SESSION - Thursdays 7-9pm
DATES - 10/23-12/18 (No class 11/27)
CLASS SHOW - 12/21 6pm
Instructor - Michael Busch
Location: Maelstrom Collaborative Arts 5403 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102
Price: $230
16 person cap/8 person minimum
8-week course
This class is 18+ unless otherwise approved by the instructor.
Payment plans available. If you cannot afford the class we have limited work-study spots and financial assistance available. Please email info at imposterstheater dot com for more details.
This class is a continuation of Imposters Improv Level 1. If you have not taken our Level 1 class, but have similar experience elsewhere, please email info at imposterstheater dot com before signing up.
In this class we will focus on:
-Finding and building the comedy in our scenes
-Recognizing and playing the game of the scene organically
-Multi-person scenes
-Walk-ons
-Tag-outs
Class ends in a graduation show.
Refund Policy - Classes/Workshops
No refunds UNLESS we do not reach the 8 person minimum, in which case you will get a full refund or credit toward a future class. If you have to drop the class and it’s before the 5th meeting, we will issue a half credit for a future class good for 6 months. If you miss a workshop because of a positive Covid diagnosis, we will give you a credit for a future workshop good for 6 months.


The Forms Show!
Harold, La Ronde, Deconstruction…this longform improv show is all about exploring experimental forms!
Hosted by Just Us (Marissa Leonino Lange & Ruben Ryan)
To submit your group: https://forms.gle/aQx4P3Ys8v25aGdb8
June Show Featuring:
Pool Rats (Kim Dunagan, Dustin Graves, Bill Greenlee, Ashley Griffin, Peter Hedmen, Megan Roth, Paul Schusler, Eric Simons, Phil Snyder)
Hands (Jon Sauline, Sam Woodman, Joe Erickson)
It’s Spice Time (David Atkins, Jess Chapple, Kyle Connell, Dan Delegrange, Molly Dise, Rob Elder, Deirdre Lauer)
*Lineup subject to change
Date/Time: 2nd Sundays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

New Me Character Showcase + Indie Improv Spotlight
Join us for our monthly sketch character showcase and a night of improv from some of our favorite indie improv groups!
New Me
Imposters Theater’s character showcase! Featuring some of our favorite sketch performers as well as some fresh faces with brand new solo characters each month!
June Host - James Catullo
June Performers: Griffin Hunsaker, Maria Serra, Sam Woodman, Jacob Heiss
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Indie Improv Spotlight
Each month’s show features two indie groups and a host set from Michael Busch and a mash-up of performers ranging from people currently in classes to house show cast members. New group each month!
June Performers -
The Kickback Mash-Up Team - Michael Busch, Katie Booze-Mooney, Brandi Papania, Michael Kowalski, Ashley Griffin, Mackenzie Hauserman
DDK - Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Dionne Atchison, Kim Pride
Stage Against The Machine - Brandi Papania, Colleen Welsch, Jacob Heiss, Tristan Neumann
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Date/Time: 1st Saturdays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Imposters BIG Comedy Night
Come out to Imposters Theater for our BIG variety show overstuffed with our favorite improv, sketch, stand up, & other nonsense!
June Show:
Hosted by Sam Woodman & Dionne Atchison
Featuring standup by Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Zach Welch, Angelo Maneage, & Faye Fahsbender
Sketch comedy by CJ Cobb
Improv by The Imposters Society (Michael Busch, James Catullo, Dionne Atchison, Ryan Santa, Ruben Ryan, Marissa Leonino Lange)
Date/Time: 1st Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
Group Bundle Discount: Buy 8 tickets, get $2 off each - $64 Advance/$104 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

FRRRIDDDAAAYYY with Bill Squire
Bill Squire - National Touring Comedian, Cleveland Scene’s Best Male comedian and formerly of The Alan Cox Show - performs standup and crowd work and boy, is it funny.
Featuring a new lineup of local talent every month, headlined by Bill Squire.
06/06 Show:
Host: Nicole Rossa
Feature: Tabitha Jones
Date/Time: First Fridays
Doors 9:00pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Unwritten: The Improvised Musical
A full-length musical made up on the spot inspired by your title suggestions.
Featuring Ali Peters, Sarah Demetruk, Ryan Tomcko, Scott Shepard, Cam Godfrey, Fiona Finneran, Marissa Leonino Lange, Griffin Hunsaker, and Carolyn Demanelis
Director + Pianist: Matthew Dolan
Date/Time: First Fridays
Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Sketch Open Mic
An hour dedicated to testing written comedic material. Whether you’re part of an existing sketch group or dipping your toes in the sketch water this is the place for you to try out new work.
How it works: You can submit as a group or as an individual writer for a 10 minute slot. If you’re a writer, we will find actors for you to read your scripts. Sketches can be presented as stage readings or fully blocked and costumed pieces. Booked acts will receive the run order the week of the show.
How to submit: Fill out this form with your group/individual name, the date you are interested in, and your scripts. All material will be accepted but I am screening for basic crimes against humanity, don’t be a jerk.
For Actors: If you’re interested in reading material, please feel free to submit your availability for upcoming show dates.
Date/Time: 1st Thursdays each month Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
NO SHOW 7/3/25
Price: FREE
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking:Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Try Improv! The Improv Workshop for Absolute Beginners
This is a welcoming, fun workshop for absolute beginners run by one of our veteran performer/instructors.
Dates/Times:
Saturday 07/12/25 11am-1pm Instructor Marissa Leonino Lange
Sunday 07/27/25 1-3pm
Wednesday 08/13/25 7-9pm
Tuesday 09/02/25 7-9pm
Saturday 09/27/25 11am-1pm Instructor Marissa Leonino Lange
Thursday 10/16/25 7-9pm
Wednesday 11/12/25 7-9pm
Saturday 11/29/25 3:30-5:30pm
Wednesday 12/10/25 7-9pm
Cost: $30
This class is 18+ unless otherwise approved by the instructor. Any questions email info at imposterstheater.com
All sales are final.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
If you're looking for…
- a night out to meet other fun, creative people in a supportive environment
- a unique activity for a date/friend night
- a judgement-free place to step out of your comfort zone
…this workshop is for you!
You’ll play improv games and do some scenes with guidance and support from the instructor. No experience necessary.
DISCOUNT - Sign up with a friend and each of you will get $5 off with promo code 2GETHER (must purchase both at the same time)
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Refund Policy - Classes/Workshops
No refunds UNLESS we do not reach the 8 person minimum, in which case you will get a full refund or credit toward a future class/workshop.
Policies are subject to change.

Board Game Night (In The Lobby!)
It’s Board Game Night in the Imposters lobby and YOU are invited! We will provide an assortment of board games for everyone to enjoy, so bring a friend, grab a beverage from the bar, and join in the fun for a great night of gaming.
No Cover, no advance RSVP necessary
Hosted by Jacob Heiss
Date/Time: First Thursdays
Bar opens at 6:30 PM
NO EVENT 7/3/25
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102 (in the lobby)
Age Restrictions: 18+ unless accompanied by an adult.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Improv Level 1
JULY SESSION - Tuesdays 7-9pm
DATES - 07/08-08/26
CLASS SHOW 08/30 6pm
Instructor - Deena Nyer Mendlowitz
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AUGUST SESSION - Thursdays 7-9pm
DATES - 08/21-10/09
CLASS SHOW 10/12 6pm
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SEPTEMBER SESSION - Saturdays 3:30-5:30pm
DATES - 09/20-11/08
CLASS SHOW 11/09 6pm
Instructor - Marissa Leonino Lange
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OCTOBER TH SESSION - Thursdays 7-9pm
DATES - 10/23-12/18 (No class 11/27)
CLASS SHOW - 12/21 6pm
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OCTOBER SAT SESSION - Saturdays 11am-1pm
DATES 10/25-12/20 (No class (11/29)
CLASS SHOW 12/21 7:30pm
Instructor - Marissa Leonino Lange
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland, OH 44102
Price: $230
16 person cap/8 person minimum
8-week course
This class is 18+ unless otherwise approved by the instructor.
Payment plans available. If you cannot afford the class we have limited work-study spots and financial aid available. Please email info at imposterstheater dot com for more details.
This course is an introduction to long-form improvisation, based on the style developed by The iO Theater and The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. We will start with a focus on the fundamentals - agreement, listening, and support - as well as the thing that should come across in every scene: the fun. We will also get into things like establishing the reality of the scene, connecting with your scene partner, and playing with emotion.
This class is designed for absolute beginners up to those with some short form or long form improv experience.
Each week we will develop your group and individual skills through scene work and exercises.
Class ends in a graduation show.
Refund Policy - Classes/Workshops
No refunds UNLESS we do not reach the 8 person minimum, in which case you will get a full refund or credit toward a future class. If you have to drop the class and it’s before the 5th meeting, we will issue a half credit for a future class good for 6 months. If you miss a workshop because of a positive Covid diagnosis, we will give you a credit for a future workshop good for 6 months.

Improv Grad Night
Come out to support Imposters Theater’s Improv Grad Night!
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Sunday 6/01/25 @ 6 PM - Improv 1
Allison Hamer, Edward Valentin-Lugo, Jeslin Jacob, Jessica Strelec, John Corley, Jose Colon, Luke Barker, Maria Applewhite, Pulkit Nagpal, Rowan Barker-Clarke, Stephanie Ginese, TJ Maclin, Sahithi Maganti, David Mog, and Jacob Abhau
Special Guest Set from The Imposters Society - Michael Busch, Ryan Santa, Lauren Tibjash, and more TBA
Sunday 6/01/25 @ 7:30 PM - Improv 2 & 4
Level 2 - Dario Petronzio, Isa Jackson, John Petro, Joshua O’Halla, Katherine Sabaka, Keith Galloway, Maggie Bisesi, Rakhi Shah, Samia Keeton, Steve Tinney
Level 4 - Ashley Griffin, Catherine McIver, Dustin Graves, Eric Simons, Joe Donatelli, Jonathan Vesey, Kim Dunagan, Mackenzie Marimon, Megan Roth, Paul Schussler, Peter Hedman, Phil Snyder, Travis Plats, William Greenlee
Special Guest Set from The Imposters Society - Michael Busch, Ryan Santa and more TBA
Sunday 7/13/25 @ 6 PM - Improv 3
Level 3 - Alex Li, Hans Strock, Kyle Connell, Mackenzie Hauserman, Mandy Alhajj, Sarah Roelle, Ksan Cooper, & William Balazs
Special Guest Set from The Imposters Society - Michael Busch, Ryan Santa and more TBA
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Price: $7 Advance/$10 Day of Show - Limited Seating
Doors 5:30pm/Show 6pm
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


What Are We Doing? An Improv Game Show
Host James Catullo fires off improv challenges to our three teams of contestants who will compete for points and laughs. The audience votes on who returns next month. If you enjoy Whose Line It It Anyway and Make Some Noise, this show is for you!
Hosted/Produced by James Catullo
Prompts written by James Catullo, Brandon Schoeppner, Nicole Miller, Preeya Shankar, Maria Serra, Sam Dee
April cast: Dionne Atchison, Joe Erickson, Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, Evan Roder, & Jacob Heiss
May cast: Dionne Atchison, Ryan Santa, Cam Godfrey, Alex Heckman, & Cole Galloway
June cast: Joe Lewis, CJ Cobb, Ali Maxwell, Alex Heckman, & Vivian Thomas
Date/Time: 4th Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
Group Bundle Discount: Buy 8 tickets, get $2 off each - $64 Advance/$104 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.



Mental Illness & Friends
Mental Illness and Friends, created and hosted by Deena Nyer Mendlowitz, is a live comedy talk-show combining stand-up, improv, and open, honest dialogue with other artists dealing with mental health issues.
Nyer Mendlowitz, who lives with anxiety and suicidal ideation, begins each performance with a new opening monologue, seamlessly weaving mental illness, real life, and laughter together.
Each month she invites other comedians, improv artists, actors, and often a musical guest to perform and share a bit of their own mental health history.
The hour-long show closes with an improv set based on topics discussed that evening. The results are hilarious, honest, enlightening, empowering, inspiring and leave both the performers and audience feeling a little more connected and understood.
Host - Deena Nyer Mendlowitz
For Real Tho with Dionne Atchison
Guests - Julie Patton and Sam Woodman
Improv by Delicious Ambiguity
Who's Deena:
Deena Nyer Mendlowitz is a comedian, an improviser, and a teacher. In 2018 she was named one of Ohio's funniest women by Cleveland.com and was also honored as a Cleveland Jewish News Difference Maker for the work she has done using comedy to promote mental health awareness and to destigmatize mental illness. Her work has been featured on NPR, in USA Today & New Scientist Magazine. Deena is the co-founder of Mass Hysteria Improv Fest and creator of This Improvised Life, a part improvised, part written story-telling hour.
Date/Time: Friday 05/30/25
Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show - Limited Seating
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Policies are subject to change.

Ajar Mic
Showcase your writing at our new Ajar Mic, the booked amateur night in the Imposters lobby, featuring stand-up and other solo scripted material from performers of all experience levels. Join us for comedy, drink specials, silly raffles, and more!
Hosted by Cam Godfrey and Dezhawn France.
Date/Time: Every Thursday
(Every 1st Thursday is Sketch Night with Ryan Santa! Learn more and RSVP here)
Doors: 9 PM
Show: 9:30 PM
Comics: Email ajarmicimposters@gmail.com with the Thursdays you're available for booking consideration.
No Cover (1 item minimum recommended).
No advance reservation required. Limited Seating
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Sketch Battle!
Three Sketch Comedy troupes are given three prompts to write sketches about. These three groups then have two months to write, rehearse, and acquire props and costumes for three brand new sketches. You, the audience, will decide which group had the funniest sketches of the evening with the help of our panel of experts. The winning group will receive bragging rights and the opportunity to return and defend their hard won title of Sketch Battle champion.
Hosted by 5x Cleveland Comedy Award winners Tabitha Jones (Roast Battle Cleveland) and Jeremy Sheer (Sad Boys Social Club).
All new groups compete for a chance to join the next Tournament of Champions.
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Date/Time: 4th Saturdays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show - Limited Seating
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Policies are subject to change.

Sara & RJ: Dynamite Plunger! + The Imposters Society
Join veteran New York improvisers Sara Katrenich and RJ Williams (Second City NY) as they improvise a world with a myriad of characters. Plunge into madness with us!
Followed by an Armando-style set from the Imposters Society with special guests Sara and RJ!
Guest Monologist - Deena Nyer Mendlowitz
Imposters Society - Michael Busch, Dionne Atchison, Joe Lewis, James Catullo, Ali Maxwell, Marissa Leonino Lange, Ruben Ryan
Opening group - Stand & Deliver - Sam Dee, Travis Williams, Joe Erickson, Cole Galloway, Alex Shaver
Date/Time: Saturday, May 24th at 7:30 PM
Doors 7 PM
Price: $10 adv/$15 day of show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.


The Menagerie + Longform Improv Jam
The Menagerie features our two house long form groups on the 4th Friday of every month. Each group chooses/develops their own form and performs a never-before-seen show just for YOU!
Mischief LLC - Scott Allen, Nicholas Rupe, Samantha Sullivan, Dionne Atchison, Brandon Dohner, Luke Horvat, Jen Gallagher, and Charlotte Petrie
IKEA NEAR ME - Cole Galloway, Marissa Leonino Lange, Olivia Taliaferro, Alex Shaver, Lauren Onkeles-Klein, Ruben Ryan, Sam Woodman, and Lindsey Russell
And after intermission it’s the Longform Improv Mashup Jam - it’s YOUR chance to get up on stage! Sign up during intermission, we’ll mash everyone up into teams, and each team will perform a 10-15 minute set! Four magical improv groups you may never see again.
*Lineup subject to change
Date/Time: Fourth Fridays Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

The Riff
An improv show inspired by the words and songs of a local musician.
May musician spotlight: Scott Leonard
Cast: Jon Sauline, Alex Shaver, Roxanne Goldberg, Griffin Hunsaker, Cole Galloway, Marissa Leonino Lange, Evan Roder, and Jen Gallagher
Directed by Michael Busch
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Date/Time: 4th Fridays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm
Price: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Show
All sales are final. If the show is sold out and you have not arrived by the listed showtime, you may lose your spot.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Age Restrictions: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.
Food/Drinks: We have a wide array of beverages including beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails and small snacks available at our lobby bar.
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Ajar Mic
Showcase your writing at our new Ajar Mic, the booked amateur night in the Imposters lobby, featuring stand-up and other solo scripted material from performers of all experience levels. Join us for comedy, drink specials, silly raffles, and more!
Hosted by Cam Godfrey and Dezhawn France.
Date/Time: Every Thursday
(Every 1st Thursday is Sketch Night with Ryan Santa! Learn more and RSVP here)
Doors: 9 PM
Show: 9:30 PM
Comics: Email ajarmicimposters@gmail.com with the Thursdays you're available for booking consideration.
No Cover (1 item minimum recommended).
No advance reservation required. Limited Seating
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.

Try Improv! The Improv Workshop for Absolute Beginners
This is a welcoming, fun workshop for absolute beginners run by one of our veteran performer/instructors.
Dates/Times:
Saturday 07/12/25 11am-1pm Instructor Marissa Leonino Lange
Sunday 07/27/25 1-3pm
Wednesday 08/13/25 7-9pm
Tuesday 09/02/25 7-9pm
Saturday 09/27/25 11am-1pm Instructor Marissa Leonino Lange
Thursday 10/16/25 7-9pm
Wednesday 11/12/25 7-9pm
Saturday 11/29/25 3:30-5:30pm
Wednesday 12/10/25 7-9pm
Cost: $30
This class is 18+ unless otherwise approved by the instructor. Any questions email info at imposterstheater.com
All sales are final.
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
If you're looking for…
- a night out to meet other fun, creative people in a supportive environment
- a unique activity for a date/friend night
- a judgement-free place to step out of your comfort zone
…this workshop is for you!
You’ll play improv games and do some scenes with guidance and support from the instructor. No experience necessary.
DISCOUNT - Sign up with a friend and each of you will get $5 off with promo code 2GETHER (must purchase both at the same time)
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
Refund Policy - Classes/Workshops
No refunds UNLESS we do not reach the 8 person minimum, in which case you will get a full refund or credit toward a future class/workshop.
Policies are subject to change.