Dynamic Duos

The Noah’s Ark of improvised comedy. Join us for a night of improv from a parade of dynamic duos!

Hosted by Cam Godfrey

April 23rd ft. Dierdre Lauer & David Atkins, Scott Leonard & Jeff Rohrs, Marc Zeale & David Kulma, Jess Jacob & Griffin Hunsaker, Sarah Roelle & Michael Busch, Chase Brown & June McHie, & Jen Gallagher + Charlotte Petrie

April 30th ft. Audrey Harkins and Grant Raimann, Lisa Sanchez and Isa Jackson, Emily Wang and Lauren Lash, Tom Horsfall & Jo Rou, Jon Sauline & Alex Shaver, and GODSANTA

Followed by an IMPROV JAM!

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 8:30pm
Bar/Lobby opens at 8pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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

A full-length musical made up on the spot inspired by your title suggestions!

Featuring Ali Peters, Sarah Demetruk, Ryan Paix, Scott Shepard, Marissa Leonino Lange, Griffin Hunsaker, Ksan Cooper, and pianist Jonah Raider-Roth

Director: Ryan Santa

Date/Time: Friday, May 1st

Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar with popcorn and more small snacks!

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.

Three sketch comedy troupes are given three prompts to inspire three sketches.  They’ll have two months to write and prepare to compete in the blood-stained arena of comedy combat. 

You, the audience, will decide which group lives and which group… also lives but does not move on to the tournament of champions.

The winning troupe will receive bragging rights and the opportunity to 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).

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Dates/Times:

Friday, May 1st at 9:30 PM
Friday, June 5th at 9:30 PM
Friday, July 10th at 9:30 PM
Friday, August 7th at 9:30 PM (Tournament of Champions)

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: 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.

The Imposters Improv Play Lab is an inclusive space for anyone looking to expand their creativity. Improv comedy is the foundation we use to explore how much we can make using nothing but our bodies and imagination. Whether you are new to improv or have been in a troupe since the dawn of Chicago, the Play Lab is a space for us to meddle with our funny.

Hosted by Scott Shepard, Charlotte Petrie, Ryan Tomcko, Lauren Tibjash, and Chris Ross

March 2026 Dates: 03/07, 03/21, 03/28 (No Jam 03/14)

April 2026 Dates: 04/04, 04/11, 04/18

May 2026 Dates: 05/02, 05/09, 05/16, 05/23, 05/30

Time: Saturdays 1-3pm

Cover: Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

Come out to Imposters Theater for our BIG variety show overstuffed with our favorite improv, sketch, stand up, & other nonsense!

***

May 2 show ft. Standup & Sketch by Brett Thomas, Tim Cornett, Rebecca Kaplan (NYC), Cristal Joi, and Kee Silly

Improv by the Imposters Society (Michael Busch, Ryan Santa, Jen Gallagher, Ruben Ryan, & Charlotte Petrie)

Hosted by Pope

***

Lineups subject to change

Date/Time: 1st Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

Price: $15

In order to make our shows financially accessible, limited tickets are available at a discounted cost of $5. If the $15 price is out of your budget, select Access Price at the drop-down menu below.

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

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.

Hosted by Reigning Champion of The Gauntlet Deena Nyer Mendlowitz

Summer Tournament Combatants:

May - Lauren Lash, Tom Sunchuk, James Catullo, Substance, Joseph Lewis, Daniel Myron Handelman

June - Lisa Sanchez, Vonnetta Epps, Joey Lagzdins, Tim Cornett, Zach Welch, Ashe Stonesifer

July - Audrey Harkins, Sasha Mikhail, Cady Roess, Griffin Hunsaker, Angelo Maneage, Evan Roder

***

Date/Time: 05/02, 06/06, 07/11 Championship 08/01
Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm

Price: $15

In order to make our shows financially accessible, limited tickets are available at a discounted cost of $5. If the $15 price is out of your budget, select Access Price at the drop-down menu below.

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Come out to support Imposters Theater’s Improv Grad Night!

Sunday, May 3rd @ 6 pm - Improv 2

Carl Smith, David Kulma, Jason B Lallo, Jim Szelagowski, Kayla Jesberger, Kelly Arnold, Marc Zeale, Reuben De Almeida, Robyn Swift, Spencer Sowards, & Joanna Sowards

Sunday, May 31st @ 6 pm - Improv 2 & 4

Improv 4: Rob Xu, Jacqueline Graham, Jason B Lallo, Jason Gromek, Jeslin Jacob, John Jones, Lenni Holdsworth, Nandinee Phatak, Thomas Sunchuk

Sunday, June 7th @ 6 pm - Improv 1

Sunday, June 21st @ 6 pm - Improv 3

Sunday, June 28th @ 6 pm - Improv 1

***

Price: $10 - 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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Rec League Improv Night features newer, up-and-coming performers at Imposters Theater. Each group chooses/develops their own form and performs a never-before-seen show just for YOU!

After intermission it’s the Longform Improv Mashup Jam - 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: First Sundays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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 easiest way to get a playable game is to be a "fool." "I built a robot to be my partner" is unusual. "I built a robot to be my partner and programmed it to have all the worst traits of my exes." is foolish, and funnier. Let's practice that.

We mean someone who is behaving irrationally. Insecure, petty, short-sighted, naive, or just straight-up stupid: these are the simplest comedy games. Let's practice being and seeing fools.

Date/Time:

Tuesday, May 5th, 6-9pm

Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 6–9pm

Cap: 16

Pre-Requisites: Finished Improv Level 2 at Imposters or similar experience elsewhere

Cost: $60

All sales are final.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Will Hines is a comedic actor with tons of improv experience. He’s appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Brooklyn 99, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Broad City and many others. Hines trained at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (in NYC and LA) where he’s worked with every funny person in America over the last 20 years.

You can also see his imdb profile, which is... mostly accurate?

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 easiest way to get a playable game is to be a "fool." "I built a robot to be my partner" is unusual. "I built a robot to be my partner and programmed it to have all the worst traits of my exes." is foolish, and funnier. Let's practice that.

We mean someone who is behaving irrationally. Insecure, petty, short-sighted, naive, or just straight-up stupid: these are the simplest comedy games. Let's practice being and seeing fools.

Date/Time:

Tuesday, May 5th, 6-9pm

Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 6–9pm

Cap: 16

Pre-Requisites: Finished Improv Level 2 at Imposters or similar experience elsewhere

Cost: $60

All sales are final.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Will Hines is a comedic actor with tons of improv experience. He’s appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Brooklyn 99, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Broad City and many others. Hines trained at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (in NYC and LA) where he’s worked with every funny person in America over the last 20 years.

You can also see his imdb profile, which is... mostly accurate?

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.

Do scenes and we'll go over how to play those games better. Are you truly listening to each other? Is the base reality clear? Is your unusual thing really unusual? And are we keeping things human as we heighten?

This is a combination crash course and master class in the fundamentals of making your improv scenes funny. We'll start with monologue openings and move on to going just from a suggestion.

Heads up: WE WILL NOT WARM UP. We'll do scenes right at the start of class.

Date/Time: TWO SESSIONS Thursday, May 7th, 2026

1-4pm

5–8pm

Cap: 16

Pre-Requisites: Finished Improv Level 2 at Imposters or similar experience elsewhere

Cost: $60

All sales are final.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Will Hines is a comedic actor with tons of improv experience. He’s appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Brooklyn 99, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Broad City and many others. Hines trained at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (in NYC and LA) where he’s worked with every funny person in America over the last 20 years.

You can also see his imdb profile, which is... mostly accurate?

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.

Do scenes and we'll go over how to play those games better. Are you truly listening to each other? Is the base reality clear? Is your unusual thing really unusual? And are we keeping things human as we heighten?

This is a combination crash course and master class in the fundamentals of making your improv scenes funny. We'll start with monologue openings and move on to going just from a suggestion.

Heads up: WE WILL NOT WARM UP. We'll do scenes right at the start of class.

Date/Time: TWO SESSIONS Thursday, May 7th, 2026

1-4pm

5–8pm

Cap: 16

Pre-Requisites: Finished Improv Level 2 at Imposters or similar experience elsewhere

Cost: $60

All sales are final.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Will Hines is a comedic actor with tons of improv experience. He’s appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Brooklyn 99, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Broad City and many others. Hines trained at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (in NYC and LA) where he’s worked with every funny person in America over the last 20 years.

You can also see his imdb profile, which is... mostly accurate?

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.

Will Hines is taking over Dynamic Duos improv night, The Noah’s Ark of improvised comedy.

Ft. Will Hines with Cam Godfrey, Ryan Santa, and YOU?! Put your name in a bucket for a chance to do a 6 minute duos set with Will Hines.

Or, just sit back and enjoy the show! Participation is not required.

Followed by an IMPROV JAM!

Date/Time: Thursday, May 7th at 8:30pm
Bar/Lobby opens at 8pm

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks:We have a full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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

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

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Indie Improv Spotlight:

Indie Improv Spotlight features indie groups and a mash-up team with Artistic Director Michael Busch and performers ranging from people currently in classes to house show cast members.

Date/Time: Every Second Friday Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm
(No show in July)

May Performers -

5 Standups and No Microphones - Dezhawn France, Cam Godfrey, Stephanie Ginese, Q Tatum, and TJ Maclin

Gutter Nuts - Ashe Stonesifer, Jon Vescey, Dasha Taraban, Luke Barker-Clarke, Rowan Barker-Clarke, Kate Stanoch, Charlotte Petrie

Yes Anderson - Mike Kowalski, Cale Harter, Dana Bye, Joey Lagzdins & Jeff Rohrs

Mash-Up Team - Michael Busch, more tba

*Lineup subject to change

Price: $10

*Lineup subject to change

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 full bar including small snacks.

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 Imposters Improv Play Lab is an inclusive space for anyone looking to expand their creativity. Improv comedy is the foundation we use to explore how much we can make using nothing but our bodies and imagination. Whether you are new to improv or have been in a troupe since the dawn of Chicago, the Play Lab is a space for us to meddle with our funny.

Hosted by Scott Shepard, Charlotte Petrie, Ryan Tomcko, Lauren Tibjash, and Chris Ross

March 2026 Dates: 03/07, 03/21, 03/28 (No Jam 03/14)

April 2026 Dates: 04/04, 04/11, 04/18

May 2026 Dates: 05/02, 05/09, 05/16, 05/23, 05/30

Time: Saturdays 1-3pm

Cover: Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

Two sketch comedy shows on one ticket!

The Imposters Main Stage Sketch Show

A 30-minute sketch comedy show brought to you by the Imposters Main Stage cast.

Directed by Jason Flowers


Written by Cam Godfrey, Griffin Hunsaker, James Catullo, Sarah Hopkins, and Gregory James


Performed by Sam Dee, Ksan Cooper, Charlotte Petrie, Dionne Atchison, Doug Kusak, and Luke Barker-Clarke

New Me Character Showcase

Imposters Theater’s character showcase!

Featuring original character sketches from some of Imposters Theater’s favorite solo performers!

May show featuring Cam Godfrey, Camille Ross, James Catullo, Luke Barker-Clarke, Ali Maxwell

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New Material:
Saturday, April 11th @ 7:30 PM
Saturday, May 9th @ 7:30 PM
Saturday, June 13th @ 7:30 PM

Best of showcase:
Friday, July 17th @ 7:30 PM
Friday, July 24th @ 7:30 PM
Friday, July 31st @ 7:30 PM

Price: $15

In order to make our shows financially accessible, limited tickets are available at a discounted cost of $5. If the $15 price is out of your budget, select Access Price at the drop-down menu below.

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 full bar and small snacks available.

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.

We perform improvised standup based on your burning questions. Come ready to ask us anything about anything!

May 9th show

Hosted by Bill Squire

With Cam Godfrey, Dezhawn France, Stephanie Ginese, Angelo Maneage, Logan Rishaw

***

Lineups subject to change

Dates: 2nd Saturdays - 05/09, 06/13

Time: Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm

Price: $15

In order to make our shows financially accessible, limited tickets are available at a discounted cost of $5. If the $15 price is out of your budget, select Access Price at the drop-down menu below.

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 full bar with popcorn and more small snacks!

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.

This is a welcoming, fun workshop for absolute beginners run by one of our veteran performer/instructors. Mother’s Day edition!

If you're looking for…
- a fun, unique Mother’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 5/10/26 3 PM–5 PM

Cost: $30 per ticket
DISCOUNT - Sign up with mom and each of you will get $5 off with promo code 2GETHER (must purchase both at the same time)

Instructor - Deena Nyer Mendlowitz

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.

Come out to Imposters Theater for a celebration of Mom!

Hosted by Ryan Santa

Date/Time: Sunday, May 10th @ 6pm

Doors 5:30pm

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

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Harold, La Ronde, Deconstruction…this longform improv show is all about exploring experimental forms! 

Hosted by Just Us (Marissa Leonino Lange & Ruben Ryan)

April Show Featuring

Gutternuts (Ashe Stonesifer, Jon Vesey, Kate Stanoch, Dasha Taraban, Rowan Barker-Clarke, Luke Barker-Clarke)

Colleagues (Eric Simons, Peter Hedman, Paul Schusler, Phil Snyder, Bill Greenlee, Ashley Griffin, Katie McIver)

Almost Lemonade (Chase Brown, Kayley Kosik, Mike Kowalski, and more TBA)

To submit your group: https://forms.gle/aQx4P3Ys8v25aGdb8

*Lineup subject to change

Date/Time: 2nd Sundays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including small snacks.

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.

Come out to support the graduation showcase after Deena Nyer Mendlowitz’s Storytelling Basics workshop at Imposters Theater!

Hosted by Deena Nyer Mendlowitz

Tuesday, May 12th @ 7:30pm

Doors open 30 minutes before show

Price: $10 - 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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Dynamic Duos

The Noah’s Ark of improvised comedy. Join us for a night of improv from a parade of dynamic duos!

Hosted by Cam Godfrey

April 23rd ft. Dierdre Lauer & David Atkins, Scott Leonard & Jeff Rohrs, Marc Zeale & David Kulma, Jess Jacob & Griffin Hunsaker, Sarah Roelle & Michael Busch, Chase Brown & June McHie, & Jen Gallagher + Charlotte Petrie

April 30th ft. Audrey Harkins and Grant Raimann, Lisa Sanchez and Isa Jackson, Emily Wang and Lauren Lash, Tom Horsfall & Jo Rou, Jon Sauline & Alex Shaver, and GODSANTA

Followed by an IMPROV JAM!

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 8:30pm
Bar/Lobby opens at 8pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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

A long form improv mashup jam hosted by Cam Godfrey. Every Thursday after Dynamic Duos improv night!

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 9:30pm beginning 3/12

Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

One Night Only: Improvised Lounge Singer Act

Pull up a seat at your local seedy motel bar and enjoy the entertainment by this all-women improvised musical act.

Featuring Katie Booze-Mooney, Sam Dee, Sarah Demetruk, Marissa Leonino Lange, and special guests!

Dates: Fridays 04/17 and 05/15

4/17 Opening Act

Tales from the Bard: The Improvised Epic

In the ancient bardic tradition, tales were best enjoyed with song and dance down at the local tavern, where the audience played an active role in the telling of the tale. Join our wandering bard Mike Frye as he spins an epic yarn about the most heroic people in YOUR life.

Musical accompaniment by Jack Routhier

Time: Doors 7pm/Show 7:30 PM

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar including popcorn small snacks.

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.

Three indie improv teams enter the ring, you decide who comes out on top!

Hosted by Sam Sullivan & Audrey Harkins

April 17th show featuring:

5 Standups, No Microphone: Q Tatum, Dezhawn France, TJ Maclin, Stephanie Ginese, & Alex MacLeod

Yes Anderson: Dana Bye, Cale Harter, Kayley Kosik, Mike Kowalski, Joey Lagzdins, & Jeff Rohrs

Clam Destined: Lisa Sanchez, Lauren Lash, Aaron Flowers, Joe Jurecki

Dates: Every 3rd Friday

Time: Doors 9pm/Show 9:30 PM

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn small snacks.

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 Imposters Improv Play Lab is an inclusive space for anyone looking to expand their creativity. Improv comedy is the foundation we use to explore how much we can make using nothing but our bodies and imagination. Whether you are new to improv or have been in a troupe since the dawn of Chicago, the Play Lab is a space for us to meddle with our funny.

Hosted by Scott Shepard, Charlotte Petrie, Ryan Tomcko, Lauren Tibjash, and Chris Ross

March 2026 Dates: 03/07, 03/21, 03/28 (No Jam 03/14)

April 2026 Dates: 04/04, 04/11, 04/18

May 2026 Dates: 05/02, 05/09, 05/16, 05/23, 05/30

Time: Saturdays 1-3pm

Cover: Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

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.

Produced by Maria Serra

April Show ft. Jacob Heiss, Jeffrey Rohrs, Audrey Harkins, Charlotte Petrie with Guest Host James Catullo

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.

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: 3rd Saturdays

Time: Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar including popcorn and other snacks.

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.

Come out to support the graduation showcase after Bill Squire’s standup comedy workshop at Imposters Theater!

Hosted by Bill Squire

Monday, April 13th @ 7:30pm - Level 2

Alexa J Fatheringham, Erick Carter, Lena Louise, Lynn B. Johnson, Mark Rantala, Nate Stout, Nicholas Durbin, Rachel Kabb-Effron, Sarah M. Roelle & Will Balazs

Monday, May 18th @ 7:30pm - Level 1

Doors open at 7pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Our intro to improv, friendly-to-all-experience-levels class!

APRIL SESSION - Wednesdays 6pm-8pm (6-week course)

DATES - 04/29-06/03

CLASS SHOW - 06/07 6pm

Instructor - Kim Pride

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MAY SESSION - Tuesdays 7pm-9pm

DATES - 05/19-06/23

CLASS SHOW - 06/28 6pm

Instructor - Deena Nyer Mendlowitz

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JUNE SESSION - Mondays 6pm-8pm

DATES - 06/29-08/03

CLASS SHOW - 08/09 6pm

Instructor - Deena Nyer Mendlowitz

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Price: $199

Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland, OH 44102

16 person cap/8 person minimum

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 on payment plans or work-study; The Imposters Arts Foundation provides financial aid - please email impostersartsfoundation at gmail dot com.

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.

Dynamic Duos

The Noah’s Ark of improvised comedy. Join us for a night of improv from a parade of dynamic duos!

Hosted by Cam Godfrey

April 23rd ft. Dierdre Lauer & David Atkins, Scott Leonard & Jeff Rohrs, Marc Zeale & David Kulma, Jess Jacob & Griffin Hunsaker, Sarah Roelle & Michael Busch, Chase Brown & June McHie, & Jen Gallagher + Charlotte Petrie

April 30th ft. Audrey Harkins and Grant Raimann, Lisa Sanchez and Isa Jackson, Emily Wang and Lauren Lash, Tom Horsfall & Jo Rou, Jon Sauline & Alex Shaver, and GODSANTA

Followed by an IMPROV JAM!

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 8:30pm
Bar/Lobby opens at 8pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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

A long form improv mashup jam hosted by Cam Godfrey. Every Thursday after Dynamic Duos improv night!

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 9:30pm beginning 3/12

Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

Each month, our cast of improvisors make up comedy on the spot based on the songs of local musicians! Come out for a night celebrating a confluence of Cleveland’s live music and comedy scenes!

April Musical Guest - Final Passion - follow them on Instagram here and check out there music here!

Cast: Jon Sauline, Alex Shaver, Roxanne Goldberg, Griffin Hunsaker, Cole Galloway, Marissa Leonino Lange, Evan Roder, and Ruben Ryan

Directed by Michael Busch

Date/Time: Every 4th Friday at 7:30 PM

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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 features our three 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!

Featuring
IKEA NEAR ME: Cole Galloway, Marissa Leonino Lange, Alex Shaver, Ruben Ryan, Sam Woodman, Lindsey Russell, Evan Roder, & Katie Booze-Mooney

Mischief LLC: Sam Sullivan, Nicholas Rupe, Jen Gallagher, Luke Horvat, Charlotte Petrie, Brandon Dohner, Lauren Tibjash, & Rob Elder

Ripley’s BELIEVE IT: Bill Greenlee, Deirdre Lauer, Johnny Fullmer, Ben Petit, Kayley Kosik, Vonnetta Epps, Dana Bye, & Ashe Stonesifer

Followed by your chance to get onstage in an improv mashup jam!

Date/Time: Every 4th Friday at 9:30pm (doors at 9)

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar with popcorn and other small snacks.

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 Improv Jam after The Menagerie!

Join our longform teams onstage in an improv mashup jam. Play and mingle with new improvisers every 4th Friday* after the late show.

This event is part of The Menagerie long form improv night and will begin after the show ends. A signup list will be at the bar beginning at 10:30 PM.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

Date/Time: Fourth Fridays after The Menagerie: 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24, & 5/22
(*Special January date 1/30)

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 Imposters Improv Play Lab is an inclusive space for anyone looking to expand their creativity. Improv comedy is the foundation we use to explore how much we can make using nothing but our bodies and imagination. Whether you are new to improv or have been in a troupe since the dawn of Chicago, the Play Lab is a space for us to meddle with our funny.

Hosted by Scott Shepard, Charlotte Petrie, Ryan Tomcko, Lauren Tibjash, and Chris Ross

March 2026 Dates: 03/07, 03/21, 03/28 (No Jam 03/14)

April 2026 Dates: 04/04, 04/11, 04/18

May 2026 Dates: 05/02, 05/09, 05/16, 05/23, 05/30

Time: Saturdays 1-3pm

Cover: Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

Host James Catullo fires off improv challenges to our five 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, Jacob Heiss, Ben Petit, Maria Serra

May 23rd show opener: Laugh Tank Live!

Comedians pitch their ridiculous business ideas to a panel of equally-ridiculous judges.

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Date/Time: 4th Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm (No show 4/25/26)

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Have you ever finished an improv set wishing you had moved more? Ever wanted to level up your physicality beyond object work? Maybe you're simply looking to add another tool to your improv toolbelt? If you're feeling blocked with movement and intimidated by dance, then this workshop is for you.

Using a lens of contemporary dance, you'll learn techniques for creating abstract movement from tangible and intangible suggestions, how to identify opportunities for improved stage picture, and how to use dance and movement as a means of connection with scene partners and character development.

Date/Time: Sunday, May 24th, 2026

3–5pm

Cap: 14

Pre-Requisites: Finished Improv Level 1 at Imposters or similar experience elsewhere

Cost: $30

All sales are final.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Charlotte Petrie is a local improviser and former professional dancer with MadJax Dance Company (2022-2024). Before MadJax Dance Company, Charlotte studied classical and modern ballet, hip hop, and contemporary dance at Beck Center for the Arts. She is also a fitness professional, having taught various group exercise formats since 2013. Charlotte’s varied experiences and training enable her to approach teaching dance in an accessible, safe way for both non-dancers and dancers.

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.

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, 04/26 at 7:30 PM

One Shot by Jacob Heiss

Featuring Sam Dee, Jon Sauline, Jen Gallagher & Game Master Jacob Heiss

A live actual play TTRPG show where we go on a new adventure every show!

With opening acts:

The Spy Who Was Also an Imposter Devil Werewolf Among Us by Luke Horvat

There is a traitor in the group. One who would seek to backstab their teammates by ruining the set (so heinous!), but they can't get caught! Do you have a keen eye to pick out who the Imposter is?

Featuring Sorry For Your Loss and Friends: Katie Sewell, Evan Roder, Ryan Paix, Jake McCaffrey, Luke Horvat, and more!

Stranger Than Improv by Alex Shaver

Four improvisors, all rotating from stage to God-mic, who narrates the inner monologue of one character! Think Stranger than Fiction, but improvised and weird/dumb!

Featuring Alex Shaver, Jon Sauline, Katie Booze-Mooney, and Ryan Santa

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Sunday, 05/24 at 7:30 PM

Significant Figures by Rowan Barker-Clarke

The Nitelight Zone by Joe Jurecki

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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 full bar including small snacks.

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.

Dynamic Duos

The Noah’s Ark of improvised comedy. Join us for a night of improv from a parade of dynamic duos!

Hosted by Cam Godfrey

April 23rd ft. Dierdre Lauer & David Atkins, Scott Leonard & Jeff Rohrs, Marc Zeale & David Kulma, Jess Jacob & Griffin Hunsaker, Sarah Roelle & Michael Busch, Chase Brown & June McHie, & Jen Gallagher + Charlotte Petrie

April 30th ft. Audrey Harkins and Grant Raimann, Lisa Sanchez and Isa Jackson, Emily Wang and Lauren Lash, Tom Horsfall & Jo Rou, Jon Sauline & Alex Shaver, and GODSANTA

Followed by an IMPROV JAM!

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 8:30pm
Bar/Lobby opens at 8pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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

A long form improv mashup jam hosted by Cam Godfrey. Every Thursday after Dynamic Duos improv night!

Date/Time: Every Thursday at 9:30pm beginning 3/12

Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

Two great shows for the price of one!

AT THE BUZZER: SPORTS COMEDY TALK SHOW

We're underway at the corner of sports and culture with At the Buzzer, an original comedy variety show featuring color commentary and even more colorful characters.

Hosted by Marissa DeSantis
Featuring James Catullo and more special guests!

GOOD POINT: POWERPOINT PARTY

A powerpoint party! Passionate experts (local comedians) convene to teach, persuade, and entertain with presentations about anything.

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Date/Time: Friday, May 29th Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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 Imposters Improv Play Lab is an inclusive space for anyone looking to expand their creativity. Improv comedy is the foundation we use to explore how much we can make using nothing but our bodies and imagination. Whether you are new to improv or have been in a troupe since the dawn of Chicago, the Play Lab is a space for us to meddle with our funny.

Hosted by Scott Shepard, Charlotte Petrie, Ryan Tomcko, Lauren Tibjash, and Chris Ross

March 2026 Dates: 03/07, 03/21, 03/28 (No Jam 03/14)

April 2026 Dates: 04/04, 04/11, 04/18

May 2026 Dates: 05/02, 05/09, 05/16, 05/23, 05/30

Time: Saturdays 1-3pm

Cover: Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

Come out to Imposters Theater for our BIG variety show overstuffed with our favorite improv, sketch, stand up, & other nonsense!

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May 2 show ft. Standup & Sketch by Brett Thomas, Tim Cornett, Rebecca Kaplan (NYC), Cristal Joi, and Kee Silly

Improv by the Imposters Society (Michael Busch, Ryan Santa, Jen Gallagher, Ruben Ryan, & Charlotte Petrie)

Hosted by Pope

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Lineups subject to change

Date/Time: 1st Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

Price: $15

In order to make our shows financially accessible, limited tickets are available at a discounted cost of $5. If the $15 price is out of your budget, select Access Price at the drop-down menu below.

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Cleveland’s premiere Drag King comedy show, hosted by Abel N. Willing!

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, May 30th @ 9:30 PM

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks

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.

Contestants from the Greater Cleveland improv community will square off in our not-so-serious comedy competition. 2 teams will perform all your favorite short form improv games vying for the audience’s favor as they act, guess and sing their way to victory!

Cast - TBA
Host - Alex Heckman
Pianist - Jonah Raider-Roth

Date/Time: Every Last Sunday of the month in May, June, and July 2026
Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

Price: $10

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Comedian Bill Squire has been in comedy for over 20 years. He's performed nationwide in comedy clubs, colleges, theaters, and arenas.

In this 4 week course, Bill will teach the basics of writing and performing Stand-up Comedy to help newer comedians get a jump start on what it takes to write, perform, and get booked to perform stand-up comedy. 

This workshop is ideal for absolute beginners and those newer to stand up - Bill will cover topics such as etiquette and joke structure, there will be guided writing exercises, and the workshop ends in a showcase hosted by Bill, where everyone will perform a 3-5 minute set.

This is part of our Comedy Basics series. Learn comedy skills from veteran instructors in Standup Basics and Storytelling Basics!

Dates/Times:

APRIL SESSION - Workshop Mondays 04/27, 05/04, 05/11 6-8pm; Showcase Monday 05/18 7:30pm

JUNE SESSION - Workshop Mondays 06/01, 06/08, 06/15 6-8pm; Showcase Monday 06/22 7:30pm

Cost/Cap: $120/10 person cap

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.

About the Instructor:

Check out Bill’s bio here.

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

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Three sketch comedy troupes are given three prompts to inspire three sketches.  They’ll have two months to write and prepare to compete in the blood-stained arena of comedy combat. 

You, the audience, will decide which group lives and which group… also lives but does not move on to the tournament of champions.

The winning troupe will receive bragging rights and the opportunity to 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).

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Dates/Times:

Friday, May 1st at 9:30 PM
Friday, June 5th at 9:30 PM
Friday, July 10th at 9:30 PM
Friday, August 7th at 9:30 PM (Tournament of Champions)

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: 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.

The Imposters Improv Play Lab is an inclusive space for anyone looking to expand their creativity. Improv comedy is the foundation we use to explore how much we can make using nothing but our bodies and imagination. Whether you are new to improv or have been in a troupe since the dawn of Chicago, the Play Lab is a space for us to meddle with our funny.

Hosted by Scott Shepard, Charlotte Petrie, Ryan Tomcko, Lauren Tibjash, and Chris Ross

March 2026 Dates: 03/07, 03/21, 03/28 (No Jam 03/14)

April 2026 Dates: 04/04, 04/11, 04/18

May 2026 Dates: 05/02, 05/09, 05/16, 05/23, 05/30

Time: Saturdays 1-3pm

Cover: Free or donate what you can below.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

RSVP by ‘purchasing’ a ticket below. Ticket sales are donations to Imposters Theater and not required for entry.

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.

Come out to Imposters Theater for our BIG variety show overstuffed with our favorite improv, sketch, stand up, & other nonsense!

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May 2 show ft. Standup & Sketch by Brett Thomas, Tim Cornett, Rebecca Kaplan (NYC), Cristal Joi, and Kee Silly

Improv by the Imposters Society (Michael Busch, Ryan Santa, Jen Gallagher, Ruben Ryan, & Charlotte Petrie)

Hosted by Pope

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Lineups subject to change

Date/Time: 1st Saturdays Doors 7pm/Show 7:30pm

Price: $15

In order to make our shows financially accessible, limited tickets are available at a discounted cost of $5. If the $15 price is out of your budget, select Access Price at the drop-down menu below.

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

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.

Hosted by Reigning Champion of The Gauntlet Deena Nyer Mendlowitz

Summer Tournament Combatants:

May - Lauren Lash, Tom Sunchuk, James Catullo, Substance, Joseph Lewis, Daniel Myron Handelman

June - Lisa Sanchez, Vonnetta Epps, Joey Lagzdins, Tim Cornett, Zach Welch, Ashe Stonesifer

July - Audrey Harkins, Sasha Mikhail, Cady Roess, Griffin Hunsaker, Angelo Maneage, Evan Roder

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Date/Time: 05/02, 06/06, 07/11 Championship 08/01
Doors 9pm/Show 9:30pm

Price: $15

In order to make our shows financially accessible, limited tickets are available at a discounted cost of $5. If the $15 price is out of your budget, select Access Price at the drop-down menu below.

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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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.

Come out to support Imposters Theater’s Improv Grad Night!

Sunday, May 3rd @ 6 pm - Improv 2

Carl Smith, David Kulma, Jason B Lallo, Jim Szelagowski, Kayla Jesberger, Kelly Arnold, Marc Zeale, Reuben De Almeida, Robyn Swift, Spencer Sowards, & Joanna Sowards

Sunday, May 31st @ 6 pm - Improv 2 & 4

Improv 4: Rob Xu, Jacqueline Graham, Jason B Lallo, Jason Gromek, Jeslin Jacob, John Jones, Lenni Holdsworth, Nandinee Phatak, Thomas Sunchuk

Sunday, June 7th @ 6 pm - Improv 1

Sunday, June 21st @ 6 pm - Improv 3

Sunday, June 28th @ 6 pm - Improv 1

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Price: $10 - 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 full bar including popcorn and other small snacks.

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 "Panel Show" Show:

Our cast of guest panelists will participate in fun games, challenges, and discussions surrounding a different topic each show!

May Theme: Too Many Panelists!

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Date/Time: Sunday, June 7th @ 9:30 PM

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: 16+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian. Shows may contain adult language/content/situations.

Food/Drinks: We have a full bar including small snacks.

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.

This is a welcoming, fun workshop for absolute beginners run by one of our veteran performer/instructors. No experience necessary.

Workshop devoted to sparking the aspiring or curious actor’s playfulness and courage to create. Participants will engage in theater games, drama therapy exercises, and acting lessons designed to explore spontaneity, imagination, connection (with themselves and others) and learn to follow their own artistic impulses.

Have fun dipping your toe into the waters of acting in this one-day workshop!

Monday 06/08/26 6-8pm Instructor Katie Booze Mooney

Location: Maelstrom Collaborative Arts 5403 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102

Cost: $30

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)

This class is 18+ unless otherwise approved by the instructor. Any questions email info at imposterstheater.com

All sales are final.

Parking: Street parking is available. Please arrive with ample time to find parking.

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.

MAY SESSION - Saturdays 3:30-5:30pm (6-week course)

DATES - 5/16-6/20

CLASS SHOW - 6/21 at 6pm

Instructor - Ryan Santa

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JUNE SESSION - Thursdays 6pm-8pm (6-week course)

DATES 6/11-7/16

CLASS SHOW - 07/19 6pm

Instructor - Ryan Santa

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Price: $199

14 person cap/8 person minimum

Location - Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102

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 on payment plans or work-study; The Imposters Arts Foundation provides financial aid - please email impostersartsfoundation at gmail dot com.

This class is a continuation of Imposters Improv Level 2. If you have not taken our Level 2 class, but have similar experience elsewhere, please email us at info at imposterstheater .com before signing up.

Level 3 is all about enhancing your performance skills while improvising. Students will learn a combination of acting techniques that will get them out of their heads and into their bodies to create character driven improv scenes.  

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.

JUNE SESSION - Thursdays 6:15-8:15pm

DATES - 06/11-07/16

CLASS SHOW - 07/19 6pm

Instructor - Tom White

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Location: Maelstrom Collaborative Arts 5403 Detroit Ave Cleveland, OH 44102

Price: $199

14 person cap/8 person minimum

6-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 on payment plans or work-study; The Imposters Arts Foundation provides financial aid - please email impostersartsfoundation at gmail dot com.

This 6-week class is a continuation of Imposters Improv Level 4. If you have not taken our Level 4 class, but have similar experience elsewhere, please email us at info at imposterstheater dot com before signing up.

This class focuses on:

-Group games/scenes

-Callbacks/second beats of scenes

-the Harold format

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.