About Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

    The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, originally brought to New York in 1996, has earned itself the reputation as New York City's best comedy club, bringing world-renowned comedy acts, classes, and open mics to New Yorkers for over a decade.

    Founded by Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, Ian Roberts and Matt Walsh, the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre has been named "Best Comedy Club" by AOL and "Hot Farm Team" by Rolling Stone Magazine. The UCB Theatre is recognized and widly respected in the comedy world for both featuring and launching world-class acts, including performers and writers for Saturday Night Live, The Office, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, The Late Show with David Letterman, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, The Ellen Degeneres Show, 30 Rock, Best Week Ever, Old School, Blades of Glory, Semi-Pro, and dozens of other films, commercials, and TV Shows.

    The UCB Theatre features nightly comedy shows, ranging from improv, to sketch comedy, to stand-up, and everything in-between. Prices range from $5-$10, depending on the day of the week, and can be purchased at the door. Reservations are available through the website (reserving tickets is recommended if the show is expected to sell out).

    For those looking to learn a bit of comedy--be that sketch, improv, the basics, or more advanced study--the UCB Theatre offers classes at various locations. An active schedule is available here. Whether you're a seasoned comedy veteran or someone looking to get their feet wet in the world of improv, the UCB Theatre has a class for you.

    For more information, or to make a reservation for a class or a show, visit the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre website. 

    Events

    Music & Ax Murderers Come Together in UCB Theatre’s ‘The Shining! The Musical!’

    Music & Ax Murderers Come Together in UCB Theatre’s ‘The Shining! The Musical!’

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    Thu, Apr 4, 2013 - 8:00pm to Thu, Apr 4, 2013 - 10:00pm
    ‘Heeere’s Johnny!’ The Shining is a classic Kubrick film depicting a frustrated writer’s descent into murder and madness and is... read more »
    UCB Theater Hosts FREE Sketch Comedy Event at Their NYC Comedy Club

    UCB Theater Hosts FREE Sketch Comedy Event at Their NYC Comedy Club

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    Fri, Mar 29, 2013 - 12:00pm to Fri, Mar 29, 2013 - 2:00pm
    What happens to cows during an earthquake? They make milkshakes! Hopefully your comedy routine has a better punch line, because NYC com... read more »
    Experience ‘MANEATER: The True Story of the Champawat Tigress’ at UCB Theatre on January 16th

    Experience ‘MANEATER: The True Story of the Champawat Tigress’ at UCB Theatre on January 16th

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    Wed, Jan 16, 2013 - 8:00pm to Wed, Jan 16, 2013 - 10:00pm
    Truth is stranger than fiction, right? You may not be convinced of it now, but after learning about the tale of the man-eating Champawa... read more »
    UCB Theatre Presents a Sketch Comedy Show Like No Other

    UCB Theatre Presents a Sketch Comedy Show Like No Other

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    Fri, Nov 16, 2012 - 6:59pm to Fri, Nov 16, 2012 - 10:00pm
    Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) Theatre would like to recognize all those who were affected by the devastation that was caused by Hurric... read more »

    Stories

    Grandma’s Ashes: Wickedly Hilarious Improvs of Tragedy at UCB Theatre

    Grandma’s Ashes: Wickedly Hilarious Improvs of Tragedy at UCB Theatre

    Sadness and humor have a way of overlapping in life, often in manners that we would rather not experience. Whether it’s an uncontroll... read more »
    Experience the Best Comedy in NYC at UCB Theater

    Experience the Best Comedy in NYC at UCB Theater

    As the summer fades away, the shorter days and chillier temperatures tend to bum some people out. Laughter, of course, is the best medi... read more »
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