06/07/2011
Tonight marks the start of the first annual F. HAROLD FESTIVAL at the Walnut Street Theatre Studio 5. Created and produced by RICK HORNER, the event features six days of local comedy, including improv, sketch and standup. The idea behind the event is to create a showcase exposition where audiences can delight in a cross section of talent, discovering new up-and-comers as well as reconnecting with old favorites.
Tickets are available by the night ($10), or for the entire week ($25).
TUESDAY, JUNE 7TH
6:00 John Kensil
6:30 The Hendersons
7:00 Rosen & Milkshake
7:30 Carolyn Busa
8:00 Grimmachio
8:30 Ryan Carey
9:00 Really Big Show
9:30 Aaron Hertzog
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8TH
6:00 Luke Giordano
6:30 Shannon’s (Not Really) Standing Up
7:00 Better Than Bacon
7:30 Atomic Love
8:00 Saving Lupin
8:30 Ebony & Ivory
9:00 Alex Grubard
9:30 Becca Trabin
THURSDAY, JUNE 9TH
6:00 Dum, Dum, Stupid & Dum
6:30 Rick Adams
7:00 Rintersplit
7:30 The Averagazzi Present: Zanni Which Way You Can
8:00 Camp Woods
8:30 Whipsuit
9:00 Dave Terruso
9:30 The Feeko Brothers
10:00 Hate Speech Committee
FRIDAY, JUNE 10TH
6:00 Miniboss
6:30 Pasionés de Pasionés
7:00 Iron Lung
7:30 Jessica Tandy
8:00 King Friday
8:30 Mayor Karen
9:00 CUBED
9:30 Asteroid!
10:00 Fletcher
SATURDAY, JUNE 11TH
6:00 The Dream Machine
6:30 Rookie Card
7:00 Horner & Davis
7:30 Adrift
8:00 The Amie & Kristen Show
8:30 MattAnd
9:00 Jess Carpenter
9:30 Brick
10:00 Medic!!
SUNDAY, JUNE 12TH
6:00 The N Crowd
6:30 Toy Soldiers
7:00 Vorlauf
7:30 Beirdo
8:00 Where’s Hillary?
8:30 Angry People Building Things
9:00 Hans Gruber
F. HAROLD COMEDY FESTIVAL
WALNUT ST THEATRE, STUDIO 5
825 WALNUT ST, PHILADELPHIA
JUNE 7-12
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Posted by Matt Nelson
10/15/2010
After winning the crown last week, JESSICA TANDY managed to hold on to the the title by defeating RINTERSPLINT last night at the PHILLY IMPROV THEATER‘s CAGEMATCH.
Now that PHIT is tackling it’s longest run to date at the Shubin, the victory celebrations are much shorter… they are on the chopping block again next week, this time challenged be newcomer PRO B (Emily Davis & Rick Horner). With a couple of shows already under their belt, will this team sweep in to claim the title and bring down Jessica Tandy? Your votes decide…
CAGEMATCH: JESSICA TANDY v PRO B
THURSDAY, OCT. 21ST @ 9:30PM
PHILLY IMPROV THEATER @ THE SHUBIN
407 BAINBRIDGE ST | $10
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Posted by Matt Nelson
06/10/2010
Update: Also performing at 9:30, those organic ladies of originality (and apparently oversight)… The Amie & Kristen Show. Apologies for the omission.
The PHILLY IMPROV THEATER is geared up for a couple of great shows tonight at the Shubin Theater, with a little something for everyone:
First up is HEY EVERYBODY, with special guest host, LUKE GIORDANO. Comics grabbing the mic tonight include ROGER WEAVER, SIDNEY GANTT and JAMES HESKY.
Then stick around for the dynamic duo of improv comedy, RICK HORNER and CUBBY ALTOBELLI, as they present WHIPSUIT: ANOTHER LOOK.
PHIT @ THE SHUBIN – 407 BAINBRIDGE ST
THURSDAY, JUNE 10TH
8PM – HEY EVERYBODY
9:30PM – WHIPSUIT + AMIE & KRISTEN SHOW
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Posted by Matt Nelson
06/03/2010
Folks at Main Street Java will get a little something extra with their coffee tomorrow night, as some local comedians will be stirring in some free improv. CORDLESS KARATE RAVEN (Rick Horner, Kristin Mellor & Chris Schofield) shares a bill with MR LIZARD (Charles Rosen & Milkshake) starting at 7pm.
IMPROV COMEDY
CORDLESS KARATE RAVEN & MR LIZARD
FRIDAY, JUNE 4TH @ 7PM
MAIN STREET JAVA | 117 MAIN ST, SOUDERTON, PA
FREE
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Posted by Matt Nelson
05/21/2010
Comedy duo RICK HORNER and CUBBY ALTOBELLI don the WHIPSUIT tonight in their monthly show at O’Neals Irish Pub. Utilizing an arsenal of commedia, clowning and comics coupled with a playful dose of competitive oneupmanship, the pair spin comedic yarns on the spot for your pleasure.
WHIPSUIT IMPROV @ O’NEALS
611 S THIRD ST (BETWEEN SOUTH & BAINBRIDGE STS)
FRIDAY, MAY 21ST @ 8:15PM
$5 | PARKING DEALS AT 3RD & SOUTH
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Posted by Matt Nelson
05/15/2009
Tonight the N CROWD will welcome dear friends ACTIVITY BOOK to share the Actors Center stage.
Activity Book is a resident group of the PHILLY IMPROV THEATER, directed by Rick Horner and comprised of Kim Breslin, Kelly Jo Little, John Nolan, Jana Savini, Michael Schwartz, Jason Stockdale and Alan Williams.
ACTIVITY BOOK, PHIT RESIDENT GROUP
THE N CROWD w/ ACTIVITY BOOK
FRIDAY, MAY 15TH @ 8PM | DOOR $15, ADVANCE $10
THE ACTORS CENTER, 257 N THIRD ST
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Posted by Matt Nelson
04/17/2009
RICK HORNER & CUBBY ALTOBELLI, the fellas of WHIPSUIT will be churning out some of the good ol’ improvs tonight for their monthly show at O’Neals.
WHIPSUIT IMPROV COMEDY
FRIDAY, APRIL 17TH @ 8:15PM
O’NEALS PUB | 611 S THIRD ST
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Posted by Matt Nelson
03/20/2009
Autobots vs Decepticons. Superman vs Bizarro Superman. Joe vs Cobra. Inigo vs the six-fingered Count Rugen. All historical childsplay when Rick Horner and Cubby Altobelli take the stage as Whipsuit.
While every show is different… another battle of wits, tongues and physical mayhem surely lies lurking around each new corner. Come out and risk the danger, energy and discovery with them.
NEARLY TO SCALE
WHIPSUIT – UPSTAIRS @ O’NEALS
611 S THIRD ST
FRIDAY, MARCH 20TH
DOORS OPEN @ 8:15PM | $5
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Posted by Matt Nelson
10/06/2008
Tonight marks the start of another week of hilarity served up courtesy of the Philly Improv Theater. All shows will take place at the Shubin Theater, 407 Bainbridge St.
Tickets and additional information can be found at phillyimprovtheater.com
Monday, October 6
8:00pm
The Comic vs. Audience Comedy Show – $5
with Tim Ryan, Luke Giordano, Doogie Horner, and Chip Chantry
Wednesday, October 8
8:00pm
Bedtime Stories: Nerd Hobbies – $10
10:00pm
Kent Haines: Why am I Not Famous? – $5
Thursday, October 9
8:00pm
The Dave Hill Explosion – $10
10:00pm
CAGEMATCH: Cubed vs Illegal Refill – $5
Friday, October 10
8:00pm
House Team Premiere! – $10
Featuring teams directed by Scott Sheppard & Executive Director Greg Maughan
10:00pm
House Team Premiere & RAGNARÖCK (UCB) – $10
Featuring a troupe directed by Rick Horner and, from the UCBT, RAGNARÖCK
Saturday, October 11
8:00pm
House Team Premiere & RAGNARÖCK (UCB) – $10
Featuring a troupe directed by Rick Horner and, from the UCBT, RAGNARÖCK
10:00pm
House Team Premiere! – $10
Featuring teams directed by Scott Sheppard & Executive Director Greg Maughan
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Posted by Matt Nelson
05/23/2008
The Philadelphia Improv Theater has officially announced the rosters of their brand spankin’ new house teams, and we’re super excited about both the veteran talent and the up-and-comers on these lists.
HOUSE TEAM I
directed by Rick Horner
Mike Schwartz, John Nolan, Jana Savini, Kim Breslin, Jason Stockdale, Alan Williams, Kelly Jo Little, Diana DePasquale & Sarah Goldrath
HOUSE TEAM II
directed by Scott Sheppard
Dan Rich, Rob Baniewicz, John Buseman, Kristen Schier, Gillienne Nadeau, Jay Brenner & Sam George
HOUSE TEAM III
directed by Greg Maughan
Nick Gillette, Bob Swenson, Jefferson Haynes, Meg Favreau, AJ Horan, Katie Horahan, Rob Cutler & Shane Jenkins.
In their recent newsletter, PHIT gaves us a little taste of what we can expect:
“Over the next few months you are going to come to know and love all these people… if you don’t already – and see them become a great addition to the scene. So is the rest of the country: after premiering in the Fall, our house teams will start traveling, first to the People’s Improv Theater in NYC, then to festivals all over the country!”
Congrats to all the teams, we look forward to see you take the stage!
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Posted by Matt Nelson
Tonight marks the start of the first annual F. HAROLD FESTIVAL at the Walnut Street Theatre Studio 5. Created and produced by RICK HORNER, the event features six days of local comedy, including improv, sketch and standup. The idea behind the event is to create a showcase exposition where audiences can delight in a cross section of talent, discovering new up-and-comers as well as reconnecting with old favorites.
