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THE GROUNDLINGS

7307 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA



David Jahn To Bring FILL YOUR HOLE To Whitefire Theatre’s Solofest Series


by A.A. Cristi - January 30, 2026

David Jahn, a Groundlings alumnus, will present his acclaimed show FILL YOUR HOLE at the Whitefire Theatre as part of Solofest on February 28. The performance promises a blend of energy, heart, and humor, addressing the universal feeling of emptiness....

Comedian Kyle Kasabian's Special To Premiere On YouTube


by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2026

Following a sold-out run at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in 2024 and 2025, 'Monetize Your Grief and Capitalize on Trauma' is being released as a filmed special on YouTube. ...

SUSAN BONES: THE UNTOLD STORY OF A HORSEGIRL WHO WENT TO HOGWARTS Premieres at UCB Los Angeles in December


by A.A. Cristi - November 06, 2025

A new comedy musical from Zack Colonna and Jason Avezzano, with original music by Ben Kapilow, Susan Bones: The Untold Story of a Horsegirl Who Went to Hogwarts will premiere at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in Los Angeles....

Photos: AM I ROXIE? Opens at Geffen Playhouse September 11


by A.A. Cristi - September 08, 2025

The Geffen Playhouse will open Am I Roxie? on Thursday, September 11, 2025, following previews September 3–10. Written and performed by Roxana Ortega (Nickelodeon’s The Casagrandes, The Groundlings) and directed by Bernardo Cubría, the one-woman show runs through October 5 at the Gil Cates Theater. ...

ANXIETY: THE MUSICAL! To Play Lyric Hyperion And The Groundlings This Fall


by A.A. Cristi - August 05, 2025

Jasmine Elist will bring her original solo show ANXIETY: THE MUSICAL! to the Lyric Hyperion on August 24 and September 15, followed by a performance at The Groundlings Theatre on October 21. ...

Groundlings School Summer Teen Improv Classes Now On Sale And Going Fast


by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

The Groundlings School—home to comedy legends like Will Ferrell, Kristin Wiig, Maya Rudolph, and many more— has announced the launch of its summer teen improv classes that are now on sale and selling fast. ...

GROUNDLINGS KISSING BOOTH! Will be Available to Stream


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025

For the first time ever, legendary sketch and improv comedy troupe The Groundlings are bringing their Main Stage magic directly to audiences at home. Learn how to stream!...

The Groundlings Theatre to Premiere GOT A LIGHT? Fully Staged Improv Play


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 06, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre & School, known for launching comedy legends and pushing the boundaries of improvisational theater, has revealed its newest mainstage production: Got a Light? Learn how to attend. ...

The Groundlings Theatre To Present GLOW IN THE DARK GROUNDLINGS – A NEW MAIN STAGE SKETCH SHOW


by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre will present Glow in the Dark Groundlings, a brand-new, side-splitting sketch show from the Main Company. Directed by H. Michael Croner, this highly anticipated production will feature an evening of original sketches and outrageous characters that have made The Groundlings a ...

The Groundlings School Hosts 8th Annual Open House In March


by A.A. Cristi - February 20, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre & School has announced the 8th Annual Open House on Saturday, March 8. This beloved yearly event is the perfect opportunity for comedy lovers, aspiring performers....

Past Shows

'Twas The Night Before Groundlings...


This holiday season cozy up with the very merry Groundlings as they spread cheer once again with the return of the annual Holiday Show, Twas ...

COOKIN' WITH GAS
COOKIN' WITH GAS
10/2 - 12/18/2025


For over 30 years The Groundlings Main Company, Alumni and Sunday Company have played together every Thursday night in the all-improv explosion that has become ...

CRAZY UNCLE JOE SHOW
CRAZY UNCLE JOE SHOW
10/1 - 12/17/2025


Join us LIVE as The Groundlings Players begin with three suggestions from the crowd, and then proceed to weave the stories together, traveling back and ...

CRAZY UNCLE JOE SHOW
CRAZY UNCLE JOE SHOW
10/1 - 12/17/2025


Join us LIVE as The Groundlings Players begin with three suggestions from the crowd, and then proceed to weave the stories together, traveling back and ...

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO BABY GROUNDLINGS


You’re invited to see the magic unfold as characters and sketches are imagined for the first time. This is an experience for true fans of ...

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO BABY GROUNDLINGS


You’re invited to see the magic unfold as characters and sketches are imagined for the first time. This is an experience for true fans of ...

Got a Light?
Got a Light?
5/3 - 6/21/2025


Got a light is a fully staged, hilarious improvised show where the actors play off the audience and every performance is different. Developed through improv, ...

The Black Version


The audience suggests the title of popular film and a cast of all black comedy actors improvise the black version of it. Simple? Yes. Funny? ...

Sundays Drive-Ins & Dives


The Sunday Company members write and perform a new sketch comedy show every Sunday night. Each member has completed the Core Track (improv training) and ...

Groundlings Light Up


The Groundlings return to our legendary stage on Melrose Avenue to perform their first improv show since the shutdown. Come laugh with us!...

Groundlings Light Up


The Groundlings return to our legendary stage on Melrose Avenue to perform their first improv show since the shutdown. Come laugh with us!...

Cookin' With Gas


For over 20 years The Groundlings Main Company, Alumni and Sunday Company have played together every Thursday night in the all-improv explosion that has become ...

The Crazy Uncle Joe Show


Join us LIVE as The Groundlings Players begin with three suggestions from the crowd, and then proceed to weave the stories together, traveling back and ...

Sundays Drive-Ins & Dives


The Sunday Company members write and perform a new sketch comedy show every Sunday night. Each member has completed the Core Track (improv training) and ...

Groundlings Light Up


The Groundlings return to our legendary stage on Melrose Avenue to perform their first improv show since the shutdown. Come laugh with us!...

Groundlings Light Up
Groundlings Light Up
9/3 - 9/4/2021


The Groundlings return to our legendary stage on Melrose Avenue to perform their first improv show since the shutdown. Come laugh with us!...

Cookin' With Gas


For over 20 years The Groundlings Main Company, Alumni and Sunday Company have played together every Thursday night in the all-improv explosion that has become ...

The Crazy Uncle Joe Show


Join us LIVE as The Groundlings Players begin with three suggestions from the crowd, and then proceed to weave the stories together, traveling back and ...

Sundays Drive-Ins & Dives


The Sunday Company members write and perform a new sketch comedy show every Sunday night. Each member has completed the Core Track (improv training) and ...

Groundlings Light Up


The Groundlings return to our legendary stage on Melrose Avenue to perform their first improv show since the shutdown. Come laugh with us!...

Groundlings Light Up


The Groundlings return to our legendary stage on Melrose Avenue to perform their first improv show since the shutdown. Come laugh with us!...

Cookin' With Gas


For over 20 years The Groundlings Main Company, Alumni and Sunday Company have played together every Thursday night in the all-improv explosion that has become ...

THE NAUT!
THE NAUT!
4/4 - 4/25/2016


A post apocalyptic journey into madness! This Grindhouse homage has everything you need: Evil Angels, Lady Fights and Dance Numbers! Written by, directed by and ...

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