Philadelphia's Biggest Improv Comedy Festival
July 31st - August 2nd, 2026
Experience three unforgettable days of improv magic with 60+ teams, workshops, and jams. Join us in the heart of Philly for laughter, learning, and connection.
July 31st - August 2nd, 2026
Lineup Announced & Tickets on Sale!
It Doesn't Matter July 31
BABE, Better Later, Drain Cleaner, Family Over Everything, Hot Dog with Mustard, Inside Jokers, Jesse & Joe, Just Friends, Ladies Night, Mouth Stuff, Neighborhood Watch, Post Modern Family, Sad Trombone, Schmooty, Scooter Practice, Temple Parliament, The Dow Jones, The Hotspurs, Third Wheel, Underwear Quilt.
RaaaatScraps August 1
Barbara, A Mother, Cat & Vegas, Cherry Bomb, Dental Dam It!, Felt Footage, Full of Bones, Goat Rodeo, Happy to Be Here, Hell Yeah, No Diggity, No Straight Man, Not Yet Rated, Pork Chop Express, Remain Dog, Shoes Off, Short Rib, Terror Trove, Teschmacher, The Clubhouse, The Live Direct Show, Zero.
Barko August 2
6 Different People, Anita Fajita, Ermine and Pearl, Family Reunion, Fish Casino, GASP, Hawthornes, Hey Hi Hello, Hippie and Frenchie, Late Night Reruns, Misterios, Partial Refund, Peter & Matt, Postcards to No One, Rat King, Sugar Jori, Swear Jar, Teen Angst, The Alexanders, Thrice the Drama.
Come see unique improv styles. Teams from across the country will perform.
Join us for a weekend filled with laughter, inspiration, and community as improv teams from around the country take the stage. From dynamic performances to hands-on workshops and open jams, there’s something for every comedy fan and performer to enjoy.
Celebrating Improv, Community, And Spirit
A festival for improvisers and fans, highlighting national talent and Philly’s vibrant independent improv scene.
The Yo Adrienne Improv Festival brings together over 30 teams, master teachers, and comedy lovers from across the country. Independent and community-driven, it celebrates the joy of improv while shining a spotlight on Philadelphia’s creative heartbeat.
30+
Teams
3
Days
2
Stages
100+
Performers
Comedy Without A Script Tonight
Welcome To The Adrienne
Located in Center City Philadelphia, the Adrienne Theater is home to multiple stages and surrounded by dining, nightlife, and historic attractions – the perfect home for Yo Adrienne.
Two Stages: Multiple shows in one compact venue.
Center City Location: Surrounded by restaurants, nightlife, and history.
ADA Accessible: Everyone is welcome and included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Adrienne Theater, located at 2030 Sansom Street, is a building in Rittenhouse, Philadelphia that is home to three different stages and theater companies – the festival will be held at two of those stages, which belong to Csz Philadelphia and SideQuest Theater.
The Yo Adrienne Improv Festival is being independently produced by Sam Miller (Barko), Dominick Arp (SideQuest Theater), Renata Rabinovich (Hat on a Hat), and Kiran Pandey (From the Future). They are thrilled to showcase top talent from Philadelphia and beyond.
The festival is BYOB, so we will not be selling alcohol, but feel free to bring your own to the show! Additionally, we will be selling light snacks.
Submissions are open! We unfortunately can't guarantee a spot for everyone, but we hope you'll submit your show! We are also looking for volunteers to help us run the festival and sponsors to help us with the costs associated with producing a festival. If you are interested in offering your time or sponsoring us, click here to find out more.
Yo Adrienne is a reference to Rocky's famous quote, as well as our venue of the Adrienne Theater. Suggested by Dave Jadico.
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