Main Stage Improv presents our Sunday Improv / Jam Show
2025-09-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage Improv presents our fun IMPROV GAMES / JAM SHOW where audience members have the opportunity to come up on stage and play fun improv games with the cast of Main Stage Improv. And No worries there is no pressure to come up on stage and join in on the fun. You can sit comfortably in your seat and watch if that is your jam! Improv games are in the style of “Whose Line is It Anyway?”
Main Stage Improv is the hilarious cast of Heather Slack, Israel Smith, Eric Gillece, Jamie Novotny, Kevin Hickey, Carl Wharam, Brenden Cummings, Katie Jandeska, Kris Reid, Matt Seeberg, and Garrett Gray.

FREE Improv Workshop / Jam at the Gazebo
2025-10-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Vogt Visual Arts Center, 17420 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Want to improve your ability to think on your feet & have fun while doing it? Then this Improv Workshop is
for YOU. In this inclusive hands-on Improv workshop YOU will learn the tools to “Improv like a Boss” in
any occasion & become socially fearless. Garrett Gray, Director of Main Stage Improv and members of the Main Stage Improv cast will have attendees
step out of their shells, grow their improv skills, and most importantly have FUN while doing so! You will
learn principles such as active listening, thinking & speaking on your feet, and supporting your teammates
which are useful skills on an improv stage, in a classroom, at work and in all facets of life!
This event is FREE to attend.

Main Stage Improv presents "The Pickle Parade" in their Improv Fundamentals Class graduation show
2025-10-24 20:00 - 21:30 | Studio VOP, 14409 Beacon, Orland Park, IL, 60462, United States
Main Stage Improv presents “The Pickle Parade” in their Improv Fundamentals Class graduation show on Friday, October 24 from 8 to 9:30 pm at Studio VOP at 14409 Beacon Avenue, Orland Park. Doors open to the public at 7:30 pm.
The cast is the hilarious team of Mary Ann Baudler, Peter Deuschle, Karen Fitzgerald, Jack Mehalek, Jacqueline Mennella, Jack Ruane, Angela Rzeszutko, Raven Witchard and Jim Zacharias.
It is FREE to attend.
Limited Seating so get there early to get a good seat.
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv’s Halloween Comedy Spooktacular: Strangers with Candy
2025-10-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Do you have your Halloween costume ready, but no place to go! No Worries!
Main Stage Improv’s got you covered! Grab your pumpkin spice latte and get into the
Halloween mood in this two-hour laugh-out-loud show of various improv games done in the style
of “Whose Line is it Anyway?” with a Halloween twist. This interactive, non-stop, high-energy
show is driven by suggestions from YOU the audience. In the Spirt of Halloween, improvisers
will be in costume!
There will be a costume contest for audience members so come dressed and you can win the 1st place prize!
Main Stage Improv is the hilarious cast of Garrett Gray, Mike McCauley, Jules Metzler, Eric Gillece, Kevin Hickey, Katie Jandeska, Heather Slack, Malavika McGrail, Matt Seeberg & Stephanie Martin. And featuring Israel Smith & Kris Reid.
Tickets are $14 (cash or credit) at the door on the day of the performance.
Get there 15 minutes early because seating is limited. When SOLD OUT that’s it!
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv presents our Advanced 2.5 Improv Class graduation show
2025-11-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage Improv presents their Advanced 2.5 Improv Class graduation show on Saturday, November 1st from 8:00 to 10:00 pm at the Tinley Park Performing Arts Center at 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477. Doors open to the public at 7:30 pm!
It is FREE to attend.
Limited Seating so get there early to get a good seat.
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv presents our Friday Improv /Jam Show
2025-11-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage Improv presents our fun IMPROV GAMES / JAM SHOW where audience members have the opportunity to come up and play fun improv games with the cast of Main Stage Improv. And No worries there is no pressure to come up and join in on the fun. You can sit comfortably in your seat and watch if that is your jam! Improv games are in the style of “Whose Line is It Anyway?” (Rated PG-13)
Main Stage Improv is the hilarious cast of Garrett Gray, Brandon Vlach, Adam Woodworth, Katie Jandeska, Israel Smith, Kris Reid, Nikki Ramel, Carl Wharam, Judie Beshanksy and Jamie Novotny.
Tickets are $10 with a small processing fee.
Buy now by clicking below!

Main Stage Improv presents "The Pickle Parade" in their Advanced Improv Class graduation show
2025-12-05 20:00 - 21:30 | Studio VOP, 14409 Beacon, Orland Park, IL, 60462, United States
Main Stage Improv presents “The Pickle Parade” in their Advanced Improv Class graduation show on Friday, December 5th from 8 to 9:30 pm at Studio VOP at 14409 Beacon Avenue, Orland Park. Doors open to the public at 7:30 pm.
The cast is the hilarious team of Mary Ann Baudler, Peter Deuschle, Karen Fitzgerald, Steven Gray, Joe Mehalek, Jacqueline Mennella, Jack Ruane, Angela Rzeszutko, Adam Schuldt, Dasani Williams, and Raven Witchard.
It is FREE to attend.
Limited Seating so get there early to get a good seat.
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv at The Irish Patriot Pub in Orland Park
2025-12-06 20:00 - 22:00 | The Irish Patriot, 9875 W 143rd Street, Orland Park, IL, 60462, United States
Main Stage Improv Show at The Irish Patriot pub at 9875 W 143rd St, Orland Park, IL 60462 from 8 to 9:45 pm. This cozy pub has great food and beverages to consume while laughing your butt off to great live Improv comedy!
Main Stage Improv puts on a unique comedy show in the Style of “Whose Line is it Anyway?!”. Main Stage Improv is the hilarious cast of Garrett Gray, Mike McCauley, Brandon Vlach, Megan Cavanaugh and Israel Smith.
Cost: FREE to the Patrons of the Bar.
Show rating: 21+

Main Stage Improv’s Christmas Spectacular: Santa Claus and Effect
2025-12-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
The gift of laughter is in stock this holiday season! In this two-hour holiday-themed comedy show comprised of fun improv games and sketches, Santa Class himself joins Main Stage Improv in this festival of Comedy Gold. We poke fun at Gift Giving, Weather, Frosty and everything in between! Get your FREE picture with Santa at the end of the show!
Main Stage Improv is the hilarious cast of Garrett Gray, Santa Adam, Mike McCauley, Madisson Younglove, Logan Rutherford, Jules Metzler, Malavika McGrail, Nikki Margo, Katie Jandeska, Keisha Haley, Eric Gillece, Israel Smith, Kevin Hickey, and Jamie Novotny.
Tickets are $14 (cash or credit) at the door on the day of the performance.
Get there 15 minutes early because seating is limited. When SOLD OUT that’s it!
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv presents: This New Years, We Drop the Ball!
2026-01-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage improv kicks off the 2026 comedy season with a two-hour show of fresh improv games! Main Stage Improv performs a unique laugh-out-loud show of improv games in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” This interactive improv show is powered by YOUR suggestions!
Main Stage Improv is the hilarious cast of Garrett Gray, Adam Woodworth, Mike McCauley, Ramon Riley Jr., Logan Rutherford, Jules Metzler, Kevin Hickey, Jamie Novotny, Lynn Comstock, Kris Reid, Carl Wharam, Megan Cavanaugh, and Pranav Kumar.
Director: Adam Woodworth
Tickets are $14 (cash or credit) at the door on the day of the performance.
Get there 15 minutes early because seating is limited. When SOLD OUT that’s it!
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv presents “Snow Laughing Matter!”
2026-02-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Feeling “snow-ver-whelmed’ by winter? Ditch the frostbite and grab a front-row seat at Main Stage Improv’s winter comedy blizzard! We’re serving up the hottest laughs in town with a show so funny, it might just cause a total “laugh-alanche”.
Main Stage Improv performs a unique half of long form improv with With Guest Monologist Ken Czechanksi followed by a second half of short form improv games in the style of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” This interactive, non-stop, high-energy show is driven by YOUR suggestions!
Main Stage Improv is the hilarious cast of Garrett Gray, Adam Woodworth, Jules Metzler, Eric Gillece, Kevin Hickey, Lynn Comstock, Kris Reid, Carl Wharam, Katie Jandeska, and Pranav Kumar.
With Guest Monologist Ken Czechanksi
Date: Saturday, February 28, 2025
Time 8 pm to 10 pm
Rating: PG-13
Cost: $14/person
You can click on the link below under “Website” to make an account then purchase your ticket – Note: ticket link is shut off on by noon on the Friday before the show. Or buy at the door on the day of (if any tickets are still available on the day of the show.)

Main Stage Improv presents "The Pickle Parade" in their Advanced 2.0 Improv Graduation Show
2026-03-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage Improv presents “The Pickle Parade” in their Advanced 2.0 Improv Class graduation show on Friday, March 6h from 8 to 9:30 pm at Tinley Park Performing Arts Center at 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477. Doors open to the public at 7:30 pm!
The cast is the hilarious team of Mary Ann Baudler, Peter Deuschle, Karen Fitzgerald, Steven Gray, Joe Mehalek, Jacqueline Mennella, Jack Ruane, Angela Rzeszutko, Adam Schuldt, Eric Walton, Sarah Walton, Raven Witchard and Jim Zacharias
$5 person to attend
Limited Seating so get there early to get a good seat.
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv presents “The Comedy Gladiatorz”
2026-03-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage Improv presents our hilarious competition-themed improv show “The Comedy Gladiatorz” where talented improvisers enter stage right–but only ONE will exit alive! Ok, enough with the dramatics! Improv teams compete in fun improv games to the delight
and laughter of YOU–the audience!
Meet the Gladiatorz:
Returning Champion:
The Witty Committee: Kris Reid (C), Megan Cavanaugh, Judie Beshansky
The Challengers:
My Little Pony Tails: Israel Smith (C), Heather Slack, Jamie Novotny
The Lucky Ducks: Angela Rzeszutko (C), Adam Schuldt, Joe Mehalek
Unstable Elements: Raven Witchard (C), Peter Deuschle, Eric “Gill” Gillece
Date: Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Time: 8 pm to 10 pm
Rating: PG-13
Cost: $14/person
You can click on the link below under “Website” to make an account then purchase your ticket – Note: ticket link is shut off on by noon on the Friday before the show. Or buy at the door on the day of (if any tickets are still available on the day of the show.)

Main Stage Improv presents “Star Wars: May the 4th Be with You Improv & Sketch show”
2026-05-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Show Description: Grab your light sabers and protocol droids because in this two-hour comedy
show comprised of fun improv games and sketches Main Stage Improv spoofs Star Wars! You’ll
have yourself a Space Ball! It’s the comedy show that Improv Weekly calls a “Tour de Force!”
Date: Sunday, May 3, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm to 8 pm
Rating: PG-13
Cost: $14/person

Main Stage Improv presents our Advanced 2.5 Improv Graduation Show
2026-05-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage Improv presents our Advanced 2.5 Improv Class graduation show on Saturday, November 1st from 8:00 to 10:00 pm at the Tinley Park Performing Arts Center at 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477. Doors open to the public at 7:30 pm!
It is FREE to attend.
Limited Seating so get there early to get a good seat.
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv presents our May Improv Jam Show
2026-05-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage Improv presents our fun IMPROV GAMES / JAM SHOW where audience members have the opportunity to come up and play fun improv games with the cast of Main Stage Improv. And No worries there is no pressure to come up and join in on the fun. You can sit comfortably in your seat and watch if that is your jam! Improv games are in the style of “Whose Line is It Anyway?” (Rated PG-13)
Tickets are $10 with a small processing fee.

Main Stage Improv’s Summer Spectacular: “License to Grill”
2026-07-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Show Description: Fire up the grill, crack open the laughs, and let the good times sizzle! This 2-Hour Comedy Show serves up a full platter of hilarious sketches and fast-paced improv games, skewering everything from backyard BBQs and family reunions to summer travel chaos and graduation season madness. It’s a high-heat comedy cookout where the jokes are hot, the pace is fast, and the laughs are well-done!
Tickets are $14 (cash or credit) at the door on the day of the performance.
Get there 15 minutes early because seating is limited. When SOLD OUT that’s it!
Show Rating PG-13

Main Stage Improv presents our August Improv Jam Show
2026-08-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
