Main Stage Improv presents our Improv & Open Mic Show
2026-08-29 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Tinley Park’s Got Talent! This two-hour variety show combines two great flavors for the price of one! The show kicks off with Main Stage Improv playing fun, fast-paced Improv games based on audience suggestions seamless integrated with a variety of local performers showcasing their talents in music, comedy and more. If interested in a slot for the open mic, please email Garrett Gray at garrett@mainstageimprov.com.
Show is directed by Mike McCauley.
Main Stage Improv is the Hilarious cast of Mike McCauley, Garrett Gray, Jules Metzler, Israel Smith, Eric Gillece, Sarah Walton, Heather Slack, Raven Witchard, and Angela Rzeszutho.
Tickets are $10
Get there 15 minutes early because seating is limited. When SOLD OUT that’s it!
Show Rating PG-13

FREE September Adult Improv Workshop at the VVAC Gazebo
2026-09-13 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 FREE 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 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!
Date: Sunday September 13th, 2026
Time: 2 pm to 3 pm
Ages: 18+
Cost: FREE (But must register)

Main Stage Improv presents “Now For Something Completely Different” Improv & Sketch show
2026-09-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
This is very different improv & sketch comedy experience where ANYTHING can happen! Packed with bold characters, unexpected twists, and high-energy performances, this show delivers a fast-moving mix of original sketches and made-up-on-the-spot comedy that keeps audiences laughing and guessing all night long. From clever and quirky to completely off-the-rails, no two moments are the same… and just when you think you’ve got it figured out—something completely different happens!
Director: Mike McCauley
It’s the Main Stage Improv cast featuring the comedy duo of Jules Metzger and Kevin Hickey (aka “Kules”) and many more!
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

FREE October Adult Improv Workshop at the VVAC Gazebo
2026-10-11 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 FREE 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 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!
Date: Sunday October 11th, 2026
Time: 2 pm to 3 pm
Ages: 18+
Cost: FREE (But must register)

Main Stage Improv’s Halloween Comedy Spooktacular: Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun
2026-10-31 20:00 - 21:30 | 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’ll be a costume contest for audience members at intermission with prizes for 1st , 2nd and 3rd place!
Director: Mike McCauley
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’s Christmas Spectacular: Noel It All.
2026-12-13 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!
Director Garrett Gray
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: “New Year, New YOU…*Terms & Conditions Apply!”
2027-01-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 80th Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
Main Stage improv kicks off the 2027 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!
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
