Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 366-9176
- Cross Street:
- 8th Avenue
Message from Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
Home to the best improv and sketch comedy in New York City.
- Weekday Shows $5!
- Weekend Shows only $7!
- Standup Wednesdays 11pm FREE
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Editorial Review for Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre – by Scott Makin
The Scene
Back in the previous century, the Upright Citizens Brigade used funds from its Comedy Central show to open a theater on 22nd Street in Chelsea. When building code violations forced them to close, UCBT's future was uncertain. Fortunately, the Citizens (including "SNL" star Amy Poehler) are now based in the former home of the Maverick Theater. With the move comes increased seating capacity (140), a larger stage and two video monitors. One thing hasn't changed: The ticket prices still range from $5 to $8.
The Draw
The theater is home to some of NYC's most ambitious and imaginative improv, sketch and solo comedy. It's also where comedy students can learn, among other things, the Harold (a long-form improv pioneered by Chicago's late, great Del Close). UCB still performs its long-running show "ASSSSCAT 3000" every Sunday, and other nights presents up-and-coming troupes such as Respecto Montalban.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoSunday's Asssscat 3000 at 7:30pm usually sells out; phone reservations are recommended.
Save MoneyThere are various free shows throughout the week (check the schedule), but Sunday's 9:30 Asssscat 3000 is always free. Show up around 6pm to get in line for the free tickets.
The ExtrasClasses are taught by veteran sketch, solo and improv comics--making this a mecca for newbies and pros wishing to sharpen their comedy skills. Students often go on to join in-house UCBT troupes.
User Reviews for Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
03/03/2008 Posted by alykap
i discovered the ucb one day through i believe the village voice over a year ago. and i know it's been around a lot longer, but i'm in love with the place. they have tons of free or low cost shows, classes, awesome staff, easily accessible location, hilarious people (serious) & certain shows anyone can go up by just leaving their name at the counter & be randomly chosen to do so. it's the best. my favorite show personally is Gutbucket (which is a monthly show at 12 AM Fridays, usually the 2nd one of the month, but it's different sometimes..) anyway, if you've never been before, this show is great. the hosts are funny even if the randomly picked crew isn't, but i've NEVER been disappointed. plus they have cheap beer or wine if you so please!
Pros: hilarious, great people, good location
Cons: none, seriously.
01/23/2008 Posted by wonko_the_sane99
UCBT is the place to go for quality comedy shows improv or otherwise. Whether you're there to check out the stars of Comedy Central do their thing at ASSSSCAT or just to watch as the kids break out during student night, you're always in store for a hilaruous time. There's none of uptightness or rigidity found at some of the more expensice comedy clubs in the city, just a cool and casual attitude. WIth average ticket prices ranging from $5-8 and $2 PBRs, price is never a problem. If that's not cheap enough for you, both ASSSSCAT and student night shows are offered free of cover. So get out of of the house and check out a show!
Pros: Hilarious Shows, Cheap Tix
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