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Theatresports is back Saturday Nights

This Week’s Theatresports Judges

Isabella Smarro has become that flickering light on the ceiling of MOPCO. Always there and known to cause trouble! After five years of being heavily involved with the company, she definitely can say this place is her second home.

With a B.A in theater arts from SUNY Oneonta and a handful of improv performances in her pocket, Isabella feels confident to be a judge (once again) for Theater Sports.

Come support her and a handful of other talented actors on August 7th for the showcase of Maestro!

Kelvin Wang is a Chinese-American performance artist, actor, and leadership development practitioner exploring identity, belonging, and the universal desire to be seen. Shaped by his journey of recovery after a spinal cord injury, his work is rooted in curiosity, vulnerability, and authentic human connection. Ranging from devised performance to facilitation, he is drawn to stories that invite audiences to see themselves and one another more fully, and to discover compassion, healing, and joy amid life's absurdities.

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Joanne Cronin grew up in Binghamton and spent her career as a librarian in New Jersey., hanging with folkies and writing poems on the side.  After returning upstate, she discovered MopCo and found her new passion in improv.  She knows a good story when she sees one..

We’re proud to announce two exciting initiatives this summer! !

SKUNKWORKS and the

ACTORVIST TAKEOVER

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Upcoming classes

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Monday Workout Night at the Mopco
Aug 3
Monday Workout Night at the Mopco

In a fast paced class packed with games and exercises, you will  learn to create and collaborate with a team.

Monday, August 3rd, 7:00-9:00 PM

Improv 101: Four Sundays
Aug 9
Improv 101: Four Sundays

In a fast paced class packed with games and exercises, you will  learn to create and collaborate with a team.

Class Schedule: Sundays, August 9, 16, 23, and 30 | 2-4 PM

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This Weekend’s Shows

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Mopco Presents: Goofballs Comedy Showcase - An evening of locally-grown stand-up comedy
Jul 31
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Mopco Presents: Goofballs Comedy Showcase - An evening of locally-grown stand-up comedy
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Local Comedian Dave Britton, whose first full-length album - "The History of the Universe" - reached the #2 spot on the iTunes comedy charts, has assembled his favorite local comedians to bring you a Summertime evening of laughter.  The Goofball Lineup consists of:


Comedian Kailey Strafford
Comedian Jay Rivituso
Ted, An Impressionist
Kafel and Britton

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Theatresports - August 1st
Aug 1
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Theatresports - August 1st
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Two teams of crack improvisers face off in a high-energy contest,  battling for points, glory, and your laughter.

All the thrill of a sporting event and the hilarity and unpredictability of live improv combine in our favorite format!  Your laughter helps decide the winner. Fast, funny, and fun—don’t miss the most exciting comedy competition in town!

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Maestro - 8/7/26
Aug 7
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Maestro - 8/7/26
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Only one Improviser will be crowned the MAESTRO!

Fourteen will enter but only one will be crowned the maestro; you are in charge as they vie vie for the crown! This is NOT A FAIR GAME! But don't worry, the contestants know that! it's all in fun, and the laughs keep coming! This show has been known to sell out, so get your tickets early!

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Student Testimonials

  • "I discovered MopCo last year. The workout nights and the classes have given me confidence, joy, and a whole new group of friends. There are not many places where adults can play while learning and growing as people. MopCo is one. Thanks, all!"

    — Joanne

  • "Improv is the therapy I didn’t realize I so badly needed. Despite having zero acting experience, I began taking classes at Mopco on a whim. Under Michael Burns' excellent tutelage, I now take every class I can and, in less than a year, have even begun performing live. Through improv at Mopco, I’ve rediscovered a better version of myself, one I thought I’d lost long ago to overwork and social isolation. I feel like I’m whole again."

    —KNS

  • "The Mopco is home to a motley crew of clowns, dramaturgs, and regular folks, all led by Michael Burns, a man who is really only cantankerous on stage. It is an inclusive community of talented folks and the classes are well worth the price."

    —Ben

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The Mopco Improv Theatre is a live comedy venue in Schenectady, NY, offering weekly unscripted shows, classes, and special events for all ages and skill levels. For 30 years, they've been the Capital Region's premier improv destination. Mopco is a place where creativity, community, and laughter collide.

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