Coming Up: Shows, Classes, Special Events.
Coming Up: Shows, Classes, Special Events.
Welcome to the Mopco.
Mondays: Workout Night 7-9 PM. An affordable, fun way to brush up on your improv, or dip your toe into the water! Any adult, whatever their experience level, is invited to join. Reserve a ticket or purchase at the door.
Upcoming Classes
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Thursday Night, Level 3 Class - The ABC's of Genre
Thursday, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM July 31st
Film noir? Soap opera? Shakespeare?
One evening won’t tell you how to do all genres, but you’ll learn how to study and practice any genre with a simple set of steps.
Notes about this class/series:
“I want to do the advanced stuff…” The basics ARE the advanced stuff. Our best advice is to take Fundamentals 1 and 2 more than once. For one thing, no two class sessions are the same, and for another, classes are as much about practice as they are instruction. Repeating 101, Fundamentals 1 or Fundamentals 2 offers you the chance to cover similar ground with different partners. You can apply what you’ve learned the first time around and do even more to build your improv strengths.Prerequisite: Fundamentals 1 and 2 or equivalent with another theatre. Ask instructor if you aren’t sure: hey@mopco.org
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Improv Fundamentals 2
Wednesdays, 7-9 PM, August 6th - September 10th
Showcase performance
September 12th, 7:00 PM
Continue the journey. Work with your partner to find the game. Find the characters, relationships, and stories that make great improvised scenes happen. Get out of your head and into the where!
Each Fundamentals class wraps up with a fun and supportive 20-25 minute Showcase performance, held just before the main Mopco show on the Saturday after your class ends. The showcase is a fantastic way to put your new improv skills into action in front of a welcoming audience. And who’s in that audience? Mopco members are usually there, but the rest is up to you! Invite your family, your friends—even your accountant! The showcase is free, and as a bonus, you get to attend the 8 PM Mopco show for free. Plus, your guests can enjoy the 8 PM show at half price. Now that’s a deal worth celebrating!.
Prerequisite: Fundamentals 1 or equivalent (talk to instructor)
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Improv 101 (Adults)
Sundays, 11 AM - 1 PM, September 14th through October 5th
The basic skills of improvisational theatre are: spontaneity, listening, making your partner look good, and "yes, and" (building with what is present in the moment.) In a fast paced class packed with games and exercises, you will learn to create and collaborate with a team. Improv helps you become more creative, more spontaneous, more open to change, and more tolerant of uncertainty. These attributes are identified as key to success in today's world. Oh, and by the way-- our classes are huge fun, too!
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Improv Fundamentals 1
Wednesdays, 7-9 PM, September 17th - October 22nd
Showcase performance October 24th 7:00 PM
The fundamentals of improv are deceptively simple. You can learn them in a few hours. (But we warn you, it can take a lifetime to master them.) Improv is a practice that you can engage in onstage and off.
Support your partner. Listen. Blurt! Weave a fresh, engaging story out of thin air. Is improv comedy? Sometimes, sure. But more importantly, it’s connection.
For actors, writers, performers, and folks who have never performed.
Each Fundamentals class wraps up with a fun and supportive 20-25 minute Showcase performance, held just before the main Mopco show on the Saturday after your class ends. The showcase is a fantastic way to put your new improv skills into action in front of a welcoming audience. And who’s in that audience? Mopco members are usually there, but the rest is up to you! Invite your family, your friends—even your accountant! The showcase is free, and as a bonus, you get to attend the 8 PM Mopco show for free. Plus, your guests can enjoy the 8 PM show at half price. Now that’s a deal worth celebrating!
Prerequisite: Improv 101 or equivalent (talk to us if you aren’t sure.)
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Improv Fundamentals 2
Wednesdays, 7-9 PM, October 29th - December 3rd
Showcase performance December 6th 7:00 PM
Continue the journey. Work with your partner to find the game. Find the characters, relationships, and stories that make great improvised scenes happen. Get out of your head and into the where!
Each Fundamentals class wraps up with a fun and supportive 20-25 minute Showcase performance, held just before the main Mopco show on the Saturday after your class ends. The showcase is a fantastic way to put your new improv skills into action in front of a welcoming audience. And who’s in that audience? Mopco members are usually there, but the rest is up to you! Invite your family, your friends—even your accountant! The showcase is free, and as a bonus, you get to attend the 8 PM Mopco show for free. Plus, your guests can enjoy the 8 PM show at half price. Now that’s a deal worth celebrating!.
Prerequisite: Fundamentals 1 or equivalent (talk to instructor)
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Improv 101 (Adults)
Sundays, 11 AM - 1 PM, November 2nd through November 23rd
The basic skills of improvisational theatre are: spontaneity, listening, making your partner look good, and "yes, and" (building with what is present in the moment.) In a fast paced class packed with games and exercises, you will learn to create and collaborate with a team. Improv helps you become more creative, more spontaneous, more open to change, and more tolerant of uncertainty. These attributes are identified as key to success in today's world. Oh, and by the way-- our classes are huge fun, too!
Upcoming Shows
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July 25th 8PM A Night of Improv with the Mop And Bucket Company
A night of unpredictable, improvised entertainment! You won't be able to predicate what's coming next because we don't even know! So come on by and found out what's going to happen along side us!
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July 26th 8 PM Chortle Combat
A no-holds-barred, hardball improv director’s showdown!
Three improv giants take turns with an elite team of comedy pros in an all-out battle for laughs, glory, and the ultimate title.
Expect fast-paced, unscripted chaos where anything goes—and everything’s on the line.
WARNING: This is high-stakes, hard-hitting improv. No scripts. No mercy. Just full-throttle funny. Who will win? You will—if you get your tickets now.
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August 1st 8 PM Maestro, featuring Down the Rabbit Hole!
The fantastic house team, Down the Rabbit Hole, goes back aways and always is going the distance. Featured in many shows at the Mopco and elsewhere, this is a opening act you don’t want to miss!
Then 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!
A fast paced romp that is fun for the whole family! Refreshments, food, soda, beer, and wine are available. This show has been known to sell out, so get your tickets early!
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August 2nd 8 PM Chortle Combat
A no-holds-barred, hardball improv director’s showdown!
Three improv giants take turns with an elite team of comedy pros in an all-out battle for laughs, glory, and the ultimate title.
Expect fast-paced, unscripted chaos where anything goes—and everything’s on the line.
WARNING: This is high-stakes, hard-hitting improv. No scripts. No mercy. Just full-throttle funny. Who will win? You will—if you get your tickets now.
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August 8th 8 PM Longform Night
Longform Night features Slacker, Armando, and Jukebox.
And no, we aren't calling you names-- Slacker is a great long form improv format we'll be bringing to life, along with an Armando and audience improv Jukebox!
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August 9th 8 PM Chortle Combat
A no-holds-barred, hardball improv director’s showdown!
Three improv giants take turns with an elite team of comedy pros in an all-out battle for laughs, glory, and the ultimate title.
Expect fast-paced, unscripted chaos where anything goes—and everything’s on the line.
WARNING: This is high-stakes, hard-hitting improv. No scripts. No mercy. Just full-throttle funny. Who will win? You will—if you get your tickets now.
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August 15th 8PM A Night of Improv with the Mop And Bucket Company
A night of unpredictable, improvised entertainment! You won't be able to predicate what's coming next because we don't even know! So come on by and found out what's going to happen along side us!
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August 16th 8 PM Chortle Combat
A no-holds-barred, hardball improv director’s showdown!
Three improv giants take turns with an elite team of comedy pros in an all-out battle for laughs, glory, and the ultimate title.
Expect fast-paced, unscripted chaos where anything goes—and everything’s on the line.
WARNING: This is high-stakes, hard-hitting improv. No scripts. No mercy. Just full-throttle funny. Who will win? You will—if you get your tickets now.
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August 22nd 8 PM Mopco and Chill
Like an evening on the couch, but better!
Bring a buddy and settle in at 8 PM for an evening of your favorite formats – Bollix Manor, or Twilight Zone! 2 on the Aisle or a fun, fast game show – Every Mopco and Chill is a different combination. We’ll have the popcorn and drinks ready for you!
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August 23rd 8 PM Chortle Combat
A no-holds-barred, hardball improv director’s showdown!
Three improv giants take turns with an elite team of comedy pros in an all-out battle for laughs, glory, and the ultimate title.
Expect fast-paced, unscripted chaos where anything goes—and everything’s on the line.
WARNING: This is high-stakes, hard-hitting improv. No scripts. No mercy. Just full-throttle funny. Who will win? You will—if you get your tickets now.
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Buy a Gift Card!
The perfect gift for anyone who likes to laugh (and who doesn’t?) Mopco Gift Cards can be used for tickets, concessions, class tuitions, and merch! Make someone on your list very happy!