Theatresports at Mopco

NEXT MATCH: August 1, 2026
Saturday Nights | 8:00 PM | Schenectady, NY

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The Most Exciting Comedy Competition in Town

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Two teams of crack improvisers will face off in a high-energy contest, battling for points, glory, and your laughter. They perform scenes based on challenges, and a panel of judges scores them on narrative, technique, and entertainment — but watch out, judges can hand out penalties for boring scenes too.

All the thrill of a sporting event. All the hilarity and unpredictability of live improv. Your laughter helps decide the winner. Fast, funny, and completely unscripted — no two shows are ever the same.

July 11th: The Apples beat the Bees, 78-73.

July 18th: The Beavers over the Noyesmakers, 87-83

July 23rd: Apples prevailed over the Noyes, 87-81

UNDEFEATED: Apples, Beavers.

0 for 2: The Noyesmakers

THIS WEEKEND, AUGUST 1st: Mr. Bumble’s Queen Bees vs The 518 Beavers. SHOWTIME 8 PM!

How It Works

Theatresports is a structured improv competition format invented by Keith Johnstone and performed by comedy theatres around the world. At Mopco, here's what to expect:

  • Two teams take the stage and compete head-to-head

  • Judges score each scene on narrative, technique, and how hard you laugh

  • Penalties can be issued for scenes that don't land — no coasting allowed

  • You're part of the show — your reaction matters and the audience energy shapes every performance

  • Shows run approximately 2 hours with an intermission

A group of people on stage engaged in a theatrical rehearsal or performance. An older man in a suit appears to be explaining or directing, while a younger man holds a script. Others stand listening attentively in the background, with a whiteboard or scene chart visible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theatresports appropriate for kids? Yes! The show is family-friendly. We recommend it for ages 10 and up. Younger kids may find the pacing a bit fast, but it's all clean fun.

Do I need to know anything about improv to enjoy it? Not at all. If you've never seen improv before, Theatresports is one of the best introductions . The competitive format makes it instantly easy to follow.

Can I come every week? Absolutely, and many people do. Each show has a completely different matchup and set of scenes, so it never gets old.

Where do I park? Mopco is located at 10 North Jay Street in downtown Schenectady. We have a lot next to the theatre. See our Plan Your Visit page for details.

What if my team loses? There's always next season.