Astronomy Club: DCM '26

A pre-Monty Python mockumentary, written by and presented by John Cleese, that provides tips on learning how to irritate people.

Comedian Jim Gaffigan performs live at the State Theatre in Minneapolis, MN.

Filmed at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, AZ on February 15th and 16th, 2013, Oh My God is Louis C.K.'s fifth stand-up special, his first for HBO since 2007's Shameless, and his first since winning a Emmy Award for writing on his acclaimed show on FX, Louie. Performed in the round in front of a live audience, he discusses such topics as the food chain, animals, divorce, strange anecdotes, broken morality, murder and mortality.

With her unique blend of honesty and unapologetic humor, Amy Schumer is one of the funniest, freshest faces in the industry today. This October, Schumer's provocative and hilariously wicked mind will be on full display as she headlines her first HBO stand-up comedy special: 'Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo.' Directed by Chris Rock, the one-hour special features the comedian talking about her life and was taped before a live audience at New York’s iconic Apollo Theater.

As he closes out his slate of comedy specials, Dave takes the stage to try and set the record straight — and get a few things off his chest.

In her first-ever HBO solo special, Sarah Silverman takes the stage for an evening of adults-only stand-up comedy. Taped live in front of an intimate audience of 39 fans at Largo, a music and comedy club in Los Angeles, Sarah Silverman: We Are Miracles features Silverman taking aim at such subjects as cell-phone porn, crazy religions, specialty deodorants, terrible roommates, eyebrow waxing, her 19-year-old dog, Obama and Republicans, having babies, Pixar movies, the miracle of existence, and more.

Experience the show that quickly became a national phenomenon. Get an up-close and personal look at Kevin back in Philly where he began his journey to become one of the funniest comedians of all time.

John Mulaney relays stories from his childhood and "SNL," eviscerates the value of college and laments getting older in this electric comedy special.

When an upwardly mobile couple find themselves unemployed and in debt, they turn to armed robbery in desperation.

This material was developed and prepared over the last year or so, mostly in comedy clubs. This special kind of goes back to when he used to just make noises and be funny for no particular reason. It felt right to him to shoot this special in a club to give it that live immediate intimate feeling. The show is about an hour long. The opening act, who is seen at the beginning (good place for an opening act) is Jay London. One of his favorite club comics going way back to the late 80s when he first started in working in New York.

Taped for HBO in August 1998, on the final date of Jerry Seinfeld's tour appearances at New York City's Broadhurst Theater, I'm Telling You for the Last Time presents the standup comedian's so-called "final" standup, or at least his final tour with the standup material that made him famous.

Chris Rock delivers an electric stand-up set on non-racist yoga pants, spoiling his kids, the Kardashians and his thoughts on the Will Smith fiasco.

Adam Sandler hits the stage for a thrillingly unpredictable comedy special featuring songs, jokes, party-crashing dogs and plenty of love.

A ratings hit! Amy Schumer debuts her one-hour special in front of a live audience at the Historic Fillmore Theatre in San Francisco. Nothing is off limits as Schumer airs every hilarious, messed up detail of her dating and sex life, from encounters with unexpected body parts to hate-filled personal grooming appointments. In her matter-of-fact raunchy style, at odds with her self-described "Cabbage Patch Kid" appearance, Schumer tells stories of a boyfriend who makes dirty requests over dinner, the way she outsmarts her birth control, and a shocking ending to a seemingly innocent cab ride.

Ricky Gervais tackles life, death and the state of the world in a brutally honest special that spares no topic, even his own mortality.

In a rowdy stand-up set, Shane Gillis riffs on his girlfriend's Navy SEAL ex, touring George Washington's house and being bullied by an Australian Goth.

In this unique and dynamic live concert experience, Louis C.K.'s exploration of life after 40 destroys politically correct images of modern life with thoughts we have all had...but would rarely admit to.

In her first comedy special post-health scare, Sarah Silverman shares a mix of fun facts, sad truths and yeah-she-just-went-there moments.

Mike Birbiglia declares that a joke should never end with "I’m joking." In his all-new comedy, Birbiglia tiptoes hilariously through the minefield that is modern-day joke-telling. Join Mike as he learns that the same jokes that elicit laughter have the power to produce tears, rage, and a whole lot of getting yelled at. Ultimately it's a show that asks, “How far should we go for the laugh?”

Can Taylor Tomlinson have it all? From dating woes to dream jobs to inventive dirty talk, she shares life's ups and downs in this stand-up comedy special.

Exploring their 5-decade career performing stand-up, making records, and starring in hit films. It covers their lives, comedy partnership, and lasting influence on pop culture.

Four friends get together for a movie night, only to realize that they don't have the vital popcorn. What started as a fast errand quickly devolves into a chaotic adventure of dangerous proportions.

With all the gloves at his disposal and LaRusso finally dead, White Glove has everything he needs to finally live out his plans to conquer the galaxy.

SPONTANEANATION WITH PAUL F. TOMPKINS is a completely improvised show, from monologue to interview to narrative sketch. Join Paul, his special guests, his incredibly talented improviser friends, and accompanist Eban Schletter for an hour of comedy that none of them ever see coming.

Jon Gabrus and Katie Dippold are joined by an elite cadre of improvisers to bring you an Improv Force Multiplier! Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

Dinosaur Improv brings together some of comedy’s biggest stars for a completely unscripted evening of entertainment. Nothing is prepared beforehand — every show is built from scratch using stories shared by the audience, ensuring no two performances are ever the same. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

Loosely based on the gameshow Match Game. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

Rufus Wainwright Bobbins, JR III is dead. Yes, that Rufus Wainwright Bobbins, Jr. III. The richest man in Saltine, California's worst town. The eccentric millionaire with the castle, the local kook who insisted "alpacas are the future," the guy who used his money to fund strange acts of public art that were never properly permitted. No, no, not the musician. Well technically, he did play the digital sousaphone, but that’s beside the point. Anyway, Rufus Wainwright Bobbins, Jr. III is dead. And he’s invited his friends, family and loved ones to his manse for a reading of his last will and testament. But this will… is a will like no other.

Love and money, money, money make the world go round, but there’s more of the former on display in this winning exercise in DIY filmmaking from writer-director David Ray (Grand Unified Theory) and his puckish band of merry pranksters. This is a totally improvised jape, made in Vancouver “for less than the cost of a used Honda.” Andrew McNee plays Andrew, a musician whose lost his way — not to mention his friend Scott, who’s missing. Seeking him out involves strange encounters with friends and strangers, none of whom seems to know what’s going on (probably because there wasn’t a script). But go with it! There’s gold in them thar hills, and despite or because of its eccentric genesis, this completely unexpected movie actually goes somewhere…

Preparing for their debut performance in the Big Apple, Chase & Lucas discover that their old muse, Serena, is in town.

After saving the world from total destruction, the crew gets word that the job isn't quite finished. The boss is still around - and the team is getting back together to take him down once and for all.

Superego: profiles in self-obsession: celebrate the 20th anniversary of the popular and pioneering podcast live on stage — one night only! Enter the world of the Superego Clinic for Analytical Pscience™ where doctors Matt Gourley, Jeremy Carter, Mark McConville, Paul F. Tompkins, and newest member of the staff, Andy Daly, present a curious batch of beloved characters and case studies — a gathering of self-absorbed swellheads, improvised and analyzed before your very eyes. A rare opportunity to see what can normally only be heard! Enter the world of the Superego Clinic for Analytical Pscience™ where doctors Matt Gourley, Jeremy Carter, Mark McConville, Paul F. Tompkins, and newest member of the staff, Andy Daly, present a curious batch of beloved characters and case studies — a gathering of self-absorbed swellheads, improvised and analyzed before your very eyes. A rare opportunity to see what can normally only be heard!

In this horror-comedy where the dialogue was completely improvised, a reality game show pits contestants against a superhuman serial killer inside a high-stakes arena, as they compete for a one-million dollar grand prize. The show is in it's sixth season, and so far, no one has ever won...

Big Grande has been bringing their brand of rapid, honest, and wild live shows to sold-out crowds around the country — hell, the continent — for over a decade. Now they’re hopping onto the UCB stage for a DCM26 show that’ll leave you laughing (hopefully) and them sweating (definitely). Their podcast, The Teachers Lounge, gained a fervent following on The Earwolf Network before they began selling it directly to fans. Find it — along with their four-episode live improvised comedy special, sketches, animated content, merch, and more — at biggrandewebsite.com. Individually, you’ve seen them on The Other Two, Brooklyn 99, Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin, Superstore, Comedy Bang Bang, Son of Zorn, Bless the Harts, Playing House, and Last Call with Carson Daly — as well as behind the camera on Lights Out with David Spade and Netflix: After Party. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

Cast members from Derrick Comedy’s feature film Mystery Team interview the audience about the great unsolved mysteries in their lives and do an improv show about them. All mysteries are guaranteed to be solved. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

Soundtrack is one of UCB’s most popular shows, playing to critical acclaim and sold out audiences in NYC and LA for 16 years running. Soundtrack performs live spontaneous comedy inspired by your music and sound. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

The Big Team (formerly known as White Women) is an improv team of all Black men based in Los Angeles. Formed after meeting at the UCB Black History Month Show in 2013, the team has headlined festivals in Portland, DC, Austin, New York, and beyond — performing at theaters across the country for over a decade. Collectively they have written and produced videos for Comedy Central, College Humor, and Funny or Die. Individually, they’ve written and acted in a lot of your favorite TV shows. Vulture named them on their annual list of “Comedians You Should and Will Know” in 2018. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

World renowned musical improv ensemble Baby Wants Candy (“Truly Amazing! Critics Pick!” New York Times) makes up a musical based on your title. Some recent titles we’ve liked: “Project Hail Mary Poppins”, “Sweeney Toddler” and the seminal “Hotuncles.com…the Musical”. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

Anthony Atamanuik (The President Show, What We Do in the Shadows, Widow’s Bay) and Neil Casey (SNL, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Widow’s Bay) improvise a completely original film from a single audience suggestion. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.

Two of the last surviving members in New York City of legendary ucb improv team Death by Roo Roo and producers of Comedy Centrals President show shake the cobwebs off and out with a set of long form improvised entertainment. Filmed live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.