The Peoples Improv Theater

Fun bar with cool games!

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Very entertaining place and I like the location. I do like there main spot on 24 street better, but this is very cool.

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Very good. Nice venue. Up and coming comedy acts.Good all around

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People are nice. Space is cool. Drinks will get you on $ but that's okay because the shows (re: North Coast!!) are always so good!

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Cool hip spot.

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The improv class is so fun and gets everyone out of their shell. Highly recommend!

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Great small venue to see a show, friendly staff and reasonably priced bar.

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Always a great venue. Drinks are too expensive, but always innovative and new shows.

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Kinda cramped

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Wanted to thank Mac and his staff who made our off-site team building event such a great experience. The staff were upbeat and taught us may takeaway techniques. I'd definitely recommend them for any event! More...

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Great (though expensive) performing arts space with alcoholic beverages.

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Great spot for improv. Lots of talent in a small location. I personally am a fan of the superfree night which, as the name implies, are free. Nice bar, reasonably priced, and you can bring drinks into the theater. More...

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What a great FUN show. We Saw Masterminds and Friends 9pm show at The PIT , Striker Mainstage. The Characters and stories were so very funny. We will be back to see their next show. Highly recommend going to the PIT for a fun night. More...

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Best corporate team building event ever!

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Jaaaaa lepenaaaaa mayabemafukaaaaLion King. Awesome.

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Amazing improv theater in the heart of new york City.

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❤loved my time here& got solid training! plus had a great time!

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I attended an amazing Drop-In Audition Practice taught by Patrick McCartney, and I learned so much!!! Patrick provided amazing feedback that helps me a lot with the monologue I am on working on. I highly recommend attending his workshops, and attending PIT classes in general. Great experience!!! Thank you!!!(In addition, I also love PIT for their Improv Jams and Open Mics, and I highly appreciate the space in general - such a great atmosphere, and everyone is super friendly! Thank you so much! Keep up the great work!) More...

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The PIT did a fantastic job for a 7th birthday party. The personalized show as excellent and so much fun.

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Words can not express the memories this place (the PIT) made for my son’s 16th birthday party. We wanted something different. My son loves Broadway and also has autism. Although you do have to provide your own decor/food, I would do it all over again. The staff was amazing from my first phone call. The owners, worked with us to plan out the improv show that my son kindly made himself a part of, lol. The actors were awesome... I highly recommend it!!! Book your next event here!! More...

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My wife and I went to the show. Perfect place. The presentation was very funny. The actors played great, we really enjoyed the show. Now this is my favorite improvisation show. More...

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Great place!

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Depends on the show, of course, but The History Machine sketch comedy group did not disappoint.

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Wonderful place, a little small, but I enjoyed their content

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It's great, just make sure you're at the right theater cuz wow

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The bagelsteins were great!

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Cool intimate space to see a show in a comfortable setting

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Cool space. Beer/Rosé available to sip on during a show.

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The new Open Mic on Mondays (downstairs) is one of the few places to go that has a lot of heart n' soul. Poets, Singers, Storytellers, Comedians - all true, real and authentic artists are welcomed with open arms. No "Political Correctness" BS, No herd-like, zombie behavior that makes me want to blow my brains out. THINKING FOR YOURSELF is encouraged and harnessed. The Host, Greg Levine, provides a very encouraging atmosphere for new artists. God bless him.Their trial period may be ending next week - I hope they continue. This place has TONS of potential for growth for people who have been hiding because almost all places are not as welcoming to the "Outsider" whereas this place welcomes and provides us a sense of belonging that has barely existed since the 60s and 70s. More...

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I Went For The Open Mic. Will Go Back Just Because It That Gosh Darn Nice. Social Aspect: The layout was beautiful, it was fun, the music was good and the atmosphere left little to be desired than more time to spend there. Rather nice, if I'm allowed to say. The staff was effing awesome. From front to the bar, and from the windows to the walls, it felt like "that spot you become a regular in". I should make a rap music reference here about the Ying Yang Twins, but I digress. Comedy: The open Mic was one of several events that they host and the words "The Quaintest Hole In The Wall" would be beautifully endearing. I am pretty sure that Anne Frank used that place as an AirBnB. And it was lovely. Those telling jokes were rebounding tips off of each other and it felt more like a group of friends sharing a practice space. Sadly, I couldn't spend more time there, but that only means I have more of a reason to return. Additional Points: The place could probably use something, maybe a gladiator's arena where member of the Ocean World can battle it out with knives and Boring Co. flamethrower, but I cant keep using that same idea over and over. I mean, how many lobster knife fights must one witness to feel complete in life? (Answer Pending A Crustaceous Weekend)....4 stars were well-earned, and I can't wait to go back, if only for the atmosphere. More...

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The new Open Mic on Mondays (downstairs) is one of the few places to go that has a lot of heart n' soul. Poets, Singers, Storytellers, Comedians - all true, real and authentic artists are welcomed with open arms.

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I cannot say enough great things about the PIT and their team. We booked a 20 person team building improv session and coming out of it, of all the team building activities that we have done around the city (we do them quarterly), we took more away from this time collectively than any other that we've ever been to. I worked with Mac at PIT to plan the event and he was amazing to work with. Super responsive and always kind and patient in answering all of my many questions! The session leaders were Matt and Jamie and we couldn't have asked for two better people to lead our teams. They asked what we hoped to get out of the class ahead of time and they based the activities on the our needs. We walked away with a deeper understanding of each other and a whole new set of tools to help us communicate with one another. I highly recommend the PIT if you are looking for fun, unique and effective team building! Thank you Mac, Matt and Jamie!! More...

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Great place to perform and laugh.

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I worked with Mac (Director of Corporate Partnerships) to arrange a mini 1-hour improv workshop for me and 2 of my colleagues. Mac helped to make sure the arrangements fit our schedule and budget. On the day of the workshop, Mac was there to greet us with a warm welcome and also took time to show us around and tell us a little more about the theater. Our Workshop Instructor Dana was high energy, knowledgeable and supportive as we experimented with the different improv activities. We enjoyed being able to express ourselves in ways we don't always let out in the office. It was a great experience, and we would recommend this to other groups! More...

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I booked a private session with 7 other business owners to help improve our ability to communicate with our clients. Ali was fantastic! I highly recommend improv training for any business team, large or small. Mac and everyone at the Pit were great and easy to work with. More...

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Great place to catch something different culture. Multiple shows in the evening. Bar gets loud before the shows.

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If you are looking for a unique way to throw a special party, then The PIT is just that venue! We decided to throw our daughter's Bat Mitzvah there and we went to the owners with a vision. Well, Beth and her team took our vision and added their own spin to it and we could not have been happier with the outcome and the final result! Beth and her team helped us secure caterers, assisted with specialty cocktails and guided us on decorations. She also helped us with the hiring of the appropriate amount of staff. The front area of the PIT was set up with tables and chairs and was the ideal spot for the food portion of the party. They helped us create a special photo-op, complete with red carpet backdrop, in the hallway leading to the theatre. But turning the theatre into the dance floor, at Beth's suggestion, is what made the party extra special and a day to remember. From start to finish, Beth went above and beyond to make sure that out daughter's very special day, her Bat Mitvzah day, would be memorable... and memorable is certainly and understatement!  It was the BEST DAY EVER! More...

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I saw Darkness Falls on Saturday, 4/12. I honestly wasn't sure what to expect, as it was a far cry from the short-form improv I'd seen other places. But it was such an incredible show. The group developed a series of unique, interesting recurring scenes, which built as the show went on. The scenes were thought-provoking and interesting, and pretty dang funny. The performers worked well together, building off each other's performances and taking things to higher and higher levels. It was funny and fascinating, and I didn't want it to end! Will definitely seek them out again! More...

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Great shows! Saw Darkness Falls at the LOFT this weekend. It was unlike anything I'd ever seen before!

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Came here to watch "Celibate and Pregnant." I'm not sure how long the show is running but everyone must go see it! I've never laughed so much. The tickets were really affordable too; I believe around $9. The shows are downstairs and the bar is upstairs. The space is nice and spacious but still intimate with tables in front of the stage and high chairs in the back and on the sides. We ended up getting chairs on the side of the stage but were still able to enjoy the show. It can be a hassle to go back and forth if you want a drink so I recommend getting to the show early and hanging at the bar for a few since there isn't one downstairs. Whiskey sour with Jameson rang me up $11 and the bartender was very friendly. I appreciated that she asked me if I had a whiskey preference rather than just making it with a cheap one. The theater itself is in a great location, close to Baruch, with many restaurants around. Overall great place to watch a show. More...

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I celebrated my son's 16th Broadway themed birthday party here just this past weekend. Amazing and worth every penny. From the start of pre arrangements, during the event and after, staff was 1000% courteous, friendly, and on hands, I can keep going. My son said it was the best party ever. The owners, Ali and Beth seemed more like family as well as the staff. I highly recommend the PIT. You have to order your own catering/outside food but I wasn't even upset after getting the service we did. Mac was also amazing and on top of things. He got things done quickly and was there to answer any questions at any time. We are forever grateful and thinking my son may actually sign up for some improv classes ... thank you again to the whole staff/actors who made a forever, sweet, lifetime memory for our family ! More...

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I manage a professional networking series called Shapr Connectors Club. We hired the PIT to run a one night improv class for the group. Matt and Jamie were our instructors, and they did an absolutely superb job. As soon as they arrived at the space, which they were seeing for the first time, they quickly worked together to adjust their plans around the strengths of the room and the group, and to come up with fun and easy exercises that got our group moving. Everyone was immediately comfortable and willing to go 150% without any fear of holding back. Through improv, we learned:1. When you hype someone up and support their ideas, they continue to give more.2. If the group succeeds, you succeed. Your peers will do better if you cheer them on. 3. Contribute, and continue to build on a great idea.At the end of the workshop, everyone was raving about the event and feeling so energized. The PIT helped our community to grow and get connected, and it was a pleasure working with them! More...

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The lobby is a little cold but the shows are always fun!

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"THE JOKER'S 7" Very nice place. GREAT stage!! Enjoyed a really AWESOME, FUN & FUNNY show here,, "The Jokers 7" @Donovantps looking forward to going back!!

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