The Groundlings Unveils New Logo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025
The Groundlings Theatre & School has unveiled its new logo. This reimagined design reflects the iconic theater's dynamic future while honoring its rich legacy in improvisational comedy and sketch performance.
GROUNDLINGS OF '69 Improv Comedy Show to Open This Month
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 2, 2022
The Groundlings Theatre introduces a brand-new groovy sketch show from the Groundlings Main company, “Groundlings of ’69.” Previews begin on April 2nd as part of a new, two show night weekend schedule for the Theatre. Opening night is April 29th. Directed by Lisa Schurga (Clipped) this sketch comedy show features appearances from Main Company members Josh Duvendeck (Parks and Recreation), Allison Dunbar (The Sopranos), Ryan Gaul (The Last O.G.), Patty Guggenheim (Florida Girls), Chris Kleckner, Laird Macintosh, Jessica Pohly, Emily Pendergast (VEEP), Annie Sertich (Sillicon Valley), and Greg Worswick.
BWW Interview: GROUNDLINGS' Lisa Schurga LIGHTS UP The Comedy Stage
by Gil Kaan - Jul 17, 2021
After many online shows these past pandemic months, The Groundlings will present their first LIVE show GROUNDLINGS LIGHTS UP July 23, 2021. Got the chance to pick the witty brain of Groundlings main company member Lisa Schurga on her life with The Groundlings.
KPFK's Arts In Review Spotlights Ammunition Theatre's Fairy Tale THEATRE 18 & OVER
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2020
KPFK Radio's Arts in Review, Los Angeles's longest-running radio showcase on live theater and cabaret, airs Fridays (2-2:30pm) on KPFK 90.7FM. On Nov 20. Arts in Review showcases Ammunition Theatre Company's Fair Tale Theatre 18 & Over: The Musical. Guests are playwright J. Michael Feldman and actress/producer Kim Hamilton who discuss the new musical, Lucky the Service Dog.
New Show: Groundlings BAR FIGHT To Open Valentine's Day
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2020
What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than taking your loved one to a bar fight a?" a Groundlings Bar Fight that is! The Groundlings Theatre's latest main stage show, opening on February 14, will make for a magical date night, filled with unending laughter and hilarity.
BWW Review: ALL THE LEAVES ARE GROUNDLINGS And The Laughs Are Grayt!
by Gil Kaan - Oct 5, 2019
The Groundlings, as always, bring the hilarity and the latest news-worthy topics to their current Friday and Saturday night show ALL THE LEAVES ARE GROUNDLINGS. Michael Naughton quite ably directs his very talented cast of eight (Matt Cook, Josh Duvendeck, Ryan Gaul, Patty Guggenheim, Kiel Kennedy, Lisa Schurga, Eliot Schwartz and Greg Worswick) in a fast-moving evening of fifteen laugh and/or groan-inducing skits.
ALL THE LEAVES ARE GROUNDLINGS Opens In October
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2019
All the leaves may be brown everywhere else this fall, but Los Angeles' favorite sketch and improv troupe is keeping things evergreen with their upcoming main company show, All The Leaves Are Groundlings. Bring your mamas, papas, friends and lovers to The Groundlings Theatre and for a truly magical night of laughter and hilarity.
The Groundlings Presents Original Digital Halloween Episode
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2018
On Monday, October 22, The Groundlings will launch a spooky new episode of their hilarious sketch comedy online video series, Groundlings Originals. The Halloween-themed episode titled "Take One" follows mama bear, Tanya Jones, as she does whatever it takes to get her son some candy. The episode was directed by Alex Staggs, written by Kiel Kennedy and Lyric Lewis, and stars Kiel Kennedy, Lyric Lewis, Michael Churven and Patty Guggenheim.
BWW Review: Ammo Theatre's FAIRY TALE THEATRE 18 & OVER: THE MUSICAL is Comedy with a Kick
by Ellen Dostal - Sep 21, 2018
Ammunition Theatre Company ventures into the wacky world of fractured fairy tales for its latest production, FAIRY TALE THEATRE 18 & OVER: THE MUSICAL. Written and narrated by Michael J. Feldman, with original songs by Jason Currie, the show consists of four sketch comedy skits performed in 90 minutes, no intermission, by a group of energetic actors with mostly stand-up and television backgrounds.
Ammunition Theatre Co Presents World Premiere of
FAIRY TALE THEATRE 18 & OVER: THE MUSICAL
by BWW
News Desk - Sep 14, 2018
The Fairy Tale Players are back with their latest production featuring brand new tales...set to MUSIC! Life as a grown up does not have to be challenging if you have the proper tools. If you're a problem-riddled adult, it's time to learn new lessons. By utilizing multiple musical genres, like opera for the gay cat ballet tale, or a Sondheim homage to a penguin on the verge of giving up his lifelong dream of flying, this new Fairy Tale Theatre 18 & Over: The Musical offers scrupulous guidance in a not-so-discreet comedy that is sure to pleasure even the fussiest.
Ammunition Theatre Co Presents World Premiere of
FAIRY TALE THEATRE 18 & OVER: THE MUSICAL
by Julie Musbach - Aug 20, 2018
The Fairy Tale Players are back with their latest production featuring brand new tales...set to MUSIC! Life as a grown up does not have to be challenging if you have the proper tools. If you're a problem-riddled adult, it's time to learn new lessons. By utilizing multiple musical genres, like opera for the gay cat ballet tale, or a Sondheim homage to a penguin on the verge of giving up his lifelong dream of flying, this new Fairy Tale Theatre 18 & Over: The Musical offers scrupulous guidance in a not-so-discreet comedy that is sure to pleasure even the fussiest.
BWW Review: GROUNDLINGS ROYAL WEDDING - An Absolutely Regal Laugh Fest
by Gil Kaan - Apr 28, 2018
With their latest Friday and Saturday night show GROUNDLINGS ROYAL WEDDING, the vastly talented Groundlings troupe has done it again with much responding side-splitting laughter to their funny, funny in-house scripts, their comic timing and expert delivery. The comedically gifted cast of ten whip through a program of fifteen entertaining skits sharply directed by Deanna Oliver.
THE GALE Returns To The Groundlings Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2018
After a sold-out year long run, The GALE returns to the world-famous Groundlings Theatre with five shows scheduled for 2018. This 90-minute improv show celebrates the beautiful (though sometimes rough) LGBTQ journey.