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Union Comedy has shows every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Our theater is
 located at 593 Somerville Ave in Somerville.

Whether you're a comedy fan looking for laughs, a performer supporting performers, hoping for stage time or just curious...there's a show for you!

Our blackbox theater has an approachable and affordable vibe,
and way more fun than staying in, streaming Not-Live Shows!  

Check out
our calendar for more info! 

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See ALL SHOWS for just $1 each with a MEMBERSHIP

Upcoming Shows

FRIDAY

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SATURDAY

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SUNDAY

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Can't make it in person? Watch LIVE HERE!

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Want to Get onstage?
you can! every sunday at 5pm!

The Jam is a low-pressure opportunity to get some on-stage practice (and it's FREE!) 

while this is NOT a ticketed show, you're welcome to come watch!

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Show FAQ

How do I get there?

We are a 15-min walk from both the Porter Square red line & Union Square green line stops. The 83 and 87 busses also stop right on our corner.

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If you're driving, Somerville Ave has free 2-hour street parking and you can always make use of nearby free public lots. We also have a Bluebikes station across the street at Conway Park.

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How long are shows?

1 hour.

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Are your shows family friendly?

Not really. Due to the unscripted and unpredictable nature of improv we never know what's going to happen onstage, but generally speaking you can expect our shows to have a language and content rating of PG13 at minimum. While we do not have age restrictions to attend shows, we cannot guarantee that any particular show will be appropriate for ages 16 or younger, so we expect parents and guardians to use your best judgment with when bringing kids..

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​Will I have to participate (i.e. should I be worried about sitting in the front row)?

No participation needed! Most of our shows start with our performers asking for a "suggestion," a word or short answer to a question, which we use as inspiration to get things started. Otherwise you can expect to sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

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Do you serve alcohol or food? 

We do not currently sell alcohol but we do sell bottled water and some snacks. You're welcome to bring your own food and drinks (just please don't leave a mess).

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Is there a discount for large groups? 

Yes! Orders of 8+ tickets automatically receive 20% off at checkout.

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Can I hire you to perform at my event?

It's definitely possible! Email info@unioncomedy.com to discuss details. 

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How can I perform at Union Comedy?

If you're a member of an existing longform improv team, we take rolling submissions for Cagematch, Friday Night Fusion, and select other shows. Fill out THIS FORM and we'll get back to you with possible dates.​

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Don't have a team? You're welcome to come play at our weekly jam every Sunday at 5pm. If you're brand new to improv or need a refresher we recommend taking one or more of our classes.

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Auditions for our house teams  happen every 6 months (in March and September).

Fall 2025 dates are Sep 6+7

Sign up for our EMAIL LIST to stay updated! â€‹

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And of course, keep an eye on instagram​ & here for all updates.

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