Shows in Charlotte
Queen City Comedy is dedicated to providing top notch comedy and variety shows featuring improv, sketch and stand up artists from around the Carolinas and beyond. We have partnerships with the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Free Range Brewing, Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte, Davidson County Players, VisArt Video and more to provide fun and safe environments for our audiences.
Long Form Night
at VisArt
October 9 at 7pm
Get ready for a night of Chicago-style longform improvisation from two of the best improv teams in Charlotte—Now Are the Foxes Improv Comedy and another all-star ensemble—sharing the stage for one ticket! Known for their quick wit, bold creativity, and ability to turn any audience suggestion into pure comedic gold, these powerhouse teams deliver smart, fast-paced, and unforgettable performances.
Happening in a super-cool venue, this show promises big laughs, unpredictable moments, and the best of Charlotte’s improv scene—all in one night.
Strange Fringe Fest
at Arts Factory
October 23-26
Charlotte, get ready for four days of the weird, wild, and wonderfully funny! Expect a mix of stand-up, improv, theatre, dance, clowning, storytelling —all designed to make you laugh, gasp, and question reality. This isn’t your typical show: every act is one-of-a-kind, offbeat, and bursting with creativity.
Beyond the performances, enjoy workshops, jams, and after-parties, making this a full-on celebration of Charlotte’s vibrant performer community.With less than 20 carefully curated acts, each show promises high-quality, surprising, and spectacular entertainment.
Play for Laughs
at CatCH
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November 2 at 7pm
A Night of Unscripted Comedy! Get ready for an evening of quick wit, big characters, and non-stop laughter! The Play for Laughs Show brings together some of the funniest improvisers in Charlotte for a night of completely unscripted comedy.
Featuring players from the Dingle Drama Repertory Company, Queen City Comedy, and more, this show is packed with high-energy games, scenes, and stories all made up on the spot — inspired by your suggestions.
No scripts. No safety nets. Just pure comedy magic. Presented in partnership with CATCH, Queen City Comedy, and Dingle Drama.
Long Form Night
at VisArt
November 13 at 7pm
Get ready for a night of Chicago-style longform improvisation from two of the best improv teams in Charlotte—Now Are the Foxes Improv Comedy and another all-star ensemble—sharing the stage for one ticket! Known for their quick wit, bold creativity, and ability to turn any audience suggestion into pure comedic gold, these powerhouse teams deliver smart, fast-paced, and unforgettable performances.
Happening in a super-cool venue, this show promises big laughs, unpredictable moments, and the best of Charlotte’s improv scene—all in one night.
As Seen on TV Improv Show at CatCH
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November 16 at 7pm
What if your favorite TV shows were never scripted? That’s the magic of As Seen on TV! — where improvisers take inspiration from the small screen to create bold, hilarious, and heartfelt performances in real time.
Show’s lineup features:
• Cul-de-Sac Improv with End of the Street — a sitcom-style ensemble that brings all the laughs, awkward moments, and quirky characters of your favorite TV neighborhood.
• Special Guest each month
• Pillow Talk Improv with Bedside Manner — a Grey’s Anatomy–inspired medical drama filled with life-or-death stakes, high tension, and surprising twists.
Duo Delight Improv Show
at CatCH
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November 30 at 7pm
A Night of Comedy in Pairs! What happens when two improvisers take the stage together for the very first time? You get Duo Delight — an evening of spontaneous comedy, fearless creativity, and plenty of surprises! This show features newly formed improv duos stepping into the spotlight, creating characters, stories, and worlds in the moment — all based on your suggestions. Every scene is unscripted, unplanned, and totally unforgettable.
Whether you’re a longtime improv fan or brand new to the art form, you’ll laugh, gasp, and cheer as these pairs find their rhythm and deliver one-of-a-kind performances.
Long Form Night
at VisArt
December 11 at 7pm
Get ready for a night of Chicago-style longform improvisation from two of the best improv teams in Charlotte—Now Are the Foxes Improv Comedy and another all-star ensemble—sharing the stage for one ticket! Known for their quick wit, bold creativity, and ability to turn any audience suggestion into pure comedic gold, these powerhouse teams deliver smart, fast-paced, and unforgettable performances.
Happening in a super-cool venue, this show promises big laughs, unpredictable moments, and the best of Charlotte’s improv scene—all in one night.
As Seen on TV Improv Show at CatCH
December 14 at 7pm
What if your favorite TV shows were never scripted? That’s the magic of As Seen on TV! — where improvisers take inspiration from the small screen to create bold, hilarious, and heartfelt performances in real time.
• Cul-de-Sac Improv with End of the Street — a sitcom-style ensemble that brings all the laughs, awkward moments, and quirky characters of your favorite TV neighborhood.
• Special Guest each month
• Pillow Talk Improv with Bedside Manner — a Grey’s Anatomy–inspired medical drama filled with life-or-death stakes, high tension, and surprising twists.