2ND BEST FEST / Kornfeld and Andrews & More! / Theatre Gym

The Coalition Theater proudly presents the 8th Annual 2ND BEST FEST—a three-day comedy extravaganza showcasing the best in improv, sketch, and stand-up. Running June 5–7, this year’s festival brings high-caliber acts from LA, Chicago, NYC, Baltimore, Raleigh, DC, and RVA to four incredible venues in Richmond’s Downtown Arts District.

Closing night at Theatre Gym ends on a high note. Stand-up Rachel Marsh kicks things off followed by long-form improv from Coalition house team Wolf Night. Finally, Kornfeld & Andrews close the night with their acclaimed two-person improv.

House opens at 8:30PM / Tickets: $15

Limited tickets available at the door!

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Rachel Marsh is an award-winning writer and a non-award-winning comedian in Chicago. She's performed at theaters like Second City, Laugh Factory, and one time in a parking lot. She did improv for many years but eventually transitioned to standup in an effort to win back the respect of her parents.

Wolf Night is a ragtag team of drop-outs, losers, and absolute fools . As one of the improv house teams at Richmond's Coalition Theater, they’ve emerged as a goofy, idiosyncratic group able to balance an exploration of games with emotionally grounded character work. Be prepared for a weird and wondrous journey where the only guarantee is a hell of a good time.

CAST: Brandon Beswick, Ryan Dondero, Casey Searles, Z Seliquini, Josh Wright

Kornfeld and Andrews

Seasoned performers, longtime instructors, and all-around swell guys Rick Andrews and Louis Kornfeld combine their improv powers for a longform show that’s as honest as it is hilarious. With a patient, nuanced style, they create a textured world filled with characters that will make you laugh and move you all at the same time. It's comedy. It’s theater. It's a performance you won't soon forget.

CAST: Rick Andrews and Louis Kornfeld

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Located in Richmond's Downtown Arts District, the nonprofit Coalition Theater is dedicated to creating an inclusive space where laughter connects people. Through performances, classes, workshops, and community partnerships, we help individuals discover their comedic voice and provide a welcoming platform to share it.

Proceeds from 2ND BEST FEST directly support this mission, funding performances, comedic education, and community outreach initiatives.

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