2ND BEST FEST / Matron Saints, Chekhov's Box / 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.

Saturday’s early show at Theatre Gym starts with long-form improv from Coalition house team Chekhov’s Box and NYC’s Matron Saints!

House opens at 5:30PM / Tickets: $15

Limited tickets available at the door!

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Chekhov’s Box, improv group or thought experiment? Come see a resident Coalition Theater House team and find out. You’re bound to leave with more questions than answers.

CAST: Emma Bailey, Kelly Barnes, Nathan Bemis, Lisa Cantrell, Quan Chau, Khadija Hassan, Jamie Sneed

The Matron Saints are a couple of gals using longform improv, pop culture and a love of the feminine divine to bring you closer to Her.

CAST: Morgan Burris, Emmy Harvey-Parker

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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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