Comedy, Etc: 14 Acts, 1 Stage, Endless Connection

It’s comedy. It’s drama. It’s unlimited imagination.

We’re taking over the recently renovated 1st Stage theatre for a high-energy theatre mashup. We’ve gathered 14 of the region's most creative ensembles to build an innovative evening of performance from scratch, and no two acts are the same.

Experience the full spectrum of improvised performance. One act might be a lost Shakespearean masterpiece; the next, a steamy Broadway musical, a grounded contemporary porch play, or a chaotic debut by a sock-puppet duo.

The evening festivities are modular. Choose one or more to craft the perfect outing for you.

&theTOAST: Complimentary champagne toast to the first year of Resonance Improv.

&theBLOCKS: Fourteen acts, four blocks, one night of fun. Attend one block or all four. Schedule details below.

MIX&MATCH: A celebration of community joy and collaborative connection with the cast of Comedy, Etc.

&theDROP: Exclusive first look at our new merch shop, designed to support the Alliance while expressing your love of improv.

&theBID: More than an auction—it’s an investment in community joy. Preview our Spring 2026 "Laughter Lot," featuring local treasures and creative experiences that give back. 100% of proceeds fund our outreach programs for vulnerable populations in Northern Virginia. Preview the auction items !

We are a 100% volunteer-led Alliance. Your ticket fuels our community outreach workshops, bringing the cognitive and social benefits of improv to neighbors managing Parkinson’s, memory loss, and housing instability. More about our mission at resonanceimprov.org.

Info: Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast, network with philanthropists and comedians, and hear a bit about Resonance Improv from our founders, Nina Unger and Wes Gurney.

Info: Join the cast from for an unscripted social designed for connection and conversation. Whether you're early for Block 3 or staying after Block 2, grab a drink in the lobby to bridge the gap between stage and spectator.

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