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nice cans: a comedy show for a nice cause

December 27, 2025 @ 12:30 am 9:30 pm EST

Live improv comedy to help our community.

Improv Niagara presents NICE CANS! A comedy show turned fundraiser / food drive to help our local food bank feed people in need.

This show is in that sweet spot between Christmas and New Years, so come on out in your comfies, grab a tasty drink or treat from Mahtay Café’s bar or bakery and let’s spend a bit of time this holiday season having some laughs.

Featuring:

Brie Watson

Dan Dingwall

Deanna Herbert

Dina Senior

Heather Eyman &

Jamie Roboz

Tickets cost $15 or show up with some canned goods or non-perishable food items, and let’s have some holiday cheer!

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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Improv Community of Practice – December – Experienced

December 9, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 9:30 pm EST

Welcome to Improv Niagara’s Community of Practice for Experienced Improvisers.

A COP is a group of people who share a passion for something they do, (improv) and learn how to do it better as they interact regularly.

This particular COP:

  • Meets twice per month, the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month for 1.5 hours. **Note, in December, the Experienced CoP will meet on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesday. The second practice will be combined with the Beginner/Intermediate group**
  • Has open registration for the month, at the beginning of the month, for both sessions. (No admission will be permitted later in the month. Interested individuals can instead wait for the following month to register.)
  • Has a monthly fee of $20 to participate in both sessions. These funds ensure we have access to the rehearsal space.
  • Is for improvisers with over 2 years of practiced experience, either in Improv Niagara classes or an agreeable alternative.
  • Is open to improvisers who accept and want to contribute to our Vision, our Code of Conduct, who adhere to our Anti-Harassment and Anti-Discrimination Policy and who believe in What We Stand For. (All found Here.)

We share a dedication to the craft of improv, laughter and the joy of comedy, and hope you do too!

$20 December Registration
4 Nihan Drive
St Catharines, Ontario L2N 1L1 Canada
289-407-6130
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Improv Community of Practice: December – Beginner / Intermediate

December 2, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 9:30 pm EST

Welcome to Improv Niagara’s Community of Practice for beginner and intermediate Improvisers.

A COP is a group of people who share a passion for something they do, (improv) and learn how to do it better as they interact regularly.

This particular COP:

  • Meets twice per month, the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month for 1.5 hours. ***Note the 2nd practice in December will be a joint practice with the “Experienced” group. We hope this will make more time for Holiday enjoyment.***
  • Has open registration for the month, at the beginning of the month, for both sessions. (No admission will be permitted later in the month. Interested individuals can instead wait for the following month to register.)
  • Has a monthly fee of $20 to participate in both sessions. These funds ensure we have access to the rehearsal space.
  • Is for improvisers with under 2 years of practiced experience, and who have taken Improv Niagara’s “Intro” Session, or a suitable alternative.
  • Is open to improvisers who accept and want to contribute to our Vision, our Code of Conduct, who adhere to our Anti-Harassment and Anti-Discrimination Policy and who believe in What We Stand For.

We share a dedication to the craft of improv, laughter and the joy of comedy, and hope you do too!

$20 December CoP
4 Nihan Drive
St Catharines, Ontario L2N 1L1 Canada
289-407-6130
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Movember Rain

November 29, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 9:30 pm EST

Live improv comedy for a good cause.

Live, lonform improv comedy in the heart of St Catharines.

Featuring:

Jo Anne Tacorda (Big Chick Energy)

Aaron Boyd

Simon Calaycay

Dan Dingwall

Dina Senior

Brie Watson

This month, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Movember Foundation. Wear your moustaches proud! (Or bring a fake one, if you’d like.)

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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I Know What You Did Last Improv

October 25, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 9:30 pm EDT

Don’t miss I Know What You Did Last Improv! We all know the best horror movies are the ones that are also super funny, right? So join us at Mahtay Café & Lounge on October 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM for a hilarious celebration of the macabre and hilarious.

Duo sets inspired by the grostesque and gruesome spirit of the Halloween season culminating in a terrifyingly funny group set with the entire cast.

Improv comedy at the heart of downtown St. Catharines, featuring:

Andrew Cromwell

Dan Dingwall

Michael Divinski

Sean Howard

Dina Senior

Brie Watson

Get your tickets while they’re HOT!

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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905-685-4040
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Improv Niagara goes Back to School

September 27, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 9:30 pm EDT

It’s Back to School time at Improv Niagara!

Take a seat and have some laughs. Improv Niagara brings you hilarious comedy created on the spot, inspired by your suggestions.

Improv 1812 promises to make you laugh AND learn. (WHAT?) Let them take you back to a hugely important time in Niagara’ s history, but like… through improv!

The Substitute Teachers know when the teacher’s away the cats will play! So, sit back, relax, put down your books and get ready for some laughs.

Brock, Niagara College & University of Niagara Falls students get $5 off regular admission!

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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The Niagara Improv ShowJam

July 26, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 10:00 pm EDT

The Niagara Improv Community ShoJam: Come on out and try out some improv with a beginner-friendly jam! Then stay for a show featuring a variety of members from improv groups across the Niagara Region! Featuring Improv Niagara, Tangent Quest, No Such Thing, DeeJayEmcee, and you too!

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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905-685-4040
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Improv Fallout: Hoser Edition

June 28, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 10:00 pm EDT

Welcome to Improv Fallout: Over-theTop-Canadian Eh-dition! Get ready for a huge night of laughs, hosers, as Niagara’s best improvisers really give’r at Mahtay Café & Lounge. Join us on Sat May 31, 2025 at 8PM for a night better than that first double double of the day! Will Dan-the-Teach keep hang onto his title? Or will someone new be crowned victorious? ONLY YOU CAN DECIDE!

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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HA! GAYYYY! Improv Pride Show

June 21, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 10:00 pm EDT

Come celebrate Pride month 2025 with us on June 21st 8pm-10pm at Mahtay Cafe and Lounge. We will be featuring our LGBTQ+ performers for this improv show and they are sure to knock your rainbow socks off and tickle your funny bones!

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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Improv Fallout: Over-the-Top Canadian Eh-dition

May 31, 2025 @ 8:00 pm 10:00 pm EDT

Welcome to Improv Fallout: Over-theTop-Canadian Eh-dition! Get ready for a huge night of laughs, hosers, as Niagara’s best improvisers really give’r at Mahtay Café & Lounge. Join us on Sat May 31, 2025 at 8PM for a night better than that first double double of the day! Will Dan-the-Teach keep hang onto his title? Or will someone new be crowned victorious? ONLY YOU CAN DECIDE!

It’s Improv Fallooooouuuuttt!!!!

241 Saint Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M7 Canada
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905-685-4040
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