13 shows. Over 75 performers. Countless laughs. From November 13-17th, improvisers, stand-up comedians, and sketch comedy guests from across North America will converge on Greenville, SC for the 11th Annual New South Comedy Festival.
You can purchase individual tickets to each show or use this pass to see all shows! Seating is limited and general admission, so it's always wise to pre-purchase your tickets online and arrive early. All shows will be at the Alchemy Comedy Theater in downtown Greenville, SC.
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In the meantime, check out a local show in Greenville, SC
Friday May 2, 2025
The Foundry: The Four Founding Humors of the Alchemy Comedy Theater
Friday May 2, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Tonight is a rare chance to see the founders of Alchemy perform: Ben Burris, Meg Schutz, Harrison Brookie, and Jason Underwood.
Local Legends: Improv comedy inspired by true stories
Friday May 2, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Every Friday night a new local legend (person of note) tells their own local legends (true stories) to inspire this fully improvised show.Saturday May 3, 2025
Improv All-Stars: Interactive, Clean Comedy Games
Saturday May 3, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Every Saturday at 7:30pm veteran Alchemy performers take to the stage for an interactive, family-friendly comedy improv show.
Stand-up Meets Improv: A Combination Comedy Show
Saturday May 3, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Every Saturday at 9:00pm Alchemy invites a local comic to help kickoff a night of stand-up and improv comedy!Thursday May 8, 2025
Laugh Track: Improvised TV Channel Surfing
Thursday May 8, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
This weekly show brings you a fast-paced improv comedy tour through TV Land - complete with games, talk shows, and even commercials!
House Party: Local Improv Teams
Thursday May 8, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM
This alternative improv comedy show features rotating long-form House Teams and students headlined by Haymaker, our Flagship Harold teamFriday May 9, 2025
Improv 101 Student Showcase
Friday May 9, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Each of Alchemy's classes are given a chance to show off their improv skills on stage. Come out and support our graduating Improv 101 class
Local Legends: Improv comedy inspired by true stories
Friday May 9, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Every Friday night a new local legend (person of note) tells their own local legends (true stories) to inspire this fully improvised show.Saturday May 10, 2025
Improv 000: Open Practice (every second Saturday)
Saturday May 10, 2025 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Unlike our weekly shows or 6-week classes, this monthly open practice runs every Second Saturday for current or interested performers.
Improv All-Stars: Interactive, Clean Comedy Games
Saturday May 10, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Every Saturday at 7:30pm veteran Alchemy performers take to the stage for an interactive, family-friendly comedy improv show.
Stand-up Meets Improv: A Combination Comedy Show
Saturday May 10, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Every Saturday at 9:00pm Alchemy invites a local comic to help kickoff a night of stand-up and improv comedy!
Night Owlchemy: Stand-up Open Mic (every second Saturday)
Saturday May 10, 2025 from 10:30 PM to 11:30 PM
This monthly drop-in show features local stand-up comics of all levels. Put your name on the list and tell us your newest jokes!Thursday May 15, 2025
Crash: Improv Comedy Jam (every third Thursday)
Thursday May 15, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
The Jam is a special drop-in show featuring players and students of all levels. Not only are the scenes improvised, but so are the partners!
Improv 201 Student Showcase (feat. Haymaker)
Thursday May 15, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Each of Alchemy's classes are given a chance to show off their improv skills on stage. Come out and support our Improv 201 class!Friday May 16, 2025
Femmeprov: Comedy Improv from Ladies—for Everyone
Friday May 16, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
This weekend the ladies of Alchemy take over the Mainstage with a fully improvised show with plenty of suggestions from the audience!Saturday May 17, 2025
Improv All-Stars: Interactive, Clean Comedy Games
Saturday May 17, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Every Saturday at 7:30pm veteran Alchemy performers take to the stage for an interactive, family-friendly comedy improv show.
Stand-up Meets Improv: A Combination Comedy Show
Saturday May 17, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Every Saturday at 9:00pm Alchemy invites a local comic to help kickoff a night of stand-up and improv comedy!Thursday May 22, 2025
Laugh Track: Improvised TV Channel Surfing
Thursday May 22, 2025 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
This weekly show brings you a fast-paced improv comedy tour through TV Land - complete with games, talk shows, and even commercials!
CageMatch: Competitive Long-form Improv Comedy (every fourth Thursday)
Thursday May 22, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Every 4th Thursday two long-form teams enter the CageMatch and the audience chooses who moves on to the next month!Friday May 23, 2025