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New Acting, Improv & Standup Comedy Classes for Women Now Enrolling from Alphas Comedy

ALPHAS_logoCreating comfortable environments for female-identifying talent to thrive is primary goal

(Northside) Cincinnati, OH – Local women’s improv and sketch comedy group Alphas Comedy, is launching a new session of classes under the umbrella of their education initiative “Alphas Comedy College”.

Classes run July-August and feature stand-up, improv comedy, and acting classes from local professional female-identifying instructors.

According to Alphas Comedy Artistic Director Patricia Mullins, “The purpose of our new education initiative is to create a space where women feel safe to fail and develop as artists and people. And along the way we want to help them find a community of like-minded people where they can feel confident enough to express the funny, talented people that they are.”

Offerings include:

  • Ladies’ Acting Level 1 w/ Miranda McGee
    When: Mondays July 15 – August 26, 7-9pm
    Price: $195-$235 (register by June 23rd for the early-bird pricing)
    Location: Hoffner Lodge, Northside
  • Ladies’ Level 1 Improv Comedy w/ Patricia Mullins
    When: Mondays July 10 – August 21, 6:30-9pm
    Price: $175-$230 (register by June 17 for the early-bird pricing)
    Location: Hoffner Lodge, Northside
  • Ladies’ Level 1 Stand-up w/ Kelly Collette
    When: Tuesdays July 09 – August 06, 6:30-9pm
    Price: SOLD OUT – but keep an eye out for future openings!
    Location: Hoffner Lodge, Northside

You can see all classes here: https://alphascomedy.fourthwalltickets.com/classes

Registration is now open, and students who sign-up at least 3 weeks in advance will get special early-bird pricing. Questions about classes or shows or want to know more? Go to alphascomedy.com, or connect with Alphas on social media: @alphas_improv on Instagram and Facebook.

About Alphas Comedy:
Alphas is an all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group who have been writing, performing, and improvising shows together since April 2022. Their show “Alphas: Origin Story – A Comedy Variety Show”, is featured as a special event at Cincy Fringe, 2024.

Their mission is to amplify women’s voices in comedy, while providing an inclusive, safe space for exploration, performance, and learning.

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New “Alphas Comedy College” Empowers Women to Release Their Funny

ALPHAS_Comedy College PosterIncreased confidence, fun, and friendship are primary goals.

(Clifton) Cincinnati, OH – Alphas Comedy, the local women’s improv and sketch group, is launching a new educational initiative aiming to offer students a comfortable environment in which to thrive.

The inaugural term of “Alphas Comedy College” begins Monday, February 12. The first class Alphas is offering is “Ladies’ Level 1 Improv Class”, which runs for 8-weeks, concluding with a class show for students’ friends and family. This is the first of a series of four levels of improv comedy for female-identifying students.

According to Alphas Comedy Artistic Director Patricia Mullins, “The purpose of our new education initiative is to create a space where women feel safe to fail, to have new experiences, and to express the funny person that they are.”

The first courses are basic improv classes, but Alphas plans to offer a wide variety of opportunities, including stand-up, sketch comedy, acting, and more.

Alphas has several upcoming shows in January and February, including
“The Improvised Bachelorette” on January 20 at Know Theatre, and “Alphas: A Period Piece – A Comedy Variety Show” January 26-27.

Questions about classes or shows or want to know more? Go to alphascomedy.com, or connect with Alphas on social media: @alphas_improv on Instagram and Facebook.

About Alphas Comedy:
Alphas is an all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group who have been writing, performing, and improvising shows together since April 2022. Their show “Alphas: Apocalypse – A Comedy Variety Show”, was featured as a special event at Cincy Fringe, 2023.

Their mission is to amplify women’s voices in comedy, while providing an inclusive, safe space for exploration, performance, and learning. 

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Get ELFED UP! with Alphas Comedy December 15 & 16 in Clifton

ALPHA_Elfed Up(Clifton) Cincinnati, OH – Alphas Comedy presents “Elfed Up! –  A Comedy Variety Show” at Improv Cincinnati on Friday, December 15 & Saturday, December 16 at 8pm.

Add more laughs to your holiday season with this one-hour thematic joyride featuring sketch comedy, improv, music, stand-up and charmingly goofy choreographed dances. Written and performed by the hilarious women of Alphas Comedy.

After “Elfed-Up” enjoy free Holiday Improv Comedy from Alphas! Included in the price of admission!

Questions about the event or want to know more? Go to alphascomedy.com or connect with Alphas on social media: @alphas_improv on Instagram and Facebook.

About Alphas:
Alphas is an all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group who has been writing, performing, and improvising shows together since April 2022. Their most recent variety show was “Alphas: In Hell – A Comedy Variety Show”. Their show “Alphas: Apocalypse – A Comedy Variety Show”, was featured as a special event at Cincy Fringe, 2023.

Their mission is to amplify women’s voices in comedy, while providing an inclusive, safe space for exploration, performance, and learning.

“Elfed Up! – A Comedy Variety Show” Cast and Crew:

  • Director: Liz Looney
  • Head Writer: Mary O’Connell
  • Musical Director: Erin Kessler
  • Stage Management & Tech: Cara Hart, Tatiana Godfrey
  • Featuring: Annie Clark, Emily Elma, Katie Gayer, Erin Kessler, Ally Knizer, Julie Locker, Jennifer Martinez, Patricia Mullins, Cat Ward
  • Producer: Patricia Mullins

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Break Out Your Dunce Caps for ALPHAS: BACK TO SCHOOL – A Comedy Variety Show On Sept. 23

ALPHAS_Back to School

Cast and Crew: Direction by: Tatiana Godfrey and Liz Looney Featuring: Colette Lindemann, Emily Elma, Katie Gayer, Julie Locker, Jennifer Martinez, Molly McCuistion, Amanda Monyhan, Kelley McCollum-Uyeno, Cat Ward & Jenna Yuenger

(Clifton) Cincinnati, OH – Alphas Comedy presents “Alphas: Back to School- A Comedy Variety Show” at Clifton Comedy Theatre on Saturday, September 23 at 8pm.

Raise your hands and line up single file to see an original show spinning any of your residual middle school trauma into a one-hour comedic joyride of sketch comedy, improv, musical parody, and charming choreographed dances!

Written and performed by Alphas, the all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group.

Doors open at 7:30, show at 8pm. Purchase your tickets online, and check in at the door with your name. No other proof of purchase required!

Questions about the event or want to know more? Connect with Alphas on social media: @alphas_improv on Instagram and Facebook. Or reach out to Artistic Director Patricia Mullins at alphas.improv@gmail.com

About Alphas:
Alphas is an all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group who have been writing, performing, and improvising shows together since April 2022. Their most recent productions were August’s “Alphas: HOT! HOT! HOT! – A Comedy Variety Show” and July’s “Alphas: Bedtime Stories – A Comedy Variety Show”. Their show “Alphas: Apocalypse – A Comedy Variety Show”, was featured as a special event at Cincy Fringe, 2023.  Their mission is to amplify women’s voices in comedy, while providing an inclusive, safe space for exploration, performance, and learning.

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