Puzzled Players is a group of funny improvisers who share our love for the art of improvisation & sense of humor!
It's Fun, Engaging & Energizing!
Join us every Wednesday starting at 6:15pm (or as soon as you can make it) until 9:00 p.m. No experience needed! Drop-in. No registration required. Mature 16 years old through adults are welcome. Meet new people. Make new friends. Gain confidence, learn cooperation & acceptance, release your Creativity! Learn More
Similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway?, SNL, the Groundlings, and Upright Citizen's Brigade. Laugh with us the second and fourth Friday of every month. Doors open at 7:30pm, Ahow start at 8:00pm.
"We laughed so hard our cheeks hurt!" -Press and Sun-Bulletin
"With their use of audience engagement, current events and improv games,, The (NEW) Puzzled Players delivered another impressive show... which caused the tiny theater to erupt with laughter..." - Pipe Dream, Binghamton University
Admission s still only $10. Buy tickets via our social media posts, though Event write, or at the door with Cash, Venmo, or Apple Pay. See Improve Show Dates
Whether you are just curious and have no experience or you are a seasoned actor looking to add to your toolbox, you will find a fun, welcoming and supportive class tailored to your skill level. Classes are taught by our Director, Russ or by an experienced performer. Prices vary depending on class. Details on the featured section of our Facebook Page and on Eventbrite. Learn More
Successful Organizations like yours use creative and engaging training methods that help their members develop both professionally and personally. Using the foundational principles of successful improvisation participants develop more confidence, creativity, empathy, cooperation, trust and trustworthiness, public speaking skills and more. Fun and affordable! Learn More
What People are Saying
"We laughed so hard our cheeks hurt!" - Press and Sun-Bulletin
"With their use of audience engagement, current events and improv games,, The (NEW) Puzzled Players delivered another impressive show... which caused the tiny theater to erupt with laughter..." - Pipe Dream, Binghamton University
""Russ is a wonderful instructor who teaches and encourages without being demeaning." Nicholas Zwierlein Business Development Executive, Employment Solutions, Elmira, New York
"Russ presents with a different twist for learning. It's a style that's uniquely his. I really enjoyed it!" Patricia Roma Business Development Officer, Visions Federal Credit Union
"I can apply his teachings to my business and everyday life. They are life lessons..."Niya Carrington Social Media for Equinox Broadcasting. Founder, Manifest Visions Studio, LLC
"I wanted to level-up my teams with the means to improve communications and instill a culture of ideation. It was fun, fast-paced, and we achieved our goals as it helped us establish new norms for working together while improving our innovation and creative edge. I highly recommend Russ!"Jim Dutcher Founder, GM/CEO, AgZeit, LLC & ValuAg, LLC
"I was excited to check out Russ’s Improv SKILLS-shop. His group activities definitely got all of us to step outside our comfort zones and explore new ways to engage in conversation. It was different, fun and definitely worthwhile!"Amy Shaw Chief Operating Officer, Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce