About this event

Looking for a comedy show on Friday night in Philadelphia? Join The N Crowd during the 2026 Philly Fringe Festival on September 11th, September 18th, and Septebmer 25th at 8:30 PM at the Sawubona Creativity Project for a fast, high‑energy night of live improv comedy. Every scene is created on the spot based on audience suggestions. Locations, relationships, emotions, and anything else you throw at us. No two shows are ever the same, and the laughs are nonstop.

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This is one of the best ways to spend a Friday night in Philly if you’re searching for fun things to do, live comedy, or improv shows near me.

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Tickets: $15 online or at the door
Doors open: 8:00 PM
 

Tickets can be purchased online with any major credit card or in cash at the door.

 

About Sawubona Creativity Project
 

Sawubona Creativity Project creates brave spaces where children and adults can develop interpersonal skills through theatre arts. Their programs focus on social‑emotional learning (SEL), character education (CE), applied improvisation, mindfulness workshops, and playwriting. Learn more at www.sawubonacreativityproject.org.

 

About the N Crowd

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Philly Style Magazine called The N Crowd “Philadelphia’s premier improv comedy troupe.” The Philly Metro said we’re “keeping Philly funny.” We’ve been named Best Comedy Club multiple times by City Voter’s Hot List.

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Our shows deliver 75 minutes of fast‑paced, audience‑driven comedy and is some of the best entertainment $15 can legally buy. If you love to laugh, you’ll love The N Crowd. Visit www.phillyncrowd.com for more.

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What is the Fringe Festival? 

The Philadelphia Fringe Festival, presented by FringeArts is a city-wide celebration of innovation and creativity in contemporary performance. Each September, the Festival explodes into every nook and cranny of Philadelphia with more than 1,000 artistically daring performances. Included in the festival are hundreds of independently produced performances and events, work presented by partnering Festival Hubs and producers, and a slate of programs curated by FringeArts. In the true spirit of the international “Fringe” movement, there are no limits to the ways that artists and audiences can participate in and experience the festival. For more information, visit https://PhillyFringe.org/ 

 

How long does the Fringe Festival run?

From September 8 - 27, 2026

 

What are some points of contact for questions?

Questions/concerns for tickets: BoxOffice@FringeArts.com 

Questions for marketing/socials: Marketing@FringeArts.com

General Fringe Festival questions/assistance: Simon@FringeArts.com  

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