Central Coast Comedy Theatre: Building Community One Laugh at a Time

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Central Coast Comedy Theatre Preforms a Show at Bang The Drum

When you think of comedy, you might picture polished stand-up sets or late-night talk shows. But at Central Coast Comedy Theatre, the magic happens in the moment. Improv is at the heart of this San Luis Obispo-based group, where performers take the stage with nothing but quick thinking, creativity and trust in one another.

This video story takes you behind the scenes to show how these performers turn spontaneous ideas into laughter. Organizer and performer Matt Preddell and CEO Dane Larkin share how improv has taught them more than just comedy — it has built a tight-knit, supportive community.

Through games like pan left pan right and other high-energy challenges, members of the group are constantly learning, growing and connecting. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to step into the spotlight without a script and make people laugh on the fly, this story offers an inside look.

Audience View of the Show 
Audience View of the Show 

Entrance of Bang the Drum

Mural Behind the Bunker (Rehearsal/Class Space) 




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