**About Us**
Welcome to Panther City Improv, where creativity, community, and comedy come together! As a long-form improv comedy show and training center based in Fort Worth, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for everyone. We proudly welcome LGBTQI+ and neurodivergent individuals, believing that diversity enriches our art and strengthens our community.
At Panther City Improv, we prioritize making meaningful connections and creating exceptional comedy over profit. Our mission is to build a supportive space where comedians and audiences in Fort Worth can come together to learn, perform, and enjoy the magic of improv. We believe in cultivating the incredible talent that exists right here in our city, and we strive to nurture both performers and audiences who are passionate about comedy and community.
**About Richie**
Richie is an exceptional improv and comedy educator with a rich background in teaching and performing. Trained at prestigious institutions such as 4Day Weekend and Stomping Grounds Theater, Richie brings a wealth of experience to Panther City Improv. Having performed in the 4Day mainstage show in Fort Worth and Dallas, served as head of the training center, and opened the Dallas theater as the theater director, Richie’s dedication to the craft is unparalleled.
Richie has also trained with renowned instructors from UCB, Second City, Annoyance, and PIT Theater. Most recently, he has been a teacher at Dallas Comedy Club and a performer in their premier improv show Prime Time. His teaching style is both analytical and joyful, emphasizing the importance of having fun in improv. Known for creating welcoming environments for new students and providing insightful feedback, Richie helps each performer grow and excel.
Join us and experience the vibrant world of improv under the guidance of a passionate and skilled educator like Richie!
What People Say
“Richie is an incredible improv and comedy educator. I use that term specifically because he does more than “teach from a book.” Watching Richie’s brain work during scenes and listening to his feedback shaped my understanding of improv. And while I enjoy the analytical side of improv, the most important lesson that Richie instilled in me and my class was to above all else, have fun. Look no further for the most supportive, educational, and energetic instructor!”
Aaron Presley – New York
“Richie is a an excellent teacher and mentor. I had him for the first improv class that I ever had and he did a great job of creating a welcoming environment for new students while also breaking down the concepts in a solid and easy way to understand. If you’re with him you will be in good hands”
Humberto Serrano – Dallas
“Richie is a teacher and player that wears every pair of glasses while creating. They are rose colored when you need encouragement and damn near clear when you need counsel. He sees the matrix while playing and has a sharp memory for the replay amongst players afterwards. He looks to see through multiple perspectives, which is so refreshing when partnering and humbling when in retrospect. He honors and invests in everyone he shares stage and space with.
Aja Jones – Fort Worth
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