CSz Indianapolis (Home of ComedySportz)

What CSz Indianapolis (Home of ComedySportz) does

CSz Indianapolis (Home of ComedySportz) is an Indianapolis-based live entertainment and applied improvisation company founded in 1993, operating The Wit Theater — a 100-seat, fully-equipped venue at 3808 Shelby St. The company is a licensed branch of CSz Worldwide and presents the proprietary ComedySportz competitive improv format along with late-night adult improv shows, stand-up comedy nights, open mics, and special events. CSz Indianapolis is the city's only professional improvisational comedy theater and has won the World Comedy League Championship (2011) and CSz Worldwide Championship (2016).

The business operates across multiple revenue streams: live show ticket sales (approximately $10–$20 per ticket for ComedySportz matches and late-night shows), corporate training and team building through the Wit@Work and Leadership Through Laughter programs (quote-based, delivered to Fortune 500 clients including Anthem, Lilly, Raytheon, Salesforce, Roche, Rolls-Royce, Delta Faucet, Home Depot, and the Indiana Pacers), improv education (Levels 1–4 adult classes, Rec League, youth summer camps, drop-in workshops, and a High School League at $1,000 per team annually), venue rental for private events, and on-site food and beverage through a LaRocca's Pizza partnership. The company is co-owned by Todd Kenworthy (Co-Artistic Director), Edward Trout (Director of Education and Applied Improvisation, founder), and Jessica Kenworthy (Sales), and has ~31 employees.

Distribution is direct: in-person at the owned theater, online ticketing via vivenu, email/newsletter, organic social media (Facebook, X, Instagram), and a 20-minute discovery call funnel for corporate bookings. The company is bootstrapped, privately held, and operates exclusively in the Indianapolis market with no disclosed external funding or institutional investment. Technology dependencies are limited to third-party platforms (vivenu for ticketing, Toasttab for food ordering, Zoom for digital shows) with no proprietary software or AI/ML capabilities disclosed.

Name

CSz Indianapolis (Home of ComedySportz)

Legal name

The Wit Theater

Website

https://cszindianapolis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CSz Indianapolis operates The Wit Theater, Indianapolis's only professional improv theater since 1993, delivering ComedySportz matches, corporate team-building workshops, and improv education to consumers, enterprises, and schools.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Comedy Entertainment and Improv Training

NAICS

Performing Arts Companies (7111), Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (711110), Other Performing Arts Companies (711190)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAGACAB

Improv Comedy Performances

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Live Entertainment & Events (Concerts, Theater, Festivals)/Comedy & Spoken-Word Events

SECONDARYMPAGABAJ

Improvisational Theatre

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Live Entertainment & Events (Concerts, Theater, Festivals)/Theater, Broadway & Performing Arts

SECONDARYMPAGAIAH

Comedy Clubs (Nightlife Venues)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Live Entertainment & Events (Concerts, Theater, Festivals)/Nightlife & Live Music Venues (Clubs, Bars)

Keywords

• Live improv comedy
• Improv comedy theater
• Corporate team building
• Improv education programs
• Comedy entertainment venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Live Show Ticket Sales: Revenue from ComedySportz matches (all-ages), late-night improv shows (17+), stand-up comedy, special events, and open mic nights. Ticket prices range from $10 (promotional) to $14-$20 depending on show type and time. Regular weekly schedule of shows drives consistent ticket revenue.
2. Corporate Team Building & Training: Wit@Work and Leadership Through Laughter workshops sold to enterprise clients. Customized improv-based corporate training programs. Revenue earned through per-session or per-event pricing. Fortune 500 companies and local businesses are clients. Custom add-on focuses in communication, conflict resolution, problem solving, sales, and leadership.
3. Theater & Venue Rental: The Wit Theater (100-seat table-seated venue) rented out for corporate meetings, birthday parties, holiday parties, speaking events, fundraisers, and private events. Includes A/V, lighting, technical personnel, and catering coordination.
4. Improv Classes & Education Programs: Multi-level adult improv classes (Level 1-4, Rec League) offered five sessions per year (January, March, May, July, September). Seven-week courses priced per enrollment. Youth summer camps, drop-in workshops, and High School League enrollment ($1,000/year per team) also generate revenue.
5. Food & Beverage Concessions: Beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and food sold at the theater. Partnered with LaRocca's Pizza for on-site food. Customers can pre-order food and drinks for their show via online ordering system.
6. Character & Event Talent: Performing improvisers available for corporate events, cocktail hours, parties, and marketing activations. Character actors provide roaming entertainment, character interactions, and customized material for client events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CSz Indianapolis operates The Wit Theater, a 100-seat dedicated live comedy venue in Indianapolis, producing the ComedySportz competitive improv format, stand-up comedy showcases, late-night adult improv shows, and themed special events. The company also delivers Applied Improvisation-based corporate training (Wit@Work team building and Leadership Through Laughter), runs a School of Improv with multi-level adult classes, youth summer camps, and a High School League, and rents its theater and provides character/event talent for private engagements.

Product overview

CSz Indianapolis operates The Wit Theater as a live comedy entertainment venue offering competitive improv performances and stand-up comedy. The core product is ComedySportz, a competitive improv show format where teams compete in improvised games and scenes. Supporting offerings include late-night adults-only improv shows (House Party, Red Curb Comedy, Uncensored & Unscripted), stand-up comedy showcases, and special themed events. The company extends its improv expertise into corporate services including Wit@Work team building workshops and Leadership Through Laughter training programs, plus venue rental for private events. Educational programs span adult improv classes (Levels 1-4 plus Rec League), youth summer camps, and a High School League competitive team program. Additional revenue streams include character/talent services for events, gift certificates, and on-site food/beverage service through LaRocca's Pizza.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ComedySportz: The flagship competitive improvisational comedy show format - team-based improv where two teams compete for laughs and points with audience participation.
• Wit@Work
• School of Improv

Products and services

• ComedySportz Competitive improvisational comedy show where two teams of players compete for laughs and points, making up scenes, games, and songs on the spot based on audience suggestions. A referee keeps the match moving and calls fouls. Performed Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at The Wit Theater for all-ages audiences. The format is licensed from CSz Worldwide.
• Late Night Improv Shows Adults-only (17+) improv shows including House Party (long-form variety), Red Curb Comedy (fast-paced improv from Avon), and Uncensored & Unscripted (bold, irreverent improv). Tickets are $12 in advance and $14 at the door.
• Stand-Up Comedy Stand-up comedy showcases featuring local and touring comedians, including Wit Open Mic Night for emerging talent and headliner shows featuring established performers.
• Special Events Themed comedy shows including Trivia Kaboom! (monthly trivia night), holiday shows like Christmas Carol: Unscripted, and appearances by notable comedians.
• Wit@Work Team Building Non-performance-based improv workshop for businesses. Sessions use small group, partner, and large group exercises in a low-stakes supportive environment to improve communication, teamwork, and engagement. Customized per client and quote-priced.
• Leadership Through Laughter Interactive workshop using fast, fun improv games to build real leadership skills including thinking on your feet, active listening, flexibility, and supporting team ideas. Connects improv concepts like 'Yes, and...' to leadership behaviors.
• Corporate Entertainment Private comedy shows and entertainment for corporate events, holiday parties, and team events. Includes ComedySportz format performances adapted for corporate audiences.
• Theater Rental Rental of The Wit Theater — a 100-seat table-seated theater with full stage lighting, stereo sound, television monitors, A/V integration, and a computerized tech booth. Available for business meetings, birthday parties, holiday parties, speaking events, fundraisers, and corporate retreats. Includes technical personnel and optional catering coordination.
• Character and Event Talent Performing improvisers available as roaming entertainment, character interactions, or mingling inspiration at corporate events, cocktail hours, parties, and marketing activations. Performers can customize material for meetings, dinners, or company parties.
• Private Party Events Group party hosting during ComedySportz matches with discounted group rate tickets at $15 per person for groups of 20 or more. Optional $50 priority seating. Includes coordination for birthdays, anniversaries, and promotions.
• Adult Improv Classes Four-level improv curriculum — Level 1 (Introduction), Level 2 (Intermediate Games and Structure), Level 3 (Dynamic Improv and Rhythm), Level 4 (Advanced Scene Work) — plus Rec League for performance-level players. Seven-week courses held at The Wit Theater, with five class sessions per year (January, March, May, July, September).
• Youth Summer Camps One-week improv summer camps for middle and high school students. Sessions run Monday through Friday from 1pm to 5pm, teaching confidence, commitment, listening skills, and creativity through improv games.
• High School League
• Drop-In Workshops
• Gift Certificates
• ComedySportz: Home Edition (Virtual Show) Virtual/digital version of the ComedySportz improv format, performed via Zoom webinar with performers telecasting separately and audience members providing suggestions from home. One e-ticket per computer login at $10.

Quantifiable outcome

• Team building programs have been delivered to Fortune 500 companies and businesses across every known industry, often repeatedly
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• LaRocca's PizzacoreOthersLaRocca's Pizza is the in-house food partner at The Wit Theater. The partnership provides fresh, made-to-order food (pizza, sandwiches, wings) for theater guests before shows and during events. Orders placed via Toasttab online ordering system or on-site. The partnership keeps food service revenue within the theater ecosystem and enhances the audience experience.
• CSz WorldwidecoreOthersCSz Indianapolis is a licensed branch/franchise of CSz Worldwide, the international ComedySportz organization spanning 25+ cities across the US and Manchester, UK. The franchise grants rights to perform ComedySportz matches, access to training programs, brand standards, and network events. CSz Indianapolis participates in inter-city player visits and national competitions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CSzIndy
• Facebookfacebook.com/indycsz
• Instagraminstagram.com/cszindy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/comedysportz-indianapolis

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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