BATS Improv presents: Cave Match 8/1/26 - 8/22/26 [SHO]

At BATS Improv, the Cave is heating up! In Cave Match: Battle for the Mainstage, student teams face off against mainstage players in a series of epic improv showdowns. Each week, teams perform a completely improvised story in a format they’ve created themselves — inspired by your suggestions and ranging from film noir to romantic comedy to sci-fi adventure. The audience votes to decide which team wins and moves on to the finale, Maestro: The Improv Championship. Come cheer, laugh, and cast your vote!

Genre: dramedy, competition

Directed by Karen Brelsford & Stephanie Dennison

Teams:

August 1: Bad Book Club vs. William Hall's team

Bad Book Club: Greg Burton, Katie Blank, David Smith, Suzanne Malek, Irena Smith

Company Cast: William Hall, Zoe Galvez, Will Gutzman, Rebecca Stockley

August 8: Improv on Demand vs. Derek Yee's team
Improv on Demand: Will Gutzman, Julian Bernado, Simran Tandon, Anna Mistele

Company Cast: Derek Yee, Jenny Rosen, Ethan Karson, John Remak

August 15: Gastrointestinal Bliss vs. Regina Saisi's team

Gastrointestinal Bliss: Bryce Eller, Sonia Getz, Ryan Shaver, Carolyn McCandlish
Company Cast: Regina Saisi, Jerry Ruoti, Rafe Chase, Laura Wachtel

August 22: Swim Swam Swum vs. Dave Dennison's team

Swim Swam Swum: Sage Simms, Daania Tahir, Emma Goodman, Jared Ursing

Company Cast: Dave Dennison, Stephanie Dennison, Karen Brelsford, Rebecca Poretsky

Save on groups of 6 or more by emailing [email protected] for a discount.

At BATS Improv, one of our core values is respect for our audience. We understand that some people hesitate to sit up front because they’re worried about being "picked on." That’s not our style.

While we may invite audience members to join us on stage, it’s always your choice—and if you do, we’ll treat you with the same respect and playfulness that we bring to the entire show. No embarrassment, no mean-spirited jokes—just a fun, welcoming experience for everyone.

So sit where you like, relax, and enjoy the show!

Accessibility at Fort Mason

Wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking: Fort Mason provides accessible parking spaces and entrances for visitors with disabilities.

Accessible restrooms: ADA-compliant restrooms are available throughout the facility.

If you need specific accommodations or have unique accessibility concerns, please email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to assist.

Please Note: Improv can be unpredictable! While most BATS performances are suitable for teens and some adventurous middle-schoolers, we recommend considering what other entertainment your child enjoys. We provide general show descriptions—like rom-com, comedy, or drama—and will flag any content that may include violence, such as in “Improvised Kung Fu.” Ultimately, we trust parents to use their judgment in deciding what’s appropriate for their child.

Refund Policy: Sorry no refunds for our shows at this time.

Cancellation Policy: An event can only be canceled by the venue and/or event organizer. If the venue or event organizer cancels an event, you will be refunded within 4 business days of the event date for your purchase.

Photography by Ben Krantz

Show poster by Derek Yee