See the UCBW MegaStars every Thursday at 11 PM at the UCB Theatre's CageMatch, and special Saturdays at midnight for Pay Per View events.
"If you think that pro wrestling—with it's soap opera story arcs, fake moves and silly costumes—couldn't be funnier or more ridiculous than it already is, watch it get mocked by these UCBT performers."
—Time Out New York
"The WWE is pretty hilarious on its own, but the UCB Theatre’s wrestling federation, the UCBW, pays such good attention to the details of the genre, it feels less like a satirical mockery and more of a hyper-hilarious homage to the dramatic sport. It’s impossible not to get caught up in their hysteria."
—New York Press
"The price of admission gets you a whole seat, but you only need the edge."
—Flavorpill
"These guys (and girls) pay tribute to the pro-wrestling they love with their hybrid of comedy/wrestling and super-ridiculous ringside commentary - so many talented performers, and an incredibly supportive crowd!"
—Wrestling Legend, Standup Comedian & Bestselling Author Mick Foley
"These top-notch improv comics are really hilarious, and totally respectful. These guys take us fans seriously enough to just let us be little kids again."
—David Shoemaker (The Masked Man), Deadspin & Grantland
To submit a MegaStar application, please e-mail UCBW.info@gmail.com.
Our sister (or brother?) organization, Improv Everywhere, released their latest event, Carousel Horse Race, today, and we were please to provide our microphone flags for the occasion. And yes, that is our very own JB the Bookie taking bets at the gambling station. It’s also nice to see The Captain back to his play-by-play roots.
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UCBW ReVengeance is only 20 days away, live on pay-per-view!*
* show not actually available on pay-per-view, unless someone can teach us how to do that whole streaming thing
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![UCBW CageMatch 6/23/11
LAST NIGHT, in a triple threat match for the UCBW Hardcore Championship, Little Brother stole a pin from Whole Lotta Denim over the Bedbug to create confusion over the status of the Hardcore Championship.
Following the match, Referee Justin D’Ambrosio announced the Hardcore Championship would be decided live on pay-per-view at ReVengeance in a TLK (Tables, Ladders & Koozies) match! The belt will be hung high above the ring, and whoever climbs the stepladder to grab the belt will be the undisputed Hardcore Champion!
Who is the rightful champion? Find out LIVE on pay-per-view at ReVengeance on July 16th at midnight at the UCBW Arena. Tickets on sale now! Only 14,000 seats available!
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UCBW CageMatch 6/23/11
LAST NIGHT, in a triple threat match for the UCBW Hardcore Championship, Little Brother stole a pin from Whole Lotta Denim over the Bedbug to create confusion over the status of the Hardcore Championship.
Following the match, Referee Justin D’Ambrosio announced the Hardcore Championship would be decided live on pay-per-view at ReVengeance in a TLK (Tables, Ladders & Koozies) match! The belt will be hung high above the ring, and whoever climbs the stepladder to grab the belt will be the undisputed Hardcore Champion!
Who is the rightful champion? Find out LIVE on pay-per-view at ReVengeance on July 16th at midnight at the UCBW Arena. Tickets on sale now! Only 14,000 seats available!
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![We have a new Women’s Champion!
Despite Wall $treet inserting himself as the special guest referee for the matchup, Lady Liberty pinned The Jewish American Princess (with a little help from the Ghostbusters) to win the UCBW Women’s Championship.
Uncle Eddie & Chugger Deets called all the action.
The JAP had held the title for the last 15 months, and most of the last two years!
UCBW CageMatch 6/16/11
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We have a new Women’s Champion!
Despite Wall $treet inserting himself as the special guest referee for the matchup, Lady Liberty pinned The Jewish American Princess (with a little help from the Ghostbusters) to win the UCBW Women’s Championship.
Uncle Eddie & Chugger Deets called all the action.
The JAP had held the title for the last 15 months, and most of the last two years!
UCBW CageMatch 6/16/11
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![Could it be? YES, that IS The Bedbug with Whole Lotta Denim’s stolen UCBW Hardcore Championship.
Oh, and he’s also eating a bloody tampon.
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Could it be? YES, that IS The Bedbug with Whole Lotta Denim’s stolen UCBW Hardcore Championship.
Oh, and he’s also eating a bloody tampon.
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A loving tribute from our fantastic official referee. Don’t miss this week’s episode of CageMatch to catch Robot Riley as you’ve never seen him before!
I’d like to say some things about Cage Match.
Two years ago, my Improv 101 class took place on Thursdays from 7 to 10. It took only a couple of weeks for me to become obsessed with Cage Match. Walking straight to UCB after class became an essential ritual.
It is consistently the improv show at UCB that I see the most fun being had by not just the audience, but the performers. I love that energy. I love the wrestling portion of the show. I used to go crazy in my seat when Uncle Eddie or Wall $treet would come out and rant. I felt like I was part of the UCBW universe when all I was really doing was acting like a lunatic in the front row. It means a lot to me that over time they chose to embrace my enthusiasm.
And then to be brought in as the referee was a huge honor. It still is! I love putting on the jersey and thinking about how just two years ago I wanted so badly to be a part of this show.
And now tomorrow, I meet another Cage Match milestone. My indie team Boy Butter is competing in the improv division. We will be facing off against the cabal of improv guru/juggernauts The Curfew. The outcome doesn’t mean much to me. I know what we’re up against. But God damn it, this will be fun. And I want you to be there. Tickets are still available!
Here’s a SNEAK PEEK of one of tonight’s brand new MegaStars: Lil’ Bo Reap!
Here’s a message from Bo herself:
You ‘tink I don’t have a hankerin that a Gleek’s been sniffin around, feckin’ around with me sheeps? I hear Bloody awful crooning and then one of me sheeps is gutted hanging from a tree?
ALL I’M SAYIN IS I’M OUT FOR BLOOD. BECAUSE I’M LITTLE BO. AND YOU REAP WHAT YOU SEWWWWWWWW!
LAST NIGHT, we set a WORLD INDOOR ATTENDANCE RECORD of 167,000 comedy wrestling fans who packed the UCBW Arena! It was a night of shocking conclusions, surprises, and emotional farewells. Here are the exciting results:
- In the first matchup of the evening, The Jewish American Princess successfully retained her Women’s Championship against Lady Liberty after Wall $treet delivered the Market Crash to the challenger. This proved to be integral for later in the card.
- Panda (along with Dr. Fujimora), not seen since the fall, was victorious against newcomer Father Nelson (along with his Altar Boy) in a match that included holy water, serious (not silly) string, a Super Glove, and lots of humping. Father Nelson was impressive in defeat, and comedy wrestling fans are wondering what’s next for the worshiping duo.
- In what might be considered a shocking upset, the new partnership of Beach Cop & The Fire Man defeated The Brooks Brothers in a relatively brief match, ending Drake & Prescott’s nearly year-long impressive reign as Tag Team Champions. As the boys from Martha’s Vineyard lamented their loss and took out their frustrations on the crowd, “The Manly Man” Randy Manly appeared to save the fans from their misery, and tossed out the former champs, seemingly forever! Will we ever hear from The Brooks Brothers again? Only one thing’s for sure: “Oooooooooh, yes indeed!”
- In a highly anticipated matchup, CakeFace overcame the odds of an army of bedbugs to defeat The Bedbug in a thrilling encounter. As the inaugural Hardcore Champion, and a former UCBW Champion, one must wonder if gold is in CakeFace’s sights for the near future.
- In an emotionally charged battle, Wall $treet successfully defended the UCBW Championship against The King of Hearts. Due to the shenanigans of the night’s opening contest, Referee Robot Riley banned The JAP from ringside before the match began. Without her at ringside, The King seemed to have Wall $treet’s number, and was primed to win the UCBW Championship. But after Riley was knocked out from an accidental chairshot, there was no referee to count the pin. Thankfully another masked man wearing the zebra stripes ran to the ring, but only counted to two, grabbed the steel chair, and attacked King of Hearts. He removed the mask, popped his pink collar, and revealed himself to be Little Brother, not seen since he lost the UCBW Championship nearly a year ago. Wall $treet was able to then revive Robot Riley, win the match, and shockingly retain his title. Who is next in line for Wall $treet’s belt, and will King of Hearts be looking for ReVengeance?
- In perhaps the most anticipated match in UCBW history, Whole Lotta Denim pinned Marz in his final match while Mr. Olympia was knocked out in the ring to retain the Hardcore Championship. In a match that included a cameo appearance from Papa John himself, Whole Lotta Denim reversed Marz’s signature maneuver, the Final Orbit, into a small package to pick up a quick three-count out of nowhere. Marz sat in the ring with his arms resting on his knees, in awe of what had just occurred. After the match, the entire UCBW stable entered the ring, let bygones be bygones, and wished Marz adieu as he delivered his farewell speech. Marz then passed Lady Liberty’s symbolic torch to the victor, Whole Lotta Denim.
WHAT A NIGHT. Photos to come!
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The Final Orbit. I have to say Marz is one of the BIGGEST reasons the UCBW is where it is today. Face or Heel, this character has always amazed the audience and other wrestlers. That is just the character of the Black Planet, when it comes to Lemar, you are talking about 100000% commitment and love for the game. Pound for Pound the best Improv comedy wrestlers ever to hit the UCBW Arena.
if you are in NYC see this UCBW Milestone.
-PKK
