MadLab

MadLab MadLab provides an artistic haven for the creation and experience of original works. Come see what And now we’re closer to downtown than ever.

MadLab Theatre and Gallery is a non-profit organization that provides an artistic haven for the creation and experience of original works. It is a laboratory where individuals and ensembles are free to experiment without censor. Each year we produce seven to eight full-length original productions including “Theatre Roulette,” the longest-running annual shorts festival in Columbus. In addition, MadLab serves emerging artists by providing an affordable, quality venue to
small arts organizations. MadLab has been called a "Generation X-troupe with ambition and taboo-shattering imagination" (The Columbus Dispatch). Our work has been cited for an "amazing display of theatrical creativity" (The Other Paper) and has been nominated four times for the Greater Columbus Arts Council's Artistic Excellence award. With the purchase of our facility at 227 North 3rd street, we’ve solidified our position as an affordable and accessible venue for the most exciting and daring artists Central Ohio has to offer. Join the experiment and become a member today!

Opening October 15 and running Fridays & Saturdays through October 31!
09/14/2026

Opening October 15 and running Fridays & Saturdays through October 31!

NYC’s Arman Shah will be in Columbus for the Comedy Festival in 2 weeks! Don’t miss his set at the Happy Hour Showcase a...
08/27/2026

NYC’s Arman Shah will be in Columbus for the Comedy Festival in 2 weeks! Don’t miss his set at the Happy Hour Showcase at MadLab - Presented by Thunderwing Brewing!! — which is 60% sold out!

Details & Tickets: https://columbuscomedyfest.com/portfolio/arman-shah/

Don't miss hometown headliner Henry Allen during this year's Columbus Comedy Festival! Tickets available online and at t...
08/27/2026

Don't miss hometown headliner Henry Allen during this year's Columbus Comedy Festival! Tickets available online and at the door!

Tag a friend in the comments, and we'll see you there on Thursday night!

08/24/2026

Blank Slate School of Improv Level 1 at MadLab starts Saturday, Sept. 5 for five weeks. Go to MadLab.net/educatiion for more information. Spots are limited so sign-up soon. Start your improv journey Sept. 5th!

It’s hard to believe, but fall is right around the corner—and it’s time to get BACK TO PLAY.MadLab’s fall classes are fo...
08/11/2026

It’s hard to believe, but fall is right around the corner—and it’s time to get BACK TO PLAY.

MadLab’s fall classes are for actors, improvisers, performers, curious beginners, and anyone ready to become more present, creative, connected, and confident.

Blank Slate Level 1 • Sept 5–Oct 3; David Razowsky • Oct 17–18: Clown Confidence • Oct 24, 31 + Nov 7; $20 Drop-In Labs • November + December

No grades. No homework. Just opportunities to explore, take risks, build new skills, meet creative people—and play.

See class details and register at madlab.net/education.html

Your Instructor: Mike Weaver For over 20 years, Mike has been a student, performer, and teacher in improv theater around central Ohio. He’s had the privilege of taking classes from the likes of...

Got Tix?The final performance of the Young Writers Short Play Festival 2026 is tonight, Saturday, August 1 at 8pm. Tick...
08/01/2026

Got Tix?

The final performance of the Young Writers Short Play Festival 2026 is tonight, Saturday, August 1 at 8pm. Tickets are available at MadLab.net.

Eight playwrights. Eight stories. One unforgettable festival.

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07/30/2026

Ever wonder what the Young Writers Short Play Program means to the writers? Take a look at this short video and see for yourself. Then come out and support these young playwrights as the Young Writers Short Play Festival 2026 returns Thursday, July 30 and runs through August 1. All performances are at 8pm.

Eight playwrights. Eight stories. One unforgettable festival.

Tickets are available at MadLab.net.
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