Lee University’s improvisation comedy group, Shenanigans, will perform its first three shows of the semester on Friday, Oct. 4, at 9 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 5, at 8 and 10 p.m. All shows will take place in Rose Lecture Hall, located in Lee’s Helen Devos College of Education.  

“We have so many new faces on the team that we can’t wait to show off on stage,” said Smith Langstaff, Shenanigans team coach. “Our improvisors are more than willing to change the status quo as well as grow in their differences. These silly, hardworking, outstanding individuals form a family of fun ready to make the audience smile, laugh, cry, and a bit of everything in between!” 

In past semesters, the group’s performances have drawn hundreds of audience attendees. While the improvised skits almost always contain comic elements, the stories often include drama and intrigue as well.  

This year’s members include Dursun Asik, Luke Dobert, Anah Fickett, Cole Henry, Langstaff, Sarah Lee, Nolan Mann, Isabella Morgan, Jude Smith, David Steinmetz, and Tanner Welch.  

“Our Shenanigans are hidden jewels here at Lee,” said Dr. Kevin Nordby, Shenanigan’s faculty sponsor and assistant professor of religion, culture, and philosophy. “Come relax, laugh, and build community with us!” 

Shenanigans started in 2007 as Lee’s first improv team. Skits are unscripted, featuring a set of various games that encourage the creativity of both actors and audience. A moderator may force team members to change the last spoken word on a whim, incorporate surprise quotes into their dialogue, or just radically change the scene, all in the interest of discovering new possibilities in even the simplest of scenes.  

This family-friendly show, open to the public, is expected to last an hour and a half. Tickets are $1 and are available for purchase at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before each show.  

For more information, contact Langstaff at  or visit Shenanigans Improv on Instagram @leeshenanigans.