Black ASSSSCAT!: DCM '26 (2026)
Cast: Amber Ruffin, X Mayo, Jacquis Neal, Mike Poole, Sydney Duncan
Did you know? The Del Close Marathon, for which this special all-Black ASSSSCAT performance was filmed, is named after the legendary improv guru who co-created the Harold and taught many of the founding cast members of *Saturday Night Live*.
Why Watch: This all-Black edition of UCB’s legendary ASSSSCAT is a masterclass in fearless, lightning-fast comedy, proving why live improv remains the most electric form of performance. Watch as a powerhouse ensemble of film and TV stars transforms a single audience suggestion into a cascade of wildly inventive, laugh-out-loud scenes that feel both spontaneous and effortlessly brilliant. For anyone craving pure, unscripted joy and top-tier comedic talent, DCM '26’s Black ASSSSCAT is an absolute must-stream.
ASSSSCAT, the legendary improv show that made UCB a household name and consistently packs houses with rave reviews, takes an exciting new turn at DCM ’26. For the first time, this globally celebrated, long-running performance features an all-Black ensemble. Watch as top improv comedians from film and television join a surprise guest monologist on stage. Kicking off with a live audience suggestion, the monologist delivers unfiltered thoughts, real emotions, and true personal tales. From there, the cast transforms that raw material into a whirlwind of scenes—the very creative alchemy that turned ASSSSCAT into an icon. Recorded live at the 2026 Del Close Marathon.