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The UCB Show

The UCB Show

Description: A weekly showcase for the best sketch, characters and stand-up talent at UCB Theatres in LA and NYC.
Genre: Comedy
Year Released: 2015
Number of seasons: 2
Number of episodes: 16
First episode air date: December 3, 2015
Genre: Sketch comedy
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