TRIGGER, BLACK FRIDAY, 13 CLOCKS and More Set for The Revival This November
By: BWW News Desk Oct. 24, 2016
The Revival, a new comedy theater in Hyde Park, announces its lineup of shows and events playing in November 2016. Inspired by the legacy of the Compass Players, The Revival brings improvisational comedy back to the same corner where it was invented in 1955!
Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.the-revival.com. The Revival is located at 1160 E. 55th St. in Hyde Park.
Friday, November 4th
7:30pm
Off Off Campus
University of Chicago's Student Improv Troupe
Founded in 1986 by Second City co-Founder Bernie Sahlins, Off Off Campus is the nation's second oldest student improv troupe. Join the 30th Generation of performers from the University of Chicago for an evening of sketch and improv comedy.
Tickets: Available at the door.
10:00pm
Word Play
Comedy, Music and Consciousness Hosted by Leon Rogers
Word Play - a Dave Jeff Joint - is the sound of real hip hop mixed with the hottest new stand ups from across the country and topped with the consciousness of the best spoken word artists on the planet. Word Play harnesses the power of words from different aspects of our culture to incite laughter, cheers and tears. Curated by cultural architect Dave Jeff of PHLI; Hosted by comedian, actor and on-air personality Leon Rogers; and Featuring Guest DJs and Artists for a PHLI game of words!
Tickets: $15 or $10 with Student ID
Saturday, November 5th
8:00pm
Trigger
Hilarious Sketch Comedy Revue
TRIGGER is an exploration of chain reactions. How do past events impact our lives in 2016? What price will others pay for the choices we make today? Sometimes the trigger needs to be pulled...even if we don't know where the bullet will land. From flawed presidential nominees to kids on the south side with hoop dreams, TRIGGER is a hilarious and irreverent sketch comedy revue.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
10:00pm
Open Mic
All genres of performance are welcome. Signup begins at 9:15pm.
All genres of performance (jazz, opera, spoken word/poetry, instruments, comedy) are welcome. Enjoy must-see performances in a comfortable environment. Singers/vocalists can bring tracks. Signup begins at 9:15pm. Hosted by Ben Noble and Adrienne Brandyburg.
Tickets: $5
Friday, November 11th
7:30pm
Off Off Campus
University of Chicago's Student Improv Troupe
Founded in 1986 by Second City co-Founder Bernie Sahlins, Off Off Campus is the nation's second oldest student improv troupe. Join the 30th Generation of performers from the University of Chicago for an evening of sketch and improv comedy.
Tickets: Available at the door.
9:30pm
Black Friday
MLK's of Comedy Present Stand Up with a Revolutionary Fist in the Air!
The Martin Luther Kings of Comedy are back! This unique Chicago based stand-up collective brings you a comedy-variety show from voices that don't get a chance to shine. Stand up, skits, music, spoken word! You never know what you'll see. Come laugh and dance with a revolutionary fist in the air at Black Friday! The MLKs of Comedy are: Jayson Acevedo, Jarrell Scott Barnes, Joel Boyd, James Fisher, Denny Love, Ty Riggs, Mike Robinson & DJ CookUp Cam.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
Saturday, November 12th
8:00pm
The Revival Hour
Improv and Sketch Comedy
The Revival Hour is a hilarious evening of sketch & improv comedy, solo performance and music from a diverse range of artists from across Chicago's South Side and beyond. This week's performance includes Terrence Carey, Aadam Keeley, Shannon Noll, Molly Ruthenberg, Wanjiku Kairu and Sam Taylor.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
9:30pm
Nerd Alert
A comedy game show that gets a little nerdy
Nerd Alert is a comedy game show hosted by Chicago favorite - Jonathan Giles. Watch comedians and educators compete in the ultimate showdown of wit versus wisdom.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
Thursday, November 17th
6:00pm
13 Clocks by James Thurber
A Staged Reading for Children
Join us for a staged reading of this literary classic that's appropriate for kids of all ages!
Tickets: $5 Adults/$3 Children
Friday, November 18th
7:30pm
Off Off Campus
University of Chicago's Student Improv Troupe
Founded in 1986 by Second City co-Founder Bernie Sahlins, Off Off Campus is the nation's second oldest student improv troupe. Join the 30th Generation of performers from the University of Chicago for an evening of sketch and improv comedy.
Tickets: Available at the door.
9:30pm
The Hutchins Plan
Longform Improv Hosted by Prof. Randal Picker
The Hutchins Plan is named for early twentieth century University of Chicago President RoBert Maynard Hutchins. Featuring "Special Guests" from across the College, the performance begins with an extemporaneous monologue which inspires a series of interconnected scenes. Join host Prof. Randal Picker and The Hutchins Plan Ensemble for an evening of classic long-form improvisation.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
Saturday, November 19th
8:00pm
PHYS
Physical Comedy at Its Best.
PHYS is physical comedy at its best, presenting the weirdest and most wonderful acts on Planet Earth. Hilarious and mesmerizing, PHYS takes audiences deep into the imaginations of Chicago's most creative physical comedians and artists. A headliner and two opening acts fill this most unique hour of comedy.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
9:30pm
Faded
T. Murph presents a hilarious stand up comedy showcase
T. Murph (Chicago Fire, Key & Peele, TBS Just for Laughs) presents a hilarious showcase of the city's best up and coming stand up comics.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
Friday, November 25th & Saturday, November 26th
Closed for Thanksgiving
The Revival is a new comedy venue in Hyde Park dedicated to reflecting the diversity of Chicago's South Side on stage. Inspired by the legacy of the Compass Players, The Revival brings improvisational comedy back to the very spot where it was born on the northeast corner of 55th Street and University Avenue. This 150-seat, cabaret-style theater features a diverse range of programming including sketch comedy, improv, standup, music and more.
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