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ANNOYANCE THEATRE

851 W. Belmont Ave, Floor 2
Chicago, IL 60657


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Esho Rasho's Solo Play DUMMY IN DIASPORA to Play Den Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024

Dummy in Diaspora is set to Play the Den Theatre in Chicago. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets. ...

Cast Set for TINY FASCISTS: A BOY SCOUT MUSICAL at Annoyance Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024

Discover the Annoyance Theatre's revival of the classic musical, TINY FASCISTS: A BOY SCOUT MUSICAL. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....

The Second City Has Announced The Recipients Of The Second Annual Victor Wong Fellowship For AAPI Voices In Comedy 


by A.A. Cristi - February 27, 2024

The Second City has announced the Victor Wong Fellowship for AAPI voices in comedy, training and mentoring up-and-coming Asian American and Pacific Islander comedic talent. Meet the 2024 Victor Wong Fellows....

Goodman, Chicago Shakespeare, and More Receive 2023 Heartstrings Awards, Honoring Meaningful Chicago Theatre


by Stephi Wild - December 28, 2023

The Heartstrings Awards serve to acknowledge the most meaningful performances and productions of the year in Chicago. They are bestowed by Life and Times, under the direction of chief theatre critic Rikki Lee Travolta. Learn more about this year's winners here!...

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


by BWW Awards - December 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

John Hill, Alex Moffat, Banana's Podcast & Ed Bassmaster to Appear At The Den Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 20, 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as John Hill, Alex Moffat, Banana's Podcast, and Ed Bassmaster take the stage at The Den Theatre in Chicago. Don't miss this limited engagement performance packed with hilarious jokes and side-splitting comedy skits....

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Illinois Shakespeare Festival & More Lead!


by BWW Awards - December 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Circa Pintig & More Lead!


by BWW Awards - December 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards December 5th Standings; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!


by BWW Awards - December 05, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER Leads Best Play!


by BWW Awards - November 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

Past Shows

Oy! A Holiday Show for Everyone
Oy! A Holiday Show for Everyone
11/25 - 12/30/2023


Sketch Comedy   What even is Hanukkah? And how the hell do you spell it?? Enjoy scenes, songs and improv from our all-Jewish cast and ...

Spider-Ben: A Spider-Man Parody


"With great chowder comes great responsibility.”...

Spider-Ben: A Spider-Man Parody


"With great chowder comes great responsibility.”...

A Comedy of Disasters
A Comedy of Disasters
3/17 - 5/5/2023


When Senator Reed overhears his wife reading to her mistress he assumes she is going to kill him. Then to make matters worse Reed’s mistress ...

Messing with John Lehr


One night only! Come see Susan Messing and John Lehr perform their two person comedy act!...

Annoyance Christmas Pageant
Annoyance Christmas Pageant
12/3 - 12/18/2011


In keeping with tradition, The Annoyance is pleased to present its annual Christmas Pageant featuring a retelling of two classic holiday stories: “A Charlie Brown ...

Videos


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The Second City Mainstage's 112th Revue in Chicago The Second City Mainstage's 112th Revue
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Music of the Baroque: Heaven & Earth in Chicago Music of the Baroque: Heaven & Earth
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Buffalo Theatre Ensemble: Into the Earth With You in Chicago Buffalo Theatre Ensemble: Into the Earth With You
McAninch Arts Center (5/2 - 6/1)
Baby in Chicago Baby
Citadel Theatre (4/19 - 5/19)
Late Nite Catechism in Chicago Late Nite Catechism
Greenhouse Theater Center (7/15 - 5/25)
Last Stop on Market Street in Chicago Last Stop on Market Street
Greenhouse Theater Center (5/11 - 6/2)
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