The Revival Announces April Programming

The Revival, Hyde Park's comedy theater, announces its lineup of shows and events playing in April 2017. 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.

Saturday, April 1st (April Fool's Day)

7:30pm

The Last Circus

Hilarious Sketch Comedy Revue

Step right up! Step right up! The Revival presents THE LAST CIRCUS. Join us under the big top for a sketch comedy revue that doesn't avoid the elephant in the room. We'll dazzle you with acts in all three rings: politics, pop culture and current events. Marvel at the wonder! Behold the beauty! Enjoy the spectacle! But, be careful. You might find yourself joining in on the fun!

Tickets: $15 or $5 with Student ID

9:30pm

Open Mic

All genres of performance are welcome. Signup begins at 9:15pm.

All genres of performance are welcome (jazz, opera, spoken word/poetry, instruments & comedy). Enjoy must-see performances in a comfortable environment. Singers/vocalists can bring tracks (Originals Only). Signup begins at 9:15pm. Hosted by Ben Noble and Adrienne Brandyburg.

Tickets: $5 (free for performers)

Friday, April 7th

7:30pm

Not Quite

Solo performance by Ada Cheng

In this solo performance, Ada Cheng uses "not quite" to connect three main themes: meanings of home, the fractured nature of Asian American identity, and intersectional identities. Ada intends this show to be an intervention and a challenge to current politics and to connect communities with shared as well as different experiences.

Tickets: $10 ($5 with Student ID)

10:00pm

Word Play

Stand-Up 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 acclaimed personality Leon Rogers (WGCI); and featuring Guest DJs and Artists for a PHLI game of words!

Tickets: $15 or $10 with Student ID

Saturday, April 8th

7:30pm

The Last Circus

Hilarious Sketch Comedy Revue

Step right up! Step right up! The Revival presents THE LAST CIRCUS. Join us under the big top for a sketch comedy revue that doesn't avoid the elephant in the room. We'll dazzle you with acts in all three rings: politics, pop culture and current events. Marvel at the wonder! Behold the beauty! Enjoy the spectacle! But, be careful. You might find yourself joining in on the fun!

Tickets: $15 or $5 with Student ID

9:30pm

Stand Up After Dark

Comedy, music and more!

Stand Up After Dark is an evening of comedy, music and more featuring comedians from the University of Chicago and beyond!

Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID

Friday, April 14th

7:30pm

Not Quite

Solo performance by Ada Cheng

In this solo performance, Ada Cheng uses "not quite" to connect three main themes: meanings of home, the fractured nature of Asian American identity, and intersectional identities. Ada intends this show to be an intervention and a challenge to current politics and to connect communities with shared as well as different experiences.

Tickets: $10 ($5 with Student ID)

9:30pm

SPACE

Queer Variety Show

SPACE is a queer variety show hosted by stand up comedians Carly Ballerini and Shannon Noll. Featuring the best performers in Chicago who happen to be LGBTQIA identified. The performance is rooted in stand up, with featured acts including dance, music, drag, storytelling, and more! Space seeks to create a place for performers and audience alike to celebrate their identity and art. This month, check out Cody Melcher (Stand Up), Melody Kamali (Stand Up), Peter Kim (Stand Up), Erin diamond (Storytelling) and Kimothy (Drag).

Tickets: $10 ($5 with Student ID)

Saturday, April 15th

7:30pm

The Last Circus

Hilarious Sketch Comedy Revue

Step right up! Step right up! The Revival presents THE LAST CIRCUS. Join us under the big top for a sketch comedy revue that doesn't avoid the elephant in the room. We'll dazzle you with acts in all three rings: politics, pop culture and current events. Marvel at the wonder! Behold the beauty! Enjoy the spectacle! But, be careful. You might find yourself joining in on the fun!

Tickets: $15 or $5 with Student ID

9:30pm

Hilarity for Charity

Support Seth Rogan's Alzheimer's Charity and Kick Alz in the Ballz!

Join us for a hilarious evening of comedic performances hosted by the University of Chicago's Off Off Campus and Occam's Razor. Proceeds from the performance directly support Seth Rogan's Hilarity for Charity which inspires change and raises awareness of Alzheimer's disease. Together we can "Kick Alz in the Ballz!"

Tickets: $5

Friday, April 21st

7:30pm

Off Off Campus

UChicago's Student Improv Troupe

Tickets: $5 (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 show from voices that rarely get a chance to shine. Stand up, sketch, music, spoken word! You never know what you'll see. Come laugh with a revolutionary fist in the air at Black Friday! The MLKs of Comedy are: Jayson Acevedo, Jarrell Scott Barnes, Joel Boyd, Aaron Branch, Denny Love, Ty Riggs, & Mike Robinson.

Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID

Saturday, April 22nd

7:30pm

The Last Circus

Hilarious Sketch Comedy Revue

Step right up! Step right up! The Revival presents THE LAST CIRCUS. Join us under the big top for a sketch comedy revue that doesn't avoid the elephant in the room. We'll dazzle you with acts in all three rings: politics, pop culture and current events. Marvel at the wonder! Behold the beauty! Enjoy the spectacle! But, be careful. You might find yourself joining in on the fun!

Tickets: $15 or $5 with Student ID

9:30pm

The Queendom

Poetry, music and comedy

The Revival presents The Queendom - an evening of poetry, music and comedy from Chicago's best female performers. Hosted by KNGRN and comedian 6'7" and featuring one of the most respected lyricists in the City of Chicago, K-Love.

Tickets: $10 ($5 with Student ID)

Friday, April 28th

7:30pm

Off Off Campus

UChicago's Student Improv Troupe

Tickets: $5 (available at the door)

9:30pm

2 Queens/1 Mic

Brandi Denise and Kellye Howard present Stand-Up and Sketch Comedy

Brandi Denise and Kellye Howard present a showcase of Chicago's best stand-up comedians interspersed with hilarious comedy sketches. Not to be missed!

Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID

Saturday, April 29th

7:30pm

The Last Circus

Hilarious Sketch Comedy Revue

Step right up! Step right up! The Revival presents THE LAST CIRCUS. Join us under the big top for a sketch comedy revue that doesn't avoid the elephant in the room. We'll dazzle you with acts in all three rings: politics, pop culture and current events. Marvel at the wonder! Behold the beauty! Enjoy the spectacle! But, be careful. You might find yourself joining in on the fun!

Tickets: $15 or $5 with Student ID

9:30pm

The Kates

Hilarious All Female Comedy Showcase

The Kates is an all female showcase that provides an intimate night of comedy different from anything you'll see at a typical Chicago club. The Kates' mission is to present talented and hilarious female identified performers by creating inclusive and positive environments; which encourages artists to express their comic point of view in unique and non-apologetic ways - proving that women are equal in the eyes of comedy.

Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID

About The Revival

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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