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The Soccer Show is a comedy variety production blending scripted sketch comedy, high-energy improvisation, and sharp commentary on global soccer culture. Each performance features rotating, unannounced guest appearances from prominent figures within Chicago's soccer and comedy communities, covering topics from eccentric fan traditions and kit culture to international federation politics. The ensemble includes Max Kantor, Annie Scott, Mitch Winkler, Mitch Apse, and Holly Barras, with direction by Ian Mullen and stage management by Tess Abedon. The show was co-created by Kantor and Mullen in response to Chicago being excluded from hosting matches during the summer's international soccer tournament.
Cast and Creative Team for The Soccer Show at The Annoyance Theatre
Cast
Max Kantor
Ensemble
Ian Mullen
Ensemble
Annie Scott
Ensemble
Mitch Winkler
Ensemble
Mitch Apse
Ensemble
Holly Barras
Ensemble
Tess Abedon
Ensemble
Creative Team
Ian Mullen
Director
Max Kantor
Co-Creator
News About The Soccer Show at The Annoyance Theatre
THE SOCCER SHOW to Make World Premiere at The Annoyance Theatre in Chicago
June 23, 2026 Co-creators Max Kantor and Ian Mullen will present THE SOCCER SHOW, a comedy variety production blending sketch, improv, and soccer satire, at Chicago's Annoyance Theatre this summer with rotating guest appearances.About the Theatre
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