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SECOND CITY

230 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Lights, Camera, Distraction!
12/7 - 12/28/2025


Lights, Camera, Distraction! is an hour-long sketch show that playfully spoofs and satirizes iconic moments in cinema history. Written and directed by Chris Kivlahan, the ...



The Second City New York Expands Holiday Programming With Multiple Improv Productions


by A.A. Cristi - December 02, 2025

The Second City New York will present a full slate of holiday-themed improv shows throughout December. The lineup will include family programming, evening performances, and new additions to the company’s seasonal schedule....

THE MOUNTAIN DIGBY Rises Again For A Staged Reading At The Elysian Theater This December


by Gillian Blum - November 16, 2025

The Mountain Digby, a new, dark, macabre musical, will rise again for a staged reading at The Elysian Theater's Skunk Room on Sunday, December 7 at 2 p.m....

The Second City Partners With Funny Girls To Expand Leadership Training For Young Students


by A.A. Cristi - November 13, 2025

Funny Girls, the social-emotional leadership program for girls in grades 3–8, is partnering with The Second City to expand its improv-based curriculum nationwide....

The Second City to Debut Audio Series THIS MIGHT GET AWKWARD


by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 10, 2025

Legendary comedy institution The Second City has launched their limited podcast series, featuring comedian Allison Reese and social scientist and host of “The Psychology Podcast'....

THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS Will Play Second City’s Judy’s Beat Lounge In November


by A.A. Cristi - October 22, 2025

Thanksgiving Leftovers, a new sketch comedy revue from Don’t Quit Productions, will play a three-week engagement at Judy’s Beat Lounge at The Second City on November 6, 13, and 20 at 8:30 p.m....

Interview: Rich Alfonso of SECOND CITY'S 65TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW at Southern Theatre


by Paul Batterson - August 24, 2025

Before he takes the stage as a part of the Second City’s 65th Anniversary Show Sept. 4 at the Southern Theatre (21 East Main Street in downtown Columbus), Rich Alfonso will go through the same ritual he always does as he prepares to perform....

City New York to Present The Bentwood Open, An Improv Tournament


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 14, 2025

Join The Second City New York for the inaugural year of The Bentwood Open, The Second City New York's improv tournament where 48 teams shall compete to win the cash prize of $1,959 and all the glory....

CAPA to Present The Second City 65th Anniversary Show At Southern Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

CAPA will present The Second City live on the Southern Theatre stage. The Second City is celebrating 65 years of legendary laughs! Showcasing some of the audience's favorite songs, sketches, and characters. Learn more!...

The Second City Workers Reach a Deal and Avoid Strike


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025

Actors’ Equity Association has revealed that workers at The Second City have reached a tentative agreement with employers, avoiding the need for a strike in Chicago as authorized last week. Learn more!...

Cast Set for The Second City e.t.c.'s 49th Revue, Celebrating 65 Years


by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025

The Second City has revealed the cast and crew of The Second City e.t.c.’s 49th Revue. Second City Mainstage and e.t.c. alum Anthony LeBlanc will direct this production. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....

Past Shows

Thanksgiving Leftovers
Thanksgiving Leftovers
11/6 - 11/20/2025


Thanksgiving Leftovers is a sketch comedy show that celebrates the beautiful mess of life’s sloppy seconds. Each week, Thanksgiving Leftovers serves up sketches about the ...

World Comedy Expo
World Comedy Expo
3/25 - 3/27/2022


The World Comedy Expo brings sketch, improv, and stand-up comedy artists from across the United States and around the world to Chicago audiences March 25 ...

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Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical at the Beverly Arts Center in Chicago Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical at the Beverly Arts Center
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Desert Rock in Chicago Desert Rock
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