Beer, Corned Beef & Blarney: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day @ The Second City Chicago!

Get your Irish up and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day @ The Second City Chicago on Wednesday, March 17th! In honor of this sacred Chicago Holiday, tickets are only $17 for “Taming of the O’Flu” on the Mainstage or “Rush O’Limbaugh! The Musical” on the e.t.c.

Enjoy drink specials on Pitchers of Green Beer, Guinness, Irish Coffee, Jamison and Corned Beef Sandwiches.

Grab a cab, take the train (Brown Line: Sedgwick) or hop on the bus (#22, #36, #151, #156).

To book your tickets, visit our box office at secondcity.com.

The Second City Loco Opens in Miami

The Second City Loco presents "El Show Mas Funny" at The Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami on Thursday, March 11, with performances running through Sunday, March 28. Created for the company's Miami debut, the newest show from Chicago's acclaimed Second City mines comedic gold from the clash of cultures at the heart of all great American cities. Oh, and the show’s in Spanglish, in the tradition of "Que Pasa USA.

To book your tickets and for more information, visit The Adrienne Arsht website.

The Second City Toronto Thanks Everyone Who Participated in Second Harvest’s Lunch Money Day

On February 25th 2010, The Second City teamed up with Second Harvest for Lunch Money day. Second City staff, students and performers filled Dundas and St. Andrews station during the morning and evening rush, chatting with commuters and collecting donations. We are pleased to announce that Second Harvest raised $43,271.52 which is over $4000 more than last year!

Thanks to everyone who volunteered and donated!

For more information on Second Harvest and how you can donate, check out their website at www.secondharvest.ca

Take the full IFA program in one term this summer!

Students who are interested in taking the Improv for Actors (IFA) program can take the full program in one term this summer. Improv for Actors is a condensed version of our popular Improvisation program designed specifically for students who have completed a degree program in Theatre. Completion of the IFA program also fulfills eligibility requirements to audition for the Conservatory and Music Improv programs.

The Summer Full IFA will meet twice weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays during Term 4 2010, running from June 28 through August 18. The Full IFA course costs $495. Students must be approved to enroll in IFA, so any interested students can send their theater resume to Audrey Flegel at aflegel@secondcity.com. To register, call the Chicago Training Center at 312-664-3959. For more information, visit our website at www.secondcity.com/tc.

Get Outta Town! Check out The Second City Touring Company in Aurora, IL

Make it a night and get outta town! Check out The Second City Touring Company's 50th Anniversary Tour at the Paramount Theater in Aurora, IL on Saturday, March 27, at 8:00pm. Tickets are only $25 for the show and overnight packages are available at the Baymont Inn & Suites including dinner at Walter Peyton's Roundhouse. For more information on the show, visit www.paramountarts.com to book your tickets today!

Toronto Parents – Let The Second City Entertain Your Family This March Break

If you are looking for something to do with your children in Toronto this March Break, join us for the return of Big Bad Wolf Vs. Lord Underwearface Von Schtinker! Back by popular demand, this hilarious musical romp takes a new look at a children’s classic. This interactive show is sure to dazzle children and the sly jokes will keep the parents chuckling too!

Come see what all the fuss is about!

Show Dates: Tues Mar 16th to Sat Mar 20th at NOON at our Toronto theatre.
Tickets are $12 each or $40 for a Family 4 Pack!

To purchase tickets go to secondcity.com or contact our box office at 416-343-0011.

Second City Itineraries

Morale Boosting Staff Party
Recommendation: Parties of 15+

Your staff has been working hard and they deserve a break. Don’t bore them with a stuffy dinner – get out, eat up and have fun!

5:30p: Cocktails & appetizers @ Club 33 (1419 N Wells) – Enjoy an Old-fashioned Sidecar and Bacon Popcorn to get the night started.

6:30p: Fireplace Inn (1448 N. Wells) Take your group for a quick trek down Wells St. for mouth-watering BBQ Baby Back Ribs and enjoy a nice relaxed dinner on their all-season patio.

8:00p: Check out the hilarious new show “Taming of the Flu” on The Second City Mainstage (The Second City Theater – 1616 N. Wells)

We can help you with your reservations! To book your dinner and show reservations, contact Anna Feneis at 312-664-4032.

We’ll see you soon!

Congratulations to Harold Ramis!

Second City alum Harold Ramis, along with Ernie Banks and Lee Flaherty, will be honored at the 5th annual Legendary Landmarks Gala on Saturday, March 6 at the Palmer House Hilton (17 E. Monroe). The Legendary Landmarks Gala honors those who have made significant contributions to the civic and cultural life of Chicago and Illinois. Proceeds from this event benefit Landmarks Illinois, the state’s leading voice for historic preservation dedicated to protecting historically significant sites, structures and districts. For more information, visit landmarks.org

Tour Co Alum Tom Purcell named Exec Producer for Colbert Report.

Congrats to Second City Touring Company alum Tom Purcell who was recently promoted to Executive Producer for “The Colbert Report.” Purcell was recently seen at Second City’s 50th Anniversary weekend appearing in a “Colbert Report” panel with fellow alumni who work on the show. Check it out at Hollywood Reporter.

We heart Jeff Garlin

Thank you Onion AV Club for this great interview with Jeff Garlin. You can also check out Jeff's new book, "My Footprint: Carrying the Weight of the World" @ amazon.com.