The World's Premier School of Comedy
We’ve got classes for all ages. Try one of our classes at the legendary Second City Training Center. Sessions start every few months and fill up quickly, so book your spot today!


Congrats to This Insanely Long List of Emmy Nominees
Congrats to all the 2022 nominees!

The Second City Announces First-Ever Artistic Advisory Board
The esteemed board will help guide The Second City's creative direction and uphold the creative values of the institution.
What Is The Second City?
The Second City has been bringing the funny for over 60 years.
We began in 1959 as a small comedy cabaret and have grown to become the first name in improv and comedy, with theaters and Training Centers in Chicago, Toronto, and Hollywood. We’ve also taken improv off the stage, expanding our reach to include creative collaborations with a wide range of creative and corporate partners, wellness and education programs, and TV, film and digital productions. And our alumni list includes some of the funniest names on the planet…