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


Meet the SNL Scholarship Recipients
After reviewing over 1300 applications, we are thrilled to announce the recipients of a new scholarship for diverse comedic talent in partnership with Saturday Night Live!

The Second City’s COVID-19 Commitment
The Second City takes the health and safety of our patrons and students very seriously.

Updates from The Second City
The Second City is committed to building an equitable & thriving environment for our BIPOC, Latinx, APIMEDA, LGBTQIA+, and disability communities.
So, what’s 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…