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<p>The Second City&#8217;s 114th Mainstage Revue Pandemonium, Please Hold is a loud, fast, and gloriously unhinged night of comedic mayhem. The Second City’s six-person cast cranks the amps and stage dives headfirst into the chaos with blistering sketch comedy, unpredictable improv, explosive live music, and absolutely zero chill. Cathartic and wildly funny, brace for pandemonium and join us for a night of full-volume hilarity. Come scream into the abyss with us.</p>
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Pandemonium, Please Hold

<p>100% Real Human, the latest Second City Toronto original revue, asks: What does it mean to be human? With a fresh collection of hilarious sketches, original songs, wild new characters, and jaw-dropping unpredictable improv scenes, this show explores the hysterical human experience in a world increasingly run by machines. Written and performed by our talented all-star cast of human comedians and a real live musician, this show is a joyful antidote to the troubles of the day. Close a few tabs and come laugh with us.</p>


100% Real Human

<p><em>Reality Detox: The Improv Experience</em> is a high-energy night of improvisation from The Second City, with a few sketch surprises mixed in along the way. Built fresh each night and shaped by the people in the room, every performance is different from the last. Funny, fast, and wildly unpredictable, it&#8217;s a chance to escape reality and enjoy a night of laughter. Come be part of the comedy magic.</p>
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Reality Detox: The Improv Experience

<p>Chicago’s top comedians battle it out for laughs, glory, and sweet sweet points in an interactive game show, featuring a live studio audience (that’s you!) Performers go head to head in a series of hilarious challenges inspired by classic game shows like The Dating Game and The Price is Right, and current hits like Game Changer and Taskmaster. Wheel of Improv will leave your head spinning – with laughter!</p>
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Wheel of Improv

Musical Improv Conservatory Show Run

<div>Enjoy as skill and talent unfolds before you.  Professional comedians, musicians, dancers, and much more come together to dazzle and display the endless possibilities of Chicago theatre.</div>
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<div> The comedy is side-splitting, the culture is strong, and the pleasure is all ours.  On any night you might see, Ballet, Stand-Up, Mexican Folk Music, Circus acts, or even my Mom!</div>
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<div>Our show stands in the footsteps of Bill Murray, Tina Fey, Tim Robinson, Amy Poehler, Tim Meadows and the countless rest who have trained and started right here.</div>
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<p><strong>The Good, the Bad, and the Not Great But Like Probably Okay &#8211; Sundays @ 6:30pm</strong></p>
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<p>The Good, the Bad, and the Not Great But Like Probably Okay is a delightful blend of chaos, unexpected situations, and comedic gold. Our world is absurd, and this cast of characters is no different! Take an unhinged detour into Judy&#8217;s Beat Lounge to experience the good, the bad, and the certain to make you laugh.</p>
<p>Cast: Charlie Bain, Tiffany Dillon, John Freitag, April Keller, Michael Krolik, Asya Meadows, Mira Menasche, and Amanda Nowotny<br />
Writers: Rocky Daehler, Emily Eastin, Natalie Murray, Chuck Porcelli, December Savage-Brown, Suwebat Solebo, and Simeon Tsanev<br />
Director: Brian Morrow<br />
Music Director: Darwin Noguera<br />
Stage Technician: Maroline Johnson</p>
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<p><strong>Blinded by the Plight &#8211; Sundays @ 8:30</strong></p>
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<p>Cast: Allison Abrahams, Sarah Beidatsch, Brenton Holbeck, Kaela Seiersen, Cooper Lyke, Julie Fine, and Daniel Serra<br />
Writers: Alayna Almen, Miranda Bower, Edward Carrillo, Evan Connell, and Amanda Nowotny<br />
Director: Lisa Bany<br />
Music Director: Darwin Noguera<br />
Stage Technician: Maroline Johnson</p>
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Writing 6 Show

<p>The Stand-Up Show is a classic night of stand-up comedy focused on sharp jokes, strong voices, and big laughs. No themes, no gimmicks—just great comics doing what they do best.</p>


The Stand-up Show

<p>Second City’s National Touring Company takes to the stage to share brand new sketches, songs, and improv. Featuring an All-Star cast of comedy powerhouses, this team is sure to hit it out of the park!</p>


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