Name: Stand Up & Complain
Start: 2026-03-29T03:00:00Z
Location: Judy's Beat Lounge - Chicago

Chicago

Got something to complain about? This show is half stand-up comedy, half audience participation. Each comedian performs their set, then opens the floor and encourages you to yell out your complaints about anything: work, relationships, life in general, whatever’s been driving you crazy. They’ll respond in real time, roasting, riffing, and finding the funny in whatever’s bothering you.

Judy's Beat Lounge - Chicago

These non-Second City productions are original works created and produced by guest performers and ensembles. With limited runs, these performances allow for complete creative freedom and may feature artists of any experience level.

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An always popular form in which a comedian performs their unique brand of comedy, usually with nothing more than a mic and their own courage. If you enjoy a rapid-fire night of jokes and stories, a stand-up show might be the perfect fit.

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