Name: Vagabond Variety Hour
Start: 2024-12-09T02:30:00Z
Location: The Blackout Cabaret - Chicago

Chicago

<div class="ewa-rteLine">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 class="ewa-rteLine">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 class="ewa-rteLine">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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The Blackout Cabaret - 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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The Second City gives every show a rating to help patrons understand if content is appropriate for younger audiences. We welcome all guests 13 years of age and older, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. R rating is due to language and inneundo. Our shows take place in a night club atmosphere where alcohol is served.

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This show is a mixture of performance genres. It could range from stand up, to sketch, to music, or anything in between.

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<p><span style="color: #191919;">Have you ever wanted to escape? The Second City presents the 112th Mainstage Revue The Devil is in the Detours, a hilarious and unhinged descent into a dimension where chaos reigns. Join our electric six-person ensemble as they sing, dance and rock the hell out in this interactive and immersive sketch and improv comedy revue.  Don’t miss out on the wildest comedy experience of your life.</span></p>


The Devil is in the Detours – The Second City Mainstage

<p>Baby Wants Candy is a completely improvised, full band musical! Having performed over 3,000 improvised musicals to thousands of fans from Chicago to New York to Singapore to Scotland, this group not only performs in Chicago, New York, and LA but also tours internationally, including multiple sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival!</p>
<p>BWC cast &amp; alumni include Aidy Bryant (Saturday Night Live), Jack McBrayer (30 Rock), Peter Gwinn (Colbert Report), Thomas Middleditch (HBO&#8217;s Silicon Valley), Lauren Conlan Adams (Kimmy Schmidt), Jessica McKenna (Party Over Here), Nicole Parker (Elephaba in Wickedon Broadway) and many more. Hailed as &#8220;Critic&#8217;s Pick&#8221; from the New York Times and &#8220;Best Improv Ensemble&#8221; from the Chicago Magazine, this is one improv show you don&#8217;t want to miss!</p>


Baby Wants Candy, the Completely Improvised Full-Band Musical!

<p>Step behind the velvet curtain into The Second City e.t.c., a lavish comedy speakeasy where the only rule for the evening is laughter. Outside, it’s winter. But here, the show is so hot and hilarious, it’ll melt away your troubles. This interactive world of illusion, decadence, and the illusion of decadence invites you to join in on a heist of hijinx sparkling with sketch, song, and improv spontaneity. The best kept secret? You are the most important part of the show. Join us and find delight. Right this way, your table’s waiting.</p>


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<p><span style="color: #191919;">Are you tired of taking grandma to watch a bunch of nutcrackers dance in a kick-line every year? Well, you could stay home and watch the same old reruns of A Christmas Story, OR you could dash through the snow to The Second City’s Jack Frost Roasting on an Open Fire. Festive family gatherings, office parties, classic holiday movies, and Mariah Carey’s entire catalogue will all be severely lampooned in this fast-paced, interactive comedy revue stuffed with seasonal songs, sketches, and, of course, a generous helping of our world-famous improv comedy. It’s the most “wonderful” time of the year.</span></p>


Jack Frost Roasting on an Open Fire

<p>Share silliness this holiday season with <strong><em>Rudolph Runs Wild&#8230;</em></strong> a jolly extravaganza for kids, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and reindeer of all ages! Featuring a fun and festive blend of family-friendly songs and sketches from The Second City’s rich comedy archives, fresh new material written specifically for young audiences, and &#8211; of course &#8211; the ridiculous improv hijinks The Second City is world famous for. Brighten your winter with this one-of-a-kind interactive theatrical experience offering audience members, young and old, the chance to enjoy the comedy fun both from their seats and by joining The Second City performers onstage! Make hilarious holiday memories with The Second City’s <strong><em>Rudolph Runs Wild&#8230;</em></strong></p>


Rudolph Runs Wild

<div class="ewa-rteLine">If you thought election season was stressful this year, just wait until you see what the holiday season brings. From all the Democrats arguing at a Christmas party, to Tim Walz working his side hustle, to Melania coming to terms with her husband&#8217;s win, there is lots of mayhem in the White House and beyond.</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">Directed by Lisa Bany. Written by Marae Ashmore. Starring Tiffany Graham, Mark Rhind, Holly Bender, Ethan Evans, Clarke Newton, Charlie Bain, Felicia Bolton, Ashlyn Quintus, and Marae Ashmore.</div>
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White House Christmas

<p>Fresh off of their sold out run as The Davenports, these fan faves are back as&#8230;The Kensingtons! Showcasing an improvised style family dramedy. Laugh, cheer and gasp as billionaire rival families The Kensingtons and The Wentworths plot, scheme, slap and sleep their way through each improvised episode. Dynasty? Revenge? Scandal? Indulge in your soap opera fantasy with&#8230; The Kensingtons!</p>


The Kensingtons: An Improvised Soap Opera

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<p><strong>Chicago’s Funniest: More Than Just a Show—It’s an Experience!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Get Ready for an Unforgettable Night Out in the Heart of Chicago!</strong></p>
<p>Imagine this: A night of non-stop laughter, unforgettable memories, and the perfect place to unwind with great food, drinks, and even better company. <strong>Chicago’s Funniest</strong> isn’t just another comedy show—it’s an experience you’ll look forward to again and again!</p>
<p><strong>What to Expect: The Perfect Night Out</strong></p>
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<li><strong>A Lineup You Won’t Find Anywhere Else</strong>: Featuring top talent from <strong>Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Peacock</strong>, and the best comedy clubs around the country, you’ll be treated to performances from comedians you’ve seen and loved on your favorite streaming platforms.</li>
<li><strong>A Show to Remember</strong>: Whether you’re a Chicago local or visiting for the night, this is your go-to spot for a great time. Enjoy world-class comedy in a vibrant, fun environment that’ll leave you with a smile long after the show ends.</li>
<li><strong>The After-Party</strong>: The fun doesn’t stop when the show ends! Join us at <strong>Orso’s Restaurant</strong>, just <strong>two minutes away</strong> from Second City, to continue the celebration. It’s the perfect spot to unwind with <strong>delicious food and drinks</strong>, mingle with the comedians, and enjoy the vibrant energy of Chicago’s comedy scene. <strong>This after-party is where memories are made</strong>—a relaxed, fun, and lively place to soak up the energy of the night!</li>
<li><strong>Incredible Prizes</strong>: Our sponsors have outdone themselves with fantastic giveaways, including:
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<li><strong>$500 Greenstar Brewery VIP Tasting Tour for 12</strong>: Enjoy a tour led by Brewmaster Brandon Stern, a pint of award-winning Amber Lager, and a tasting of four organic craft beers.</li>
<li><strong>$500 Sluggers Gift Card</strong>: Enjoy food and drinks at the world-famous Sluggers Sports Bar &amp; Grill near Wrigley Field, with arcade games, batting cages, skee-ball, and more.</li>
<li><strong>$500 Cash Prize</strong>: Take home some extra joy to top off your evening!</li>
<li><strong>$500 Gift Certificate from Inner G Restorative &amp; Holistic Care</strong>: Pamper yourself with a wide range of therapeutic services including full-body hot stone massages, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Medical Massage, Prenatal Massage, and more. Relaxation and wellness await you!</li>
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<p><strong>Why You Shouldn’t Miss It</strong></p>
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<li><strong>A Night You’ll Look Forward to</strong>: Whether you’re coming for the comedy, the after-party, or the chance to win one of our amazing prizes, <strong>Chicago’s Funniest</strong> is the perfect place to create memories with friends, meet new people, and just have an unforgettable time in the heart of the city.</li>
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<p><strong>How to Join the Fun</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Buy Your Tickets Today</strong> for a chance to win one of our amazing prizes and experience a night of laughter and excitement you won’t forget!</li>
<li><strong>Don’t Miss Out on the Ultimate Comedy Experience</strong>: A night of top-notch comedy, great food and drinks, and an after-party just steps away from the theater. Chicago’s Funniest is the place to be!</li>
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<p><strong>The Perfect Night Out is Waiting for You!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Chicago’s Funniest</strong> is the ultimate experience in the city. With a stellar comedy lineup, a fantastic after-party, and amazing giveaways, it&#8217;s the place to be for anyone who loves laughter and great memories. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out with friends or a place to unwind and enjoy yourself, <strong>Chicago’s Funniest</strong> has you covered.</p>
<p><strong>Get your tickets today and make plans to be part of this unforgettable night out!</strong></p>


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