Open to students and performers of all levels, the musical improv jams are great way to get some more singprov experience. A Second City Music Director leads participants through fun and challenging short-form musical improv games. Get up and play, meet fellow improvisers and learn new games. On-lookers welcome, too. No registration required.
FREE, 1.5 hours
Upcoming jam dates
Saturdays, 4:00-5:30
May 8-June 26
de Maat Studio Theatre
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Jim Belushi Joins Off the Wall
The Second City Hollywood Stage is no stranger to familiar faces from the small and big screen. Last Saturday was no exception, when Second City Alumni, Jim Belushi sat in with Off the Wall.
Off The Wall is the longest-continuously-running all improv ensemble perhaps in the known world. Ever since their inception, the group has garnered accolades from critics and audiences alike. Troupe members have appeared collectively in hundreds of movies, television episodes and commercials, and have written scripts for familiar TV shows and unfamiliar feature films. Among former members and illustrious guests are Robin Williams, Chevy Chase, Jim Belushi, George Wendt, and John Ritter.
Off the Wall is continuing their run at The Second City through May and June, every Saturday @ 9PM with BINGO! (The improv show, not the parlor game.)
Have Fun this Mother’s Day - She Deserves It!
Skip the brunch and take your Mom out for some real fun this Mother's Day.
Drop-In Improv Class
If she's hilarious and been practicing some good bits, bring her to a Drop-In Improv Class on Sunday from 6-8pm for only 10 bucks each. No registration is required and all levels are welcome (especially beginner).
"Taming of the Flu" in The Second City Mainstage
If she'd rather watch than play, bring her to see "Taming of the Flu" in The Second City Mainstage. She can check out the new cast members and you can both relax and enjoy the show. (Also, students receive a free ticket to the show, so you can also save a couple of bucks)
Second City Gets More Raves in Arizona
"The Second City Does Arizona, or Close But No Seguaro" continues to receive rave reviews for their run at the Phoenix Theater. Kerry Lengel from The Arizona Republic calls it "sharp as a cactus" and Joseph Gordan with The Examiner describes it as "a no-holds-barred comic extravaganza, furiously paced and hilariously on target." 99.9 FM goes on to call it "a genuinely laugh out loud revue."
To read the full reviews, visit:
Monday, May 3, 2010
National Post Loves Candidate Night at Second City for Mayor
The National Post was in the house with a group from the City Hall press gallery for our first Candidate Night at Second City for Mayor. Councilor (and Mayoral Candidate) Giorgio Mammoliti was our guest for the improv set. Read the Post’s full recap of the event at nationalpost.com
New Show Earns 4 Stars from Chicago Tribune!
The Second City e.t.c.'s new show, "The Absolute Best Friggin' Time of Your Life" continues to earn accolades after opening to a standing ovation last night. Chris Jones, Chief Theatre Critic for the Chicago Tribune, gives the new revue an exceptional 4 Stars, calling it "one of the most layered, textured and thoroughly exciting shows at e.t.c. in years...You find yourself not only laughing your face off, but emotionally invested." To read the full review, visit The Chicago Tribune.
New E.T.C. Show Opens to Early Raves
The Second City e.t.c.'s new show, "The Absolute Best Friggin' Time of Your Life" opened last night and has received early raves. The show has been Recommended by the Joseph Jefferson Award Committee. "Jeff Recommended" indicates that a show was deemed outstanding in at least one element by the opening night judges. Additionally, Alan Bresloff with SteadStyleChicago.com describes the show as "...two hours of non-stop laughter that takes us into our wildest dreams..." Check out the complete review at steadstylechicago.com.
For more information on "The Absolute Best Friggin' Time of Your Life" including behind the scenes videos and interviews with the cast, visit secondcity.com.
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