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Clued In
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Clued In

After getting a single suggestion, the cast of six professional comedians asks the audience to choose a detective. Enjoy as they invent a tale of…

Saturday, November 30th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
Little Orphan Boy The Musical!
Nov30
Music & Comedy

Little Orphan Boy The Musical!

The critically acclaimed original musical returns one more time to the Annoyance Theater just in time for the holiday season. Come enjoy some of Chicago’s…

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Stand Up Comedy At Schubas – Matt Banwart
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Stand Up Comedy At Schubas – Matt Banwart

At an iconic Chicago venue best known for live comedy and music, this show is perfect for a night out with friends, a date, sworn…

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Schubas Tavern
3159 N Southport Ave
The Improvised Shakespeare Company®
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Improvised Shakespeare Company®

The Improvised Shakespeare Company® proudly presents its critically-acclaimed, long-running hit show Improvised Shakespeare Chicago now in it’s 18th year!  Join us for an evening of off-the-ruff…

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
Cathedral III: Laser Labyrinth Burlesque
Nov30
Music & Comedy

Cathedral III: Laser Labyrinth Burlesque

Cathedral 3: Lazer Labyrinth is a dazzling burlesque event that immerses audiences in a high-energy fusion of art, sensuality, and technology. Set within a futuristic, neon-lit…

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave
Infected Mushroom – RE:BORN World Tour
Nov30
Music & Comedy

Infected Mushroom – RE:BORN World Tour

Psytrance pioneers Infected Mushroom will perform live at House Of Blues on Nov. 30, 2024.

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
SPORT MODE: Chicago
Nov30
Music & Comedy

SPORT MODE: Chicago

Fresh off our sold out takeovers in Los Angeles and New York, SPORT MODE lands in Chicago for the holiday weekend. Featuring classic rave sounds…

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
1st Ward at Chop Shop
2033 W. North Ave
Liquid Soul, Joe Marcinek’s Dead Soul Summit, Tracy Silverman Project
Nov30
Music & Comedy

Liquid Soul, Joe Marcinek’s Dead Soul Summit, Tracy Silverman Project

Chicago Acid Jazz pioneers Liquid Soul headline with support from Joe Marcinek’s Dead Soul Summit (featuring Howard Levy, Sharay Reed, Calvin Rodgers, John Hanrahan) and…

Saturday, November 30th
8:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
Lincoln Hall
2424 North Lincoln Avenue
Candlelight: A Tribute to U2
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Candlelight: A Tribute to U2

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Chicago. Get your tickets now to discover…

Saturday, November 30th
8:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Stan Mansion
2408 North Kedzie Boulevard
Chicago’s Best Stand-Up
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions

Chicago’s Best Stand-Up

Chicago’s Best Standup Comedy is back better than ever. We’ve compiled the absolute best standup comedy lineup that you will see in the city. Today’s…

Saturday, November 30th
8:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv

Join us again for a whose line styled night of explosive laughter that will titillate your “funny” bone. Fast paced short form improv, hilarious songs,…

Saturday, November 30th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
The Yips
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Yips

The Yips are a Comedy Duo based out of Chicago IL. Through the month of November they will be performing every Saturday at 9PM in…

Saturday, November 30th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The De Matt Theater at The Second City
230 W North Ave
Take Two: The Improvised Movie at Second City
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Take Two: The Improvised Movie at Second City

Take Two is a longform, narrative show consisting of TWO never-before-seen, made-up-on-the-spot movies! Give us a song, we’ll give you a movie! Based on a…

Saturday, November 30th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
230 West North Avenue
Heart of Chicago Soul Club All Vinyl Rare Soul Dance Party
Nov30
Dec1
Music & Comedy

Heart of Chicago Soul Club All Vinyl Rare Soul Dance Party

Heart of Chicago is back at the Hideout Saturday, 11/30 for another grooving dance party. We are excited to welcome back our special Guest DJ…

Saturday, November 30th
9:00 p.m.Sunday, December 1st
2:00 a.m.
The Hideout
1354 W Wabansia Ave
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Best Of Annoyance Sketch

Enjoy the best sketch comedy Chicago has to offer! The Annoyance Theatre has been at the crux of the comedy scene in Chicago for over…

Saturday, November 30th
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show
Nov30
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show

Who’s Line is it Anyways meets Fear Factor in LETS PLAY A GAME, a new short form show that’s a unique blend of comedy, chaos,…

Saturday, November 30th
10:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
The Nasty Show at Chicago Laugh Factory
Nov30
Dec1
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Tours & Attractions

The Nasty Show at Chicago Laugh Factory

This ain’t your grandma’s stand up. Forget about cute puns and adorable observations and strap in for a night of in-your-face, no-holds-barred comedy! We compiled…

Saturday, November 30th
10:30 p.m.Sunday, December 1st
12:30 a.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
Teatro Zinzanni
Dec1
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Sunday, December 1st
5:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago
Dec1
Music & Comedy

Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago

This year our magical experience will be located in the NEWCITY plaza and indoor space. The campus will be filled with a combination of joyful…

Sunday, December 1st
10:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
NEWCITY PLAZA
1457 N Halsted St
Join the Festive Fun at Roosevelt Collection Shops with Carolers and an Elf!
Dec1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy

Join the Festive Fun at Roosevelt Collection Shops with Carolers and an Elf!

Roosevelt Collection Shops will be welcoming an incredible Quartet of carolers for special live performances and plenty of cheer! A playful elf will also be…

Sunday, December 1st
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Roosevelt Collection Shops
150 W Roosevelt Rd
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Dec1
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!

Mo Willems’ Pigeon Sparks Holiday Havoc! CHICAGO – Building on two years of outstanding reviews, sold-out performances, and extraordinary attendance at weekday school matinees, The Young…

Sunday, December 1st
1:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.
Greenhouse Theater Center
2257 North Lincoln Avenue
Little Orphan Boy The Musical!
Dec1
Music & Comedy

Little Orphan Boy The Musical!

The critically acclaimed original musical returns one more time to the Annoyance Theater just in time for the holiday season. Come enjoy some of Chicago’s…

Sunday, December 1st
3:00 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Outcast Jazz Band’s Big Band Dance Party
Dec1
Music & Comedy

Outcast Jazz Band’s Big Band Dance Party

The 18-piece Outcast Jazz Band have been swinging their way through some of the most prestigious ballrooms and events in the Chicagoland area for over…

Sunday, December 1st
6:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Epiphany Center For The Arts: Epiphany Hall
201 S Ashland Ave
Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago
Dec2
Music & Comedy

Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago

This year our magical experience will be located in the NEWCITY plaza and indoor space. The campus will be filled with a combination of joyful…

Monday, December 2nd
10:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
NEWCITY PLAZA
1457 N Halsted St
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