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The Infinite Wrench
Don’t miss the longest running late-night show in Chicago! At The Infinite Wrench you’ll see 30 original plays in 60 minutes written and performed by…
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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic true crime mystery dinner show in the United States. We are now running public and private…
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Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical
“CRITICS’ PICK. TRULY AMAZING!” – New York Times “BEST VISITING IMPROV COMEDY!”– TimeOut NY “HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!” – The Onion “★★★★★” THEY ARE AN ENTERTAINMENT PHENOMENON AND I…
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Chicago Composers Orchestra: an evening of world premieres
World premieres by wonderfully creative & imaginative composers Carlos Bandera, Ephraim Champion & Ania Vu. Thanks to funding from the Illinois Arts Council, student composers…
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Just in Time: Spring into Laughter
Come join us for an evening of improvised fun as veteran teams Here for the Moment (Second City Coached Ensembles Program) and Badasstronauts (iO Theater’s…
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Sofia Talvik Live at Swedish American Museum
Prepare yourself for a unique and intimate evening of music and storytelling! Sofia Talvik is a rare artist and an avid storyteller with a voice…
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Ivan Cornejo – Mirada Tour
Concluding a sensational career-defining year, breakthrough Música Mexicana star Ivan Cornejo is bringing the second leg of his “Mirada Tour” to Chicago at United Center…
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Joe Bartnick at The Comedy Bar
Joe Bartnick is a stand-up comic, actor, and writer who’s made a name for himself with his sharp humor and no-holds-barred style. His comedy special, Bartnick…
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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,…
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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…
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McLuhan Live
Named after media theorist and philosopher Marshall McLuhan, Chicago-based progressive rock band McLuhan began its musical journey as a mixed-media group and was the brainchild…
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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,…
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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…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
The Goonies In Concert
Venue: The Auditorium Date: April 26, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM Tickets: $69.50-$99.50 Hey, you guys! Join a group of misfits on a search for long-lost treasure, complete with an ancient…
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Joe Bartnick at The Comedy Bar
Joe Bartnick is a stand-up comic, actor, and writer who’s made a name for himself with his sharp humor and no-holds-barred style. His comedy special, Bartnick…
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…
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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…
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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…
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The Jury Experience: An Immersive Courtroom Case
Step into the heart of a high-stakes trial with The Jury Experience in Chicago. In this live theater show, you are the jury—the power to…
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We Go On Tour: Chicago
Grief is hard. Being alone in it is harder. We Go On is a one-night experience that blends live music, film, and raw conversation to…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Hassan Phills: This Tour is Jokes
Hassan Phills has gained prominence touring Canada independently filling theatres and comedy clubs with traction from viral videos on social media. Now, for the first…
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Mo Amer: El Oso Palestino Tour
Mo Amer comes to The Chicago Theatre on April 27. Mohammed “Mo” Amer is a celebrated Palestinian-American stand up comedian and award-winning writer. Currently starring…
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Choral Spectacular
The Symphony of Oak Park and River Forest and Chorus, conducted by Music Director Jay Friedman, will present a Choral Spectacular program featuring the Chicago-area…
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The Symphony of Oak Park and River Forest at Symphony Center
The Symphony and Chorus of Oak Park and River Forest, under the direction of conductor Jay Friedman, will be performing a Choral Spectacular at Symphony…
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