The Internet has brought us many great things: viruses that exasperate but don’t kill, social networking sites which effectively eliminate the requirement to physically meet people while still referring to them as friends, and best of all: streaming videos. Comedians are making a statement on the … [Read more...]
Chicago’s Hottest Up and Coming Comics. Super Cheap BYOB Showcase. A relative newcomer, Studio BE has been presenting a Saturday night stand-up showcase since September of 2009. While Chicago offers an almost overwhelming variety of sketch, improv and stand-up events to watch on any given … [Read more...]
Tuesday night stand-up isn't for the faint of heart; just ask any of the comedians from last night’s Chicago Underground Comedy show. The weekly event, sponsored by 312 and held at the Beat Kitchen, showcases a selection of five of Chicago’s top stand-up comedians. While Ken Barnard, Mikey … [Read more...]
"Traditional material," "smooth transitions," or " typical comedian" are all phrases that would make Andy Kaufman-inspired performers quiver in disgust. Constantly pushing the boundaries of an improv-stand-up hybrid, their offbeat, sometimes awkward, but always entertaining style of comedy is the … [Read more...]
Performing Wednesday nights at the IO to sell out crowds (OK tickets are free,) the Virgin Daiquiri musical and longform improv troupe delivers an exciting show even when it’s missing over half of its ensemble. Normally twelve deep, the usual cast brings together a number of seasoned veterans … [Read more...]
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