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The LGBTQIA+ Open Mic is for people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual and all of the other identities not encompassed in the short acronym only and the open mic will be hosted by a LGBTQIA+ faculty member.

The open mic is a chance for emerging stand ups to test out their material in front of a supportive live crowd. Each comic (up to 18 will be able to perform) will get 3 minutes of stage time to try out new bits and develop their set.

Note that you must be an active student to register.

The Second City Training Center’s goal is to provide a safe environment for LGBTQ+ students across the larger comedy community to come together and play freely.

MUST BE A CURRENTLY REGISTERED STUDENT TO ATTEND.

The SCTC Student Jam is a chance to learn some new improv games, play some old favorites, and get in some improv reps. All levels are welcome for a variety of exercises ranging from warmups, group exercises , two-person scenes, backline games, etc. Come to play or to watch!

SCTC Student Jams are only open to current SC students. Registrants who are not enrolled in a class will be removed.

LGBTQIA+ Community Improv Jams

The Second City Training Center’s goal is to provide a safe environment for LGBTQ+ students across the larger improv community to come together and play freely. This event is free; no experience is required and participants do not have to be enrolled in a Second City class to participate. We do ask that those planning to attend register in advance for the event.

The LGBTQIA+ Jam is for people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual and all of the other identities not encompassed in the short acronym only and the jam will be hosted by a LGBTQIA+ faculty member.

The SCTC Student Jam is a chance to learn some new improv games, play some old favorites, and get in some improv reps. All levels are welcome for a variety of exercises ranging from warmups, group exercises, two-person scenes, backline games, etc. Come to play or to watch!

MUST BE A CURRENTLY REGISTERED STUDENT TO ATTEND.

BIPOC Community Improv Jams

The Second City Training Center’s goal is to provide a safe environment for BIPOC-identifying students across the larger improv community to come together and play freely. These short form jams are free; no experience is required and participants do not have to be enrolled in a Second City class to participate. We do ask that those planning to attend register for the event in advance.

The BIPOC Jam is for people who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color only and the jam will be hosted by a BIPOC faculty member.

This is not a joke! “The Student Open Mic” is a chance for emerging stand ups to test out their material in front of a supportive live crowd. Each comic (up to 18 will be able to perform) will get 3 minutes of stage time to try out new bits and develop their set. Hosted by a fantastic member of our faculty!

Note that you must be an active student to register.

Need to update or take a new headshot? Timothy Schmidt is a Chicago-based photographer and editor who has spent more than a decade covering film, red carpets, music events, and theater throughout the city. You might have seen his work all over the Second City building showcasing our stages and casts! Visit @timothymschmidt on instagram or www.TimothyMSchmidt.com for examples of Tim’s work. The photoshoot will be in studio on a white seamless backdrop.

You’ll receive 1 images that will be lightly retouched for lighting and color. Images are digital only and will be sent via Dropbox.

Please come dressed in your first-choice outfit and bring a second wardrobe option just in case (i.e. shirts, jackets, accessories, are best for a quick change). You must arrive with hair and makeup camera ready. (The studio lights and camera will accentuate any oil on the skin so light foundation or powder is highly recommended for all.) The more prepared you arrive the better your shots will be!

The Homemade Jam is a fun, welcoming and encouraging improv jam for students of the Second City Community held on the first and third Friday of every month. It’s founded in Second City’s “Yes And, Creativity & Respect” philosophy and is led by Second City improv instructors Janet Davidson & Brie Watson. It’s a place to learn and grow from the comfort of home.

Sign up using this form and you will be sent the Zoom link to participate on the day of the jam.

Join Darcy Kendall for our virtual musical improv jam! Play, sing, meet new people… all from the comfort of your home. (No prior singing/music experience necessary.)

Sign up using the linked form and you will be sent the Zoom link to participate on the day of the jam.