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<p>Come see The Second City Mainstage brand new 113th Revue. This is the most exciting time to see a show on our stages. The cast is fresh, new material is worked into the show every night, and your laughter in the audience helps shape the final show!</p>
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Live Sketch Comedy: The Second City’s 113th Mainstage Revue

<p>Step behind the velvet curtain into The Second City e.t.c., a lavish comedy speakeasy where the only rule for the evening is laughter. Outside, it’s winter. But here, the show is so hot and hilarious, it’ll melt away your troubles. This interactive world of illusion, decadence, and the illusion of decadence invites you to join in on a heist of hijinx sparkling with sketch, song, and improv spontaneity. The best kept secret? You are the most important part of the show. Join us and find delight. Right this way, your table’s waiting.</p>
<p><span data-teams="true"><strong>Group of 16 or more? We’ll make it easy—reach out to </strong><a href="mailto:groupschi@secondcity.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>groupschi@secondcity.com</strong></a></span></p>


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<p>Ten Dollar Comedy is a weekly comedy showcase featuring some of Chicago’s best improv, stand-up, and sketch – all for only $10.</p>
<p>This show is produced and hosted each week by Top Dollar Comedy, a comedy collective that features a rotating cast who have performed all over the world together. The ensemble includes: Carly Olson, Eric Muller, Eric Pedersen, Erin Goldsmith, Jonny Nelson, Peter Corey, and Deanna Ortiz.</p>


Ten Dollar Comedy

<p>The Second City SWIPES RIGHT: U Up? is a brand-new comedy show roasting everything that turns us on (and off) about love, dating, and relationships. Trigger warning in effect, The Second City tackles it all, from sneaky links and one-night stands to getting ghosted like you’re Patrick Swayze making pottery. So, whether you&#8217;re locked in, single af, or in a situationship, laugh through the chaos with an electric cast of comedians serving The Second City’s world-famous brand of comedy. It&#8217;s giving hilarity, it&#8217;s giving relatable, it&#8217;s giving… a night you don&#8217;t want to miss.</p>


Swipes Right: U Up?

<div class="ewa-rteLine">Carlos Ballarta is a Mexican standup comedian and actor, born in Mexico City, with a ten year career in the Spanish speaking stand up scene and to this day he is the only standup comedian with 3 jokes about elotes.</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">He has three Netflix specials: El amor es de put*s (2016), Furia ñera (2018) and Falso profeta (2021). His latest, Rebelde Comodino, was released on Youtube on July 2023. His most recent show is Tlatoani, with which he is currently touring Latin America and the world.</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">He has successfully toured all around Mexico, Latin America, the United States, Canada and many cities in Europe.</div>
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<div class="ewa-rteLine">&#8220;I don&#8217;t do impersonations on stage. I don&#8217;t dance or sing. I hardly move. You have been WARNED.&#8221;-Carlos Ballarta</div>


Carlos Ballarta – Tlatoani 

<p>Come watch some of NYC&#8217;s funniest stoners get zooted for your entertainment at this 420 comedy variety show. You’ll see fried stand-up, trippy magic, improv, high improv, modern clown, and vibey music. Don’t miss out on this night of baked debauchery.</p>
<p>Sponsored by Hii Dispensary</p>


Smoke Show

<p>Proudly celebrating 52 years in Toronto, The Second City presents their 90th Mainstage revue! <em>Duel Citizens</em> is a fast-paced comedy spectacle stacked with razor-sharp satire, hilarious songs, ridiculous characters and, of course, the signature improv comedy that The Second City is world famous for. Written and performed by a completely Canadian cast and crew, this show joyfully skewers politics, pop culture, and everything in between. From full-blown national tantrums to the absurdities of daily life, come laugh with The Second City as we turn chaos into comedy.</p>


Duel Citizens

<p>The Kidz are back by Propular demand! You bring props, we bring props, and the fun begins. Our dynamic troupe specializes in prop-based improv, ensuring each performance is a unique experience. From rubber chickens to mystery boxes, The Propular Kidz bring a wide array of knicks and/or knacks to every show, guaranteeing you’ll be prop-erly entertained. Join us for a one-of-a-kind event where even your own prop might end up stealing the spotlight!</p>


The Propular Kidz

<div class="ewa-rteLine">Low Key Lit Thursdays is a new comedy show at the world famous Second City, which will feature improv and stand up comedy acts each week. You can expect some of the biggest names in comedy, locally and nationally, to perform on this amazing show. This is more than a comedy show, it is an experience. An experience, you don&#8217;t want to miss.</div>
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