Fodor's Expert Review Second City

The epicenter of comedy since 1959, The Second City has launched the careers of countless comedy legends. Alumni include Bill Murray, Catherine O’Hara, Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, and Keegan-Michael Key. The revues on the company's historic Mainstage and more intimate e.t.c. space are fully realized sketch comedy shows, but the prescripted material is developed through improvisation in front of audiences. There’s always plenty of time in each show devoted to demonstrating the comedy chops of the quick-witted performers. Most nights, a free improv set after the late show features cast members and invited guests (sometimes famous, sometimes not). UP Comedy Club presents award-winning touring shows, comedy festivals, and special guest performances. In Donny's Skybox upstairs, you're likely to see one of Chicago's many fledgling improv comedy troupes debuting fresh material.