The Second City

Upcoming Events

The Best of the Second City: 65 Years of Funny
Comedy
Runs Sep 12Nov 24, 2025
The Second City is throwing the ultimate comedy party to celebrate 65 years of legendary laughs!
Don’t Quit Productions Presents
Olympus Has Fallen (And It Can’t Get Up)
Comedy
Runs Sep 04Sep 25, 2025
Olympus Has Fallen (And it Can’t Get Up) is a sketchy retelling of your favorite Greek myths.
1616 N. Wells
Chicago IL 60614
312-337-3992
The Second City specializes in sketch comedy and improvisation and has been delighting audiences for over 50 years.  We have resident companies in both Chicago and Toronto as well as National Touring Companies and casts on NCL cruises.  We have shows seven nights a week on our stages; the shows consist of short scenes, songs, and comedic improvisational sketches.  Cocktails and food are available throughout the show.  Additionally, our training programs in Chicago, Toronto, and Hollywood have launched the careers of countless stars of stage and screen.