The world's premier comedy theatre and school of improvisation
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.
The Second City is the leading brand in improv-based sketch comedy. With theatres in Chicago and Toronto, Training Centers in those cites as well as Hollywood, 11 full time touring ensembles, thriving corporate communications and theatricals divisions as well as television and film operations, The Second City has been called "A Comedy Empire" by the New York Times.
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