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The Second City

Expert Reviews of The Second City

Citysearch | This club's clever sketch and improv material put Chicago comedy on the map.

The intimate, modest theater seats 300 people around tables of two and four, half on the main floor and half on three gently rising tiers in the back. The low semicircular stage extends out into the audience....
citysearch.com - expert review - 10/18/2006
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Citysearch | Think of it as the Second City's bratty little brother.

Second City e.t.c. was opened in 1983 to handle overflow crowds from the consistently sold-out mainstage. It's a smaller venue (180 seats), but its shows have a reputation for being even edgier than its more...
citysearch.com - expert review - 03/02/2005
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User Reviews of The Second City

Yelp.com Review - by Anna A.

4 of 5 stars. Campaign Supernova, Best Church of God, and Best of Second City (Blue Co.) are among the funniest and most memorable shows I've seen there so far. It's really hit or miss with the late shows. Overall,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie T.

4 of 5 stars. "A little pee came out!" -Phoebe, Friends Really though. That's how I feel throughout the entire show. I always hit up Second City when I have out-of-town visitors. I don't know why we don't go more…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by K T.

3 of 5 stars. I've only been here once, and I can't even remember exactly when it was (January of either 2006 or 2007) or even what it was about - which should tell you something. Needless to say, I was rather…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Adam M.

4 of 5 stars. Excellent sketch comedy and improv. The sketches are tightly written and most of the actors have something uniquely funny about them. There is little production in terms of makeup, set, and props -…
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by ellen c.

4 of 5 stars. Perfect place for a first date (or second or third)!! Every time i leave this place, my side hurts from laughing.
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael M.

5 of 5 stars. Honestly, Second City is one of the most fun places for anyone in Chicago. Yeah, there are other Second City stages in other cities, but this is the real thing. Just walking into the building and…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brandi T.

5 of 5 stars. Our friends who live in Chicago live about three minutes (walking time) from Second City. We went on Friday night and it was a lot of fun. Every joke wasn't dead on, but if you expect it to be rolling…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ken M.

5 of 5 stars. Awesome comedy, awesome staff! The food was alright, no one complained about the drinks.
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kera E.

5 of 5 stars. A fresh look at the Lord every week! Go to church at the Best* Church of God, where they believe in the absolute, literal, and unerring word of the Bible as set forth in the original English! Good…
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin C.

5 of 5 stars. Best Improv Club I've been to. Our server-dude was funny and brought us snackies and drinkies - and wateries even - when he was supposed to. He didn't lag, and we spent lots of money on food and…
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeanne J.

5 of 5 stars. I'd always heard a lot of great things about The Second City, and finally went one weekend when I had to entertain a visitor to Chicago. I'm really glad I went it really is a lot of fun. Then with…
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy J.

5 of 5 stars. Love Second City! It is so much fun. I used to go all the time in high school and hadn't been back for some time. Recently, we got tickets to see Between Barack and a Hard Place, and it was hilarious!…
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Leang E.

4 of 5 stars. If you go to the main show they are almost always funny. I was here to go see a show at Donny's Skybox, which I wonder whether or not should be listed separately. I had to go back outside and walk…
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Carlo L.

4 of 5 stars. Went to see a performance on the Etc. stage. Sure....not all the sketches were funny but the performers were great. A great place to take a small group. There is a drink minimum and the prices are…
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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It's a risk but...

....when it's a good show, you leave feeling as if it was some sort of therapy for you. Second City's also right by a large-sized Starbucks and although I never go there, it's nice to flop down on a couch and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elizabeth S.

4 of 5 stars. I went to a mainstage show for Between Barack and a New Show on a Friday night, and was really disappointed...It just didn't live up to my expectations. The sketches seemed overly-rehearsed and…
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by nicole b.

5 of 5 stars. Going here always guarantees a good time. Whether it be one of the bigger shows, or the beginner shows, they're all very amusing.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin R.

4 of 5 stars. Between Barack and a New Show was great. Lots of funny parts and I enjoyed the atmosphere of Second City. The wait staff has too many people to wait on, in my opinion, so therefore the service was a…
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Meagan S.

5 of 5 stars. I couldn't stop laughing! I just saw the show "Barack and a New Show" and thought it was great. There wasn't a lull in the crowd and even the comedians were cracking themselves up. Second City does a…
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Colleen C.

4 of 5 stars. Besides the gaggle of drunk children from Tennessee (I only know this because they managed to scream "GO VOLS!" about 14 times throughout the performance, at ill-situated moments)...Second City was a…
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tony S.

4 of 5 stars. I went to see Between Barack and a Hard Place on Saturday in Jan 2008. Didn't know what to expect as I didn't really read the blurb fully but wanted a good night out. I thoroughly enjoyed it I have to…
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by doris d.

4 of 5 stars. I love it. I've been here twice and it's always a good time. They've got food and drinks to keep you happy while you laugh your ass off! The cast is hilarious and the tickets are super cheap.
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt S.

4 of 5 stars. Not a big improv guy but I used to go here every now and then with a girl I was dating, it was oftentimes funny and the crowd was fun. Definitely would recommend it to people 'into comedy'
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jennifer h.

5 of 5 stars. I'm having residual flashbacks from my trip to Chicago so I'm getting all the Yelping in before I forget all my adventures. A friend and I wanted to check out the original stomping ground for SNL-alum…
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by D J.

4 of 5 stars. I finally did it! After many, many failed attempts, I finally saw the one show I really, really wanted to see at Second City - Between Barack and a Hard Place - and as a bonus, got to see the first…
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt G.

4 of 5 stars. Second City is second to none! (that's right, I can come up with some pretty cheesy material) I have seen a few shows, in Donny's Skybox and at the Etc. Stage and they have really been hilarious! It's…
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jainy D.

5 of 5 stars. I've been to this place a few too many times..and each time i Love it MORE!! one word : Hilarious!!! If you have a sense of humor at all you will definitely appreciate this establishment! :) I laugh…
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara F.

5 of 5 stars. I love this place. Satire is good for the soul. My only gripe is that I am not a planner and I always find myself wanting to go when they are sold out....which is often if not always when you are…
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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great evening out full of laughs!!

We went to see "Between Barack and a Hard Place" on a wednesday night. the show was almost sold out but i totally know why. the show was so funny and i was laughing all night long. I would definitely recommend...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dawn L.

5 of 5 stars. No contest: Second City's mainstage and ETC shows are consistently the best comedy in the city. Second City is legendary, and many of its performers have gone on to become famous film and TV…
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2007
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Must see "Between Barack and a Hard place"

I may have small bias since I work for Citysearch. Last night I saw "Between Barack and a Hard Place" at Second City. It was an incredible performance. It was very clever and hillarious.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiffiny B.

5 of 5 stars. I've never really seen a bad show at Second City. Always have left happy and entertained. It's also nice that the ticket price are never outrageous and depending on the show, it's pretty easy to get…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Colleen J.

5 of 5 stars. I saw a show at Donny's Skybox Theater this passed Thursday; I have yet to see something on the mainstage. Although I lost my way trying to find Donny's effing theater, I was pointed in the right…
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carrie M.

4 of 5 stars. I've been to Second City twice now; once with a big group of friends for "Iraqtile Dysfunction" and recently for "Between Barack and a Hard Place." This is definitely the go to tourist spot with…
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric C.

5 of 5 stars. I have been to this place twice, once with co-worker and once on a double date. Both shows I went to was amazing, it was none-stop laughing the entire time. I woke up the next day and actually noticed…
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by John R.

5 of 5 stars. I don't know what I can add to the reviews, but as a visitor to Chicago, I'll never let another weekend in Chicago go by without making all efforts to see whatever's showing at Second City.…
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalie M.

5 of 5 stars. My god I was still laughing the next day. Between Barack and a Hard Place was frickin hilarious. Very intelligent skits and a great cast. I like that they aren't afraid to cross the line and be…
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa K.

5 of 5 stars. Hilarious! Everything about this place was great! The show had me in tears the whole time. The service from everyone was excellent! I would come back in a heart beat! Definitely a fun treat!
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by kaio b.

5 of 5 stars. Review for "Between Barack and a Hard Place" If you havent seen it yet, what are you waiting for ? Second city is legend in chicago so i dont wanna say anything that's not already been said. Went…
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica A.

5 of 5 stars. Just saw Between Barack and a Hard Place on the main stage. Very funny. I'd never been to Second City and wasn't expecting the set-up--- the set-up being groups of tables packed in w/cocktail servers…
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Debbie N.

5 of 5 stars. If you are going on the weekend, buy tickets at least a couple of days before, as tickets get sold-out. Pratfall of Civilization was so funny. It's all about our current American culture and how we…
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny R.

5 of 5 stars. There are so many other reviews for this place so I will just say, go see "Between Barack and a Hard Place" on the main stage while you still can. Each and every 6 performers were extremely talented…
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah K.

5 of 5 stars. When I think of Second City ... I get crazy homesick. God, I miss the city. Five Stars ... Five Stars.
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jef B.

4 of 5 stars. Just went to see "Between Barack and a Hard Place" and it was hysterical. This is one of the best entertainment options in the city, as long as you are willing to buy tickets and plan your evening…
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Hal C.

4 of 5 stars. The first time I went here it was great. Really surprising too, I didn't think I'd laugh as much as I did- I don't remember exactly what it was that we saw since it was so long ago, but it was good…
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Pat G.

5 of 5 stars. In all my time Yelping, how have I forgotten to review Second City? It has been a long time since I have been there, but it is always a good time. Ah, yes the good times, like when I was asked to go…
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephanie D.

5 of 5 stars. Whether you see a show here in Chicago...or in New York... or Michigan they are always a blast. As for the Wells location, the cast is always stocked and ready to please. The jokes are funny. At times…
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve J.

2 of 5 stars. I'm not a fan of this place. It's a tourist trap, I'm convinced. The jokes are so watered down and safe. A few of my reactions over the two times I've been there have been: - Oh HO, you made a funny…
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff S.

5 of 5 stars. I love Second City. This has always been one of my fave places in Chicago. It only cost 19 bucks. If you go on a night other than Friday you get to see an additional hour of improv. You can see many…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Shannon S.

5 of 5 stars. I couldn't believe I had never been to Second City before. I've talked about going for so long and finally made it over there last night to see Between Barack and a Hard Place. Talk about hilarious. I…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Grace K.

5 of 5 stars. Raw comedy, at its best.... Photos attached.
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by E. M.

5 of 5 stars. Best improv show I have ever seen! It was hysterical. The players all have really good chemistry onstage with one another and it made for a great show. I'd recommend this for anyone visiting the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam M.

5 of 5 stars. OVERVIEW 5 Stars, Incredible experience, impossible to say enough great things about this place. Comedy that is smart, witty, spontaneous, and so so affordable. Wish every city had one. i think the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Phillie P.

4 of 5 stars. Only went here on a Thursday night. Free improv at 10. Can't beat it. I'm basing my review on the few times I've been there. C'mon.. it's FREE!!!
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dan B.

4 of 5 stars. Went to see "Disposable Culture" at the etc. theater (a second theater two doors down from the original). It's one of those places where you can't help but laugh since everyone there is looking to…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica C.

4 of 5 stars. It's been a while since I've been back, but every time that I've gone, the shows have been hilarious! The cast is great and I always have fun there :) Hope to catch a show soon!
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer H.

5 of 5 stars. Second City is such a Chicago institution that, living here, I always forget how lucky I am to have it so close! I'm so glad my friend was visiting this weekend and I thought to take her, because…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennie S.

4 of 5 stars. Just saw Between Barack and a Hard Place. Hysterical! they even did an unscheduled 3rd Act when we went! I'm just not a huge fan of sitting behind giant men wearing huge coats that they won't take…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by emily l.

4 of 5 stars. we had so much fun at second city. we saw one of the "best of" shows, and it was hysterical. there's so much talent at this place. it's easy to see why many an snl alum have gotten their start here.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Johnny B.

5 of 5 stars. It has been over two years since I have been to Second City, and that's really a travesty. I saw one of the Best Of shows, which was great. However, that was almost topped by seeing all the old cast…
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kate K.

4 of 5 stars. I have to say that I can't remember much about the revue show I saw at Second City... I do remember that their musical numbers were tight and it was in spring of 2004, so they made jokes about Steve…
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Yelp.com Review - by Brittany C.

4 of 5 stars. I have now saw Disposable Nation at the Etc stage twice. Not on purpose, the second time was with a client. That said, it was just as funny the second time around! The cast is amazing, they even did…
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle W.

5 of 5 stars. I loved it, it was the first time I ever went to a comedy club.
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brenna M.

5 of 5 stars. I have to agree with Bridget : "Between Barack and a Hard Place" was freakin' awesome. I haven't laughed so hard in ages. I loved the Bracki's skit, the jazz mucisian skit, and the woman from the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Bridget E.

5 of 5 stars. I just saw the Mainstage show (Between Barack and a Hard Place, I think) and it was hilarious. I love going to see Second City. I highly recommend it--especially if you've got non-Chicagoans with…
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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Best comedy sketch shows anywhere!

The E.T.C is our favorite of the two Second City venues in Chicago (the other one being the Main Stage) because of its more intimate nature. Tables face the stage and if you arrive early enough (seating...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sid S.

4 of 5 stars. I know, I know... Second City is a Chicago institution that garners respect from improv and comedy lovers all over the world. I will not dispute that they have turned out some of the funniest,…
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily C.

4 of 5 stars. I have had friends who perform and write performances (put on) here. Sure, we don't have a Broadway in Chicago, but this is funny, and its not expensive for a good night out.
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave L.

5 of 5 stars. Hillarious! See where most of the great Chicago comedians first got their breaks. They keep the act up-to-date with current political/social events. The improv at the end is surprisingly funny as…
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ray L.

4 of 5 stars. I went to see a group called The Uncomfortables and they are hilarious! The theatre itself is easy to access from the Belmont stop and has a great seating arrangement inside. Minus 1 star though…
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Indy B.

4 of 5 stars. I thought Disposable Nation was hilarious. I laughed until my face ached. It's kind of grungy, but that was to be expected. Service was good and drinks were fine. They didn't push us to drink more…
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Angela B.

5 of 5 stars. Saw the Disposable Nation show the Friday before Christmas and it was HILLARIOUS. My husband was screaming with laughter, as anyone in the crowd will tell you. We were really impressed with the…
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna L.

3 of 5 stars. Had a great night of show here last Friday. We saw the performance of "War! Now In It's 4th Smash Year!" It was hilarious. Never a dull moment. Can't wait to see another show here.
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Ericka D.

4 of 5 stars. This has become somewhat of a late evening ritual I have with one of my friends, who clued me into the fact that they have FREE improv shows here on certain nights of the week. Since I started going…
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by molly c.

4 of 5 stars. i had a lot of fun here! a friend of a friend performs here and my friend (the non-performer) and i went to the show on monday. free tickets - HELLZ TO THE YEAH! (hans you rock!!) they started out a…
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Mo L.

4 of 5 stars. Second City is one of the leading sketch comedy/improv clubs in the nation. I saw the Disposable Nation show the other night. While highly political, it did tickle my funny bone. Most of the…
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Ian S.

3 of 5 stars. I might catch some flak for this, but Second City is highly overratted. I've seen two shows from the Chicago group and I really can't say I'd go back unless I was with people who had never seen improv…
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Frank P.

1 of 5 stars. I would give this place ZERO stars if I could. Think airplanes have tight seating? Try to squeeze your butt into the ridiculously overpacked theater at Second City! Seriously, I thought I was on…
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kate S.

5 of 5 stars. "War" was the most pee-in-your-pants funny show I've ever seen. I will definitely come back to see more of their performances. At 10pm some nights they have free improv shows, so next time I'll stick…
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah G.

4 of 5 stars. So so so funny. So impressive. Sucky drinks, but that's to be expected. I thought I hated improv but I was wrong - I hate bad improv. This is not that. Go if you're in the area. Someone…
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul M.

2 of 5 stars. After the show my girlfriend gave it 2.5 stars, I gave it 2. Moderately funny, way too political. It seems they are so hell bent on getting the political slant in there that that takes precedence…
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalie C.

4 of 5 stars. I've been to shows on the main stage as well as ones at Donny's Skybox (lots of new talent). Personally I enjoyed the shows at Donny's Skybox more than the main stage. I think it all depends if you…
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay C.

5 of 5 stars. second city is mos definitely one of the great think tanks and finer institutions Chicago has to offer. the foundation of improv comedy finds it routes back to second city and has a alumni list that…
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Chang W.

5 of 5 stars. I like to think of Chicago as my second city since I have visited so many times. Do you like how I worked the title into my review? Amazing ehhh? We have all heard about the comedic heavyweights that…
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Bonnie G.

3 of 5 stars. Oddly enough, I too went to Second City this weekend for War: Now In It's 4th Smash Year!...but I paid 18 bucks? Maybe b/c it was on a Sunday night? Also oddly enough, I think I liked the people who…
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Lasha G.

5 of 5 stars. Improv Troupe Member: Alright give me two words that begin with the letters M and B?? Audience Member # 1: Man Boobs!
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristin C.

5 of 5 stars. A Chicago Visitor's MUST (unless he or she has a fear of unscripted comedic performances. The only reason I add this little disclaimer is I do have a friend who has this fear. However, she lives in…
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathy B.

4 of 5 stars. I make it a point to go to The Second City at least twice a year. It's absolutely hysterical and the best improv show I've found in Chicago, but let me know if you've found a better one! This is also…
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly M.

5 of 5 stars. I've never regretted spendng an evening at Second City; I'm so impressed by these actors, as I did enough theater in college to know that improv is ridiculously hard. I remember sweating it out in…
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Nik M.

4 of 5 stars. 75% of the time I absolutly love second city! The other 25% of the time I'm not drinking for some odd reason. Okay so now you know it's way more funny when intoxicated but what isn't really. I…
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Vic B.

1 of 5 stars. I'll update this once I've actually been, but I did need to make a comment about the fact that they have become Ticketmaster in disguise. Since when did it cost you 50% in fees to go see Second…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Marcel M.

5 of 5 stars. I'm definitely going to head down here more and more. A friend was part of one of the shows (Stir-Friday Nights) and it was great to see them cranking through material. I never looked at a schedule…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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Great satiric comedy

After viewing "War: Now in Its Fourth Smash Year," I understand all the hype surrounding Second City and its wonderful history. The show was amazingly entertaining and at times hilarious. The only drawback is...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe P.

4 of 5 stars. It is hard to not love the shows that they put on at Second City. For some reason the entire idea of going to a show here ends up feeling touristy, so I only end up going when I have friends or…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Melanie K.

5 of 5 stars. Hysterical! I need to go back soon. The performers are extremely talented and do a great job of engaging with the audience. To get the full experience, sit up-close, shout out suggestions whenever…
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt R.

4 of 5 stars. Hysterical! If I'm in a bad mood I always spend a night at second city because these guys can definitely cheer you up. I don't know where they come up with this stuff, but it's pretty funny.
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Allison K.

4 of 5 stars. I went there for the first time a few months ago. I saw a very funny show, I forgot the name of the cast though. Even though we showed up late, it was not a problem finding a pair of seats in the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica M.

1 of 5 stars. I hate to do this, but I have to disagree with most of the reviewers. Although I've only seen the mainstage on two occasions, both were a big disappointment. It's scripted, not improv, and quite…
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2006
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Improv

If you have never tried improv comedy then you are missing out. Second city doesn't cost all that m...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel N.

5 of 5 stars. Hysterical! I went to the second city with friends last weekend and couldn't stop cracking up. Where do they come up with this stuff? These people are so talented!
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2006