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Legendary sketch comedy and improv theater & Training Center. https://t.co/TYZ6a8rQFx
Chicago, IL
Joined March 2009
The Second City is proud to announce our first-ever Artistic Advisory Board. This Esteemed 15-member board will help guide The Second City’s creative direction and uphold the creative values of our institution!. Read More Here: #Secondcity #Improv
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Congratulations to the Atlanta Falcons for not having to go to the White House this year! #SuperBowl.
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The Second City does not condone the punching of Baby Yoda by alumnus Jason Sudeikis. Please respect our privacy during this difficult time. #TheMandalorian.
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25 years ago today, we lost a legend. John Candy’s generosity of spirit and immense talent is still felt in the work we do every day at The Second City, and we send our love to his incredible family and his millions of fans--all of whom he'd call friends.
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That moment when @ARizzo44 and @kschwarb12 start an impromptu "Lean On Me." (cc: @Cubs, @RizzoFoundation)
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"I realized what comedy is. It's hitting on the truth before the other guy thinks of it.". Be sure to catch #LoveGilda on @CNN, Tuesday, January 1st at 8pm C/ST.
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20 years ago, the world lost a comedy giant. Sending our love to Chris Farley's family, friends, and his millions of fans today.
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Happy Candy Day! In honor of John Candy's 70th birthday, @cityofto has proclaimed Oct. 31 John Candy Day. What a perfect way to celebrate a true character king whose talent was only outshined by his tremendously kind spirit. #JohnCandy #JohnCandyDay
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It all began with Barbara Harris. When lights came up for the very first time at The Second City on opening night in 1959, it was Barbara in the spotlight, a place she truly belonged.
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That moment when tourists Steve & Nancy bring the kids by Second City for a good old-fashioned Carell family outing.
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The Second City is devastated to share alumnus & friend Michael McCarthy has passed away. A revered SC cast member & writing instructor Our deepest condolences to his wife Susan & step-daughter Sofia, whom he doted on with all of his being. He made this world brighter & funnier❤️
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“When in doubt, play insane.”. Catherine O'Hara is a comedy queen, and we are lucky to have her in our lives: (h/t @NewYorker)
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Love & Basketball & Second City . Shout out to the reigning NBA champion @warriors for coming to see 'Dream Freaks Fall From Space' last night!
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SECOND CITY UPDATE: We are safe. THANK YOU for all the kind words and support. http://t.co/m0FMlo5wxz.
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❤️ this ⭐️ studded tribute to @Realeugenelevy with Martin Short, Catherine O'Hara, Andrea Martin, Steve Martin, the @SchittsCreek cast. and a whole lot of other Eugene stans.
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The Chicago Cubs, so hot right now. Chicago Cubs. Thanks for coming to see us this weekend!
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Saddened by the loss of our dear friend Fred Willard.
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For an open concept tomorrow, vote #PropertyBrothers for Co-Presidents of the United States:
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SC & NYC?!. Talk about a match made in comedy heaven!. Our first-ever physical NYC location will open Summer of 2023! The space will feature a newly built mainstage theater, seven classrooms, and a full-service restaurant and bar in Williamsburg!. "In Newwwwwww Yorkkkkkkkkkk!"🗽
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Second City to open Harold Ramis Film School, world's first film school dedicated to comedy:
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A JaVale McGee-sized thank you to Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors for coming to the Mainstage last night!
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60 years ago, The Second City opened its doors on a snowy Chicago night. Thank you to the countless fans, staff members, and alumni who have helped make this place so magical. and keep those suggestions coming. #SecondCity60
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"I didn't realize until years later, not just that I was seeing the best people in Chicago, but they were also the best people in the world.". @sethmeyers reflects on the early '90s Chicago comedy scene on #HotOnes ➜ (h/t @firstwefeast + @seanseaevans)
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#IAmChrisFarley Q&A: The one sketch Chris Farley ever wrote for SNL was called "Puppy Lawyer & Doggy Doctor." It was 14-pages, never aired.
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Happy birthday to this strapping young improviser who would someday grow up to be @SteveCarell.
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The Second City, like the rest of the world, is saddened by the news of @ValerieHarper's passing. She was a brilliant star, both on and off the stage and screen, and our sympathies are with her family, friends, co-stars, and fans.
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“I look for the meaning in what’s funny, and I look for what’s funny about things that are meaningful to me.”. Celebrating the legendary Harold Ramis on what would have been his 74th birthday. @ramisfilmschool
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Can't wait to work with @ARizzo44 TONIGHT at Laugh-Off for Cancer. Maybe we'll see some vintage @kschwarb12 too.
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What 31 years of love and respect looks like. Watch the full Amy Sedaris - @StephenAtHome interview here: (h/t @colbertlateshow, @AHWAmySedaris)
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HUGE NEWS!!!😮. We're moving!!!! 🥳. Our brand-new facility in Arlington Heights is slated to open in March of 2024! The in-development, state-of-the-art complex will have 30 classrooms and 10 brand-new theaters for in-house productions. Learn more:.
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ICYMI: Yes, there's a fire. And we're working on it. #YesAnd #YesAndLifestyle
http://t.co/kiqkBId6vZ.
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The Second City is sad to report the passing of alum Michael Lehrer. He helped create four original sketch revues for The Second City, including the Jeff Award winner for Best Revue, Sky’s The Limit (Weather Permitting). Rest in peace Michael❤️
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Happy Birthday to one of the first ladies of comedy! 🥳. Catherine O'Hare you are an icon!. Quick Facts:.Started at Second City waiting tables.Won an Emmy for her work on SCTV.Hired by SNL in 1981, but quit before appearing on an episode. We hope it's an amazing one❤️
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A great win for a great guy! Congratulations, Bill Hader!. (h/t @SecondCityLA, @hbo, @nbcsnl, #Emmys, #Barry)
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Excited to announce the cast for our 106th Mainstage revue:.-Ryan Asher.-Tyler Davis.-Kelsey Kinney.-Jeff Murdoch.-Tien Tran.-Nate Varrone
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The Second City is sad to learn of the passing of alum Noah Gregoropoulos from cancer. He was 63. A legendary teacher of improv and coach…❤️
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Thanks so much to former TourCo member @SteveYeun and new @WalkingDead_AMC friends for stopping by last night! http://t.co/OiASgcKOHm.
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Excited to announce the cast of our 107th Mainstage revue:.Ryan Asher.Tyler Davis.Nate Varrone.Jeff Murdoch.Kimberly Michelle Vaughn.Emily Fightmaster. Matt Hovde directs his 10th resident stage revue, accompanied by Music Director Vinnie Pillarella & Stage Manager Craig Taylor.
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The Second City is heartbroken to share that our longtime stage manager–and invariably the funniest person in the room–Craig Taylor passed away Friday evening after several months of declining health.
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"We're gonna win today. We're gonna win EVERY. SINGLE. GAME." - Bill Murray. Let's do this, Chicago! #FlyTheW
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It's alarming how charming Bill Murray is singing 'West Side Story' on @colbertlateshow . WATCH:
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All the people in the audience when they found out the President of the Academy was black #Oscars
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Happy birthday to a legendary SC alum, the late, great Chris Farley. http://t.co/jULH0L9fg0.
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"My favorite impersonation of me would be the one done by @realeugenelevy on SCTV." @jeopardy icon Alex Trebek speaks his truth in his bestselling new memoir 'The Answer Is. Reflections on My Life.' #HighQ #AlexTrebel
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Count us among Tina Fey's bazillions of fans. Tina Fey Surprises Fans While They Thank Her: (h/t @FallonTonight, @MeanGirlsBway)
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It's Chris Farley Day today!🥳🎂. A legend lost too soon; today, he would be 59 years old. ❤️.We're eating some cake for you down here Chris. we miss ya. Have a favorite Chris character?!. #ChrisFarley #SecondCity
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Super excited to team up with @ARizzo44 & the Cubs for 'Laugh-Off for Cancer' on Thursday! ➜
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Gaga said "hi" to her parents and plays a keytar in a spike aluminum suit. This is my America. #PepsiHalftime #Superbowl.
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Stay tuned for Coldplay & other acts who are way more exciting than Coldplay that we added after we realized we'd booked Coldplay!#superbowl.
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Remembering a legend. Watch Barbara Harris in her element on The Second City stage.
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Just over two months before his passing, Fred Willard graciously shared his talent and his unparalleled improv skills with us in this digital short. We'll miss you, Fred.
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Emma Stone, u would be NOTHING without Superbad!!!!.
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“I am a woman. I directed something. It’s rated R. And a comedy. And studio-released. And I feel pretty good about that.” - @BlockersMovie director and Second City alumna @KayKayCannon. Check out Kay's @VanityFair interview about her directorial debut:
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To say nothing is to be complicit. Black lives, stories, art, and souls matter.
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Tonight, we wish a Very Merry Lights Out to living legend Craig Taylor, who is retiring after spending 40 years in the booth. and maybe sometimes in our hearts, too.
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"Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment & making the best of it.".Miss you Gilda. Happy BDay
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Saturday Night Live's new hires are looking pretty good! Congrats to Alison Gates, @AlanLinic and Eli Mandel! ➜
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Fifty-three years ago today, a legend was born. Happy Birthday (and thank you), Chris Farley.
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Get yourself a comedy partner who looks at you the way @KeeganMKey looks at #Oscar winner @JordanPeele. #comedytruelove
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Happy to announce casting for the Mainstage's 108th revue. Congrats to all!
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We may need a minute. Stephen Colbert gets starstruck next to Eugene Levy & Catherine O'Hara (via @colbertlateshow).
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'I understand Islamaphobia is bad, but my whole platform is Islamaphobia.'.@realDonaldTrump .#debate.
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Comedy for a cause! @ARizzo44 hosting second annual comedy night to benefit cancer patients:
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It was great having Adam DeVine at 'Fool Me Twice, Déjà Vu' last night!
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Trump: Putin is not my best friend. <Putin rips off his half of a best friend charm, throws it away>.#debatenight #debate.
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From Barf to Burton Mercer, the characters John Candy is best remembered for are usually the big-hearted buffoons that captured our hearts. 25 years after his passing, we look back at the irrefutable life lessons we learned from his movies: #JohnCandy
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Holy Schitt! @Realeugenelevy stopped by the @ramisfilmschool for a student Q&A today. (📷 Tim Schmidt)
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People with solid temperaments, don't get riled up arguing about their solid temperament #debates.
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Happy Birthday, Amy Poehler! May your day be wonderful and your waffles plenty!
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Did you know @StephenAtHome's "Favorite Song" features @donaldglover, @chancetherapper. and @JRRTolkien?. WATCH: (h/t @RollingStone)
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Peyton looks STUNNING in his capri spandex leggings by Under Armor & croptop jersey-knit blouse. No matter what he's a winner tonite!.
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CATHERINE. O'HARA. FOREVER. The @SchittsCreekPop Star Has a Plan to Keep Moira Rose Alive Forever: (h/t @IndieWire)
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