Comedy theatre shows can be a cool, entertaining choice for anyone bored by “the usual” and looking for something different & fun to do. Chicago is famous for its outstanding comedians. A family can enjoy clean, profanity-free comedy shows and not need a babysitter. Comedy shows are a fun “date-night” idea for couples in a movie & dinner rut.
A comedy show is cooler than sitting on the couch, watching a comedian on Netflix; it’s also more of an adrenaline rush than sitting in yet another movie theatre, watching a film pass one by. There’s really no comparison.
Comedy shows in Lincoln Park area involve the audiences in the action. A hilarious “comedy referee” guides the set-up as the audience decides what happens next, and anyone who wants to can become part of the show. Different songs and scenes start to come into play. The show is made up out of thin air, and anyone who wants to volunteer becomes part of the show. People can also sit back and watch, if they prefer. No two shows are ever alike.
Online reviews of ComedySportz Theatre often turn up the phrases “fun,” “clean” and “family friendly.” Parents rave about laughing with their teens. Co-workers write about finally getting to know each other better outside their cubicles.
The talent performing at in Lincoln Park is impressive. Many of the talent also pursue stand-up comedy and film careers. Well-known alumni of the Lincoln Park comedy scene who’ve made it big in include Jason Sudeikis (Saturday Night Live, 30 Rock), and TV Host Wayne Brady (Let’s Make a Deal!)
- Getting involved onstage at a comedy theatre show, or even watching friends join in the action, is more exciting than yet another dinner & movie night.
- Clean-cut comedy theatre is good for all ages, families, corporate events, and friends. It’s more suitable for families than violent or sexy movies.
- The level of talent that performs in Lincoln Park’s comedy shows is impressive. Comedians from these stages have even gone on to perform on TV.
- Nearly 200 online reviewers of these shows rated it on a scale of 1 through 5 stars: on Yelp (4 stars) Google (4.3 stars) and Trip advisor (4.5 stars)
Many Chicago Shows in Lincoln Park begin weeknights at 8:00 p.m., Saturdays at 6:00 p.m., and Sundays at 7:00 p.m. Bar offerings may include beer, wine, craft beers, a non-alcoholic drink, soda, juice, and nightly specials.
