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What travellers are saying
- FromThe352Jacksonville, FL33 contributionsMy wife and I went to Don’t Quit Your Daydream and sat in premium seats. The show and service were great. The venue was very convenient to Uber to and from. We highly recommend and would go again.Written 15 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Michelle INew Orleans, LA6 contributionsThis was a magical evening. Grab your friends. Grab a bite to eat. Come and be immersed in an amazing evening of some really talent actors performing Shakespeare like you have never seen it before!Written 10 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StacyDarlington, IN7 contributionsOur family attended the 8 pm Friday show of ComedySportz while on vacation in Chicago. Having never been to an improv show we didn’t know what to expect but I am so glad we decided to go. The show was very upbeat and interactive with audience members. The improv actors are entertaining and talented beyond belief. It was a great night out with our two teenagers!!Written 22 October 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GmanbumpyChicago, IL650 contributionsThe Shakespeare improv is the best! These are a talented group of actors. I have been here several times and I am amazed at how different each show is and how clever and talent the actors are. I have come with family and I have come with friends. I don’t know about you but in the last couple months I could use a laugh. The Shakespeare improv delivers.I have only come for the Shakespeare. I would assume the other shows are equally well done. I have found this is a great event to plan with a group. The tickets are a reasonable $20 plus fees. The bar is reasonably priced and drinks can be brought into the theater. The staff worked with me to see our group of 14 together. They were very nice and helpful. There are restaurants and bars within a block of the theater. We found the theater bar to be perfectly adequate and they serve appetizers to order.Written 13 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Keely W76 contributionsI had no idea what to expect. I knew it was a one woman show and bingo was played at some point. It was HILARIOUS! As a Catholic school “survivor” there was so much to laugh at. All the other audience members laughed as well. I will admit there were moments I found more humor in it than others but that made it that much more enjoyable all around. I’ll be back for Late Night Catechism soon enough!Written 17 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robin DCarmichael, CA8 contributionsMy husband and I attended the brunch improv show and it was hilarious. The comedians ask for ideas from the audience and creatively weave it into various skits. Sometimes I felt bad for the comedians based on the poor or vulgar suggestions from the audience, but they did not let anyone down. We ordered drinks and they were delivered without interruption to the show.Written 15 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kendu24265 contributionsWent here with family on our trip to Chicago. Small, intimate theater with a rich comedic history. Stage is small which would be difficult for a physical comic, but the crowd is very close, so good vantage points for patrons. Having been to a lot of comedy shows, I appreciate the close proximity to the performers. A great place to discover up and coming talent. The venue would maybe benefit from expanding in size if possible just to accompany more people, thus a little more space. Then again as long as the comedians stay funny, laughter can cure all!Written 30 December 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- waterdanceMcAllen, TX616 contributionsWhen in Chicago, go see improv at the Annoyance theatre or at IO Chicago. The Annoyance theatre tends to break the rules with their improv. I came on a Saturday night and saw House and Brew. They are one of their house improv teams. It was good not as good as I had expected though having seen many of their other shows. I also stuck around for their Burlesque show at 10:30. It was a very good sketch show and yes they end up going topless. The character work was great.Written 29 May 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- mhersheyNorthfield, IL540 contributionsI can't believe I didn't know about this show until now! The players are talented, funny, and creative-- tons of unexpected moments.. Our show was called Barb's 70th Birthday and they took it to a weird and hilarious place. We actually went home humming some of the songs! I can't wait to go again.Written 7 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Angie CLivonia, MI28 contributionsIt was very helpful to read the reviews to know what door to go in. Their were three comedians, the second one Erica Nicole Clark was HILARIOUS and stole the show. She should be the headliner. The drinks were pricey but delicious. We did VIP seating which was much more than general and totally worth
It. The tickets were much more i expensive than the other comedy clubs.Written 6 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kristen B.10 contributionsThis is a neat venue with a friendly staff. The format is good- they just need funnier comedians. I’m sure it’s a hit or miss, but most of the comedians we saw were raunchy and/ not funny. I’d return and try again.Written 8 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Meredith-SanDiegoSan Diego, CA714 contributionsA groups of friends and I found ourselves stranded in the city after our river bot tour was cancelled as result of terrible weather. Embracing spontaneity we popped into Laugh Out Loud knowing that the art of improvisation is just as famous as the crime heads of old in this city in hopes of experiences some raw Chicago culture. It did not disappoint! Despite being a bar, any shows before the hour of 9p are family-friendly. Tickets run $20 and are your hard earned money well spent! Side splitting laughter at this all female cast (that evening) and great hang out spot when the show wraps.Written 30 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Worldtraveler1608Corpus Christi, Texas11 contributionsI loved this non-stop, high energy production. It was great laughter therapy. The cast were so talented with wonderful singing voices. I totally recommend this showWritten 1 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Relax228403652602 contributionsGreat intimate spot for a date. They have a cool self-serve drink wall where you can taste a lot of different local craft beers and ciders. We will definitely go again.Written 10 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- April ACincinnati, OH33 contributionsWe came for the Saturday night show "The Starship Edsel" and had a ball! Small theatre, felt very intimate, they have a bar and nooks and crannies to hang out in until the show starts. We didn't expect it to be truly improv, but it was! Made the experience sooooo much better than we were even expecting. We've already recommended this theatre to our friends and plan to follow the show online when they do livestreaming. Can't wait to come back!Written 12 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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