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Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again
Dec26
Theatre & Performing Arts

Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again

Clownshow is proud to present Blake Montgomery in his award-winning solo production Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again, at Theater Wit, 1229 W.…

Friday, December 26th
7:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit
Dec26
Theatre & Performing Arts

Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit

Christmas Day is in our grasp. Why the vodka? Glad you asked! The tot from The Grinch has grown, you see! She’s cursing and drinking,…

Friday, December 26th
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
First Date Comedy Gameshow
Dec26
Music & Comedy

First Date Comedy Gameshow

Welcome to The Laugh Factory – Chicago, the ultimate destination for a night of laughter in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. Join us on December…

Friday, December 26th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Missed Call Sketch Comedy Show
Dec26
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Missed Call Sketch Comedy Show

Missed Call is a premier Chicago comedy group that writes and performs an entirely new sketch show every Friday — inspired by the audience’s suggestion!

Friday, December 26th
8:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
Trapped in a Musical – an improvised musical
Dec26
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Trapped in a Musical – an improvised musical

Trapped in a Musical is a completely improvised Broadway-style show created before your very eyes. It’s the opening and closing night of a brand new…

Friday, December 26th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit
Dec26
Theatre & Performing Arts

Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit

Christmas Day is in our grasp. Why the vodka? Glad you asked! The tot from The Grinch has grown, you see! She’s cursing and drinking,…

Friday, December 26th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
Hitch*Cocktails
Dec26
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Hitch*Cocktails

A Chicago based improv comedy show and drinking game based on the works of Alfred Hitchcock. Based on an audience suggestion, the cast weave together…

Friday, December 26th
10:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again
Dec27
Theatre & Performing Arts

Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again

Clownshow is proud to present Blake Montgomery in his award-winning solo production Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again, at Theater Wit, 1229 W.…

Saturday, December 27th
7:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit
Dec27
Theatre & Performing Arts

Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit

Christmas Day is in our grasp. Why the vodka? Glad you asked! The tot from The Grinch has grown, you see! She’s cursing and drinking,…

Saturday, December 27th
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
Chicago’s Best Stand Up
Dec27
Music & Comedy

Chicago’s Best Stand Up

Welcome to The Laugh Factory – Chicago, where Chicago’s Best Stand Up will be taking the stage on December 27, 2025, at 9:15 PM. Get…

Saturday, December 27th
9:15 p.m.11:15 p.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Dec27
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Best Of Annoyance Sketch

Enjoy the best sketch comedy Chicago has to offer! The Annoyance Theatre has been at the crux of the comedy scene in Chicago for over…

Saturday, December 27th
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
The Nasty Show: Tiny Thickemz
Dec27
Dec28
Music & Comedy

The Nasty Show: Tiny Thickemz

Welcome to The Nasty Show: Tiny Thickemz at The Laugh Factory – Chicago! This December 27th, prepare to be blown away by the one and…

Saturday, December 27th
11:30 p.m.Sunday, December 28th
1:30 a.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit
Dec28
Theatre & Performing Arts

Who’s Holiday! at Theater Wit

Christmas Day is in our grasp. Why the vodka? Glad you asked! The tot from The Grinch has grown, you see! She’s cursing and drinking,…

Sunday, December 28th
3:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again
Dec28
Theatre & Performing Arts

Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again

Clownshow is proud to present Blake Montgomery in his award-winning solo production Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs ‘A Christmas Carol’ Again, at Theater Wit, 1229 W.…

Sunday, December 28th
7:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
Chicago’s Best Stand Up
Dec28
Music & Comedy

Chicago’s Best Stand Up

Welcome to Chicago’s Best Stand Up at The Laugh Factory – Chicago, featuring some of the city’s finest comedians. Get ready for a night of…

Sunday, December 28th
9:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Chicago’s Best Stand Up
Dec28
Music & Comedy

Chicago’s Best Stand Up

Welcome to Chicago’s Best Stand Up at The Laugh Factory – Chicago! Join us on December 28, 2025, at 9:00 PM for a night of…

Sunday, December 28th
9:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Stand Ups Sit Down Comedy Showcase
Dec29
Music & Comedy

Stand Ups Sit Down Comedy Showcase

Welcome to The Laugh Factory in Chicago, Illinois – the ultimate hotspot for comedy lovers! Join us on December 29, 2025, at 8:00 PM for…

Monday, December 29th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Fresh Faces of Chicago
Dec30
Music & Comedy

Fresh Faces of Chicago

Welcome to The Ground Name, your go-to destination for live events in Chicago, Illinois! Join us on December 30, 2025, at 7:30 PM for an…

Tuesday, December 30th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre
Jan2
Jan3
Theatre & Performing Arts

Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre

Each week, Chicago comics bring the freshest, most experimental new material to the Annoyance for the Comedy Hour. The weekly show is an eclectic mix…

Friday January 2, 2026
12:00 a.m.Saturday January 3, 2026
1:00 a.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Missed Call Sketch Comedy Show
Jan2
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Missed Call Sketch Comedy Show

Missed Call is a premier Chicago comedy group that writes and performs an entirely new sketch show every Friday — inspired by the audience’s suggestion!

Friday January 2, 2026
8:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
Trapped in a Musical – an improvised musical
Jan2
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Trapped in a Musical – an improvised musical

Trapped in a Musical is a completely improvised Broadway-style show created before your very eyes. It’s the opening and closing night of a brand new…

Friday January 2, 2026
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Hitch*Cocktails
Jan2
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Hitch*Cocktails

A Chicago based improv comedy show and drinking game based on the works of Alfred Hitchcock. Based on an audience suggestion, the cast weave together…

Friday January 2, 2026
10:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Jan3
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Best Of Annoyance Sketch

Enjoy the best sketch comedy Chicago has to offer! The Annoyance Theatre has been at the crux of the comedy scene in Chicago for over…

Saturday January 3, 2026
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre
Jan9
Jan10
Theatre & Performing Arts

Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre

Each week, Chicago comics bring the freshest, most experimental new material to the Annoyance for the Comedy Hour. The weekly show is an eclectic mix…

Friday January 9, 2026
12:00 a.m.Saturday January 10, 2026
1:00 a.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
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