Location: Central
Top Things to do in Central
What to do and see in Central, Illinois (IL): The Best Comedy Clubs
The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
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1. Drunk Shakespeare
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 116 reviews
"The best thing to ever happen to the theater" Slate Magazine "A live action Drunk History" TimeOut Magazine "Zany, rowdy and debaucherous" New York Times. One actor has 5 shots of whiskey and then attempts to perform in a Shakespeare play. There is a hidden library at 182 N Wabash Ave with over 10,000 books. Running Time: 90 minutes. Food & drink available. 21+ only. Photo ID required.
Reviewed By 366kg - Chicago, United States
Shakespeare and Chicago Improv, I’m in heaven. Shout out to a hard working and talented cast. They have No fear. Small and intimate space. No bad seats. Easy to get to Loop location. Drinking highly encouraged.
2. The iO Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
The Legendary iO Theater has helped train and develop the talents of an entire generation of America's best and brightest comedic entertainers for over 35 years. Located in the heart of Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, the iO Theater features 4 theaters (with shows 7 nights a week), 2 bars, a kitchen, beer garden, and Event space.
Reviewed By iTravelKY - Shepherdsville, United States
Very talented group of improv actors. Audience participation was a must and the stage did not fail to impress. Very clean act.... some innuendo and the only F bomb thrown out was an appropriate comment. Lots of laughs
3. Zanies Comedy Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 97 reviews
Chicago's original home for stand up comedy. National headliners 7 nights a week. Celebrating 41 years of laughter. EST. 1978
Reviewed By rickbocek - Kankakee, United States
Zanies is a great comedy club. Although it is small, it always fills up.. Definitely need reservations . Serving drinks and some food. Many great comedians started here..Going back soon.
4. The Comedy Bar
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 87 reviews
As a company, we believe that sticking to the basics and doing them really, really well is the best path to success. It is exemplified in our name, our programming and even the venue itself. We offer great comedy, for a decent price, in a beautiful room that serves quality food/drinks with exceptional guest service. People don't visit our venue just for the comedians on our stage, they come to us for an EXPERIENCE. The Comedy Bar's motto is "Comedy Done Differently" and we stick to this principle in everything we do.
