Looking to get some laughs?
When it comes to comedy, there's plenty to keep you busy this week, from Ron Funches to an improv show.
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Ron Funches' Merriment Marauder Tour @ Thalia Hall
From the event description:
Ron Funches is a triple threat. He is an excellent stand-up comedian, actor and writer. Ron has built an impressive acting resume. Whether it's lending his voice to projects like Trolls, Bob's Burgers and Adventure Time or his memorable acting roles on The Goldbergs, Black•ish, New Girl, Transparent, Powerless and Undateable. He even made being a gang member likable in the film Get Hard. His personal appearances include Conan, The Tonight Show, @midnight, Chopped, Cupcake Wars and many more.
When: Thursday, June 20, 7 p.m.
Where: Thalia Hall, 1807 S. Allport St.
Price: $27 (GA Seated). More ticket options available.
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Second City's Salute to Pride 2019
From the event description:
“The Second City’s Salute to Pride” is an all-new, all-queer variety show performed entirely by an all-LGBTQIA+ cast. Hosted by Chicago drag queen sensation Lucy Stoole and directed by ringmaster Mick Napier, this cornucopia of sketch comedy, song and drag is a bonafide rainbow of entertainment flavors that outrageously celebrates all things Pride! Whether you're a queen, a kween or just love the music of Queen, sashay your way right into this party on a stage.
When: Tuesday, June 18, 8 p.m.
Where: UP Comedy Club, 230 W. North Ave.
Price: $13
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Devil's Daughter
From the event description:
Improv comedy reaches new heights when placed within the structure known as the Harold, a performative feedback loop of intertwined scenes and bits that build on each other toward a big finish. Few groups perform the Harold better than the clever troupe Devil's Daughter, who you can see with their Harold compadres Scout in a riotous double billing at famed Chicago improv outlet iO Theater. You'll laugh, you'll cry with laughter, and then you'll laugh some more.
When: Tuesday, June 18, 10:30 p.m.
Where: iO Theater, 1501 N. Kingsbury St.
Price: Free
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The Part Dog Show
From the event description:
A fully improvised, unscripted, unrehearsed dramatic play worthy of the highest stages in the land. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll get a little confused and then you'll laugh again.
When: Thursday, June 20, 8 p.m.
Where: Laugh Out Loud Chicago, 3851 N. Lincoln Ave.
Price: $5
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"ComedySportz"
From the event description:
Fans of comedy and improv shows like "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" will love Chicago's "ComedySportz," a fun, fast-paced event that's great for the whole family. Two highly skilled teams battle for laughs and points as they create scenes, games and songs on the spot with audience participation and suggestions incorporated into the act. It's never the same show twice, and you might even end up on stage yourself! The competition moves at a blazing pace, and you ultimately get to decide the winner.
When: Thursday, June 20, 8 p.m.
Where: The ComedySportz Theatre, 929 W. Belmont Ave.
Price: $12.50
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