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Posted inArts & Culture

Second City is looking for a buyer

by Deanna Isaacs October 6, 2020August 18, 2021

The comedy powerhouse is up for sale for only the second time in its 60-year history.

Posted inArts & Culture

Andrew Alexander out at Second City

by Kerry Reid June 5, 2020August 18, 2021

In the wake of backlash on institutional racism, the longtime owner announces his departure.

Posted inBlogs

Reader’s Agenda Mon 9/30: A Study in Midwest Appropriation, Bernie Sahlin’s celebration, and First Class

by Jillian Sandler September 30, 2013August 19, 2021

What’s on the Reader‘s Agenda for Monday, September 30

Posted inBlogs

Second City’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

by Albert Williams December 17, 2009August 19, 2021

A report on Second City’s weekend of anniversary festivities.

Posted inArts & Culture

The Second City’s 50th Anniversary Weekend

by Sam Adams December 10, 2009August 19, 2021

December 11-13

Posted inBlogs

Second City gears up for its 50th anniversary

by Albert Williams August 7, 2009August 19, 2021

Second City won’t be improvising its 50th-anniversary celebration. Plans are being carefully laid to mark the landmark event, and nothing is being left to chance.

Posted inBlogs

Alk of the town

by J.R. Jones January 9, 2009August 19, 2021

Chicago Film Archives presents a series on Chicago filmmaker Howard Alk.

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