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Home » Scott Adsit

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Posted inBlogs

The iO Theater’s Bentwood Comedy Festival arrives with an abundance of talent

by Steve Heisler July 24, 2018August 18, 2021

In its freshman year, this ten-day comedy bacchanalia approaches improv from all angles.

Posted inArts & Culture

How Scott Adsit went from patio serenades to 30 Rock

by Brianna Wellen March 17, 2017August 18, 2021

The comedian headlines the Chicago Improv Festival, where he’ll be awarded for his achievements in the art.

Charna Halpern learned her way around a construction site during the six-month overhaul of iO’s new building.
Posted inArts & Culture

iO makes a big move into founder Charna Halpern’s ‘dream theater’

by Brianna Wellen August 13, 2014August 18, 2021

iO leaves behind two decades of history as it moves to founder Charna Halpern’s “dream theater.”

Thora Birch
Posted inArts & Culture

In Chicago, comics do it by the seat of their pants

by Jena Cutie March 28, 2013August 19, 2021

No fooling: The 16th annual Chicago Improv Festival kicks off April 1.

Posted inBlogs

Miracle workers: Scott Adsit and friends improvise at iO

by Tony Adler June 15, 2012August 19, 2021

Scott Adsit and guests deliver great long-form improv

Does Amy Schumer do comedy just for laughs? Well, one hopes she gets paid, too.
Posted inArts & Culture

What’s so funny about TBS Just for Laughs?

by Rebecca Cohen June 1, 2012August 19, 2021

Highlights of the fourth annual Just for Laughs comedy fest

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