On the Scene: the Chicago Comedy Series
This is a retrospective On the Scene report, because this event happened nearly a full month ago. Where has the spring gone from us? It's almost May, and we haven't had a chance to realize we shouldn't be wearing our winter coats still (well, in Chicago it's possible it's still required). We thought we'd take the chance to highlight last month's show with some delightful photos, while alerting you to the fact that the monthly variety showcase is happening AGAIN this month, in just mere days (April 25 to be exact!).
Members of Duchess.
Stand-up comedian Kumail Nanjiani.
The intimate studio space of the Apollo Theater is literally rife with comedic performances as of late. It's cozy yet comfortable, and we imagine that even if the 50-seater wasn't full it would still feel well-attended... the night we attended the Comedy Series was the same night a group of high school kids from North Carolina were attending, too. Judging from their uproarious laughter and squeals, we're pretty sure they'll be taking tales of Chicago's Great Comedy back home with them to friends and family -- and the Chicago Comedy Series was one of the best shows they could have experienced in the city.
Jet Eveleth and Holly Laurent act out scenes from their i.O. show, I Live Next Door to Horses.
Warhammer reunited to perform this evening, and commandeer the theatre's bar for a scene.
You can see the show yourself the last Wednesday of every month, up until September (as scheduled currently). This month performers featured will be Andy Ross, Ben Seeder, Fried Green Durbins and Fox Force 5, with host Jared Logan.
All photos by Krystle Gemnich. Click here to see the full, amazing set.
