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Special Season Engagement

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Sweater

Dec 3 – 15, 2024

Leo K. Theater

Naughty? Nice? Hilarious. The Second City is Coming to Town! 

Are you tired of the same-old holiday reruns? Then skip them and dash to The Second City presents The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly SweaterWhat better way to send off 2024 than to roast it like chestnuts on an open fire? Festive family gatherings, office parties, classic holiday movies... nothing is off limits! The Second City proudly continues its 65-year tradition of delivering innovative, fast-paced satirical comedy with this fresh take on festive fun. Stuffed with seasonal songs, sketches, and of course, a generous helping of our world-famous improv comedy, it’s a holiday show you can actually look forward to!

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Meet the Artists

Ensemble

Andrew Baldwin

George Elrod

Chas Lilly

Phylicia McLeod

Cat Savage

Annie Sullivan

Creative

Jeff Griggs

Director

Michael Oldham

Music Director

Rebecca Gilman

Stage Manager

 

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Since opening its doors as a humble comedy cabaret in 1959, The Second City has grown to become the world's premier improv and sketch comedy institution. Boasting stages, Touring Companies, and Training Centers across North America, The Second City has served as the launch pad for some of the world's foremost comedic talents.

Its illustrious alumni list includes names such as John Belushi, John Candy, Chris Farley, Tina Fey, Keegan-Michael Key, Eugene Levy, Tim Meadows, Bill Murray, Mike Myers, Suzy Nakamura, Catherine O'Hara, Amy Poehler, Gilda Radner, Sam Richardson, Joan Rivers, Amber Ruffin, Jason Sudeikis, and Steven Yeun, among countless others. The Second City has been the first name in laughter for over sixty years!