Description: Interested in trying improv but not ready to commit to an 8-week class? This is your chance! Every week, one of our top-notch teachers leads a group of curious fun-seekers through a sequence of improv games and exercises designed to whet your appetite. No experience is necessary.
Times/Days: Various (Check Individual Listing Below)
Class Length: Approx. 75 mins.
For one night only, a legendary band is reuniting. You pick the songs they play—the massive hits, obscure b-sides, and corporate sell-outs. Along the way, they’ll share the stories behind the songs and the untold history of the band’s epic rise and fall. Also…this band doesn’t exist. And all of this is made up.
Faking the Band is a hilarious romp featuring Chicago’s best Musical Comedians alongside a stellar 3-piece band.
“HILARIOUS!” – TimeOut
Approximate Runtime: 60 Minutes
The Revival – 906 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Registration for “All Kinds of Minds: Improv for Neurodivergent Youth” is now closed. Stay tuned for additional sessions!
All Kinds of Minds: Improv for Neurodivergent Youth (AKM) is a supportive, low-pressure space where neurodivergent youth—including those with autism, ADHD, anxiety, developmental disabilities, and other unique ways of thinking—can explore the art of improv at their own pace. The class emphasizes comfort, creativity, and connection. AKM is facilitated by Catrina Hughes M.S., CCC-SLP, Licensed Educator who brings over 15 years of experience supporting neurodivergent youth in education & therapy settings. In a calm, easy-going environment, students enjoy games designed to spark imagination, build collaboration, and let their silly side shine—without pressure or judgment. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, make friends, or just have a great time in a safe and accessible space, AKM is for you!
Registration for “Yes & Co.” is now closed. Stay tuned for additional sessions!
Yes & Co. is a four-week performing arts adventure where young creatives get to create and perform their own stories! Designed to spark imagination and build confidence, the class invites kids to explore improv, sketch comedy, stand-up, and more—all under the guidance of a professional teaching artist. Along the way, students will make friends, discover new skills, and experience the joy of collaboration and performance. Whether your child is new to the stage or already loves the spotlight, Yes & Co. is the perfect place to play, learn, and shine!
Improv Near Me is a one-of-a-kind, 360-degree comedy experience that brings the spirit of Chicago’s legendary improv scene to life—right in the round! Blending classic improv scenes, musical moments, and immersive staging, the show surrounds the audience with spontaneous storytelling and rapid-fire laughs, all while paying tribute to the iconic neighborhoods and landmarks that helped shape the art form. Whether you’re a lifelong local or just visiting the birthplace of improv, this high-energy celebration of Chicago’s comedic roots puts you right at the heart of the action—no map required.
Approximate Runtime: 60 Minutes
The Revival – 906 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Holiday Happy Hour is a one-of-a-kind comedy celebration that wraps the spirit of Chicago’s legendary improv scene in a big festive bow! Blending quick-witted scenes with merry musical moments, this holiday edition surrounds the audience with rapid-fire laughs that sparkle brighter than Michigan Avenue in December. From office-party mishaps to family traditions gone hilariously wrong, every moment pays tribute to the joyful chaos of the holidays—Chicago-style. Whether you’ve been naughty, nice, or just need a good laugh, Holiday Happy Hour puts you right at the heart of the season’s funniest moments—no sleigh required.
Approximate Runtime: 60 Minutes
The Revival – 906 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Description: Learn the fundamentals of improv in this fun, supportive, introductory class. We’ll cover listening, ensemble-building techniques, and the principle of “Yes and…” This is a great opportunity to try improv right at its birthplace in Chicago! No experience necessary. Each session concludes with a Student Showcase for friends and family.
Times/Days: Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 pm (11/4/25 – 12/16/25)
Student Showcase: Wednesday, December 17th (7:00pm)
Class Length: 7 weeks; 2.0 hrs. per week
Teacher: Lori McClain
Lori McClain has been an actor, singer, improviser, voice-over artist, teacher, and corporate trainer in Chicago for the past 30+ years. She toured with The National Touring Company of the Second City, including a USO Tour to Iraq and Kuwait in 2004, and starred in Second City Theatricals productions, “Rod Blagojevich, Superstar!” (Patty Blagojevich) and “The Real-ish Housewives” (Baroness Ravonka). She has improvised with “Sirens Improv” for over 20 years, and has appeared in dozens of television commercials (Lyrica, KFC), and in TV dramas (Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and 61st Street). She’s performed most recently in the fully improvised musical, “Blank! The Musical” at The Revival, and has narrated several audiobooks.
Description: The Advanced Track is a 3-part sequence of classes intended for improvisers who have completed our (or others’) program and are interested in continuing their improv journey with students of similar experience levels.
Classes include:
Improv: Lab
Times/Days: Tuesdays 6:00-9:00pm (11/4/25 – 12/16/25)
Final Performance: Tuesday, December 16th (8:00pm)
Class Length: 7 weeks/3.0 hrs. per week
Teacher: Sam Super
Sam (he/him/his) performs, writes and teaches comedy across the globe. For two years Sam performed in Amsterdam at the legendary Boom Chicago and recently returned to direct their critically acclaimed mainstage show. Other comedy credits include: The Second City’s Improv All-Stars, Baby Wants Candy, Revolver (iO Theater), The Deltones (iO Theater), ComedySportz Chicago, and several cruise ships with The Second City and Norwegian Cruise Lines. Sam teaches in the Improv and Conservatory programs at the Second City Training Center where he was honored as the 2017 Teacher of the Year.
Description: Sonal Aggarwal leads an empowering, 7-week stand-up comedy class designed exclusively for women/femme-identifying students. Whether you’re brand new to comedy or looking to sharpen your stage presence, this course offers a supportive space to find your voice, hone your material, and build confidence in performance. Through writing exercises, performance practice, and personalized feedback, you’ll not only develop a strong set but also connect with a community of women/femme-identifying comics who share your passion for laughter and self-expression.
Times/Days: Tuesdays 7:00-8:30 pm (11/4/25 – 12/16/25) ONLINE
Optional Student Showcase: Wednesday, December 17th (7:00pm)
Class Length: 7 weeks; 1.5 hrs. per week
Teacher: Sonal Aggarwal
Sonal Aggarwal is an actor, comedian, producer and movement artist. Her one woman show “The Alchemy of Bliss” played at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theater. You can see Sonal in Netflix’s “Easy” as well as the SXSW short “A Period Piece.” She is a regular host of the Moth.
Dorff, Jagodowski & Messing unites three of Chicago’s most acclaimed improvisers for a night of fearless comedy. Kevin Dorff, Emmy-winning writer for Late Night with Conan O’Brien and former Second City mainstage performer, joins T.J. Jagodowski—once dubbed “the best improviser in Chicago”—and Susan Messing, founding member of The Annoyance Theatre known for her sharp, grounded play. Together they’ll create a hilarious improvised performance out of nothing but trust and imagination.
Approximate Runtime: 60 Minutes
The Revival – 906 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Registration for “Ampersand: An Improv Showcial” is now closed. Stay tuned for additional sessions!
Each season, improvisers are placed on teams under the guidance of a designated Captain. The inaugural season includes four (4) weekly performances of 12-15 minutes each. “Special Guests” drop-in to provide a mix of star power and insider know-how that elevates the night’s play. The fun continues afterwards as participation includes complementary admission to The Revival’s evening performances featuring the city’s best improvisers, sketch artists and stand-up comics.
It’s equal parts comedy, camaraderie, and community—Ampersand: An Improv Showcial is where Chicago improvisers come to play!
Home for Hanukkah with Bubbe and Zayde is a hilarious show that brings the spirit of family, tradition, and good-natured kvetching to the stage! With quick wit, interactive audience moments, uproarious songs and a bisl of Yiddish, Bubbe and Zayde is the perfect blend of Jewish humor and holiday chaos. So schlep the whole family for 8 nights of laughter squeezed into one!
Approximate Runtime: 60 Minutes
The Revival – 906 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
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