Best Humor Theaters In Chicago Near Me

4worldlovers:
Two self-important performers share what they know about live comedic theater - in the process, revealing what they don't.

Steamworks is a big gay musical in partnership with Chicago Steamworks bath house.

Search Bar is a sketch show based on the internet, social media, and technology that rule our world and the people in it. Tell Siri to put it on your calendar now.

Under the guidance of Artistic Director Mick Napier, The Annoyance provides excellent quality training

Based on Napier’s book, Improvise: Scene From the Inside Out, the Annoyance philosophy focuses on the individual, giving students feedback and support to allow them to find and enhance their personal point of view and creative voice.

If you see or experience harassment or discrimination, please report it to a member of our staff.


From the bar, our two theaters, and our studios, we have it all!

And auditions. They may also be rented for commercial use (classes/workshops) at our commercial rates.

Our Small (40 seat) and Mainstage (100 seat) theaters are also available for rental for corporate/special events and parties.

With shows 7 days a week, The Annoyance has something for everyone.

Come catch a show, hang out at the bar, take a class and meet some of the funniest people in comedy.

4worldlovers: Loyal Fans - Come see all our shows at Piper’s Alley (230 W. North Ave), in Chicago’s historic Old Town district.

Here’s where and when you can find all our great shows:


FRIDAYS @10PM - House Party - the Late Night Game Show. $25 • Piper’s Alley Blackout Cabaret


SATURDAYS @6PM - ComedySportz. $25 • Piper’s Alley Judy’s Beat Lounge

SATURDAYS @930PM - Trapped in a Musical. $25 • Piper’s Alley Blackout Cabaret


Piper’s Alley is easily accessible in a variety of ways.


CTA: Brown line Sedgwick stop, or 22 Clark bus will get you blocks away.


Driving: Take the LaSalle Drive exit off of Lake Shore Drive, follow the curve up to North Avenue and make a right. We are down a few blocks.

Come see the best new talent in Chicago. You get two shows for the price of one - Rec League opens the night and Minor League slams it home!

Our classic ComedySportz matches play twice a weekend. Two teams, one referee, a zillion laughs. This is the PREMIERE game-based improv in the city (just like Who’s Line and Wild & Out) - Friday at 8PM and Saturday at 6PM, grab a ticket and root on your favorite team, for just $25!

Welcome to an ordinary town, where on some extraordinary nights a random townsperson finds themselves TRAPPED in a MUSICAL. A completely improvised 60 minute musical that you help build! Just $25! Saturdays at 9:30PM

Grab a beer, a White Claw, a carbonated soda - whatever you want, and head over to the Blackout Cabaret for House Party - The Late Night Game Show. Each week a host will pick two random audience members to play party games with our professional comedians. The winning player gets a prize! It’s boozy, it’s fun and it’s a guaranteed laugh.


They’re here! ComedySportz Laugh Passes. You can use them for any of our classes or gift them to friends and family. It’s all up to you. Available in $50, $100 and $150 increments.

This workshop is specifically designed to talk through and work on improv in an environment of understanding and commonality. You’ll talk through some of the biggest speed bumps you have as a queer performer and learn strategies, all while feeling safe and having fun. A performance team WILL be formed from this class for an ongoing run. THURSDAYS 7-9PM. Starting June 15. 6 Weeks. $150.

D o you have amazing stories inside of you just waiting to burst out? We can help. Learn how to structure your stories and get them into a tight and exciting narrative that audiences will clamor for. In this 4-week workshop, you’ll work with storyteller extraordinaire Susan Haarman. THURSDAYS 7-9PM. Starting July 13. 4 Weeks. $100.

You get the same all-star cast from our weekend shows all to yourself. Perfect for team events, birthday parties, friend hangouts - whatever you want! We can come to you, or you can join your remote team together - we’ll customize the experience as well to make it even more special.

We are pros at helping your business thrive. From communication skills, to presentation training, customer role playing, conflict management and maximizing your Zoom meetings, we’re your one-stop training partner.

4worldlovers: Step up the stairs and into Wrigleyville's hidden gem: The Newport

Selection of craft beers, cheap beers, wine, soft drinks and mixed

From its origins as the Links Hall performance space to its

Featured many voices over the years. The Newport strives to continue