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One-Of-A-Kind Immersive Cocktail Experience, WHIM, Will Open June 25

Unlike any other bar that's opened its doors in Chicago, Stage 773, 1225 W Belmont Ave., will introduce Chicago's hottest new destination, Phase One of WHIM, an immersive cocktail experience, this summer. The over-the-top venue will combine a storied history of performative art with inviting and unprecedented libations.
NYC's Guilty Pleasures Cabaret Presents THE FEMME FATALE

New York City's, Guilty Pleasures Cabaret presents, The Femme Fatale an evening of music and dance paying homage to fierce females.
Lineup Announced for The LIVINGroom's March Performances at Stage 773

The LIVINGroom announces the lineup and details for the first installment of its 2017 solo performance season at Stage 773. Coming from the worlds of improv, sketch comedy, theatre, and solo performance, performers Travis Barnhart, Bo Johnson, Sheila O'Connor, Mollie Rehner, and Jill Valentine join LIVINGroom ensemble members Carly Jo Geer and Megan Powell on Sundays, March 12, 19, and 26 in The LIVINGroom: Hot Mess, directed by Stage 773 Creative Director Brian Posen.
TV: Clowning Meets Sketch in THE BEST OF BRI-KO at Stage 773 - Watch Highlights!

After years of entertaining audiences with their award-winning, all-silent, all-funny 60-minute show, the gateway to (the best) comedy in Chicago, Stage 773, is thrilled to present THE BEST OF BRI-KO, kicking off with a press opening on February 23 and running every Today at 8 p.m. through March 23 at 1225 W. Belmont. Click below to watch highlights from the show!
Clowning Meets Sketch in THE BEST OF BRI-KO at Stage 773

After years of entertaining audiences with their award-winning, all-silent, all-funny 60-minute show, the gateway to (the best) comedy in Chicago, Stage 773, is thrilled to present THE BEST OF BRI-KO, kicking off with a press opening on February 23 and running every Today at 8 p.m. through March 23 at 1225 W. Belmont.
TV: Clowning Meets Sketch in THE BEST OF BRI-KO at Stage 773 - Watch Highlights!

After years of entertaining audiences with their award-winning, all-silent, all-funny 60-minute show, the gateway to (the best) comedy in Chicago, Stage 773, is thrilled to present THE BEST OF BRI-KO, kicking off with a press opening on February 23 and running every Thursday at 8 p.m. through March 23 at 1225 W. Belmont. Click below to watch highlights from the show!
Clowning Meets Sketch in THE BEST OF BRI-KO at Stage 773

After years of entertaining audiences with their award-winning, all-silent, all-funny 60-minute show, the gateway to (the best) comedy in Chicago, Stage 773, is thrilled to present THE BEST OF BRI-KO, kicking off with a press opening on February 23 and running every Thursday at 8 p.m. through March 23 at 1225 W. Belmont.
THE BEST OF BRI-KO Comes to Stage 773 2/23

After years of entertaining audiences with their award-winning, all-silent, all-funny 60-minute show, the gateway to (the best) comedy in Chicago, Stage 773, is thrilled to present THE BEST OF BRI-KO, kicking off with a press opening on February 23 and running every Thursday at 8 p.m. through March 23 at 1225 W. Belmont. 
The Cupid Players Explore the Complicated, Sweet and Offbeat Sides of Love in CUPID HAS A HEART ON: V-Day Edition

Following sold-out shows at the 16th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, the shamelessly provocative group, The Cupid Players of Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, will present three performances of Cupid Has a Heart On: V-Day Edition on Saturday, February 11 and 14, 2017.
Danny Pudi to Return to Chicago SketchFest with New Solo Show; 2017 Lineup Announced!

With a record-breaking year for submissions, SketchFest Founder Brian Posen is thrilled to announce the official line-up for the 16th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, taking place January 5 through 15, 2017, at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. 
Official Lineup Set for 16th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival

With a record-breaking year for submissions, SketchFest Founder Brian Posen is thrilled to announce the official line-up for the 16th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, taking place January 5 through 15, 2017, at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont.
The LIVINGroom Returns to Stage 773 with Theatrical, Powerful Solo Performance in 2017

The LIVINGroom and Producing Artistic Director Laura Reitsma announce their 2017 season at Stage 773. Performances will take place over three Sundays during March, May, August, and November 2017. Performance dates are Sundays, March 12, 19, and 26, May 7, 14, and 21, August 13, 20, and 27, and November 5, 12, and 19. All performances are at 7:00 pm in the Cabaret Theater, Stage 773.
Danny Pudi to Return to Chicago SketchFest with New Solo Show; 2017 Lineup Announced!

With a record-breaking year for submissions, SketchFest Founder Brian Posen is thrilled to announce the official line-up for the 16th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, taking place January 5 through 15, 2017, at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. 
Official Lineup Set for 16th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival

With a record-breaking year for submissions, SketchFest Founder Brian Posen is thrilled to announce the official line-up for the 16th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, taking place January 5 through 15, 2017, at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont.
See Six Classic Holiday Stories Turned Naughty (and Not So Nice) In Stage 773's ONE ACT FESTIVAL: YULETIDE GENOCIDE

Stage 773 asks the question, "Can Santa really get arrested for that?!" Six theatre companies from across the Chicagoland area will change up the holiday classics to create ONE ACT FESTIVAL: YULETIDE GENOCIDE taking placeDecember 1 through December 16. See them all at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Avenue, Chicago for a twisted and enchanted evening of entertainment.
Stage 773 Names New Resident Ensemble

After three years of sold out comedy shows and festival appearances, Stage 773 is excited to announce their newest resident ensemble Unlikely Company, who will entertain summer audiences with a new show, directed by Brian Posen. Joining the elite roster of resident companies in the Box Theater at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Unlikely Company has performances scheduled for July 8, 15, 22, and 29, as well as a return appearance in fall 2016.
4th Annual Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival Now Accepting Applications

The vibrant comedy hub of Chicago, Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, is proud to announce that applications are now open to participate in the 4th Annual Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival, taking place August 11 through August 14.
Stage 773 to Host Inaugural Chicago Youth Comedy Festival

Stage 773 producers of The Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival and Chicago Women's Funny Festival are thrilled to introduce The Chicago Youth Comedy Festival (YouCom), a brand new, one-day extravaganza for young comedians on May 7 from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. YouCom features top-notch workshops led by professionals from Chicago's notable comedy institutions as well as engaging experiences for over 100 young comic hopefuls to learn, play, and perform together. YouCom 2016 focuses on physical improv and sketch comedy with standout performances by the all-silent, all-funny trio Bri-Ko and the hip and humorous Comedy Dance Collective. Individual students and groups ages 12-17 are invited to register by visiting http://stage773.com/ChicagoYouthComedyFestival.
See CUPID HAS A HEART ON... IN BED! Valentine's Weekend at Stage 773

Coming off of sold out performances at the 15th annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, The Cupid Players of Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, will present a special Valentine's Day performance, CUPID HAS A HEART ON... IN BED!, for those looking for an unconventional way to celebrate love on Saturday, February 13.
15th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival Kicks Off This Week

Since its debut in 2002, The Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival has grown from 33 local Chicago Sketch Comedy groups gathering together to perform their craft to the largest festival of its kind in the world, attracting over 1,000 artists and 10,000 patrons annually. For their 15th anniversary year, Stage 773 Creative Director and Founder of the festival Brian Posen and the SketchFest Artistic Team have cultivated an exclusive line-up of headliners to represent Stage 773's history of excellence in festival programming. The event will run January 7 through 17th, 2016. The entire schedule for the 15th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival may be viewed at www.ChicagoSketchfest.com.  Tickets go on sale December 1.

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