The Revival Hyde Park Announces May Programming
By: A.A. Cristi Apr. 28, 2017
The Revival, Hyde Park's comedy theater, announces its lineup of shows and events playing in May 2017. Inspired by the legacy of the Compass Players, The Revival brings improvisational comedy back to the same corner where it was invented in 1955! Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.the-revival.com. The Revival is located at 1160 E. 55th St. in Hyde Park.
Friday, May 5th
7:30pm
Off Off Campus
UChicago's Student Improv Troupe
Tickets: $5 (available at the door)
9:30pm
The Hutchins Plan (Law School Edition)
Longform Improv featuring Randy Picker & Lior Strahilevitz
The Hutchins Plan is named for early twentieth century University of Chicago President RoBert Maynard Hutchins. Featuring "Special Guests" from across the College, the performance begins with an extemporaneous monologue that inspires a series of interconnected scenes. Join host Prof. Randal Picker, Special Guest Prof. Lior Strahilevitz and The Hutchins Plan Ensemble for an evening of classic long-form improvisation.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
Saturday, May 6th
4:30pm
Who's Got Next?
Stand Up Comedy Showcase Hosted by Quenton
7:30pm
The Last Circus (Closing Night)
Hilarious Sketch Comedy Revue
Step right up! Step right up! The Revival presents THE LAST CIRCUS. Join us under the big top for a sketch comedy revue that doesn't avoid the elephant in the room. We'll dazzle you with acts in all three rings: politics, pop culture and current events. Marvel at the wonder! Behold the beauty! Enjoy the spectacle!
Tickets: $15 or $5 with Student ID
9:30pm
Open Mic
All genres of performance are welcome. Signup begins at 9:15pm.
All genres of performance are welcome (jazz, opera, spoken word/poetry, instruments & comedy). Enjoy must-see performances in a comfortable environment. Singers/vocalists can bring tracks (Originals Only). Signup begins at 9:15pm. Hosted by Ben Noble and Adrienne Brandyburg.
Tickets: $5 (free for performers)
Friday, May 12th
7:30pm
Off Off Campus
UChicago's Student Improv Troupe
Tickets: $5 (available at the door)
10:00pm
Word Play
Stand-Up Comedy, Music and Consciousness hosted by Leon Rogers
Word Play - a Dave Jeff Joint - is the sound of real hip hop mixed with the hottest new stand ups from across the country and topped with the consciousness of the best spoken word artists on the planet. Word Play harnesses the power of words from different aspects of our culture to incite laughter, cheers and tears. Curated by cultural architect Dave Jeff of PHLI; hosted by acclaimed personality Leon Rogers (WGCI); and featuring Guest DJs and Artists for a PHLI game of words!
Tickets: $15 or $10 with Student ID
Saturday, May 13th
7:30pm
Vids! Vids! Vids!
Video sketches, short films, improv & more!
A monthly variety show featuring video sketches, short films, stand-up, and improv. The first act features 4-6 short stand-up/improv/sketch acts, and the second act features 4-6 videos. We close the night with a special musical guest.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
9:30pm
Night of 1,000 Delights
Stand up comedy, music and more!
Night of 1,000 Delights is a standup and talent show festival party dreamscape tournament curated by Miranda Van Iderstine and Peter Moller. There will be decorations, big jokes, lots of rules, and pretend fire. Everyone will feel beautiful and upset.
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
Friday, May 19th
7:30pm
Off Off Campus
UChicago's Student Improv Troupe
Tickets: $5 (available at the door)
9:30pm
SPACE
Queer Variety Show
SPACE is a queer variety show hosted by stand up comedians Carly Ballerini and Shannon Noll. Featuring the best performers in Chicago who happen to be LGBTQIA identified. The performance is rooted in stand up, with featured acts including dance, music, drag, storytelling, and more! Space seeks to create a place for performers and audience alike to celebrate their identity and art. This month, check out Chelsea Norment & Kenzie Siebert (Drag), Dina Nina Martinez & KP (Stand Up), Clare Austen-Smith (Storytelling), Boys vs. Girls (Music) and Allison Reese (Comedic Songs).
Tickets: $10 ($5 with Student ID)
Saturday, May 20th
7:30pm
The Revival Hour
Improv and Sketch Comedy
The Revival Hour is a hilarious evening of sketch & improv comedy, solo performance and music from a diverse range of artists from across Chicago's South Side and beyond. This week's performance is curated by Cody Spellman (Second City, Writer's Theatre, Jackalope).
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
9:30pm
2 Queens/1 Mic
Brandi Denise and Kellye Howard present Stand-Up and Sketch Comedy
Brandi Denise and Kellye Howard in partnership with Lisa Beasley present a showcase of Chicago's best stand-up comedians interspersed with hilarious comedy sketches. Not to be missed!
Tickets: $10 or $5 with Student ID
Thursday, May 25th
6:00pm
UChicago Economics PhD Skit Show
Friday, May 26th & Saturday, May 27th
Closed for Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 31st
6:00pm
Reading - Maurice Sendak's illustrated Brother's Grimm Fairy Tales
Join us for a live reading of Maurice Sendak's (Where the Wild Things Are) illustrated version of the famed Brother's Grimm Fairy Tales. Appropriate for Age 7+.
About The Revival
The Revival is a new comedy venue in Hyde Park dedicated to reflecting the diversity of Chicago's South Side on stage. Inspired by the legacy of the Compass Players, The Revival brings improvisational comedy back to the very spot where it was born on the northeast corner of 55th Street and University Avenue. This 150-seat, cabaret-style theater features a diverse range of programming including sketch comedy, improv, standup, music and more.
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