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One Of The Most Unique Experiences To Hit Chicago, WHIM, Opens In January

Unlike any other immersive experience that's opened its doors in Chicago, Stage 773, 1225 W Belmont Ave., introduces Chicago's hottest new destination, WHIM, an immersive walk-thru experience.
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.
Comedy Sportz Chicago Joins The Chicago Women's Funny Festival

ComedySportz Chicago (CSZ) is pleased to announce the company will be performing down the street from its home at the CSZ Theatre at the Chicago Women's Funny Festival, Thursday, Aug. 22 at 9 p.m. at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago Women's Funny Festival Announces 2019 Lineup Featuring All-Spanish Speaking Set

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Applications Now Open for The 8th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival

Stage 773 Executive Producer Jill Valentine and Co-Producer Liz McArthur announce that they will be accepting applications from May 15 to July 1 for the 8th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place August 22 through August 25 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont.
The Cowardly Scarecrow Theatre Company Presents New Immersive Zombie Musical YOU'VE GOT RED ON YOU

The creators of the award-winning Musical of the Living Dead (Best Musical Chicago Reader's Poll 2012), return to their zombie roots with this musical parody of the classic film Shaun of the Dead.
New Zombie Musical Opens Thursday at Chief O'Neill's Pub

The creators of the award-winning Musical of the Living Dead (Best Musical Chicago Reader's Poll 2012), return to their zombie roots with this unauthorized musical parody of the classic film Shaun of the Dead.
The Cowardly Scarecrow Theatre Company Presents New Immersive Zombie Musical YOU'VE GOT RED ON YOU

The creators of the award-winning Musical of the Living Dead (Best Musical Chicago Reader's Poll 2012), return to their zombie roots with this musical parody of the classic film Shaun of the Dead.
The 7th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival Begins This Week

Stage 773 Executive Director Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 7th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place August 23 through August 26 at the comedy hub of Chicago, Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. The Chicago Women's Funny Festival, the largest of its kind in the nation, features a melting pot of comedic genres, including everything from 'highbrow musical improv' to 'relatable stand-up' to 'character driven sketch'.
The Chicago Women's Funny Festival Announces Seventh Anniversary Lineup

Stage 773 Executive Director Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 7th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place August 23 through August 26 at the comedy hub of Chicago, Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. The Chicago Women's Funny Festival, the largest of its kind in the nation, features a melting pot of comedic genres, including everything from 'highbrow musical improv' to 'relatable stand-up' to 'character driven sketch'. Blending long term veterans with fresh newcomers, the fest packs over 70 shows into four funny-filled days. Stage 773 has made it easier than ever to discover new groups to love, allowing patrons to filter through art forms, a rating and keywords to find their own taste in comedy. The full schedule and searchable calendar for the 7th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival can be viewed at www.stage773.com/cwff-lineup.
Applications Now Open For 7th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival At Stage 773

Stage 773 Executive Producer Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are thrilled to announce that they are now accepting applications for the 7th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place August 23 through August 26 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. The Chicago Women's Funny Festival features all comedic art forms including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, musical and more. The event packs over 80 shows, featuring over 500 performers from over 160 groups into four funny-filled days.
Chicago Women's Funny Festival Announces 2017 Lineup

Stage 773 Director of Theatre Management Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur have announced the highly anticipated lineup for the 6th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place June 15 through June 18 at the comedy hub of Chicago, Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont.
Applications Now Open for 6th ANNUAL CHICAGO WOMEN'S FUNNY FESTIVAL

 Stage 773 Director of Theatre Management Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are happy to announce that they are now accepting applications for the 6th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place June 15 through June 18.  The Chicago Women's Funny Festival features all comedic art forms including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, musical and more. The event packs over 80 shows, featuring over 500 performers from over 160 groups into four funny-filled days. Applications for participation may be sent in through April 15 by visiting http://www.chicagowomensfunnyfestival.com/.
Two Chicago Summer Festivals Set for This Weekend

The largest Scottish cultural organization in North America, the CHICAGO SCOTS, celebrates three decades of providing entertainment and Scottish culture with a modern twist this June, with their annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games. Taking place Friday, June 17, and Saturday, June 18 at Hamilton Lakes, 1 Pierce Place, Itasca, IL, the beloved summer celebration, the largest festival of its kind in the Midwest, will feature an extravaganza of activities and attractions from the Caber Toss to the Highland Dance to the Dogs of Scotland. This family-friendly event is a chance to explore Scottish culture without buying a plane ticket. Event proceeds benefit the CHICAGO SCOTS' principle charities that provide assisted living and first class memory care at two locations: The Scottish Home and The Caledonian House.  
5th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival Lineup Revealed

Stage 773 Director of Operations Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 5th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place June 16 through June 19 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. The Chicago Women's Funny Festival, the largest of its kind in the nation, features all forms of comedy- from 'highbrow musical improv' to 'relatable stand-up' to 'character driven sketch', as comediennes gather together from across the globe. With over 83 shows packed into four days, Stage 773 has made it easier than ever to discover new groups to love, allowing patrons to filter through art forms, a rating and keywords to find their own taste in comedy. The full schedule and searchable calendar for the 5th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival can be viewed at www.stage773.com/WomensFestCalendar.  
Stage 773 Seeks Submissions for 5th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival

Stage 773 Director of Operations Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are happy to announce that they are now accepting applications for the 5th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place June 16 through June 19.
Chicago Women's Funny Festival Sets 2015 Lineup, Featuring SNL Writer Katie Rich

Stage 773 Director of Operations Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 4th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival taking place June 18 through June 21 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. The Chicago Women's Funny Festival will feature all forms of comedy including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, and musical with comediennes from across the globe. The event packs 83 shows, featuring over 500 performers in 161 groups into four funny-filled days. The full schedule for the 4th Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival can be viewed at www.chicagowomensfunnyfestival.com.
SNL Writer Katie Rich, Beth Stelling & More Set for 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, Now thru 6/8

Stage 773 Director of Operations Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur have announced the highly anticipated lineup for the 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place today, June 5 through June 8 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. The Chicago Women's Funny Festival will feature all forms of comedy including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, and musical with comediennes from across the globe. The event packs over 70 shows, 400 performers into four funny-filled days. The full schedule for the 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival may be viewed at www.chicagowomensfunnyfestival.com.
SNL Writer Katie Rich, Beth Stelling & More Set for 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, 6/5-8

Stage 773 Director of Operations Jill Valentine and co-producer Liz McArthur have announced the highly anticipated lineup for the 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place June 5 through June 8 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont. The Chicago Women's Funny Festival will feature all forms of comedy including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, and musical with comediennes from across the globe. The event packs over 70 shows, 400 performers into four funny-filled days. The full schedule for the 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival may be viewed at www.chicagowomensfunnyfestival.com.
Stage 773 Accepting Submissions for 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival

Stage 773, founder and producer of the Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, is proud to announce submissions for the 3rd Annual Chicago Women's Funny Festival, taking place June 5 through June 8. Curated by Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival Executive Director Jill Valentine, the Chicago Women's Funny Festival will feature all forms of comedy including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, musical and more. The event packs over 70 shows, 100 groups and 400 performers into four funny-filled days.

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