# Event Details - **Event Name**: Lectures on Tap - "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL" - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Professors, experts, and storytellers giving thought-provoking lectures in Chicago bars.About this Event? Location: Exact address given in confirmation email? Lecture: "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL"? Speaker: Dr. John J. MurphyHumans have always been ridiculous—and, thankfully, we’ve always been there to laugh about it. In this fast-paced 45-minute tour through the history of comedy, historian and educator Dr. John J. Murphy traces the long, strange journey of what makes us laugh and why it matters.Travel from ancient Greek and Roman stages, where playwrights gleefully roasted politicians, philosophers, and bodily functions, to the age of jesters, satirists, and fools who risked everything to speak dangerous truths to power. Move into the sharp wit of Voltaire and modern satire, the wild physical chaos of 1920s slapstick film, and today’s sketch comedy, absurdism, memes, and the delicate art of being very, very online.Along the way, we’ll explore why comedy lives in the tension between entertainment, rebellion, cruelty, and truth—and what our jokes say about us. Dr. Murphy, whose work connects politics, culture, and art, will reveal how humor has reshaped societies, toppled certainties, and kept us laughing at power, the universe, and ourselves.Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! ?Agenda6:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.6:55 PM – Host introduction7:00 PM – Lecture begins7:45 PM – Audience Q&A8:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round8:30 PM – Wrap up. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/lectures-on-tap-a-history-of-comedy-from-aristophanes-to-snl/100001994111885329 - **Event Categories**: comedy, art, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Wicker Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 39.19, max: 39.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Wicker Park - **lat**: 41.9104892 - **long**: -87.6775672 - **full address**: Wicker Park, Wicker Park, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Lectures on Tap - "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL" - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/3c1ddcf0ac5f0a90b3cf6b8e27027426494861584a0690bca794af9a7536987d-rimg-w1200-h675-dce1e2da-gmir.jpg?v=1785323570 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Lectures on Tap - "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL" being held? - **A:** Lectures on Tap - "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL" takes place on Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Wicker Park, Wicker Park, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Lectures on Tap - "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL"? - **A:** Lectures on Tap - "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL" is organized by Felecia For The Win. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Lectures on Tap - "A History of Comedy: From Aristophanes to SNL" is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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