The Second City will perform its trademark brand of hilarious, sly sketch comedy that has made it America’s most famous troupe.
The company opened its doors on a snowy Chicago night in December of 1959, and a comedy revolution began. This small cabaret theater, performing sketch comedy and improv, grew to become the most influential and prolific comedy empire in the world, developing an entirely unique way of creating art, feeding Saturday Night Live and others – and fostering generation after generation of superstars.
Notable figures have shared insights on the Second City’s approach to improvisation and creativity. Early mentor Sheldon Patinkin emphasized the “willingness to fail” as essential for finding good material. David Steinberg highlighted the importance of embracing oneself and playing to the smartest audience members. Bernard Sahlins noted that the Second City’s humor stems from character and behavior, rather than just jokes. Ian Gomez mentioned the Second City teaching to make fellow performers look good, which in turn makes you look good. Steve Carell described the “freewheeling nature” of the Second City and its sophisticated, forgiving audience. Bill Murray considered the Second City a rigorous training ground where he learned collaboration.
The Second City alumni read like a Who’s Who of comedy—including Bill Murray, Tina Fey, Jordan Peele, Keegan-Michael Key, Bill Hader, Ed Asner, Alan Alda, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, and many more.
“Uproarious and clever,” – Critic Rachel Weinberg
Saturday, October, 4, 7:00 pm
Location:
Fuller Hall
St. Johnsbury Academy
1000 Main St.
St. Johnsbury, VT
Tickets: $54, $44, $32, $18. Student tickets are free.
Catamount Arts Members and Seniors receive a $3.00 discount.
Save 20% when you buy by September 4. Discount is automatically reflected when you choose your seats.
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