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Holy Ghost Bingo: God, Goblin & Games by Vicki Quade with Liz Cloud. This show guarantees Halloween joy for every age and affiliation. I got to see it in person last year and it was my best Halloween since childhood. I think we may need that celebration even more this year! You can now attend online. All treat. Through November 1.
Denise Medina has a new comedy game show! You can find Equips on YouTube. You can also find Denise on “Monday Night Funnies” (see below for next online show) where she has revealed the BEST concepts for television shows that SHOULD exist. So definitely check out her real life game show.
Following is a Comedy Spotlight for the next eight days. Don’t forget to laugh! Also, confirm all details if you’re attending an in-person show! Shows were changed and canceled even as I was posting.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
Judy Gold Masterclass, 6:00 p.m. ONLINE Judy Gold is one of stand-up’s boldest, best comedians. This Emmy Award-winner is also the author of Yes, I Can Say That and 25 Questions for a Jewish Mother.
Feelz Right Quiz Night at The Annoyance Theatre, 10:00 p.m. ONLINE
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
Gabriel Rutledge at Zanies Chicago, 7:30 p.m. IN PERSON
Tim Dillon at The Improv, 7:00 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. IN PERSON
Superbad Cast Reunion and Watch Party 8:00 p.m. ONLINE A benefit for the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. With Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Emma Stone, Seth Rogen, Judd Apatow, Bill Hader and more.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
Gabriel Rutledge at Zanies Chicago, 7:30 p.m. IN PERSON
Tim Dillon at The Improv, 7:00 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. IN PERSON
Out in the Open Mic at North Bar, 8:00 p.m. IN PERSON With Greg Bartusiak and Johnny Cosmo.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
Super 6 Showcase at Zanies, Chicago, 7:30 p.m. IN PERSON
Second City Happy Hour 7:00 p.m. ONLINE
ShakesFEAR 7:00 p.m. ONLINE A free event with Teller (of Penn & Teller) and Barbara Gaines (Chicago Shakespeare Theater) revealing backstage magic and secrets.
Extra AF Comedy 7:30 p.m. ONLINE With Dana Goldberg from Last Comic Standing, TBS, & Sirius XM, Sarah Taylor from Superstore, Polly Poptart, MJ Kang and Lalita Dee
Tim Dillon at The Improv, 7:00 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. IN PERSON
Chicago’s Best Standup at The Laugh Factory, 8:00 p.m. IN PERSON Featuring Michael Robinson, Kimberly Marion, James Fisher Jr and more TBA.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
Gabriel Rutledge at Zanies, Chicago, 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. IN PERSON
Liberation Comedy 7:00 p.m. ONLINE Presented by Whirlwind Arts Center. Starring Ben Noble, Mark James Heath, and Max Thomas.
Splatter Theater at The Annoyance, 9:00 p.m. ONLINE
Russell Peters at The Improv, 7:00 and 9:30 p.m. IN PERSON
Chicago’s Best Standup at The Laugh Factory, 6:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. IN PERSON Spark Tabor, Marty DeRosa, Xavier Lamont, Sohrab Forouzesh and more TBA.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31
Splatter Theater at The Annoyance, 9:00 p.m. ONLINE Tickets also available for costume after-party.
Rocky Horror Live Stream 9:00 p.m. ONLINE Benefits the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. With Tim Curry, Wilmer Valderrama, Lance Bass, Rosario Dawson, Jason George, Nell Campbell, Seth Green, Jason Alexander, David Arquette, and more. Featuring musical performances by The Dresden Dolls, Miss Peppermint, Eiza Gonzalez, Josh Gad, Ben Barnes, Jenna Ushkowitz, Rachel Bloom, Karen Olivo, Marissa Jaret Winkour, Madison Uphoff, Kalen Chase, and Rumer Willis.
Halloween’s Best Standup at The Laugh Factory, 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. IN PERSON Lael O’Shaughnessy, Joe Fernandez, Blake Burkhart, Vincent Bryant and more TBA.
Gabriel Rutledge at Zanies, Chicago, 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. IN PERSON
Russell Peters at The Improv, 7:00 and 9:30 p.m. IN PERSON
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1
Everyone’s A Lawyer at The Laugh Factory, 8:00 p.m. “Some of Chicago’s favorite comedians including Marty DeRosa (Wrestling with Depression), Sarah Perry (Laugh Factory, CONAN Stand Up) and Derek Smith (Lincoln Lodge) compete in the return of Paul Farahvar’s game show, Everyone’s a Lawyer at the World Famous Laugh Factory. Watch as real life cases are interpreted and hilariously argued by three highly skilled stand up comedians. After closing arguments, the audience (aka Jury) is tasked with reaching a verdict and crowning the champion. ALERT: Election issues WILL be covered!” Paul was kind enough to speak with me here.
Jay and Silent Bob Get Old at McHenry Outdoor Theater, 6:00 p.m. ATTEND IN CAR
Gabriel Rutledge at Zanies, Chicago, 7:30 p.m. IN PERSON
Russell Peters at The Improv, 7:00 IN PERSON
Improv For Educators with ComedySportz, 3:00 p.m. ONLINE Cherise Johnson teaches techniques and activities to keep kids engaged, learning and laughing.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
Monday Night Funnies 7:00 p.m. ONLINE This excellent free stand-up show is produced by Denise Medina and Mark Klaber. Fabulous MC Jessica Winther will energize your week with her hilarious perspective and awesome ability to riff on any topic. This show is a healing force and an absolute necessity for our times. With Jessica, Denise, Joe Antonacci, Pam Engelhart, Brooks Sullivan, Mike Maxwell, Sally Mullins, Patti Vasquez, Zako Ryan, and Brooke Forbes. FREE, but each show supports a good cause. Tonight donations to the Spondylitis Association of America are appreciated.