Walk into a major financial institution; on the surface, there may seem to be no visually apparent gender gap. Peel back the layers, and the higher you go up the corporate ladder, you will see the disparity. Women are powerful. In fact, we control over half of personal wealth in the United States. But why is it that we […]
The Second City theater company (yeah, the one that spawned stars like Tina Fey, Dan Aykroyd, Gilda Radner, Steve Carell and countless other amazing comedy stars) has opened its 104th revue. “Fool Me Twice, Déjà Vu” is exactly what you’d expect from this comedy giant: uproarious. There’s one big twist though — this show is über-feminist, […]
Make It Better’s Best of 2015 drew more than 105,000 verified votes across 10 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #MIBBestof2015. Live Music Venue Ravinia (North Shore) This winner came as no surprise: You’ve chosen this outdoor music venue every year since 2012. 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park, 847-266-5000 […]
When you think of The Second City, you might think big names, bright lights and loud, roaring laughter. But for the world-famous comedy company, sold-out shows are not all they have to offer. On a Friday evening, inside the theatre’s training center, several students trickle in for their weekly improvisational theatre class. This class, specifically, […]
This weekend is all about dad, so treat him with these events around Chicago. Start at Ravinia as Alan Cumming serenades you with sappy songs before heading downtown to hear some of the best in country by the lake. Then, wake up and enjoy breakfast the next morning at Wagner Farm or have brunch at […]
The Better Makers section of our print magazine features photos of guests and honorees from some of Chicago’s top fundraisers. We highlight these events in order to shed light on all of the hard work the people of Chicago and the North Shore are doing to raise awareness around important causes and make a difference […]
Christine Sherrill is no stranger to the Chicago stage. This Jeff Award-winning actress has worked in some of our best theatres, including the Goodman, Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, and Northlight Theatre. But when she faces the audience on the opening night of “First Wives Club” at the Oriental Theater, it […]
Robert Klein has appeared on a wide range of TV shows, including Saturday Night Live and 9—count ’em, 9—HBO specials. He has also been in movies like 2007’s “Reign Over Me” with Adam Sandler. Klein is also a well-known singer-songwriter. But those activities that made him famous aren’t what Klein loves best. He grew […]
Good news to those in the suburbs, you needn’t fight the traffic and crowds downtown in order to catch some of Second City’s comedy this season.
Chicago’s famous comedy club hosts their annual The Second City That Never Sleeps event. This 24-hour marathon, featuring Chicago’s best comedians and musical performers, benefits Onward Neighborhood House. When: December 18, 6 p.m. – December 19, 6 p.m. Where: The Second City Theatre (1608 N Wells, 2nd Floor of Piper’s Alley) Tickets: Tickets are […]
