The Second City comedy troupe brings their anniversary show to Orlando

Celebrate 65 years of comedy excellence

By Kendal Asbury on Wed, Sep 25, 2024 at 10:27 am

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The Second City travel troupe brings 65th anniversary show to Orlando

Witness a celebration of a classic comedy troupe’s history and humor this weekend at this 65th anniversary show from the Second City.

The anniversary performance features material from the archives of the iconic sketch comedy collective — originally founded in Chicago in 1959 — including fan-favorite songs, routines, characters and blackouts brought to life by the “all-star ensemble.”

The improv troupe is renowned as a proving ground for young comics; Second City has catapulted the careers of countless comedians and actors, including Catherine O’Hara, Stephen Colbert, Keegan-Michael Key, Eugene Levy and many more. It also featured future Saturday Night Live stars like John Belushi, Bill Murray, Tim Meadows, Tiny Fey, Chris Farley and Amy Poehler.

The Second City continues to be one of “the most influential names in comedy” to this day. There will be a sensory-friendly show on Sunday.

7:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Sept. 27-29, Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center, $45.

Event Details

The Second City 65th Anniversary Show

Fri., Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Sept. 29, 2 p.m.

Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando Downtown

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$45

Location Details

Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando Downtown

drphillipscenter.org

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