Live Events

STANDUP COMEDY

FRIDAY, AUGUST 19th:

Doors Open at 7:00pm

Show starts at 7:30pm Tickets: $20

Brian Hicks - Headliner

Brian is one of the country's most sought-after stand-up comics, (no, he is not wanted by the police). However, he has taken the comedy world by storm with his insightful views on what people find funny. The laughs come fast and frequently as he has spent the last 22 years honing his craft at clubs and theaters across the United States Brian specializes in giving every audience a hilarious and singular comedic experience. His unique talent consists of clever material and unparalleled audience interaction, which he combines seamlessly with his lightning quick wit. Brian has incredible instincts and an undeniable ability to make audiences laugh. Sounds great, right? Of course it does, Brian wrote it!

Mike Atcherson - Host

Mike Atcherson is a stand-up, writer, and actor originally from the always sunny(and problematic) state of Florida and is now based in Chicago, IL. With his charming personality paired with his material that ranges from dating to absurd anecdotes, Mike can win over any crowd. He has performed in numerous clubs across the country including The Laugh Factory in Chicago, The Improv, and Zanies. Mike is also a comedic writer and is a Features Contributor for The Onion.

Jess Martinez

She’s single, bilingual, and ready to mingle… Well, she’s single. Jess Martínez is a Chicago-based comedian who enjoys making audiences laugh as she genuinely tries to make sense of the world around her. She has been described as the “Daria of Latina comics” and the “master of awkwardness” by peers that were genuinely trying to compliment her. Jess is the associate producer at Las Locas Comedy and assistant producer at The Moth StorySLAM Chicago.

Joe Eames

Joe Eames is a Chicago based comic who is a regular at Zanies and Laugh Factory. He is also the host and co-founder of Chicago’s hottest comedy showcase The Humboldt Jungle. Joe got an English degree so we’re all really hoping this comedy thing works out for him.

Grace Leishman

Grace is a transplant from New York, performing stand up all over Chicago. Grace has performed at Chicago’s major clubs, including Zanies, Laugh Factory, and the Comedy Bar. She is the reigning Roast Battle Chicago Champion and recently opened for Josh Wolf at Comedy on State.

Richard Gilewitz

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9th:

Doors Open at 7:00pm

Show starts at 7:30pm

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Tickets $25

COMEDY

MIKE MAXWELL'S

THE ANTI-BOSS

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th:

Doors Open at 7:30pm

Show starts at 8:00pm Tickets: $15

BLITZ FM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1st:

Doors Open at 7:30pm

Show starts at 8:00pm

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BlitzFM plays iconic songs from the past to the present. From the Beatles to the Clash, The Pretenders to Stevie Wonder, Bowie to Beck, Patsy Cline to Zeppelin, anything and everything is fair play. The band is comprised of professional musicians assembled by Matt Walker, resident and Wilmette native, who has recorded and toured with Filter, The Smashing Pumpkins, Garbage, and Morrissey. BlitzFM is Rich Parenti, Claire Massey, Robert Byrne, Alan Berliant, Carolyn Engelmann, Marcus Johnson , M.J. Jiaras and Matt Walker