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The Second City
- Date: 05/01/2026 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Location: Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 N. East Street
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
The Second City
Friday, May 1st
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Celebrate 65 years of legendary laughter when The Second City takes the stage at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts on May 1 with The Best of The Second City! From the stages that launched comedy icons like Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, and Keegan-Michael Key comes a high-energy night of signature improv, classic sketches, hilarious songs, and unforgettable characters—handpicked from The Second City’s iconic comedy archive and reimagined by today’s bold comedic voices. Don’t miss your chance to experience the world’s most influential name in comedy live at BCPA.