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Improvised Shakespeare Chicago is a cornerstone of Chicago's improv scene. Founded in 2005 and based at iO Theater since 2006, the troupe performs fully improvised shows built from a single audience-provided title—no pre-written script. Known for its witty, high-energy storytelling and clever theatricality, this company has earned recognition as Chicago’s best improv group by local outlets and regional awards across LA and New York. We’ve got you covered with easy access to tickets and the latest tour info.

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Regularly taking the stage on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, at iO Theater, 1501 Kingsbury St, Chicago, the group continues to draw powerfully from Chicago’s vibrant arts scene. Expect bold performances, smart humor, and fearless experimentation as the ensemble crafts theater in the moment.

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Upcoming tour and engagement details are posted as they’re announced. For fans in Chicago, look for the 2025 and 2025–2026 engagements at iO Theater, with series dates in June 2025 and a winter–spring run spanning December 2025 through March 2026. While touring, the troupe also joins the ISC circuit with appearances at notable venues like Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles and other regional showcases. Follow official channels for updates and showtimes, including social media for behind-the-scenes content and announcements.

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Social media: - X (formerly Twitter): @improvshakeschi - Instagram: check producer/CAST profiles for the latest posts and tour news.

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Quick Facts About Improvised Shakespeare Chicago

  • Founded in Chicago in 2005; open-run at iO Theater since 2006, making it a cornerstone of Chicago’s improv scene. (source: About page) ([improvisedshakespeare.com](https://www.improvisedshakespeare.com/about?utm_source=openai))
  • Shows are built on one audience-provided title and are fully improvised on stage, with no pre-written script. (source: About page) ([improvisedshakespeare.com](https://www.improvisedshakespeare.com/about?utm_source=openai))
  • Regular schedule: Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm at iO Theater, 1501 Kingsbury St, Chicago. (source: Chicago page) ([improvisedshakespeare.com](https://www.improvisedshakespeare.com/chicago))
  • 2025–2026 Chicago engagement: December 12, 2025 – March 28, 2026 at iO Theater. (sources: Chicago Plays listing; Chicago event page) ([chicagoplays.com](https://chicagoplays.com/event/improvised-shakespeare-chicago/?utm_source=openai))
  • Notable venues and circuits include iO Theater in Chicago and appearances at Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles as part of the ISC circuit. (sources: About page; Symphony Space page) ([improvisedshakespeare.com](https://www.improvisedshakespeare.com/about?utm_source=openai))
  • Major awards/recognition include being named Chicago’s best improv group by the Chicago Reader and Chicago Examiner, plus regional awards in LA and New York. (source: About page) ([improvisedshakespeare.com](https://www.improvisedshakespeare.com/about?utm_source=openai))

Upcoming tour and engagement details are posted as they’re announced. For fans in Chicago, look for the 2025 and 2025–2026 engagements at iO Theater, with series dates in June 2025 and a winter–spring run spanning December 2025 through March 2026. While touring, the troupe also joins the ISC circuit with appearances at notable venues like Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles and other regional showcases. Follow official channels for updates and showtimes, including social media for behind-the-scenes content and announcements.

Social media: - X (formerly Twitter): @improvshakeschi - Instagram: check producer/CAST profiles for the latest posts and tour news.

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