• A Conversation with Rachel León: How We See the Gray

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Enjoy a conversation with editor Rachel León on her debut novel How We See the GrayThe Understudy and Chicago Review of Books are sponsoring the Chicago launch of Rachel León's […]

    Free
  • FEM/THEM Comedy Open Mic at The Understudy

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    If you identify as funny and not-a-dude-onstage, this is your night diva! Hosted by Preeti Thaker and Jordan LevenePreeti & Jordan present: A Comedy Open Mic for Women + Non-Binary […]

  • FEM/THEM Comedy Open Mic at The Understudy

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    If you identify as funny and not-a-dude-onstage, this is your night diva! Hosted by Preeti Thaker and Jordan LevenePreeti & Jordan present: A Comedy Open Mic for Women + Non-Binary […]

    Free
  • Skin Lab Workshop w/ EO Apothecary

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    A workshop designed to create an at-home mini facial guided by a master esthetician.This workshop is designed to create an at-home mini facial guided by master estheticians from EO Apothecary!A […]

  • KAPWA: a filipino variety + mutual aid show

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    an evening of music, film, poetry, comedy, and burlesque featuring an all-filipino cast. Hosted by KT and Jett~and we are ~*baaaaacckkkk*~ for another filipnx asf show! come hang out with […]

  • RAVING by Simon Paisley Day

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    A play reading of RAVING by Simon Paisley Day produced by Exit, Pursued by a Play Reading.‘I sometimes wonder how on earth people as pathetic as you and me are […]

    Free
  • BOOK LAUNCH with Jeffrey Masten: Edward II

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Enjoy a conversation with editor Jeffrey Masten on the Arden Early modern Edition of Edward IICelebrate the launch of the Beverages and books will be available for purchase throughout the […]

    Free
  • TTRPG Journaling Workshop w/ The Mind of Guy

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    A writing and journaling workshop for the DND girlies!Come be introduced to the wonderful world of journaling! Learn about the wellness applications of journaling and how journaling can enhance your […]

  • A Conversation with Sylvan Oswald: PONY

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Playwright Sylvan Oswald on his play PONYABOUT THE PLAYA seminal work of trans theater brought to the page for the first timeWhen Pony, a formerly incarcerated trans guy, moves to […]

    Free
  • my mother is a mixed metaphor: a cozy poetry concert

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    A poetry concert in celebration of Shivani Gupta's debut chapbook: my mother is a mixed metaphor feat. Ikaros Ensemble and 4 featured poets.Come celebrate and immerse in a poetry showcase […]

    $10.00
  • Leftovers Night with Band Practice

    The Understudy Coffee and Books 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Leftovers Night is a strange and delicious feast of alternative comedy acts that are in the making - hosted by comedy duo Band Practice!Leftovers Night is a strange and delicious […]