Events

Oh, so you think ur the slickest barista in town? Well, get ur best pair of cow/moon boots on, come on down to The Understudy and PROVE IT.Just a good 'ol latte throwdown at The Understudy in Andersonville with a special halftime performance by the iconic Ari Gato. Hosted by Jett, John-Payne and Lezbian Minnelli. […]

Join us to sample new selections from Spirit Tea and The UnderstudyWe're welcoming our friends from Spirit Tea to share some new selections, alongside expert knowledge and insight from the Spirit Tea team.Tickets are Pay What You Can, and proceeds will support Street Vendors Association of Chicago.

A benefit party and open mic hosted by K.J. Whitehead with special guest comedian, Rey Tang.GUESS WHO'S GETTING BOTTOM SURGERYYYYY~Our friend and your lovely host, K.J. Whitehead.Come join us in celebration as we say goodbye to K.J.'s bits in this month's open mic here at The Understudy! Tickets are PWYC and all proceeds will go […]

A benefit party and open mic hosted by K.J. Whitehead with special guest comedian, Rey Tang.GUESS WHO'S GETTING BOTTOM SURGERYYYYY~Our friend and your lovely host, K.J. Whitehead.Come join us in celebration as we say goodbye to K.J.'s bits in this month's open mic here at The Understudy! Tickets are PWYC and all proceeds will go […]

Catch Noel Coward's "improbable farce in three acts" at The UnderstudyExit, Pursued by a Play Reading is a new reading series where Chicago’s best and most beloved actors find themselves chased by rabid, unrehearsed, theatrical comedies - desperately trying to stay ahead, as they strive to tickle your fancy, brighten your heart, and warm the […]