• 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • TGNC Theatre Makers Meet-Up

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

    Calling all TGNC theatre artists in the Chicagoland area! Come hang out with us~Calling all TGNC theatre makers/performer qts in the chicagoland area - you looking to make some new […]

    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
  • Kokandy Book Club presents: A Streetcar Named Desire

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

    A musical cabaret inspired by A Streetcar Named Desire produced by your friends at Kokandy Productions!Join The Understudy and Kokandy Productions for the latest installment of our BOOK CLUB series!Summer […]

    $15.00
  • Leftovers Night with Band Practice

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

    An open stage for clowns, goofs, and funny people who'd like to test out first drafts. Hosted by the iconic clown duo, Band PracticeLeftovers Night is a strange and delicious […]

    $10.00 - $15.00