Chicago has been home to Second City since 1959.
Second City in Chicago is a comedy club and a school of acting, writing, directing and improvisation that was founded in 1959. Prominent former students include Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert and Steve Carell. Second City is not an accredited institution, so classes are not eligible for college credit. Auditions are not required for most classes, and you can enroll in the beginning improvisation program without prior acting experience. Classes are available for youths aged 4 to 18; and for adults aged 19 and up.
Instructions
1. Go to the Second City Chicago Training Center website.
2. Click on "Courses" to bring up a list of classes offered at Second City's Chicago Training Center. Browse the course listings until you find one you are interested in taking, such as Improvisation, Slapstick Comedy, On-Camera Workshop or Comedy Writing. Click on the individual course links for details about enrollment, the schedule and fees.
3. Click on "Current/Returning Students" under "Training Center Registration." The online registration page will open. Click on "Create a New Account," and then enter your personal information.
4. Log in with your new account information, and click on a course to register. Finish your enrollment and pay the course fee online. You can also call the Second City Chicago Training Center at (312) 664-3949 to register over the phone, or go to the Center in person.
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