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SUMMARY:Give it to me gay!
DESCRIPTION:Give It To Me Gay is a variety show\, celebrating queer art and joy through many forms of comedy and performance. Each show is different\, featuring 3 unique LGBTQIA+ acts and a performance by the Give It To Me Gay ensemble. This Pride\, we want to laugh\, celebrate\, and create space for queer voices to shine onstage. Join us for a night of community\, chaos\, and unforgettable performances.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/give-it-to-me-gay/
LOCATION:The Second City\, 230 W. North Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTSTAMP:20260604T145118Z
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T163201Z
CREATED:20260523T163050Z
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SUMMARY:Live at The Second City: Live Laugh Love is Love
DESCRIPTION:Hi gay! Celebrate PRIDE at The Second City with LIVE LAUGH LOVE IS LOVE! It’s giving laughs! It’s giving music! It’s giving LGBTQIA + LMFAO. Laugh the night away to an hour of The Second City’s iconic improv comedy served up by some of Chicago’s hottest queer performers. Happening Sundays at 6pm all June long. See you there\, diva.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/live-at-the-second-city-live-laugh-love-is-love/
LOCATION:Dylan’s Skybox Theatre\, 1608 N. Wells St. #4\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,pride
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T213000
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SUMMARY:Zanies Pride Edition: Thirst Trap Salon with Manny Petty
DESCRIPTION:Thirst Trap Salon with Manny Petty – Pride Edition Join Manny Petty and friends as they celebrate Pride Month with a stellar lineup of Chicago’s funniest LGBTQ+ comedians in Thirst Trap Salon; A Queer Comedy Blowout. \nIf the Mario Bros had a sassy cousin\, his name would be Manny Petty: a Chicago-based stand-up comedian and musician who blends rapid-fire wit with musical comedy\, landing somewhere between Tom Petty and a desperately needed mani-pedi. A Sicilian former punk rocker turned house husband\, Manny delivers outrageous one-liners with the confidence of someone who’s seen things—and won’t let you forget it. \nManny has been featured on Dropout TV’s Game Changer as the unforgettable “Tired Italian Man\,” as well as on WGN’s Spotlight Chicago. Known for his razor-sharp insights and polished musical comedy chops\, he’s become a standout on Chicago’s comedy scene and beyond. You catch Manny’s new comedy special “The Pink Man Cave” on the YouTube channel CBTV. \nPetty has opened for Rhys Nicholson (RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under)\, Brendan Scannell (Bonding on Netflix)\, and Corey O’Brien’s The Red Tour\, and has been a featured performer at Roast Battle Chicago\, The 312 Comedy Fest (2025)\, The Punx Can’t Laugh Comedy Fest (2025)\, and The Loons on the Lake Comedy Festival (2023–2025). \nGet ready for a comedy makeover!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/zanies-pride-edition-thirst-trap-salon-with-manny-petty/
LOCATION:Zanies
CATEGORIES:comedy,pride
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T200000
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SUMMARY:Zach Zimmerman @ The Lincoln Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Zach Zimmerman is a stand-up comedian\, TV writer and friend. From Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me\, The Late Late Show\,\nWatch What Happens Live\, and After Midnight\, Zimmerman’s first comedy album\, “Clean Comedy\,” debuted on the Billboard Top 10 and Zach’s first comedy special “Surprise Me” was named a Vulture Comedy Special You Should Definitely Watch. Their first book\, “Is It Hot in Here? (Or Am I Suffering for All Eternity for the Sins I Committed on Earth?)\,” was named a Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2023 and was optioned by Sony\nPictures Television\, where Zimmerman has a development deal. Zimmerman’s humor pieces and essays have been published by\nMcSweeney’s\, Vulture\, The Washington Post and The New Yorker.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/zach-zimmerman-the-lincoln-lodge/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Lodge\, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T220000
DTSTAMP:20260522T034536Z
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SUMMARY:Give it to me gay!
DESCRIPTION:Give It To Me Gay is a variety show\, celebrating queer art and joy through many forms of comedy and performance. Each show is different\, featuring 3 unique LGBTQIA+ acts and a performance by the Give It To Me Gay ensemble. This Pride\, we want to laugh\, celebrate\, and create space for queer voices to shine onstage. Join us for a night of community\, chaos\, and unforgettable performances.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/give-it-to-me-gay-2/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:The Second City\, 230 W. North Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T145118Z
CREATED:20260515T005151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T145118Z
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T145118Z
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T143010Z
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SUMMARY:Late Night Sapphics: Queer Comedic Variety Show!
DESCRIPTION:Late Night Sapphics: The comedy variety we know you’ve been waiting for! Whether you bring a hot date or you’re looking to meet one\, get ready to laugh all night! Late Night Sapphics was created to bridge the gap between queer joy and comedy in Chicago. Join us this June for one of the most queer shows yet! Coming this June 13th at 9:30pm at the iO Theater!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/late-night-sapphics-queer-comedic-variety-show/
LOCATION:iO Theater\, 1501 N Kingsbury\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T164428Z
CREATED:20260523T164428Z
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SUMMARY:Live at The Second City: Live Laugh Love is Love
DESCRIPTION:Hi gay! Celebrate PRIDE at The Second City with LIVE LAUGH LOVE IS LOVE! It’s giving laughs! It’s giving music! It’s giving LGBTQIA + LMFAO. Laugh the night away to an hour of The Second City’s iconic improv comedy served up by some of Chicago’s hottest queer performers. Happening Sundays at 6pm all June long. See you there\, diva.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/live-at-the-second-city-live-laugh-love-is-love-2/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Dylan’s Skybox Theatre\, 1608 N. Wells St. #4\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T032728Z
CREATED:20260526T032631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T032728Z
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SUMMARY:The Bi Wives Club comedy show - June 17th
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Chicago summer with the Bi Wives Club! We’ve got a stacked lineup of Chicago’s funniest comics! Not bi? No problem. Nobody’s wife? Even better. \nThe Bi Wives Club is a comedy showcase for all outsiders who hide in plain sight. Playful\, intimate\, and hilarious—audiences praise the show’s atmosphere\, community\, and humor. It’s both one of the funniest and most energizing shows in town. \nACCESSIBILITY NOTE: this show will include ASL interpretation! \nJoin us on June 17th as we welcome comics Caitlin Checkeroski\, Luis Arevalo\, Olivia May\, Delilah Orizabah\, Jules Radner\, and the Bi Wives themselves: Kris Lantzy\, Kayla McCaffery & Christen Manville.\nTickets are $12 in advance and $17 at the door. \nPress is invited to attend the performance\, Wednesday\, June 17th\, 7pm at Dorothy. Please contact thebiwivesclub@gmail.com for comps for press.\nDoors open at 6pm with a one-hour happy hour before the show at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm.\nDorothy is 21+ and requires physical or mobile ID for entry. Dorothy is ADA accessible with elevator access on Campbell Ave. If you are a guest who requires elevator access\, please wait by the black door on Campbell Ave with the Dorothy logo in the window and call staff to assist at 773-770-3799\nPlease note: refund requests are only available until 24h before the event. No other refund requests will be honored.\nFollow the Bi Wives Club on Instagram at @theBiWivesClub to see full performer bios and future show announcements.\nABOUT THE COMEDIANS\nCaitlin Checkeroski is a Michigan bumpkin turned Chicago comic and now performs all over the country. She has participated in many prestigious comedy festivals including Altercation Fest\, 10\,000 Laughs and Limestone Comedy Festival. She recently headlined Zanies Chicago. \nDelilah Orizabah is a full-time therapist\, part-time standup\, and an on-call storyteller. You’ve seen her perform at The Future of Comedy Festival\, The Latina Comedy Festival\, Laugh Factory\, Lincoln Lodge\, The Den Theater and The Steppenwolf Theater. She’s a Scorpio sun; Capricorn Moon and Rising. \nJules Radner (she/her) is a sparkling cocktail of disabilities (though tragically not mixed with Malört) who spills on the funny ways able bodied people irk her. Her onstage chemistry is like no other- her stories will make you say “I’m sat”\, while regretting not having popcorn to throw back. She may bubble over\, but you will always have a cheerful time! \nLuis Arevalo is a Chicago comedian who started young and turned his stutter from a weakness to a strength. Once described as the “future voice of Gen Z\,” Luis’s material focuses on being emotionally correct rather than politically correct. He has performed all across the country in clubs and venues like Go Bananas\, Haha Comedy Club\, Laugh Factory\, and has also done comedy festivals such as Beast Village and Floodwater. Luis has opened up for comedians such as René Vacas\, Ken Flores\, Chris Redd\, and Geoff Tate. You can find his special on Lmao Fans (Onlyfans) \nOlivia May is a Chicago comic by way of Charlotte\, NC. She used to work in finance and is now a receptionist and chasing her comedy dreams.\nThe comedian producers of the Bi Wives Club are three bi wives (not to each other) who perform\, celebrate\, and promote joke-dense\, authentic comedy. KRIS LANTZY is a queer comic and hot mom tackling alllll ‘the issues’ through her playful comedic lens\, like what to do when everyone thinks your wife is your sister? CHRISTEN MANVILLE has an unmatched ability to inhabit discordant perspectives with ease. She is the ideal date for an X-rated experimental puppet show and your grandmother’s 80th birthday party. KAYLA MCCAFFREY is an actor\, comedian\, and improvisor as well as a newlywed wife\, inner child nurturer\, and vegan dog mom. Kayla jumps between her too-many roles with ease and throws her whole heart into everything she does.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-bi-wives-club-comedy-show-june-17th/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T220000
DTSTAMP:20260522T034536Z
CREATED:20260522T034318Z
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SUMMARY:Give it to me gay!
DESCRIPTION:Give It To Me Gay is a variety show\, celebrating queer art and joy through many forms of comedy and performance. Each show is different\, featuring 3 unique LGBTQIA+ acts and a performance by the Give It To Me Gay ensemble. This Pride\, we want to laugh\, celebrate\, and create space for queer voices to shine onstage. Join us for a night of community\, chaos\, and unforgettable performances.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/give-it-to-me-gay-2/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:The Second City\, 230 W. North Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T145118Z
CREATED:20260515T005151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T145118Z
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:You're Invited To The Juneteenth Comedy Festival: A Celebration of Black Comedians in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited To The Juneteenth Comedy Festival: A Celebration of Black Comedians is a vibrant comedy variety show that spotlights some of the most exciting Black comedic talent in Chicago. From stand-up and improv to musical comedy and a whole lot of cuttin’ up\, this festival serves up a full plate of laughter\, culture\, and community. \nThis festival is brought to you by Karissa and Wongel Productions in partnership Julia Morales and iO Theater. \nThe show is on Saturday\, June 20th\, 2025 at the iconic iO Theater. Doors open at 6:30PM with a 7:00PM show time. Tickets are available on the iO Theater website and are $28.66 (includes fees). \niO Theater is an all ages venue with full food and beverage service. The bar and kitchen are open each show night at 6pm and offer delicious and affordable options before\, during\, and after the shows.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/youre-invited-to-the-juneteenth-comedy-festival-a-celebration-of-black-comedians-in-chicago/
LOCATION:iO Theater\, 1501 N Kingsbury\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T145118Z
CREATED:20260515T005151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T145118Z
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T164428Z
CREATED:20260523T164428Z
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SUMMARY:Live at The Second City: Live Laugh Love is Love
DESCRIPTION:Hi gay! Celebrate PRIDE at The Second City with LIVE LAUGH LOVE IS LOVE! It’s giving laughs! It’s giving music! It’s giving LGBTQIA + LMFAO. Laugh the night away to an hour of The Second City’s iconic improv comedy served up by some of Chicago’s hottest queer performers. Happening Sundays at 6pm all June long. See you there\, diva.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/live-at-the-second-city-live-laugh-love-is-love-2/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Dylan’s Skybox Theatre\, 1608 N. Wells St. #4\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T220000
DTSTAMP:20260522T034536Z
CREATED:20260522T034318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T034536Z
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SUMMARY:Give it to me gay!
DESCRIPTION:Give It To Me Gay is a variety show\, celebrating queer art and joy through many forms of comedy and performance. Each show is different\, featuring 3 unique LGBTQIA+ acts and a performance by the Give It To Me Gay ensemble. This Pride\, we want to laugh\, celebrate\, and create space for queer voices to shine onstage. Join us for a night of community\, chaos\, and unforgettable performances.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/give-it-to-me-gay-2/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The Second City\, 230 W. North Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T145118Z
CREATED:20260515T005151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T145118Z
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260625T190957Z
CREATED:20260604T144614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T190957Z
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SUMMARY:Gay for Pay: Pride Edition
DESCRIPTION:Gay for Pay returns to the Lincoln Lodge to celebrate Pride Month and the show’s 3-year anniversary! Hosts Dan Hickey and Mary Fiala present Chicago’s funniest queers and comics in a leather-studded lineup that will make you cackle with gay joy. You’ll see standup from Kelli Tosic\, Sierra Kenyon\, Ron Popp\, and Mantra Radhakrishnan\, improv by Fruity Cousins\, and drag by Deon Glass. End your Pride with a slam-bang finish that’ll make you wish June was twice as long. Rinse off the glitter later\, it’s time to party.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/gay-for-pay-pride-edition/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Lodge\, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,drag
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T223000
DTSTAMP:20260625T191040Z
CREATED:20260524T183755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T191040Z
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SUMMARY:Improvised Romantasy: PRIDE! at iO Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride Weekend with Chicago’s favorite unscripted love story! Improvised Romantasy is turning up the heat\, the drama\, and the camp for a completely queer\, completely improvised fantasy epic. Will a fierce sapphire dragon-shifter finally choose their fated royal mate? Will the brooding\, morally gray assassin finally confess their feelings under the starry night sky? You hold the quill. Give us your favorite queer romance tropes\, and our cast will weave a feature-length\, magical romance right before your eyes. Grab your crown\, bring your pride\, and prepare for a night of magic\, laughter\, and a guaranteed happily-ever-after!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/improvised-romantasy-pride-at-io-theater/
LOCATION:iO Theater\, 1501 N Kingsbury\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T145118Z
CREATED:20260515T005151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T145118Z
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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