Sat & Sun
Summertime2024
The Sugar Hole It is with wide eyes and sticky lips that Color Club announces the opening of The Sugar Hole, the world’s only puppet-powered ice cream walk-up window! Nestled in the leafy green understory of Chicago’s sweetest neighborhood, Irving Park, The Sugar Hole opens between the hours of 3 and 8 PM on summertime Saturdays and Sundays. The industrious puppet employees of The Sugar Hole will greet visitors and take their orders. Their fuzzy felt hearts beat for soft serve ice cream and they can’t wait to delight Chicago’s sweet teeth with their tasty recipe for good times. The Sugar Hole can be found on the Hamlin-facing side of Color Club, at 4146 N. Elston Avenue.
3:00 to 8:00 PMHamlin Walk-up Window
25
July2024
Zach Sorkin Quintet
7:30 PMColor Club Tavern
26
July2024
Keep honking, we’re forming a divine connectionImproviser, writer, and photoshop power user Natalie Peeples returns to Chicago after a 612 day road trip to share some lessons from the road.
Directed by Claire Favret.
Directed by Claire Favret.
8:00 PMColor Club Tavern
TICKETS
TICKETS
26
July2024
Local Universe Presents
Nate Varrone “Goes In”Nate Varrone is a Lebanese/Italian stand-up comedian, actor, and TV writer living in Los Angeles, CA. He is an alum of The Second City Mainstage in Chicago, IL. His work has been featured on Vulture, Comedy Central, and McSweeney’s. He was selected to be in Comedy Central’s “Up Next” Showcase in 2019 at Clusterfest. He’s written for the Emmy Nominated series Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News. He is a 2022 Sundance Episodic Labs Finalist. He’s featured in Season 2 of The Bear on FX/Hulu. He currently co-hosts the podcast Joy Tactics with Eric Rahill and Jack Bensinger. He is also the creator of the most iconic character of the 21st century: Mr. Simp.
Nate Varrone “Goes In”Nate Varrone is a Lebanese/Italian stand-up comedian, actor, and TV writer living in Los Angeles, CA. He is an alum of The Second City Mainstage in Chicago, IL. His work has been featured on Vulture, Comedy Central, and McSweeney’s. He was selected to be in Comedy Central’s “Up Next” Showcase in 2019 at Clusterfest. He’s written for the Emmy Nominated series Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News. He is a 2022 Sundance Episodic Labs Finalist. He’s featured in Season 2 of The Bear on FX/Hulu. He currently co-hosts the podcast Joy Tactics with Eric Rahill and Jack Bensinger. He is also the creator of the most iconic character of the 21st century: Mr. Simp.
8:00 PMColor Club Ballroom
TICKETS
TICKETS
28
July2024
Trip SitterTrip Sitter is about Joey Z’s experience finding mental peace in cannabis and psychedelics after growing up with bipolar disorder. It features stand up, story telling, experimental music, psychedelic visuals, and an interactive game show.
Joey Z has performed at Moontower JFL (4x), SXSW, Willie Nelson’s Cannabis Convention for the Luck Ranch, and has shared the stage with some of his favorite artists such as Reggie Watts and Danny Brown. Joey is also the creator of the variety event Glow Show, which has toured the US and has been nominated for best comedy show in Austin via The Austin Chronicle ’22 & ’23.
Joey Z has performed at Moontower JFL (4x), SXSW, Willie Nelson’s Cannabis Convention for the Luck Ranch, and has shared the stage with some of his favorite artists such as Reggie Watts and Danny Brown. Joey is also the creator of the variety event Glow Show, which has toured the US and has been nominated for best comedy show in Austin via The Austin Chronicle ’22 & ’23.
8:00 PMColor Club Tavern
TICKETS
TICKETS
2 & 3
August2024
Figure DrawingA play devised by an Assembly Theatre ensemble, Figure Drawing follows a couple old men who mourn the death of a friend, a young woman falling in love, a painter trying to get out of a slump, and a photographer who is fascinated by a man in the park. It is a thoughtful, amiable, poetic exploration of how we perceive the world in relation to one another. The set will feature original sculptures by Chicago artist Allie Walter.
7:30 PMColor Club Ballroom
TICKETS
TICKETS
7
August2024
Local Universe Presents
Haters ClubHaters Club was started in Chicago in 2018 and now happens in LA, but is now back in Chicago for one night only. It’s hosted by David Brown (Jury Duty), Danny Catlow (The Bear), and Kate O’Connor (Funny Games). The show originally started as a roast show. While we no longer do a full program of roasting, we certainly keep the hate alive.
We don’t book bad comedians, only good ones. We actually hate bad comedians. Past performers have included Sarah Sherman, Megan Stalter, Chelsea Peretti, Patti Harrison, Chris Fleming, Langston Kerman, Zainab Johnson, Brent Weinbach, DJ Douggpound..
Haters ClubHaters Club was started in Chicago in 2018 and now happens in LA, but is now back in Chicago for one night only. It’s hosted by David Brown (Jury Duty), Danny Catlow (The Bear), and Kate O’Connor (Funny Games). The show originally started as a roast show. While we no longer do a full program of roasting, we certainly keep the hate alive.
We don’t book bad comedians, only good ones. We actually hate bad comedians. Past performers have included Sarah Sherman, Megan Stalter, Chelsea Peretti, Patti Harrison, Chris Fleming, Langston Kerman, Zainab Johnson, Brent Weinbach, DJ Douggpound..
8:00 PMColor Club Ballroom
TICKETS
TICKETS
17
August2024
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSSYears after a personal tragedy, Michael Cruz Kayne talks about grief. Michael is a Peabody and WGA award-winning writer, a four-time Emmy loser, and currently works for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. As a stand-up, he’s appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers, and as an actor he’s been on Severance, High Maintenance, White House Plumbers and some other stuff. Michael returns to his comedy roots with a pared-down version of a show that had an extended run off-Broadway at the Audible Theater and was named among the Best of Audible 2023. The show is currently nominated for both a Lortel Award and a Drama Desk Award. It was recommended by the New York Times, whose critic tweeted ” ‘Sorry for Your Loss’ is a genuinely buoying show, BTW, and it is comedy: inquisitive, funny, provocative, compassionate. Emotionally, this culture doesn’t know what to do with seismic grief, but Michael Cruz Kayne does.”
8:00 PMColor Club Ballroom
TICKETS
TICKETS
23
August2024
Local Universe Presents
Love, Los Angeles, and Imported BeersLove, Los Angeles, and Imported Beers is a heartfelt romantic comedy play that takes audiences on a journey through the complexities of modern romance. The story follows Jay Weingarten, a hopeless romantic searching for love. Encouraged by his best friend Kevin (Jordan Adika), Jay ventures out into the world, hoping to find his significant other. As he navigates the ups and downs of dating, Jay encounters Jessica (Jill O’Connell), an art historian with whom he shares a deep connection over their mutual love of paintings. However, their budding romance faces challenges, including challenges with Jay’s dad (Tim Heidecker). Through moments of laughter, passion, and reflection, “Love, Los Angeles, and Imported Beers” explores the power of love, the beauty of art, and the importance of taking chances in matters of the heart.
Love, Los Angeles, and Imported BeersLove, Los Angeles, and Imported Beers is a heartfelt romantic comedy play that takes audiences on a journey through the complexities of modern romance. The story follows Jay Weingarten, a hopeless romantic searching for love. Encouraged by his best friend Kevin (Jordan Adika), Jay ventures out into the world, hoping to find his significant other. As he navigates the ups and downs of dating, Jay encounters Jessica (Jill O’Connell), an art historian with whom he shares a deep connection over their mutual love of paintings. However, their budding romance faces challenges, including challenges with Jay’s dad (Tim Heidecker). Through moments of laughter, passion, and reflection, “Love, Los Angeles, and Imported Beers” explores the power of love, the beauty of art, and the importance of taking chances in matters of the heart.
8:00 PMColor Club Tavern
TICKETS
TICKETS
24
August2024
Love Songs for GazaEach artist will sing a song of their choosing:
Janet Bean, Sally Timms, Ira Glass, Tim Kinsella, Family Junkett, Bobby Conn & Monica Boubou, Himabindu Pooroori and Jeanine O’Toole
Lots of great raffle items supplied by area shops, restaurants, and artists.
Catered by: Sultans Market // Hosted by: Peeper Johnson
Janet Bean, Sally Timms, Ira Glass, Tim Kinsella, Family Junkett, Bobby Conn & Monica Boubou, Himabindu Pooroori and Jeanine O’Toole
Lots of great raffle items supplied by area shops, restaurants, and artists.
Catered by: Sultans Market // Hosted by: Peeper Johnson
7:30 PMColor Club Tavern
TICKETS
TICKETS
19
October2024
Local Universe Presents
Grace KuhlenschmidtGrace Kuhlenschmidt is an NYC based stand-up comedian, actress and writer who was recognized by the New York Times as one of the top 7 Comedians to Watch. Last year she was also recognized as a New Face by Just For Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival. Grace recurred in the final season of SEARCH PARTY (HBO Max), can be seen in the first season of KILLING IT (Peacock), and also appeared in the first season of ZIWE (Showtime). You can currently watch her on THE DAILY SHOW (Comedy Central).
Grace KuhlenschmidtGrace Kuhlenschmidt is an NYC based stand-up comedian, actress and writer who was recognized by the New York Times as one of the top 7 Comedians to Watch. Last year she was also recognized as a New Face by Just For Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival. Grace recurred in the final season of SEARCH PARTY (HBO Max), can be seen in the first season of KILLING IT (Peacock), and also appeared in the first season of ZIWE (Showtime). You can currently watch her on THE DAILY SHOW (Comedy Central).
7:00 PM and 9:30 PMColor Club Ballroom
Early Tickets
Late Tickets
Early Tickets
Late Tickets
Local Universe is responsible for many of the exceptional programs featured on this calendar.
See all Local Universe shows at Color Club.
Color Club events are open to ALL AGES, unless otherwise noted. Patrons under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Color Club also hosts the following regular activities:
Monday nights — Jazzercise!
Tuesday nights — Anthony Meindl’s Actor’s Workshop and DANCE CHURCH
Friday nights — Ethnic Dance Chicago
Sunday mornings — Embodied Movement
***Please note: Color Club’s 100-year-old building requires stairs to access the second floor ballroom and museum/classroom. We are working on improvements to remedy this! The tavern on the first floor is accessible via the corner entrance at Hamlin and Elston. There is also one accessible bathroom on the first floor available by request.***