Legendary comedy club iO moves out of Wrigleyville
Legendary comedy club iO moves out of Wrigleyville
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Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert and Mike Myers are just a few of the countless comedians who got their start at Chicago’s iO Theater (formerly known as Improv Olympic). Soon, the Chicago staple will be moving from its longtime home around the corner from Wrigley Field to Lincoln Park. We talk with iO founder and owner Charna Halpern about what the change in venue will mean for improvisers and comedy fans.
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