A graduation showcase for the students of the Lincoln Lodge's advanced standup course, The Punch Up!About this Event
Come and watch the students of "Fem Com Presents: The Punch Up" showcase their standup sets!
The Punch Up is an advanced course in standup comedy, meant for comedians who have been pursuing standup for at least 1 year, or have completed one of the Lincoln Lodge's level 1 courses (Fem Com or Standup Seminary).
The 5 week course is founded on the comedy principles of the critically acclaimed Lincoln Lodge, a national leader in cultivating and developing new comedy talent.
To support the nonprofit mission of the Lincoln Lodge, we set a $5 suggested donation for admission to the grad shows!
The Lincoln Lodge Theater Code of Conduct
The Lincoln Lodge Theater and Training Center is a place to foster creativity, connection and artistic expression with an aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for performers to grow. Those entering this space must be able to come together in trust and respect, while honoring the diversity of its community members. The purpose of this document is to promote student/performer well being and encourage a collaborative and harmonious theater environment.
The following is a list of expectations for students and performers while in The Lincoln Lodge space:
-Be aware of the diverse background of theater attendees/classmates and create material from a place of fun, respect and kindness towards others
-Sexist, racist, homophobic, and discriminatory behavior or jokes will not be tolerated
-Behave professionally and respectfully towards others
-Treat sensitive and risky subject matter carefully and with emotional intelligence. Be open to having a constructive, open conversation about a performance afterwards if the occasion arises.
The following is a non-exhaustive list of prohibited conduct:
-Physical abuse
-Theft/damage/misuse of property: Theft or damage, misuse and unauthorized possession or improper use of personal property; and unauthorized or improper use of, or entry into, theater facilities
-Harassment: Threatening, harassing, bullying or intimidating a person, either verbally, in writing or through electronic or other means
-Sexual Harassment: Unwanted/unwelcome sexual behavior directed at a person in a physical, verbal or non-verbal form
-Drug/alcohol use: Possession, consumption, sale, distribution or use of illicit drugs or outside alcohol is strictly prohibited. Additionally, the Lincoln Lodge is a smoke free zone, including vaping/e-cigarettes.
-Weapons and hazardous materials: The use, possession or storage of any firearms or weapons; dangerous materials or chemicals are prohibited on the theater premises
Consequences for breaching our Code of Conduct will be dealt with accordingly and may consist of, but not limited to: warnings, apologies, probation, suspension, or even removal from the premises. All decisions in regards to situations will be at the discretion of the theater director and training center manager.
Event Venue
The Lincoln Lodge, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, United States
USD 7.19
