Highbrow Highlights is your guide to Chicago's comedy scene. Hosted by Thomas Nelson, Caleb Tackes, and Ellen Steinke, this filmed podcast underlines the best of improv, sketch, and stand-up in the windy city. Tune in every two weeks as our hosts highlight the city's up-and-coming talent, essential classes, and exclusive auditions. You'll also get a peak backstage with comedy insiders and tips you won't find anywhere else. Connect with the community and get a good laugh with your ticket to the heart of Chicago comedy. Tune in today and join the comedy conversation.
Highbrow Highlights
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Highbrow Highlights is your guide to Chicago's comedy scene. Hosted by Thomas Nelson, Caleb Tackes, and Ellen Steinke, this filmed podcast underlines the best of improv, sketch, and stand-up in the windy city. Tune in every two weeks as our hosts highlight the city's up-and-coming talent, essential classes, and exclusive auditions. You'll also get a peak backstage with comedy insiders and tips you won't find anywhere else. Connect with the community and get a good laugh with your ticket to the heart of Chicago comedy. Tune in today and join the comedy conversation.
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August 29, 2024
WE'RE BACK! Plus Tips For Filming Yourself On Stage
<p>The crews all back! Hear some first hand experience about Stephen Colbert's Chicago shows during the DNC, upcoming shows, and Japo Parcero joins for an interview discussing the do's and don'ts of filming yourself on stage. </p> <p><br></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>Follow us on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>Watch this episode on our Youtube Channel</strong></a><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/highbrow-lowbrow-56114218043"></a><strong></strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>HighbrowLowbrow.com</strong></a></p> <p><br></p>
May 25, 2024
Where to Find Chicago Comedy Auditions
<p>The Highbrow crew discusses resources for Chicago comedy auditions, plus recent Mainstage shows with Moms, We Took Edibles and Hour Ago, and Stir Friday Night's upcoming shows and events. </p> <p><br></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>Follow us on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>Watch this episode on our Youtube Channel</strong></a><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/highbrow-lowbrow-56114218043"><strong>Get tickets to our next live show</strong></a><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>HighbrowLowbrow.com</strong></a></p>
May 17, 2024
The Best Screenwriting Software (in our opinion) AND IT’S FREE?!?
<p>The Highbrow crew discusses the best screenwriting software, upcoming Chicago comedy festivals: iO Fest and Rhinofest, Little Orphan Boy at The Annoyance, the NEW Home Comedy Theater and more Chicago comedy news.</p> <p><br></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>Follow us on Instagram</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>Watch this episode on our Youtube Channel</strong></a><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/highbrow-lowbrow-56114218043"><strong>Get tickets to our next live show</strong></a><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGcueK_RC9C-LAvra-7NMA"><strong>HighbrowLowbrow.com</strong></a></p>
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