Dr. Steve Brule Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 from Pitchfork:Tweedy, Oldham, Deal Sisters Play Second City BenefitAlso Steve Albini, Sally Timms and Jon Langford of the Mekons, Robbie FulksImprov comedy: It's not just for telling strangers to act like proctologists anymore! Beginning at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 4 and going until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5, the folks at Chicago's famed Second City comedy institution will take to their own e.t.c. stage to perform a full day's worth of improv, with ticket sales going to buy holiday presents for needy children. This is the sixth annual "The Second City That Never Sleeps: Letters to Santa" event, and though the whole thing makes us a little drowsy just thinking about it, it also warms our Grinchian hearts. We at Pitchfork enjoy a good chuckle now and again, but we especially like our chuckles with a side of music. And indeed, Second City will yet again spike their eggnog with a liberal splash of music, with guest appearances from Jeff Tweedy, Will Oldham, Steve Albini, Kim and Kelley Deal, Mekons Sally Timms and Jon Langford, and (as ever in Chicago) Robbie Fulks. No word on whether or not the musical lot will join in all the improv games, though we'd sure be curious to see Albini do "charming." Just funnin', Smiley! Tweedy and Oldham. I may hurl with joy!!!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
aricandover Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 from Pitchfork:Tweedy and Oldham. I may hurl with joy!!!!!!! holy crap Quote Link to post Share on other sites
insideoutoflove Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 gah! i wish i could go.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Preferred B Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 This will be my fifth straight year doing 24 hours at this thing, and it just keeps getting better. (I know there are a few people who have me beat.) Can't. Wait. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wendy Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I'll be there ... my first time! Sounds like a great show. *Wonders to self ... How much coffee drinking can I do in 24 hours?* Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Preferred B Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 There's a Starbucks right downstairs! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Steve Brule Posted November 14, 2007 Author Share Posted November 14, 2007 *Wonders to self ... How much coffee drinking can I do in 24 hours?* The 24 hour Starbucks is a godsend. The baristas look at you a little suspiciously on your 3rd visit or so, but have the good sense not to intervene. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OOO Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I'm going to be going for my first time ever, now that I'm back in the Chicagoland area. By the way, if indeed Jeff continues his generous streak and does the auction, and there are any VC groups forming that need an extra member, I'm going to go ahead and raise my hand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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Wendy Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 ??? I don't get it. What's the fuzzy bear costume picture connection? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 that's Oblivious. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wendy Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 that's Oblivious.Oh, OK .. thanks! Oblivious, will you wear that to the Second City show so we can recognize you? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 if he joins Wilco, he should have to wear that bear suit. I think it would be a great addition to the band. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OOO Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I am the laughing stock of the board. Also, yes, I'll wear it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jc4prez Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I am the laughing stock of the board. Also, yes, I'll wear it. that is awesome........ Anybody think we will see a much bigger crowd this year? I rember last year it was relativlty quite until a little before show time, but I do rember they were turning folks away. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
auria Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 why is it on a Tuesday? damn. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Steve Brule Posted November 14, 2007 Author Share Posted November 14, 2007 Anybody think we will see a much bigger crowd this year? I remember last year it was relativlty quite until a little before show time, but I do rember they were turning folks away. That's been the norm the last few years. Hard to say if the Bonny Prince will have a large draw. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I am the laughing stock of the board. Also, yes, I'll wear it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jc4prez Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 Does anyone rember how soon before the performance Sue made us aware of when Jeff was playing? By the way Sue or Jeff if you happen to see this. THANK YOU! I will never forget two years ago watching Sue convince Jeff to do the three shows and couldn't stop thinking how geniune. I tried to thank Jeff for his charity work at Lolla this year but all that probably came out was mumble mumble. So agian, THANK YOU! This is really a great cause. I don't know pay pal but we should set up a donation fund on here again! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deepseacatfish Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I will never forget two years ago watching Sue convince Jeff to do the three shows and couldn't stop thinking how geniune. I tried to thank Jeff for his charity work at Lolla this year but all that probably came out was mumble mumble.So agian, THANK YOU! This is really a great cause. I don't know pay pal but we should set up a donation fund on here again!Wilco's and specifically the Tweedy's generosity towards both their fans and causes like this amaze me. They are great people. I won't be able to make this, what with the school thing and all, but I hope that everybody who goes gets a chance to enjoy a really wonderful performance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
H.Stone Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 I won't be able to make it either, but it's sure to be a blast. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alison the wilca Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 i have $867,000 left in my trust fund so don't even think about forming an "auction" group. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yankee Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 I will never forget two years ago watching Sue convince Jeff to do the three shows and couldn't stop thinking how geniune. so, i heard about the show, but is jeff auctioning off the living room show/shows again this year? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wendy Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 None of the auction "items" have been announced for 2007 as far as I can see on the Second City website. Maybe we'll see a post from Sue soon with the details. *crosses fingers* Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 I am the laughing stock of the board.That's totally not the case man. Shit, I thought it was ME! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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