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Magnet Theater

Magnet Theater is a performance and training space established in 2005. It is one of the most well-known improv schools and theaters in the city, offering classes and shows in various styles of comedy such as improv, musical improv, sketch, and storytelling. The theater was founded by Armando Diaz and Sean Taylor, both veteran improvisers from the Chicago comedy community. The Magnet Theater also has a touring company that performs and teaches workshops at improv festivals around the world, as well as a corporate workshops' division, the Magnet Genius Machine. Many notable performers and faculty from the theater have gone on to work on shows such as Broad City, 30 Rock, and The Colbert Report.

Address: 254 W 29th St
Getting there: just off the corner of West 29th and 8th Ave
Website: magnettheater.com (opens in a new tab)

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