who trains the comedians who create the comedy
on the second city stages? we do.
If you’ve ever laughed during a show at Second City, it’s because a teacher was involved in that actor’s training.
Almost all comedians hired by the Second City have spent time taking classes at the Second City Training Center.
The Second City faculty are key to developing talent and engagement in the company and in the comedy community as a whole.
AICE empowers the educators to organize with one another so that they can have a productive conversation when negotiating with the Second City leadership. Our union gives all faculty, facilitators, and music directors a seat at the table when official decisions are made.
Our priorities:
Getting to a first contract after 700+ days of negotiating with Second City leadership
Ensuring our voices are heard
Securing the ability to have fair compensation, clear job descriptions, and equitable working conditions
Consistent and positive training for the educational outcome of our students
