Illustration of a holiday show scene (The Second City's Nut-Cracking Holiday Revue)
Christmas Shows

The Second City's Nut-Cracking Holiday Revue

Audiences can watch a fast-paced, interactive comedy revue featuring seasonal songs, sketches, and Second City improv comedy. The show satirizes classic holiday staples including family gatherings, office parties, seasonal movies, and continuous radio hits.

What to Expect

Fast-paced holiday sketches, seasonal songs, and improv comedy revue.

Event Details

Ages

Recommended ages vary by show; guardians are responsible for determining suitability.

Neighborhood

Downtown Arlington Heights

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (2/5)

Best For

Holiday comedy and improv fans

Vibe

Festive and irreverent

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
111 W Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Arlington Heights, IL
60005

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $40; $50 for NYE. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Sun Dec 27: 7:30pm; Mon Dec 28 and Tue Dec 29: 5:00pm & 7:30pm; Thu Dec 31: 5:00pm & 7:30pm.

Tips & Advice

  • Choose the performance that suits your plans, since the revue has several select-date performances.
  • Have a ticket ready for the performance you plan to attend; each ticket covers one performance.
  • Expect audience interaction as part of the comedy revue.
  • Look out for sketches and songs that satirize familiar holiday gatherings, movies and music.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of show is the revue?

It is a fast-paced, interactive comedy revue with seasonal songs, sketches and improv.

What holiday subjects does the comedy cover?

It lampoons family gatherings, office parties, holiday movies and songs on repeat.

Does a ticket cover more than one performance?

A ticket covers one performance of the revue.

What can audiences expect from the performance?

The show combines comedy, seasonal songs and audience interaction.

Is the show suitable for children?

The event information does not give an age recommendation.

Tags

comedytheaterholiday entertainmentlive entertainmentfamily friendlyseasonal activitiesfestive funimprov

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Last Updated: Nov 4, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team