# iO Theater

> Chicago's legendary 30,000 sq ft comedy venue, training center,
> and event space. Founded in 1981, iO Theater helped define
> modern long-form improv and remains one of the art form's most influential
> training centers. Reopened November 3, 2022.

For complete context, see [llms-full.txt](https://ioimprov.com/llms-full.txt).

## About

- [About iO Theater](https://ioimprov.com/about-us/): History, founders, and the birthplace of longform improv
- [iO Updates](https://ioimprov.com/io-updates/): News and announcements

## Shows

- [Shows & Tickets](https://ioimprov.com/shows/): Live improv six nights a week across four stages
- [House Teams](https://ioimprov.com/house-teams/): Audition-based ensembles performing weekly
- [iO Fest](https://ioimprov.com/io-fest/): Annual improv festival

## Training Center

- [Classes](https://ioimprov.com/classes/): Five-level longform program, sketch, music improv, stand-up, and intensives
- [Teen & Youth](https://ioimprov.com/teen-youth/): Programs for young performers
- [Class registration (Crowdwork)](https://www.crowdwork.com/v/iotheater/classes): Register and pay for current sessions

## Corporate & Events

- [iO@Work](https://ioimprov.com/io-at-work/): Improv-based corporate training, team building, and event entertainment
- [Event Spaces](https://ioimprov.com/event-space/): 30,000 sq ft Chicago event venue with eight named spaces
- [Corporate Events](https://ioimprov.com/event-space/corporate-events/): Corporate parties, retreats, launches, and team gatherings
- [Conference Spaces](https://ioimprov.com/event-space/conference-spaces/): Conference, seminar, and multi-session event venue information
- [Meeting Spaces](https://ioimprov.com/event-space/meeting-spaces/): Offsite meetings, trainings, workshops, and presentations
- [Private Events](https://ioimprov.com/event-space/private-events/): Private parties, theater rental, fundraisers, celebrations, and social events

## Food & Drinks

- [Food & Drinks](https://ioimprov.com/food-drinks/): Full bar and kitchen on-site

## Optional

- [Wikipedia: iO Theater](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IO_Theater): Encyclopedia entry covering history and alumni
- [IRC Improv Wiki: iO Theater](https://wiki.improvresourcecenter.com/index.php?title=IO_Theater): Community improv reference entry