originally published: 08/17/2025
(MAHWAH, NJ) -- The Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts presents The Second City with "Laugh Harder Not Smarter" on Friday, September 19, 2025 in the Sharp Theater. Rooted in the groundbreaking improvisational games of Viola Spolin, The Second City opened its doors on a snowy Chicago night in December of 1959, and a comedy revolution began. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Laugh Harder, Not Smarter is a celebration of legendary American comedy 65 years in the making. Featuring a hilarious array of classic sketch comedy and songs from the company’s rich history, fresh new favorites, as well as the signature brand of irreverent improv that The Second City is famous for.
With alumni such as Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, and Keegan-Michael Key, The Second City has an unmatched track record of launching the careers of comedy superstars.
Tickets are available for purchase online or by calling the Box Office at (201) 684-7844. The Berrie Center is located at 505 Ramapo Valley Road in Mahwah, New Jersey.
NOTE: For audiences 18 years and older. Contains adult content.
The Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts houses The Sharp Theater, The Myron and Elaine Adler Theater, and The Kresge and Pascal Art Galleries. The Berrie Center has developed a rich series of public programming including Arch Performances, which produces a guest artist series including performances in dance, theater, and concerts. The Art Galleries house contemporary art exhibitions. In addition, the Berrie Center is home to the Ramapo College School of Contemporary Arts with specialized facilities for photography, dance, music and theater production. comedy revolution began.
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