From comedy shows to festivals to literary readings, there’s tons to do in Chicago this week. Here are just a few recommendations:
Wed 5/31: The breakout RuPaul’s Drag Race star presents her one-woman show Trixie Mattel: Ages 3 and up. Located at the Laugh Factory (3175 N. Broadway), Mattel’s show is full of humor, heart, and plenty of drag.
5/31-6/4: The A.V. Club welcomes headliners Patton Oswalt, Christopher Guest, and Mike Judge to town for the Fourth Annual 26th Annual Comedy Festival taking place at venues all across the city. Other performers include Aparna Nancherla, Jena Friedman, and Bobcat Goldthwait & Caitlin Gill.