Adam Burke LIVE at CG’s Comedy Club (Friday)

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About the Performer

Adam Burke is a British-born comedian who has made Chicago his comedic home for nearly a decade. Originally from the UK by way of Australia, Burke has become one of the most respected and versatile stand-up comedians on the Midwest circuit, known for his sharp wit, intelligent observations, and effortlessly engaging stage presence.

A regular panelist on NPR’s beloved quiz show Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me, Adam has also appeared on the podcasts Doug Loves Movies and The Benson Interruption, the Bob and Tom Show, and WGN 720 AM radio. He was voted Best Standup by readers of The Chicago Reader in 2014 and won Second City’s Up Next Comedy Competition.

Adam has opened for comedy heavyweights including Marc Maron, John Mulaney, Hannibal Burress, Aziz Ansari, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, and many more. His debut album Universal Squirrel Theory was released on A Special Thing Records in 2012. This is a rare chance to see one of Chicago’s finest in an intimate club setting.

Event Details

• Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM CDT (Doors at 7:00 PM)
• Venue: CG’s Comedy Club, 619 E. Boughton Rd. Ste. 125, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
• Age Limit: 21+ (valid ID required)
• Drink Minimum: Two drink minimum per person during the show
• Note: Third party tickets not honored. Check in at least 15 minutes before showtime.

About the Venue

CG’s Comedy Club is Bolingbrook’s premier stand-up comedy destination, located at 619 E. Boughton Rd. in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. The club offers an intimate, club-style atmosphere where every seat feels close to the stage, making it one of the best places in the Chicago area to experience live comedy up close.

The venue features a full bar, table seating, and a two-drink minimum policy that adds to the classic comedy club experience. With a capacity that keeps the room feeling personal and energetic, CG’s has built a reputation for booking top-tier regional and national touring comedians.

Located just off I-355 in Bolingbrook, the club is easily accessible from Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Free parking is available on-site. The venue is a non-smoking property, and management reserves the right to remove disruptive guests to ensure a great experience for everyone.

What to Expect

Adam Burke delivers a polished, intelligent stand-up set that blends dry British humor with sharp Chicago-flavored observations. His material is clever and layered, rewarding attentive audiences with jokes that build beautifully and land with precision.

Expect a full headline set in an intimate club environment where the comedian-audience connection is at its strongest. Burke’s relaxed, conversational style makes the show feel like a night out with one of the funniest people you’ve ever met.

This is a 21+ event, so come ready to enjoy a drink and a great night of stand-up comedy in one of the Chicago area’s most welcoming comedy rooms.

Ticket Information

Price: $20 per ticket (plus $3.70 fees including tax = $23.70 total)

Tickets are available through the official TicketWeb link. Resale options may also be available via VividSeats.

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