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Boom Chicago

Rozaentheater | Rozengracht 117, Amsterdam 1017 PT, The Netherlands
+31 20 423 0101
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Ranked #38 of 250 attractions in Amsterdam
Type: Performances
Owner description: Boom Chicago is an Amsterdam comedy institution. One of the biggest show in the capital, the creative group is a "unique part of the Dutch comedy... more » Owner description: Boom Chicago is an Amsterdam comedy institution. One of the biggest show in the capital, the creative group is a "unique part of the Dutch comedy scene" (de Volkskrant) that "invented a totally new style of theater; call it digital comedy." (NRC Handelsblad) Although the show is in English, the majority of the audience is Dutch and local. The productions combine sketch comedy, improvisation, music, video and the internet in a way that is unique in the world and laugh out loud funny. Boom Chicago performs Wednesday through Saturday with a late show on Saturday as well. Most people come early to get a good seat and dinner packages are available with three nearby restaurants before the show. “Five stars -- Kill to get a ticket” – The Scotsman “Five stars -- Rapier like Wit” – The Guardian “Smart, fast, loud, irreverent… and surprisingly good food” – Wall Street Journal “Another victory for Boom Chicago…. very, very clever. Miss them at your peril” – The Independent “One of the best sketch and improv shows I have ever seen. Boom Chicago changed my life.“ – Time Out Chicago “A perfect combination of scripted scenes and improvisation… We are once again grateful that [Boom Chicago] decided to make Amsterdam their home.” – Het Parool « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

i have been holidaying in Amsterdam for over 20 years i love the place and people' if you have not been to boom chicago you are missing out on a brilliant night and the food is fantastic take a look at their website it shows clips of the shows the next thing you do will be to buy a ticket... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

It was a great night out, we went to the 11pm show after dinner and really enjoyed it. The comedy was great, a good show and entertaining. Drinks were easy to get at the bar and the experience was a good one.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

We went to watch the 7 dutch deadly sins. Was suprised that it was 3 american guys doing the commedy. Have to give it to them, they were very quick on the ball and we were all laughing very loud! Drinks reasonably priced, could do with selling snacks though! The show lasted longer then the scheduled 2 hours but this... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Came here with a group of guys in April, this was the alternative Saturday night to the culture or red light options. The bar serves buckets of Heineken, but as others have pointed out they serve slowwwwwly, so don't arrive just in time. Its a large school hall type theatre, so good views for all and plenty of space to... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Not the most original night out, but it's always good fun to join the club for an evening. Drinks are served during the show, so you really feel like having a party while the talented standups are performing. Amazing how they always manage to mix input of the audience into their well prepared show.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

Had a good laugh with my girl during 'a shot of improv' last Saturday. Certainly come back for more. Word of warning for those who do mind: the language might be considered to be explicit at times.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Absolutely THE place to visit in Amsterdam. Awesome shows that really make you laugh. Yeas, after you have seen one show, nothing much really changes, but you really should go and see the one show atleast. And the next after some time when the shows have changed, don't go again too soon.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

Once you have seen one show, nothing much really changes with Improvisation. Ok for a first time. I really do not want to write much more about this. As mentioned it is ok for a first time visit but after seeing the show more than 3 times, you virtually can guess half the script.

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MayorOfAmsterdam, Owner at Boom Chicago, responded to this review
5 April 2013

Thanks for seeing us three times! The next time you are in town, I encourage you to see The 7 Deadly Dutch Sins. This is the first new show in our new theater on the Rozengracht. It is truly different. First we do a traditional comedy show about the the things in Amsterdam that drive us crazy. Then you experience... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

This improv comedy show is showcases some very clever and talented performers, who sharp and quick-witted (as you have to be to make improv work). As usual with improv, some of the riffs don't go anywhere and some are not funny but there is a high percentage hit rate here (for me, at least - humour is famously singular, but... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

We recently went to watch 'I like it Raw' at Boom Chicago and was really impressed. The show is a mixture of rehearsed comedy and improv and both had us (and the rest of the audience) chuckling away. The sketches work and the involvement with the audience has everyone wanting more. Worth a visit and great value at €18 per... More

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MayorOfAmsterdam, Owner at Boom Chicago, responded to this review
20 March 2013

Thanks so much! Glad you loved it. We like doing it... More

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