The Second City Goes Coastal at VEA Newport Beach | June 12th

VEA Newport Beach is thrilled to welcome The Second City, the world‑renowned improv comedy institution, to our Sunset Lawn for a special open‑air performance on the coast. Set against sweeping Pacific Ocean views, The Second City Goes Coastal delivers a fresh, elevated take on live improv, equal parts smart, spontaneous, and unforgettable.

For more than 65 years, The Second City has been the launching pad for some of comedy’s most influential voices, from Tina Fey and Bill Murray to Amy Poehler, Stephen Colbert, and Keegan‑Michael Key. Their performers are masters of fast‑paced, audience‑driven comedy, blending razor‑sharp writing with fearless improvisation.

This one‑act, 60‑minute show is a curated “Best of Second City” experience featuring short‑form improv games, interactive moments with the audience, and select scenes from The Second City’s iconic archives. Each performance is tailored in real time, shaped by the crowd, the setting, and the moment, making no two shows exactly alike.

Enjoy drinks and food available for purchase as you settle in for an evening of laughter, ocean breezes, and sunset skies. This June performance marks the first of multiple appearances by The Second City at VEA Newport Beach, with a return show planned for Friday, September 4, 2026. Tickets coming soon!

Tickets:

• General Admission - $50 per ticket - Enjoy the show from first‑come, first‑served seating at our communal tables on Sunset Lawn.
• VIP Table for Two - $150 per table - Reserve a private table for two with a prime view of the show and two drink tickets for use at bars on Sunset Lawn.
• VIP Table for Four - $300 per table - Settle in at a private table for four with a prime view of the show and four drink tickets for use at bars on Sunset Lawn.
• VIP Table for Six - $450 per table - Gather your group at a private table for six with a prime view of the show and six drink tickets for use at bars on Sunset Lawn.

Additional Information:

• Valet parking is complimentary with validation from an F&B outlet. Outside food & beverage is not permitted.
• Doors open at 5:45pm (1 hour prior to showtime).
• Guests acknowledge that photos or video taken during the event may be used for VEA Newport Beach or The Second City marketing.

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