The Story Luck Show 2nd Sunday of the Month

Schedule

Sun Feb 08 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Theater Wit | Chicago, IL

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Story Luck: Where Stories and Supper Meet
2nd Sunday of the Month at Theater Wit
Picture this: It's 6:30 PM on a Sunday evening.
The lobby of Theater Wit fills with the aroma of homemade dishes as storytellers and story-lovers alike gather, each bringing their own contribution to our monthly feast. Some arrive with generations-old recipes, others with their favorite takeout – but everyone brings their appetite for connection.
By 7:00 PM, you'll find yourself seated in our intimate theater space, plate full of community-crafted delicacies, ready to experience Chicago's most unique storytelling show. Here, professional performers share the stage with first-time tellers, each voice adding its own flavor to the evening's narrative feast.
At The Story Luck Show you're an artistic director, so listen closely!
You're not just an audience member – you're part of the show's DNA. Armed with 40 points to award to our open mic performers, you help choose next month's featured teller. Your thoughts shape future shows. You've got agency because when you are listening with delight and intention, you remember the stories better.
Or, you could sign up for one of the 4 open mic slots...
When you go to work monday, you'll have a lot to talk about because, The Story Luck Show is a show worth telling stories about!


The Evening's Recipe:
6:30 PM: Doors open, potluck begins
7:00 PM: Stories take center stage
Location: Theater Wit (1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago)
Your Ticket Options:
$20 General Admission
FREE with a potluck dish (We recommend you reserve a potluck seat for $5, if you're worried about it selling out.)
Limited seating available - early booking recommended
Whether you're a seasoned storyteller or a first-time listener, whether you bring a family recipe or simply your attention, you'll find your place at our table. Story Luck is where Chicago comes together to share meals, memories, and moments that matter.
Join us for an evening where every dish has a story, and every story feeds the soul.
Note: Private parking available at Theater Wit. CTA accessible via Brown/Red Line (Belmont stop).
Featured Tellers for June:
Kory May - Lover of stories, writer of plays, and a leader of Green Man Theater.
And 3 more special guests!
Hosted by Daniel Body and Core members of the Feedback Loop. Kory May, Carolyn Thomas-Davidoff and more!

The Story Luck Show
Theater Wit 1229 West Belmont
2nd Sunday
6:30 PM Doors & Potluck
7:00 PM Show
$20 General Ticket Free with a dish or $5 to reserve your potluck seat. (The show is expected to sell out.)

FAQ

How long do open swap tellers have to tell a story?
5 min with 1 minute overage. (Dan will gesture to let you know if you're going over.)

What sort of stories are you looking for?
Embodied storytelling. A story where you are transported in the telling. For this to happen, it needs to be without notes. Nothing between you and the audience. While it's usually nonfiction, we do accept fiction stories.

Are you really going to sell out?
We did not sell out at the last show. But we have sold out in the past and it'd be awful to make food, come, and not get in because there wasn't room. $5 is an insurance policy.

What Makes The Story Luck Show Chicago Must See Special?
✦ Real Connection: "I made more genuine friends in one night than I have in years."
✦ Exceptional Stories: From hilarious to heartfelt, our mix of professional and first-time storytellers will motivate you to come back again and again.
✦ Amazing Food: From gourmet lasagnas to vegan delights!

If I can't make this one, when is the next one!?
2nd Sunday of the Month, every other Sunday...
April 12th
June 14th
Aug 9th
Oct 11th
Dec 13th
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Where is it happening?

Theater Wit, 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-3205, United States

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