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CHICAGO, Sept. 24, 2024 ~ Chicago's renowned comedy hub, The Second City, has announced the winner of its 65th Anniversary Art Contest. Alexandra Bolton, a talented illustrator and writer based in the city, has been chosen to have her design featured on exclusive, limited-edition merchandise that will be available at the Chicago Box Office this Fall.
Bolton, who has been making waves in Chicago's art scene since 2017, has previously worked with local landmarks such as The Music Box Theatre, The Annoyance, Chicago IO, Nice Shirt! Thanks, and the Lincoln Lodge. She currently serves as the art director and news producer for Fresh Hell and shares her creative journey on Instagram under the handle @Albolton16.
In an interview reflecting on her winning design, Bolton shared her inspiration behind it. "I always thought that the Second City chair was an iconic improv symbol," she said. "The simple open chair represents an open seat at the table and the hope that comedy in Chicago continues to become more inclusive and accessible for everyone. Second City has always set the standard for comedy, so the huge 65 in the classic Second City font acts as a shadow under the next generation of performers."
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The contest was launched to celebrate The Second City's 65-year commitment to empowering upcoming comedians. Local artists were invited to submit original works that embodied the spirit of this iconic institution.
Alexis LeBlanc, The Second City's art director expressed their excitement about Bolton's design. "We're thrilled with Alexandra's design and how it captures both the rich history and future of The Second City," she said. "Her work is a wonderful representation of what we stand for and where we're headed."
As part of her prize, Bolton will receive $500 and her winning artwork will be featured on exclusive t-shirts with proceeds supporting The Second City's ongoing initiatives. The theater extends its warmest congratulations to Alexandra Bolton and thanks all the artists who participated in this milestone celebration. Fans can look forward to getting their hands on the limited-edition merchandise this Fall and supporting The Second City's mission to empower the next generation of comedy.
Bolton, who has been making waves in Chicago's art scene since 2017, has previously worked with local landmarks such as The Music Box Theatre, The Annoyance, Chicago IO, Nice Shirt! Thanks, and the Lincoln Lodge. She currently serves as the art director and news producer for Fresh Hell and shares her creative journey on Instagram under the handle @Albolton16.
In an interview reflecting on her winning design, Bolton shared her inspiration behind it. "I always thought that the Second City chair was an iconic improv symbol," she said. "The simple open chair represents an open seat at the table and the hope that comedy in Chicago continues to become more inclusive and accessible for everyone. Second City has always set the standard for comedy, so the huge 65 in the classic Second City font acts as a shadow under the next generation of performers."
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The contest was launched to celebrate The Second City's 65-year commitment to empowering upcoming comedians. Local artists were invited to submit original works that embodied the spirit of this iconic institution.
Alexis LeBlanc, The Second City's art director expressed their excitement about Bolton's design. "We're thrilled with Alexandra's design and how it captures both the rich history and future of The Second City," she said. "Her work is a wonderful representation of what we stand for and where we're headed."
As part of her prize, Bolton will receive $500 and her winning artwork will be featured on exclusive t-shirts with proceeds supporting The Second City's ongoing initiatives. The theater extends its warmest congratulations to Alexandra Bolton and thanks all the artists who participated in this milestone celebration. Fans can look forward to getting their hands on the limited-edition merchandise this Fall and supporting The Second City's mission to empower the next generation of comedy.
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