The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody - Waitlist
⭐ The hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back… is back at last! Making its way to Chicago, this previously sold-out experience drops classic sci-fi characters into the world of burlesque. Don’t miss out!
The Experience
🎫 Waitlist for The Empire Strips Back
✔️ Join the waitlist and get exclusive access to tickets before they are released to the public
🚨 Tickets go on public sale on Thursday, January 30, at 11 a.m.! 🚨
Highlights
🤩 Be transported to a galaxy far, far away, to a world of burlesque fantasy
🌌 Hilarious parody, menacing and risqué dance, and even the droids you're looking for
✨ Your favorite characters are scantily clad, seriously sultry and live on stage
⭐ Previously sold out in Seattle, Portland, Washington DC, New York, San Diego, LA, Detroit, and more
General Info
📅 Date: from April 2025
🕒 Time:
- Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m.
- Fridays: 7:00 p.m.
- Saturdays: 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
- Sundays: 4:00 p.m.
⏳ Duration: 2 hours including a 15-minute intermission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime
📍 Location: The Studebaker Theater
👤 Age requirement: 18+ with valid ID
♿ Accessibility: the venue is ADA compliant
💰 Price: ticket prices will start at $39
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Description
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are looking for, and much, much more! Don't miss out and join the waitlist for The Empire Strips Back in Chicago!
Media Reviews
💬 “I’m forever changed. An enormous success. One of the most memorable and impressive live performances I’ve ever seen." - SFGate
💬 "Probably the most fun I've had at a show all year! A must-see." - WeLiveEntertainment
💬 “Star Wars fans, this is the show you’re looking for.” - Reno Gazette Journal
Disclaimer: This is a parody production. Star Wars and its characters are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd or Lucasfilm Ltd. This production is not sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with Disney, Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd, Lucasfilm Ltd or any of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and/or third party licensors.
The Experience
🎫 Waitlist for The Empire Strips Back
✔️ Join the waitlist and get exclusive access to tickets before they are released to the public
🚨 Tickets go on public sale on Thursday, January 30, at 11 a.m.! 🚨
Highlights
🤩 Be transported to a galaxy far, far away, to a world of burlesque fantasy
🌌 Hilarious parody, menacing and risqué dance, and even the droids you're looking for
✨ Your favorite characters are scantily clad, seriously sultry and live on stage
⭐ Previously sold out in Seattle, Portland, Washington DC, New York, San Diego, LA, Detroit, and more
General Info
📅 Date: from April 2025
🕒 Time:
- Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m.
- Fridays: 7:00 p.m.
- Saturdays: 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
- Sundays: 4:00 p.m.
⏳ Duration: 2 hours including a 15-minute intermission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime
📍 Location: The Studebaker Theater
👤 Age requirement: 18+ with valid ID
♿ Accessibility: the venue is ADA compliant
💰 Price: ticket prices will start at $39
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Description
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are looking for, and much, much more! Don't miss out and join the waitlist for The Empire Strips Back in Chicago!
Media Reviews
💬 “I’m forever changed. An enormous success. One of the most memorable and impressive live performances I’ve ever seen." - SFGate
💬 "Probably the most fun I've had at a show all year! A must-see." - WeLiveEntertainment
💬 “Star Wars fans, this is the show you’re looking for.” - Reno Gazette Journal
Disclaimer: This is a parody production. Star Wars and its characters are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd or Lucasfilm Ltd. This production is not sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with Disney, Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd, Lucasfilm Ltd or any of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and/or third party licensors.
Join the waitlist and get exclusive access to pre-sale tickets before they are released to the public!
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