At The Bit: A Stand-Up Comedy Showcase
Featuring: Ricardo Rivera - Des Mulrooney - Matt Drufke - Cat Amato - Josh Chuboff
🎤 Stand-Up at The Bit:Â
A Saturday Night Comedy Showcase
đź—“ Saturday, AUGUST 2, 2025
đź•— Showtime: 8:00 PM (Doors & Bar open at 7:00 PM)
📍 The Bit Theater – 4034 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora, IL 60505
🎟 Tickets: $15
🍸 Full bar available
Looking for the perfect date night in Aurora or Naperville? Need a night out that doesn’t feel like the same old thing? Join us at The Bit Theater for an unforgettable evening of laughter, drinks, and good vibes at our signature stand-up comedy showcase.
Curated and hosted by local comedy producers Shawn Blakely & Tabish Siddiqui, this lineup features comics tearing up the Midwest scene—each bringing their unique style and voice to our intimate stage.
🌟 This Month’s Stand-Up Lineup:
Ricardo Rivera
A fast‑rising voice in Chicago’s queer‑comedy scene, Ricardo Rivera (aka @badboiiiriri) brings high‑energy storytelling and razor‑sharp punch lines to every room he plays. He’s already notched coveted spots at Laugh Factory Chicago and Zanies, a résumé many comics chase for years. Expect vivid slice‑of‑life bits, spicy social commentary, and the kind of crowd work that turns a set into a party.
Des Mulrooney
Based in St. Charles, Des Mulrooney is a clean‑but‑clever comic who’s won multiple Illinois stand‑up contests and tours the Midwest opening for nationally touring headliners. You might also spot him acting—most recently in the 2023 indie feature The Road Dog.
Matt Drufke
A veteran of nearly 18 years in the suburban‑Chicago circuit, Matt Drufke juggles roles as comedian, writer, show‑producer, and (if invited) cheese‑plate assassin. He hosts a weekly showcase, writes for the humor site Fancy Boys Club, and is known as the “voice of reason” in Chicago comedy—right up until he’s roasting you.
Cat Amato
Naperville native Cat Amato blends 10 years of improv chops with polished stand‑up writing she honed on competitive speech teams. A regular at suburban open mics (and the yarn aisle of any craft store), Cat’s playful sets cover family, fandom, and her sworn devotion to dogs. She also co‑hosts the Still Not Friday showcase.
Josh Chuboff
Rolling Meadows’ own Josh Chuboff has been entertaining audiences nationwide for more than a decade, from club dates to Lake‑Michigan cruise ships. Frequently tagged “Best of the Fest” in stand‑up competitions, he mixes autobiographical stories with sly jabs at Chicago sports—still chasing hometown hero Jimmy Garoppolo for local‑boy fame.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Show:
âś… Top-tier comedy from rising stars and seasoned performers
✅ Perfect for date night – drinks, laughs, and cozy vibes
âś… LGBTQ+ friendly, inclusive atmosphere
âś… Easy parking at Fox Valley Mall
✅ Only $15! – and yes, we’ve got snacks too
🎟 Seating is limited and these shows do sell out—so grab your tickets early and Commit to The Bit.
- All purchases are final.
- Line-up, Teams, and Cast may change without notice
- Unless otherwise indicated in the show description, doors and bar open one hour prior to showtime for most shows. Out of respect for other show guests, please arrive at the theater no later than 15 minutes prior to showtime. The doors may be closed to late arrivals.
- ​Online ticket sales close ~60 minutes prior to the start of the show. After that time, tickets can be purchased at the box office, if available. Ticket purchases are final.
- Your tickets are general admission, and we seat on a first-come, first-seated basis. Don't hesitate to contact us for reservations, particularly if you have a larger group.
- The Bit is an 18+ club, although younger, accompanied guests are welcome. Though we generally hover around a PG-13 rating, please be advised that most of our content is improvised and set your​ expectations accordingly. We do have family-friendly options, as well!
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