Second City’s new Star Trek-inspired improv show hits the stage

Second City has started a new improv show inspired by Star Trek.

“Starship Edsel: An Improvised Star Trek Satire” has officially hit the stage at Second City.

The crew beamed down to the WGN Studios on Saturday morning to offer a preview of what to expect.

Visit the Second City website for more information or to pick up tickets.

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