Experience the Power of Laughter in the Fight Against Cancer
Martin Short
The Comedy Legend LIVE in Conversation
The H Foundation is thrilled to have beloved actor and comedian MARTIN SHORT join us for an exclusive on-stage comedic conversation to celebrate his extraordinary career along with delighting in his funniest and most memorable film and television moments. We’ll laugh together, listen to stories and hear some of Marty’s favorite Chicago memories. A passionate advocate in the fight against cancer, he will also share his own personal experience of loss, triumph and inspiration. This will be a rare opportunity in an intimate theatre setting to hear from the comedy legend at the iconic Tivoli Theatre.
Martin Short
Martin Short, a celebrated comedian and actor, has won fans and accolades in television, film and theater since his breakout season on “Saturday Night Live” over 30 years ago. Short won his first Emmy in 1982 while working on Canada’s SCTV Comedy Network, which brought him to the attention of the producers of “SNL.” He became an “SNL” fan-favorite for his portrayal of characters such as Ed Grimley, lawyer Nathan Thurm and “legendary songwriter” Irving Cohen. His popularity and exposure on “SNL” led Short to cross over quickly into feature films. He made his debut in “Three Amigos” and followed with “Innerspace,” “Three Fugitives,” “Clifford,” “Pure Luck” and “Tim Burton’s Mars Attacks.” One of Short’s most memorable roles was in the remake of “Father of the Bride” as Franck the wedding planner, a role he reprised a few years later in “Father of the Bride Part II.” Short lent his voice to the animated film “Madagascar 3” and Tim Burton’s Oscar-nominated “Frankenweenie.”
All Proceeds Benefit Basic Science Cancer Research at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University.
Tickets Include: Access to our Food Tent, featuring curated tastes from local restaurants. and a fun evening supporting cancer research!
Cash Bar and Concessions will be available for purchase for all guests.
