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Comedian and Actor Michael Yo Talks "Do I Lie?" Tour

Comedian and actor, Michael Yo is a two-time Emmy nominee keeping busy in all of Hollywood's platforms. Michael joined us with details on the Chicago stop of his "Do I Lie Tour?". March 15th and 16th 7 pm and 9:15 pm Chicago Improv: 5 Woodfield Mall Store K120B, Schaumburg improv.com/chicago michaelyo.com

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