‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' to Air Live Shows From Chicago During Democratic National Convention

‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ to Air Live Shows From Chicago During Democratic National Convention

Stephen Colbert is taking “The Late Show” on the road.

The late-night program will broadcast live from Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre during this year’s Democratic National Convention, also taking place in Chicago, from Aug. 19-22 on the CBS Television Network. “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” will also be available to stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.

Colbert announced the news on Wednesday night’s episode of “The Late Show.”

“I lived in Chicago for 11 years, and it holds a special place in my heart – and not because of all the Polish sausage lodged in my aorta,” Colbert said. “Chicago is where I cut my teeth performing at the Second City, and it’s also where this South Carolina boy got an education in winter. Did you know that tears can freeze?”

In a statement, Colbert said, “I am very excited to broadcast from the beautiful Auditorium. I started my career in Chicago, let’s see if I can end it there.”

During the Republican National Convention taking place in Milwaukee, Wis., “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” will air live July 15-18 from the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City. Guests for both weeks amid the DNC and RNC will be announced at a later date.

“The Late Show” has broadcast live during the political conventions in previous election years, including in 2016 and 2020. The late-night talk show is a production of The Late Show, Inc. and CBS Studios and is executive produced by Colbert, Tom Purcell and Jon Stewart.

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