Suggestions for Theater near Chicago

Todd K. • December 31, 2019Beautiful theater with solid sound. So much more than just the classic marquee.

Lucille F. • January 6, 2018Just saw Beautiful, Carol King play. Excellent and the theatre is beautiful, intimate & with a excellent acoustics.

Dana T. • November 13, 2011The Oriental Theatre is AMAZINGLY beautiful with fabulous ornate decor. Pay attention to the intricate details all around you!

Ryan • August 12, 2014Wonderful staff and the best original theatre in Chicago, and some of the best in the country.

Peter aka Nomi F. • June 16, 2010This theatre is a true gem. The acoustics are perfect and has a bigger stage than the Shubert or Chicago Theatres.

Stephan G. • January 23, 2016Classic Chicago theater with amazing architecture

Melissa S. • November 10, 2014Good coffee, friendly staff, quality shows, theatre people, comfy lounge area: what else do you want?

Kevin D. • August 9, 2014Very nice and modern intimate theatre. Very fairly priced concessions. Brigadoon was a very good play.

SPIN • July 19, 2011Pete Wentz calls this his favorite movie theater because it's quirky and different with a little bit of a history. Bank robber John Dillinger was killed here by the FBI in 1934.

Jon C. • September 1, 2017Fantastic show in a classic theater. Nothing better.

Thomas P. • August 18, 2013The view is really incredible. But, of course, I enjoyed Othello very much.

Rick B. • August 11, 2019This is a wonderful place. The theatre is beautiful and intimate, the staff is very friendly and the magic acts are amazing.

Cindy H. • March 19, 2012Buy your tickets same day of the show at HotTix. They're half off! Also, you can bring your drinks/food into the theater.

Alysha B. • April 25, 2014Beautiful space. Unique and versatile, a definite asset to the theatre community. I look forward to seeing more shows there.

Galen H. • February 14, 2014Great venue for a musical performance. Acoustics are wonderful, the stage is deep, and you can't beat the location: Millennium Park!

Melissa S. • July 13, 2016Love this theatre. The House does great work here.

C R. • December 28, 2015Intimate live theater in the "sophisticated" Southport Corridor. Saw the Christmas Schooner and would recommend to anyone looking for a holiday classic. No concessions but lots of options close by.

Shannon B. • March 25, 2011Best theatre in town for new works! Inventive, innovative & imaginative

Annie K. • January 8, 2010Their introductory program is worth every penny. Such brilliant teachers.

Nikki C. • October 28, 2012For splat, get a table in the middle. Blood everywhere on stage . Highly recommend this theatre! Going back again ASAP. Make sure to also grab a board game of the shelf for fun .

James A. • October 1, 2017Live theater, served fresh every weekend

✞CONSTANTINE ✞ • March 27, 2014The video was clear and stutter free. I hear they have a 4k or ultra-HD setup. Audio, contrary to gripes I've read in a few other reviews, seemed perfectly fine really... I love this place...

Time Out Chicago • May 29, 2012The professional theater at the University of the Chicago puts on inventive remakes on classic plays. -DT

Angelica D. • May 18, 2014Arrive at least 30 mins early, and request a table!

Dean B. • July 21, 2013Never a bad play, and more often than not, an outright incredible one. Best company.

Terrass M. • April 26, 2015Came for a children's play and had a great time. The box office was really helpful with a ticket issue as well

Nigel R. • February 3, 2023Theatre Thursday. "Boulevard of Bold Dreams". Oscars time of year. @TimeLineTheatre

Lucy T. • May 31, 2016They have the best wheelchair accessible seats! Better than the Cadillac Palace, Oriental Theater, or Chicago Theater.

Lisa S. • October 17, 2015Well organized comfortable theater!

David W. • November 5, 2019Great Black box theater on the north side. Gives an opportunity for a wide variety of performers.