Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Chicago

Shannon B. • March 25, 2011Their shows are daring, provocative & engaging. One of the best companies in the city- hands down.

T C. • September 26, 2014Very reasonably priced for a classic movie theatre experience. Cool special events too.

Demitrius M. • May 16, 2015Awesome place:-):-) the art is amazing

FJ B. • December 30, 2015Two words - baby gorillas!

Lucille F. • May 3, 2019Great place to learn, have fun or get serious with art. From painting, pottery/ceramics, jewelry making, printing etc etc. A great place to let your artistic side flourish.

Silvia A. • August 29, 2016Fun place! There are 2 stages where musicians alternate and keep the place busy. One of te coolest places I've been while visiting Chicago.

Keith M. • March 9, 2018Wonderful cocktails, great entertainment 🎩! If you want to go for a drink, avoid the times right before the shows as the bar will be packed.

JB A. • December 24, 2017The new cove is amazing - lets you get right up to the glass and see the penguins dive past you! Ideal for visiting with kids and slightly shaded.

Debbie W. • July 2, 2016The butterfly exhibit is great, and free parking in front of the museum. Great "Green Theme" museum. There are so many things to like.

L H. • August 16, 2011Super weird original art and art prints, cute t-shirts, lots of toys, everything a great mix of kawaii + disturbing. Cool store for adults and kids both.

Jon-Paul L. • March 14, 2014Don't skip out on cafe. It is one of the best museum restaurants I have been to. Amazing gourmet burgers.

Andrew W. • January 4, 2015The primates are so intriguing, especially the ones outside the cages.

Dav • September 3, 2014Green mill is awesome laid back...great place to converse and listen to live jazz...

Jackie M. • August 10, 2010best shows, awesome owners!

Kyle O. • November 22, 2011Expect to pay $10-15 for "Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind" depending on the roll of the dice. Well worth it and a must see in Chicago! Off the Berwyn Red Line stop.

Erika • May 24, 2015Great for all ages! Love it!

Rachel M. • May 13, 2013Great small theater!!! ... Please support the arts!

Shannon J. • November 15, 2021It’s tucked away in an alley but definitely a great spot to see a show!

Kay B. • March 16, 2019Beautiful space, thoughtful & thought provoking exhibits

Lucille F. • April 8, 2018Historic theater (est. over 100 yrs ago!). Intimate, every seat is good. Saw ‘Bunny Bunny Gilda Radner’ & it was excellent! Will follow future shows for sure.

Simon & Schuster • January 3, 2011A favorite of Steve Seabury, author of Mosh Potatoes heavy metal cookbook. The grilled steak sandwich with their homemade spicy coleslaw will rock your world. Wash it down with a Fat Tire Amber Ale.

Social N. • August 2, 2013Great selection of drinks--sodas, beers, coffee--that you can take in to the theater. Nice intimate space to see plays. Chairs are very squeaky, though.

Jeewant K. • January 3, 2015Awesome place for a night out. Everyone is on point with their improv and they definitely like to get the crowd involved.

Dan J. • May 26, 2014Fantastic as a bar, even better as a two-theater aggressive comedy emporium. Come for the Clark Street views and draft brews, stay for the unknown.

Connie P. • September 29, 2013Lovely venue where the acoustics are wonderful and the drinks are really well-priced!

Anna-Karin B. • June 15, 2012Great place to play if you're a band. Fantastic sound, good stage, nice staff, air-conditioned green room, great food especially the vegan burrito. Best venue on this tour!

Andrew W. • January 4, 2015The Reptiles are pretty neat

Alex • May 7, 2010Top gallery, and outstanding playroom for young kids. Love the costumes some of the employees wear. Don't miss the reading room.

Hannah • December 31, 2013Really great exhibits to see big cats up close!! Plus the zoo is free! Great stop! :)