Suggestions for Performing Arts Venue near Chicago

Raveese G. • March 24, 2018Broadway in Chicago is the best!! All great shows that premier in New York comes to perform at this venue. I'm looking forward to seeing a couple of shows this year.

Lucille F. • June 8, 2019Very good neighborhood theater. Intimate, good bar and very good performances. We enjoyed watching ‘Admissions’

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

Yani L. • October 13, 2018The play was amazing and the staff is very friendly. Would love to go again someday

Sharon T. • November 23, 2015Love the CSO! Definitely one of the better orchestras in the US. The space was beautiful and cozy as well.

Shycu • October 14, 2017Wish it was closer to home. Beautiful venue with great sound. Try balcony seating if you want comfy seats and a private bar with high top tables.

venessa t. • November 17, 2011Excellent music instruction. Wiggle worms classes are popular with the younger set. They also have regular concerts that I highly recommend, although some can be over-priced.

Lisa W. • May 13, 2012Beautiful historic building, some of the best acoustics there as well. If you arrive early, cross Wabash and grab a Cuban coffee or sandwich at Cafecito.

Mames R. • August 2, 2013Such a more intimate venue. Only drawback--wait for Ladies' room, but they extended intermission for the misses.

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

Denise H. • June 12, 2021Candlelight Chicago is amazing, but looks like a great venue for a city wedding too!

Chicago Cultural Alliance • September 17, 2012Very supportive of local, national & international presentations of programs, it is located in a building that has been a theatre & movie house since the early 1900s.

Esra T. • March 15, 2015Great performance hall and amazing views of the city from the penthouse.. Check out the cafe as well.

Kevin M. • September 25, 2018Wonderful architecture overlooking Lake Michigan. Terrific cuisine, fun beverages and friendly knowledgeable staff. They also have event space for groups!

Don H. • February 28, 2014Amazing space, fantastic party!

Laura M. • July 4, 2012Love the building upgrade. Great vibe.

Kevin M. • February 26, 2012One of the best performance venues on the Southside!

John H. • July 26, 2015Nice venue. Shows are first come, first serve general admission seating. Waitresses are happy to take your drink orders at you're seat. Not too pricey for drinks.

Lauren H. • July 30, 2014Great space!

Stacy B. • March 2Wow, this show was incredible! Fun for all ages. Three hours goes by surprisingly quickly. Loved the story, acrobatics, and singing. Food and drinks were not the main attraction but no complaints.

Samantha H. • April 20, 2018Great performance art venue

Sierra C. • March 8, 2012Much of the interior of police stations were filmed here.

David W. • October 15, 2014Wonderful support organization on the south side.

David W. • November 8, 2015Great place on the south side for events. Nice feel to the place.

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

venessa t. • November 17, 2011Theater in Chicago is expensive. If you're on a budget, skip the big Broadway shows and take your kids to an affordable production performed by DePaul's talented theater department!

Jessy W. • July 31, 2011BYOB is excellent

Bobby K. • October 18, 2015Beautiful historic theatre. Check it out on an Open House Chicago day or architectural tour.

Shannon L. • July 14, 2017Beautiful theatre. Courteous yet firm staff. Aladdin was colorful and dazzling.

Megan H. • October 25, 2019Beautiful Theatre! Not Plus Size Friendly Seats!