Suggestions for Performing Arts Venue near Chicago

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

Jay G. • December 30, 2009Great classes, shows, place for music and instruments.

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

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

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

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

Steven K. • April 7, 2015Beautiful venue with great sound. There isn't a bad view in the place. If you want a booth you can reserve one ahead of time or attempt head up to the balcony. Just an amazing concert experience. 😍

Jennifer S. • March 21, 2012Such a great little improv comedy hole. Best part? It's BYOB!

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

Alesha B. • August 29, 2011GREAT SHOWS!! A MUST GO!

Augie A. • February 1, 2020Cocktails are excellent. Check out the bar magic!!!

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

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

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.

Courtney B. • December 1, 2013Always a GREAT show: energetic, informative, and a really phenomenal community asset. Go see something here!

Dulce A. • December 12, 2015So many phenomenal underground artists play here. The size is perfect for a concert, especially for a date night. Great drinks too!

David • August 24, 2014A wonderful story with great live performers.

Amy R. • September 17, 2017A fun, high energy mostly comedic show.

Lenny G. • May 27, 2018Always a fun classic and historic spot to see local bands.

Manbque • March 19, 2011Great venue! Good Mac and Cheese. Yummy beer.

Tim O. • October 14, 2017Great spot for traditional theater vibe with great drinks! Sound system isn’t bad, but acoustics muddle modern surround mixes.

Joyce B. • May 17, 2014Beware the lemonade in Birkhauer, It's wine & vodka! Bring your checkbook!

Carlo • September 15, 2010Good food and good music. Pure and simple, great venue to see a show.

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

Robert l. • May 23, 2012Saw my favorite band INTERPOL for my birthday. Thank you sweetie! Decemberist were awesome as well.

Eric M. • October 14, 2013The upstairs seating may seem out of the way, buy every seat has an unobstructed view

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

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.

Nick G. • June 10, 2013Awesome venue, intimate and very clean.

Felicity M. • January 19, 2018One of my favourite bars in Chicago hands down. Wednesday is perfection!