Chicago Theater

Discover Chicago’s Premier Concert and Theatre Performances: Your Ultimate Guide in the City.
Chicago is one of the country’s best scenes for theater shows and live music events. Immerse yourself in Chicago’s vibrant music and theatre scene, where diverse performances await. There’s something for everyone, from bustling stadium concerts and shows to cozy local theatre productions. Our comprehensive guide provides essential details on Chicago’s top entertainment venues. Find your favorite Broadway shows, plays, musicals, operas, ballets, Cirque Du Soleil, family shows, comedy shows, or concerts, and buy verified theater tickets at the lowest price. Stay informed about the latest events this season, explore detailed seating charts, and find venue locations quickly to plan your perfect cultural outing. Experience the best of Chicago’s entertainment landscape!

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Upcoming Shows: 1676
  • Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
    Nov
    06
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    60601, 24 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $58
    Avg. price ~ $192
    Available Tickets: 705
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  • Jack and The Beanstalk
    Nov
    07
    2024
    10:30 AM
    Thu
    60614, 2540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $26
    Avg. price ~ $38
    14 tickets remaining!
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  • Disney Junior Live: Let's Play
    Nov
    07
    2024
    6:00 PM
    Thu
    Rosemont Theatre | Capacity: 4400
    60018, 5400 North River Road, Rosemont, IL, US
    Prices from $30
    Avg. price ~ $99
    Available Tickets: 621
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  • Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
    Nov
    07
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    60601, 24 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $51
    Avg. price ~ $223
    Available Tickets: 400
    Tickets
  • Pericles
    Nov
    07
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    60611, 800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $175
    Avg. price ~ $231
    6 tickets remaining!
    Tickets
  • Drunk Shakespeare
    Nov
    07
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    60601, 182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $117
    Avg. price ~ $155
    10 tickets remaining!
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  • Chicago Theatre Tickets
    Nov
    07
    2024
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    Irving Berlin's White Christmas
    60069, 10 Marriott Dr., Lincolnshire, IL, US
    Prices from $75
    Avg. price ~ $122
    Available Tickets: 58
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  • Chicago Theatre Tickets
    Nov
    07
    2024
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    60601, 205 E. Randolph, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $140
    Avg. price ~ $221
    32 tickets remaining!
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  • Blue Man Group
    Nov
    07
    2024
    8:00 PM
    Thu
    Briar Street Theatre | Capacity: 300
    60657, 3133 N Halsted, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $65
    Avg. price ~ $117
    Available Tickets: 380
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  • Dog Man - The Musical
    Nov
    08
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $53
    Avg. price ~ $86
    30 tickets remaining!
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  • Drunk Shakespeare
    Nov
    08
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    60601, 182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $117
    Avg. price ~ $335
    26 tickets remaining!
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  • Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
    Nov
    08
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    60601, 24 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $86
    Avg. price ~ $241
    Available Tickets: 431
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  • Chicago Theatre Tickets
    Nov
    08
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    Athenaeum Theatre - IL | Capacity: 984
    60657, 2936 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $59
    Avg. price ~ $110
    15 tickets remaining!
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  • Pericles
    Nov
    08
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    60611, 800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $109
    Avg. price ~ $161
    16 tickets remaining!
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  • Disney's The Little Mermaid
    Nov
    08
    2024
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    60181, 100 Drury Ln, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, US
    Prices from $152
    Avg. price ~ $391
    13 tickets remaining!
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  • Little Shop Of Horrors
    Nov
    08
    2024
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    60077, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL, US
    Prices from $45
    Avg. price ~ $115
    Available Tickets: 147
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  • Blue Man Group
    Nov
    08
    2024
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    Briar Street Theatre | Capacity: 300
    60657, 3133 N Halsted, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $75
    Avg. price ~ $145
    Available Tickets: 347
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  • Chicago Theatre Tickets
    Nov
    08
    2024
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    Irving Berlin's White Christmas
    60069, 10 Marriott Dr., Lincolnshire, IL, US
    Prices from $75
    Avg. price ~ $113
    36 tickets remaining!
    Tickets
  • Drunk Shakespeare
    Nov
    08
    2024
    9:00 PM
    Fri
    60601, 182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $229
    Avg. price ~ $380
    16 tickets remaining!
    Tickets
  • Jack and The Beanstalk
    Nov
    09
    2024
    10:30 AM
    Sat
    60614, 2540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL, US
    Prices from $26
    Avg. price ~ $46
    Available Tickets: 396
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All Theater Shows

Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
Theater Shows: 117
Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts
Nov 6, 2024 7:00 PM
Jack and The Beanstalk
Jack and The Beanstalk
Theater Shows: 4
Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago
Nov 7, 2024 10:30 AM
Disney Jr. Live On Tour
Disney Jr. Live On Tour
Theater Shows: 3
Rosemont Theatre
Nov 7, 2024 6:00 PM
Disney Junior Live: Let's Play
Disney Junior Live: Let's Play
Theater Shows: 3
Rosemont Theatre
Nov 7, 2024 6:00 PM
Pericles
Pericles
Theater Shows: 24
Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
Nov 7, 2024 7:00 PM
Drunk Shakespeare
Drunk Shakespeare
Theater Shows: 75
The Ruby Theatre - NY
Nov 7, 2024 7:00 PM
American Railroad
American Railroad
Theater Shows: 1
Harris Theater
Nov 7, 2024 7:30 PM
Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group
Theater Shows: 196
Briar Street Theatre
Nov 7, 2024 8:00 PM
Disney's The Little Mermaid
Disney's The Little Mermaid
Theater Shows: 12
Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace
Nov 8, 2024 7:00 PM
Duff McKagan
Duff McKagan
Theater Shows: 1
Outset
Nov 8, 2024 7:00 PM
Dog Man - The Musical
Dog Man - The Musical
Theater Shows: 24
Studebaker Theater
Nov 8, 2024 7:00 PM
Dante 360
Dante 360
Theater Shows: 3
Athenaeum Theatre - IL
Nov 8, 2024 7:00 PM
Little Shop Of Horrors
Little Shop Of Horrors
Theater Shows: 9
North Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
Nov 8, 2024 7:30 PM
Charbria Shine's Single Woman Chronicles
Charbria Shine's Single Woman Chronicles
Theater Shows: 1
Harris Theater
Nov 9, 2024 7:00 PM
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Theater Shows: 30
Lyric Opera House - IL
Nov 9, 2024 7:30 PM
Leroy and Lucy
Leroy and Lucy
Theater Shows: 5
Ensemble Theater At Steppenwolf Theatre
Nov 9, 2024 7:30 PM
Annie
Annie
Theater Shows: 24
The Chicago Theatre
Nov 12, 2024 7:00 PM
A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical
A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical
Theater Shows: 33
Cadillac Palace
Nov 12, 2024 7:00 PM
Menopause - The Musical 2
Menopause - The Musical 2
Theater Shows: 1
Rialto Square Theatre
Nov 12, 2024 7:30 PM
Ser.Rana
Ser.Rana
Theater Shows: 1
City Winery - Chicago
Nov 12, 2024 7:30 PM
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Chicago Theatre Guide

Chicago’s Premier Theater Offerings: A Curated Guide


Chicago’s theater scene is a dynamic tapestry woven with creativity, drama, and unbridled talent, offering an eclectic mix of performances that cater to every taste. From the mesmerizing beats of live music to the classic charm of Shakespearean drama, the Windy City’s stages are alive with action. Here, we present a handpicked selection of the finest theater shows gracing Chicago, each promising an unforgettable experience.

Must-See Musicals and Vibrant Performances:

  • Blue Man Group: A sensory overload of music, comedy, and multimedia theatrics.
  • In The Heights: A heartwarming tale set to the rhythm of hip-hop and salsa.
  • Beehive: A musical journey through the 1960s, celebrating female empowerment.
  • Drunk Shakespeare: A unique twist on classic plays, performed with a tipsy flair.
  • Shrek The Musical: A fairy-tale adventure brought to life with humor and heart.

Chicago is home to over 200 small theater companies, such as A Red Orchid Theatre, Lifeline Theatre, Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, Redtwist Theater, Trap Door Theatre, The Conspirators, and TUTA Theatre. Some have performance venues, while others perform in untraditional spaces such as storefronts, bars, studios, or black box theatres around Chicago.

Many of Chicago’s larger theaters, both profit and non-profit, originate or try out shows for Broadway. Touring productions also visit the city regularly, mainly playing at the big theaters in the Chicago Theatre District in the Loop.

Following the tradition of The Second City and Steppenwolf, many of these companies, including American Blues Theater, Stage Left Theatre, The Factory Theater, Organic Theater Company, Strawdog Theatre Company, and Lifeline Theatre, are ensemble-based. An ensemble-based company comprises a group of artists (actors, directors, designers, playwrights, etc.) who work collaboratively to create each production.

Chicago theater has a long record of introducing new plays and playwrights. Many of the theaters in Chicago have new play workshop programs to cultivate work from current playwrights. Chicago Dramatists, begun by a group of ex-students of a playwriting workshop at Victory Gardens Theater, has an ongoing program of developing new writers, most notably Rebecca Gilman. Wikipedia.

Chicago Theatre Reviews

List Of Theaters
Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre
location 60601, 170 North Dearborn St, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 50
Allstate Arena
location 60018, 6920 Mannheim Road, Rosemont, IL, US
Shows: 82
Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago
location 60614, 2540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 4
Athenaeum Theatre - IL
location 60657, 2936 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 21
Auditorium Theatre - IL
location 60605, 50 East Congress Parkway, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 31
Briar Street Theatre
location 60657, 3133 N Halsted, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 196
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
location 60611, 175 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 72
Cadillac Palace
location 60602, 151 W Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 132
Center Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
location 60077, 9501 North Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL, US
Shows: 53
Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
location 60611, 800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 24
CIBC Theatre
location 60603, 18 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 80
City Winery - Chicago
location 60607, 1200 W. Randolph St., Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 100
Courtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
location 60611, 800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 22
Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace
location 60181, 100 Drury Ln, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, US
Shows: 147
Ensemble Theater At Steppenwolf Theatre
location 60614, 1650 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 5
Fisher Theatre - MI
location 48202, 3011w Grand Blvd #f100, Detroit, MI, US
Shows: 144
Genesee Theatre
location 60085, 203 N. Genesee St, Waukegan, IL, US
Shows: 29
Greenhouse Theater Center
location 60614, 2257 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 10
Harris Theater
location 60601, 205 E. Randolph, Chicago, IL, US
Shows: 9
James Lumber Center
location 60030, 19351 West Washington Street, Grayslake, IL, US
Shows: 11
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