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Chicago Theatre

175 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60601
312-462-6301
As featured in 3 days in Chicago
Ranked #29 of 323 attractions in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 52 Reviews
Type: Theatres
Fee: Yes
Owner description: Chicago's breath-taking National Landmark Theatre hosts concerts, comedians, theatrical productions and special events every year. The 3,600 seat... more » Owner description: Chicago's breath-taking National Landmark Theatre hosts concerts, comedians, theatrical productions and special events every year. The 3,600 seat auditorium is seven stories high, and the vertical "C-H-I-C-A-G-O," sign is one of the few such signs in existence today. A symbol of State Street and Chicago, the marquee is a landmark in itself, as is the Wurlitzer pipe organ. Patrons can also go behind-the-scenes on their educational venue tour, which runs a few times a week. « less
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Indianapolis, Indiana
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Great place to see a concert! Walking distance from the Hard Rock Hotel and many restaurants

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Chicago, Illinois
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Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Chicago Landmark, lushly renovated, comfortable seats, good acoustics, with a grand French baroque interior. If you are sitting on the main floor, do take the effort to walk up to the balcony to view the fantastic expanse of the grand domed interior. We enjoyed Bonnie Rait and the Beach Boys on two separate evenings there last week.

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Midwest
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68 reviews 68 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We attended the Beach Boys 50th Anniversary Concert in May 2012. It looked like a sold out performance. The sound system was impeccable. The lights were amazing. Even though we didn’t have the best seats in the house, we were in the balcony; we didn’t have any trouble seeing everything. Next to us was a very nice couple from Rockford,... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

This is a beautifully renovated theatre. The art deco was preserved, right down the the pink tile in the ladie's room and the red velvet seatee in the sitting room outside of the restroom. The marquee is amazing. Make sure to take your camera to get pictures of it. We went to the Beach Boys concert and the accoustics were... More

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Crystal Lake, Illinois
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I've seen many shows here over the years. Recently saw Chickenfoot. The acoustics are fantastic and there is not a bad seat in the house. Drink lines tend to be a bit long at times

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Kansasville, WI
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Historic theater. Small but intimate with great acoustics!

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Elkhart, Indiana
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I went to a Creed concert this month in the Chicago Theatre. It is absolutely breathtaking. The architecture is phenomenal and it really takes you back in time. The acoustics were surprisingly great. The seats are comfortable, and the staff was cordial.

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Normal, Illinois
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

I have grown up in Chicago and have seen the theater thousands of times. Never had the chance to go inside until last week for the Rodrigo y Gabriela concert. I am so glad that we went early. We walked around this beautiful buiding and felt like we were in a time machine. Loved the place so much that we... More

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

used to work across the street from the theatre and loved looking at the marquee to see what show I would go to next. the inside is even more beautiful!

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Chi Town
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

I have seen many great shows here. You do have to pay like 20 bucks to park. ABC 7 is across the street, so you can watch the news for fun and the weatherman may come out.

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