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Blue Man Group

Briar Street Theatre, 3133 N. Halsted St, Chicago, IL
773 348 4000
Ranked #23 of 323 attractions in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 207 Reviews
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Type: Performances
Owner description: It’s new. It’s cool. BLUE MAN GROUP has updated the wildly popular theatrical show at its Chicago venue. Taking a closer look at the technology that... more » Owner description: It’s new. It’s cool. BLUE MAN GROUP has updated the wildly popular theatrical show at its Chicago venue. Taking a closer look at the technology that both surrounds and isolates us, BLUE MAN GROUP showcases technogeek ingenuity while uniting the audience in primal, collective exhilaration. Signature BLUE MAN GROUP moments combine with breathtakingly fun new pieces for an explosive evening of entertainment. « less
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Naperville, Illinois
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Just a great show....will keep you entertained! I had never seen them before but was pleasantly surprised by the whole show.

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Toronto
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

New Years Eve treat was perfect. My fiance was chosen to go onstage!!!

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Chicago, Illinois
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Crazy and wild but really fun. Don't sit in the front rows if you don't want to get wet.

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Chennai (Madras), India
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

And what an experience. Their show was outstanding and the money I spent was worth every penny

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Chilton, Wisconsin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

It is a fun show. It gets a little loud sometimes but involves the audience and keeps their attention.

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Dallas, Tx
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Was not sure at all about this, but wanted something special for 11-year old grandaughters on a trip from Texas. Turned out to be an excellent choice, as all of us simply had a great time. Highlight was when one of the Blue Men slipped up on us during the riotous last act and surprised the girls. Great fun!

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Carol Stream, Illinois
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012
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I think blue man group is generally overrated and the ticket price is too high.

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Anghiari, Italy
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47 reviews 47 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

I have seen the Blue Man Group In NYC and Las Vegas. They are a fun show. Really can't go wrong seeing them.

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chicago
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

I got whacked in the head with a large glob of jell-o shot out of a cannon and was splattered with paint all night--and couldn't have asked for a better time! Part concert, part comedy, part multi-media social commentary, the show bombards your senses (literally...with jell-o). The show is utterly consuming: Music, colors, lights, balloon drops, wacky antics--often all at... More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

This group puts on a great show that gets people of all ages involved in the fun. The show is full of fun touches and surprises. Worth every penny

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