Chicago Theatre Community Review

It's a beautiful, old, Chicago building. Bathrooms downstairs were tidy. Seats are not very comfortable (but what do you expect for an old theater). The sound for the event I attended was a little low. Not bad but if the audience applauded you couldn't hear the speaker. Small complaint. We'd go back.

Nice, older venue. Payed extra for front row balcony so my son's view would be unobstructed only to find out that they hang curtains on the bars so his view was completely obstructed and he had to sit on my lap as they had no boosters. Next time going with the cheap seats for better view.

The sign is so.... Chicago! Love going to the Chicago Theatre, and am very excited to A Christmas Story: The Musical (!) this holiday season. I've been here for many events and always love it: hysterical night with Kathy Griffin, rocking nights with Widespread Panic and Sufjan Stevens and for many benefits, there is not a bad seat in the house! Fun fact: The vertical sign "C-H-I-C-A-G-O," is almost six stories high!

This place is beautifully historic but needs a cleaning top to bottom.

Love this place there isn't really a bad seat in the house. Took my grandsons to see Grinch That Stole Christmas. They loved the play & the theater to.

Used on-line parking for a better rate to park. Theater is very beautiful even with showing its age.

The theater that bears Chicago's name. This venue is perfect for comedians, shows, and concerts. It has both an old-timey charm and modern amenities. I would definitely recommend stopping by for whatever's showing when you're in town.

Very traditional, clean, but security could get backed up so give yourself time.

One of the best recognized landmarks in Chicago and definitely worth a visit. They do tours!

Good venue but has a few small problem on the outside

Taking in a show at the The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601 is a real treat. It's a historic theatre that if you've never been before you'll truly appreciate.

I recommend the tour. The guide was very knowledgeable and fun!

I was a disappointed with the VIP piece. The people were really nice and earn 5 stars but the area was small and not enough room to sit. Then my daughter is special needs and the guy said the doors were open and they weren't so it took me 30min to calm her down and the guards were less than friendly.

Good sound quality. Very nice place to see live concerts.

I was happy to learn that they give tours of this beautiful theatre.

Noel Gallagher at an amazing old theater! Great place to see a show, not a bad seat in the house!

Great venue for most types of entertainment. Went here to see stand up comedians. Elegant interior, staff are nice.

Gorgeous theater, seating space was much better than expected. Saw "Twas the night before" from Cirque du Soleil.. very good show, a couple lulls, but I'm not a fan of solo acts

This is a beautiful theater. The attention to detail in the architecture is amazing. The way the ceiling is painted is delightful and reminiscent of the renaissance era's value of making the entire building a work of art. Balcony seats still have a good view of the stage, not a great view but good. Sound and lighting is good. The multiple locations for beverage lines are a nice touch and I feel it minimizes the wait. Drink prices are not so nice but it is Chicago. The staff was extremely helpful and courteous.

A classic downtown venue that hasn't lost its historic charm. Everywhere you look there are beautiful details. The acoustics are great for both concerts and comedy shows.

Beautiful theatre built in 1921. Wonderful accoustics. Well located in downtown Chicago. Great selection of shows and concerts to see.

Wonderful historic building with a fantastic ornamentation.

Besides the unorganized security to get in it is a BEAUTIFUL theater. Even on the balcony it was easy to see the stage and the sound was great. Would go back without a doubt.

Iconic! Simple Minds were fantastic! Great acoustic! Wonderful historical building where great artists and bands performed and will perform. Impressive piece of architecture in the middle of theater district.
Lots of bars and restaurants.

Beautiful theatre. Located in a great spot in downtown Chicago.

Friendly staff, beautiful theater, and great entertainment! The snacks and drinks are priced outrageously though.

Seeing chris Tomlin , and straight no chancer, and I might do that on spring and summer , when I come back in Chicago, and I miss it ..... and maybe I'll get a chance to do that for the plan .

The place is wonderful except for the seating is bad to low and to close to each other. Louise

Absolutely amazing! The concessions were good, the building was beautiful!! I wish i could go back every week!

Great theater. Saw a concert there. Could have more people working the bars as there was always a line.

Chris Botti concert absolutely wonderful, beautiful place.

There on December 31st for the All STAR COMEDY SHOW. The place was like a Frezzer, I could never take off my Fur Coat. My date was shaking so hard from being cold. I thought it was just me. No everyone was complaining about the heat. Over priced main floor seating and the $8.00 popcorn was ice cold alone woth the weak coffee luke warm. $12.00 for cold popcorn and a cup of coffee. Never returning. The staff was cold too, nice and helpful but they were wearing winter scarfs and gloves throughout the event. Such a waste of money!! The Stage was bare nothing that represented bringing in 2017..... Do not ever go to this ceamp seatimg, Ice Box place... NEVER, YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!!!

This place is visually stunning and Mark Knopfler performance was exceptional.

Went to see ARW ... Beautiful venue, sound was fantastic.

This is a Chicago landmark and you need to visit it. Awesome interior.

Absolutely breathtaking. So happy that we spent some of our long weekend here.

By far my favorite concert venue in Chicago. The building is iconic and well kept and the acoustics incredible. I have watched over 15 concerts here from quiet intimate sets with pin-drop silence from the audience to hard rocking performances. You can hear every note clearly regardless whether you are in the balcony or the main floor. Also, the way the place is laid out, you get a pretty intimate feel even when you are up in the balcony.

It's very easy to find from the street and the inside is beautiful. Seating is easy to find, but there is always an usher there to help as well. Not enough restroom options, even for men,he line was ridiculous. Four glasses of wine, small popcorn and a shareable bag of M&Ms cost $40 even. The seating is comfortable as well.
Also, they do not give a warning for when the performace is about to start. Most theaters give a 5 minute warning before a performance begins.

Nice theatre. Always forget the is someone in bathroom asking for a tip after you wash your hands for paper.

One of my favourite venues in Chicago; it s got an old world charm which really adds to the experience. Only caveat, chairs are not built for modern audiences - seating is pretty tight for the taller or more well built among us!

Saw the Grinch and loved it. Disappointed with the bathrooms. Went to ladies room about half way through the play. It was out off paper towels while many folks working there were in the hallways on their phones. Also concessions said they were closed at that time also. So why the play was great the service was disappointing and I've never had that before at this theater.

Utopia was great. Got a upgraded ticket, 8th row, complements of Red Wing boots.

This theatre is gorgeous on the inside. I have been here many times and sat on both floor level and balcony and have had a great view of the stage.

Love the Chicago Theater. It was very easy to get in, their drinks and snacks available have a lot to choose from. They have Spirits, wine, candy, popcorn. Probably would appreciate if they had some healthier selections like Luna bars or some gluten-free options. There is not a bad seat in this house! The sound and Acoustics were excellent we saw Ben Platt here for his inaugural night in his multi-city tour and it was absolutely magical! We have seen other performers here as well and appreciate that there is plenty of parking right near the theater and lots of places to eat within walking distance.

The seats are very small and the aisles are too close together (not enough leg room for tall people).

Great theater but seriously they ran out of ear plugs for a rock show...

Iconic venue. Professional staff to help you at every turn. Attentive security personal makes for a safe environment. Drinks are priced fairly and made well!

First time here and really loved it. Super clean and friendly staff. We sat in the "balcony boxes" and I would totally recommend doing that! Tons of legroom but you are a little far to the side of the stage. The beauty of the theater is comparable to the Coronado.

THE BIGGEST SURPRISE OF OUR TRIP. We are regular theatre goers but our tour of the Chicago Theatre blew me and my teens away. We were in awe and often dumbstruck at the grandeur and beauty. DON'T PASS THIS THEATRE BYE!!!!!

The inside is so beautiful. Seating in balcony 1R is amazing.

Always a great show. No need the drive the train is nearby.

Security and phone pouch lines made it far too long of a time to stand outside.

Love this place, wish they'd update the bathrooms though.

Beautiful theater. Just enjoyed the Earth Wind and Fire Concert recently. Awesome seats!!

OMG.. THE PLACE WONDERFUL EXCEPT THE WAITRESS THAT WAS SERVING THE BOOTH ON THE VALENTINE'S DAY TOUR WAS RUDE STARTING FIGHTS WASNT PROFESSIIONAL AT ALL SHE KEPT UP ARGUMENTS THROUGH THE ENTIRE SHOW

Saw Jerry Sienfeld for a great show. Love the theater.