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Chopin Theatre
1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642, United States
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Da
Review №1

Love this theater, always a quality production and in such a fun and hip space. The productions vary but they never fail to entertain. Classic to absurd you never what youll score. Truly worth checking this theater out.

Ma
Review №2

Harrow House was a one of a kind experience! Immersive interactive horror theater is the best way to put it. Fun too!

Pe
Review №3

I saw some fantastic theatre here, including the indelible day-long HAMMER TRILOGY and a brilliant production of Ibsens THE DOLL HOUSE. Its a quaint old building. They used to serve up an obscure Polish beer.

Mi
Review №4

Just saw a creative and artful adaptation of the Nutcracker with my daughter. A very talented cast and entertaining 360 degree production. I plan on returning for another show with my wife.

Ja
Review №5

Wonderful theater in the round ... We saw a Performance of The Nutcracker by the HOUSE THEATER COMPANY OF CHICAGO

Da
Review №6

Great theatre with its decor. small inside but your part of the stage. seats a little uncomfortable on sides but all views good. small theatre.

To
Review №7

Very nice place with its own mood as his owner ;) Upon entry you immediately feel the love and compassion that was put into this place. This 2-floor venue hosting the perfect space for 3 stages is just the right size for the type of shows you can find there. Come and see a show or book your own.

Ju
Review №8

Watched The Nutcracker play, was really uniquely done. Fun for all ages, but heard some kids struggling with the death parts. Caution, talk to them first.

Su
Review №9

Great drink specials . The shows are quite entertaining. Fun time with friends or groups.

Ed
Review №10

I had the opportunity to see a Slam Poetry Festival in Chicago at the Chopin Theatre & it was lit!!, I really enjoyed myself & the atmosphere was great!!Fin.

Me
Review №11

Cozy theater for live music performances! Very unique decor.

Ja
Review №12

Great space and Atmosphere. Went to Veboten, great show!

Ni
Review №13

Never disappoints. Productions are alway imaginative and well done.

Go
Review №14

Innovative drama space Great productions. Thought provoking experience

Ka
Review №15

Saw the Harrow House puppet show, and loved it! Definitely following Rough House group to see more of their shows.

S
Review №16

This place is really kitschy antique and awesome. Came for a haunted puppet house by Rough House. SO awesome!

Wh
Review №17

This place is classic. Used to perform here back in the day. Great space, and the lower level lobby worth the price of admission just to hang.

be
Review №18

I love this theater so much i cant resist coming back. They host a jazz festival each year and every time it is fanominal, would completely recomend

Ro
Review №19

Saw the nutcracker and it was an amazing twist on a Christmas classic.

Ta
Review №20

Awesome performing arts center. Multiple great spaces and a really cool vibe. It feels grand and exciting but still small, intimate, and locally focused. You can find circus, puppetry, music...whatever you want here, at this centrally located gem!

Jo
Review №21

Wonderfully decorated space, great bar and environment

Do
Review №22

The spooky show they had was kool.

cj
Review №23

Soooo much fun watching The Nutcracker. We all loved it from young to less young. This was just a magical experience. I laughed so hard and even cried a bit. Thanks so much to all the actors and stage people, the awesome band and the ticket agents. This was just amazing.

Ma
Review №24

Divine theater place!!!Great history!!!

Co
Review №25

Beautiful theater. Its a lifetime experience and a ton of fun to see!

Ge
Review №26

Visiting places like Chopin reminds you there are still people whose guiding forces in creating a place are exquisite taste, wisdom and love. If you allow yourself to look around, experience the place Im sure you will agree with me.

Ma
Review №27

The play ever! I hope you get a chance to see it!

St
Review №28

Delightfully decorated. Beautiful space friendly owners. This place is a gem. You feel like you stepped back into a more civilized time. It is sophisticated yet homey. Ziggy is awesome!

To
Review №29

I saw the play Borealis! It was great production with awesome actors. A small space but with such a vivid imagination they used the space smartly and convincingly. I was blessed to find parking on the street easily and was able to monitor my time using the Chicago parking app.

Su
Review №30

We just left from seeing the Nutcracker, we’ve seen it 4 years in a row. And this time it was beyond entertaining. The cast interacting with us as if we were part of the play. Definitely recommended to anyone looking for holiday entertainment seek this play at this location!! This is not your average Nutcracker play, no ballet little singing, TONS of comedy.

Ch
Review №31

With all the old timey decors and furnitures, the Choping Theater where some of the amazing plays are hosted deliver a magical vibe.

Ch
Review №32

Very imaginative theater with the most creative tickets in the business

Jo
Review №33

I had the pleasure of checking out the Nutcracker here just shortly after Christmas and greatly enjoyed everything about this facility. Loved the rustic and artistic decor. I am looking forward to checking out more shows at this venue in the future.

Da
Review №34

Incredible, extremely breathtaking. Went to go see Cabinet of curiosities, Tabletop Tragedies. Its 5am and Im still in awe.

Ri
Review №35

Very cozy and charming place

An
Review №36

I went to see the Nutcracker show with my 7 year son. This wasnt ballet nutcracker show. He always gets wiggly in the middle of performances but this didnt happen at this show. He happened to sit in a spot in which the characters interacted with him and he had so much fun as well as I. I loved the show and although I initially wasnt sure what to expect, I walked away wowed by all the characters and what they can accomplish in a small 140 seat theater. I will absolutely go back and watch the show again.

Mi
Review №37

It is small, but the seats were better than expected. It was quick and easy to get in and out. Concessions were very reasonably priced.

Me
Review №38

We went to see Borealis! It was a fantastic play. Jam packed with action, laughter, and tugged at your heart. Wonderful!

Ed
Review №39

This theater is a lot of fun. I won a membership for the House Theatre of Chicago at an auction so I was able to go see all the plays for a season. All plays, except for their magic show, were performed at the Chopin Theatre. They do original productions, and I can honestly say that they were all great! In fact I will be buying another membership for next season since it was a lot of fun. It is also very close to a Blue line CTA stop so it is very easy to get to the theatre.I highly recommend this place. It is a very fun place for a date night.

Je
Review №40

Great theatre location having a variety of productions

S.
Review №41

Chopin theatre houses several theatre companies. Small intimate place. I like this setting

An
Review №42

Back in Day. Amazing talent

Ch
Review №43

Home to the House Theater of Chicago (must-see spectacular, original, magical theatre), the coziest lobby ever, and vats of delectable hard candy that put the purses of elderly ladies to shame.

Za
Review №44

Ornate and intimate theater. Really enjoyed it here! You can see the emotion and perspiration of the actors!

El
Review №45

It was super neat inside!

ty
Review №46

Fantastic spaces. Smartly designed and well equipped. Bravo.

Ho
Review №47

We THOROUGHLY enjoyed the performance as well as the light dinner. The Boho décor gave the venue an elegant, warm, and entertaining atmosphere which we definitely plan to revisit! Bravo!

so
Review №48

Awesome puppet show

He
Review №49

Love this kitschy hodge podge theater, especially for performances of The House Theater.

Ma
Review №50

Had such a great time experiencing Walls of Harrow.

Mi
Review №51

A wonderful theatrical resource for Chicago.

Sc
Review №52

Im not a theater guy but this place is pretty darn fun!

Be
Review №53

Wonderful community. Friendly people, welcoming to all. Spiritual environment sharing Gods love.

Am
Review №54

The Hypocrites take up the bottom floor here, which is more of a basement than a theater space but they somehow find a way to make it work in new and interesting ways. Get here early as there is a waiting room before entering the theater thats eclectic and a neat place to talk to people before the show, and also you can make sure you dont get stuck behind a pillar when they open the house. Bangers and lace is a short walk away from dinner before or after the show -- or Podhalanka a neat Polish restaurant is right next door.

Be
Review №55

Great theater. New music venue in the basement.

Pe
Review №56

Very cool space. Theatres upstairs and downstairs.

Ju
Review №57

Beautiful and intimate theater. The downstairs lounge is beyond warm and inviting. We saw The Nutcracker rendition by The House. Perfect evening.

Ha
Review №58

Fantastic authentic place with great hosts.

Jo
Review №59

Beautifully decorated theater with several different performance spaces. Would highly recommend

Li
Review №60

Creepy, old and full of character...especially the basement.

Ga
Review №61

Loved this theater. Hatfield & McCoy was a first rate production. Bravo!

Ke
Review №62

The House Theater Company consistently puts on exciting theater, balancing between recreating classic stories and bringing new exciting work to the stage.

Er
Review №63

Its a very interesting space for a theater ,and the theater companies (particularly the hypocrites) that make their home there try to find interesting ways to deal with the space. Some are more successful, and some are less.Next door is a pretty great Polish restaurant and the bar in the theater serves Polish beer. Bathrooms are cramped.

Co
Review №64

Very entertaining show

Ke
Review №65

Quaint, charming and full of character! I saw the Nutcracker and I cant wait to see more.

Jo
Review №66

Very cozy place.

Ba
Review №67

Dusty character small legit theatre.

Gr
Review №68

Intimate seating , quality plays, easy parking at church parking lot.

Ba
Review №69

Saw the Nutcracker last year, very high quality, and the theatre itself is bursting with character and atmosphere

Ba
Review №70

This place does not need introduction nor praising. It is as unique and fantastic as it gets.

Yo
Review №71

Very intimate. Friendly staff.

Ju
Review №72

Fun place small theater unique events

Mi
Review №73

Creative and engaging story telling through theatre

Da
Review №74

Saw Nutcracker. What fun!

Da
Review №75

The Chopin Theatre basement is an intimate space, with real charm. While waiting for your show, feel free to peruse the eclectic library of the basement lounge, including travel guides and assorted biographies. The day of shows I saw here from the Hypocrites transformed the rough concrete walls of the basement, first into a tropical island and next into the circus trappings under the Big Top!Amenities of the Chopin Theatre include a small bar on site, both upstairs and down, along with the convenient location, just doors from Podhalanka to get your pierogie on, or the Division Blue when you need to get out of town fast.

Lo
Review №76

Great staff. Wonderful show.

Le
Review №77

Great venue for arts and community.

Le
Review №78

Just saw the production of Diamond Dogs at the Chopin (performed by the House Theater company). Fantastic fun.

Da
Review №79

Great small venue with quality talent.

Jo
Review №80

I enjoyed Hatfields and McCoys by the House Theater.

Sc
Review №81

Beautiful older small theatre, with a nice sized performance space on the main floor and a smaller space in the lower floor.

Jo
Review №82

Awesome! Super old school European, noce little concession stand with baked goods.

Co
Review №83

Ive seen two shows at this theater, and I enjoyed both tremoundously. One was very interactive and had an interesting way of using the space, and the other was cute, with great effects and acting. I would definatley see another.

Al
Review №84

Always perfect

To
Review №85

Saw Death and Harry Houdini. Top notch production and fantastic venue.

Ma
Review №86

Great place

an
Review №87

I saw a couple of shows here. Great venue, great shows. Owners are very friendly. Beer and wine allowed in shows.

Ji
Review №88

Love the vibe

Ad
Review №89

Lovely time with the nutcracker!

De
Review №90

Funky, interesting theater venue with interesting artwork and furnishings

mi
Review №91

Good play at the House Theater

Di
Review №92

Great performance!!

mi
Review №93

So, so intimate

Ph
Review №94

Beautiful....

Co
Review №95

Loved the basement!

Jo
Review №96

Great space.

Da
Review №97

Saw the Nutcracker here and I was blown away!

Pe
Review №98

Nice venue!

Su
Review №99

Excellent venue for new theater

Li
Review №100

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  • Address:1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642, United States
  • Site:http://www.chopintheatre.com/
  • Phone:+1 773-278-1500
Categories
  • Performing arts theater
  • Live music venue
  • Opera house
  • Performing arts group
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–12am
  • Tuesday:9am–12am
  • Wednesday:9am–12am
  • Thursday:9am–12am
  • Friday:9am–12am
  • Saturday:9am–12am
  • Sunday:9am–12am
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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