I came from Florida to capture this image for a client who wanted a large format luxury print for his oceanfront condo! It came out great! This theatre is a historic treasure!

In general, the influence of the French Baroque is noticeable in the interior of the theater, many interior items are made in a similar technique with many famous French buildings.Beautiful and iconic performance space. A must see. Seating in the balcony is better than floor seats in the back of the main level.

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 eras 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.

This concert venue is spectacular!I had the opportunity to see Chris Tomlin perform his Christmas show and it was a blast. The concert hall is iconic in and of itself which made for a lovely atmosphere during the entire show. The acoustics in the building were top notch and it felt like there wasn’t a bad seat in the house!This location has a very friendly staff that was kind, efficient, and helpful ushering people to and from the concert hall. There were plenty of options to purchase drinks and snacks which was an added bonus on the evening. Looking forward to coming back and taking in another show!

The Chicago Theatre is a must for any music lover to experience. Please go and experience the tour firsthand. The guides are wonderful and the history is incredible. I was blown away. I saw Rise Against perform there the night before, from the front row, they played their acoustic set, Ghost Note Symphonies along with another punk rock favorite Face to Face. It was one of the absolute best nights of my life and getting to experience the tour the next day was an eye opening experience as well. There isn’t a bad seat in the house.

So elegant and classy. Security was quick and easy. Navigating to our seats was kind difficult but we got there eventually! We were in box 13, row A seats 28,30,32,34

Have thoroughly enjoyed every show Ive seen here! Parking seems plentiful in the area and not crazily priced when it’s only for the evening. Prices for drinks could be lower as is the case at most music venues.

Beautiful old theater. Steep seating so no one in front of you. All seats have great views. We saw Nathaniel Ratliff and his new band.

This place offers such an amazing experience. Absolutely beautiful venue, both internally and externally. We loved attending shows here, but also walking by it at night seeing everything lit up. Absolutely stunning. Can’t wait to go to some more shows here. 5 stars!

We were there for a Madonna concert. I believe this theatre, one of the most traditional in the US, has lost all of its charm. If you take a look at once magnificent ceiling, you can only see dirty, dust, and holes. I believe more money should be spent on a renewal of one of Chicago’s most iconic landmarks. I am sure they have more, considering the artists and the shows they bring. Please, just spend a little bit of what you people profit on this once exquisite piece of architecture.

Went here to see the live My Brother, My Brother, and Me podcast. We had a blast, of course, and that was certainly in part thanks to the venue.There is plenty of seating here, and even all the way up in the balcony, the sound resonated well and I was able to see the stage a little better than I had expected. The view of the stage is great. The theater itself is gorgeous, both inside and out, and intricately decorated. The staff is kind, cheerful, and very helpful. Lines moved very quickly and efficiently here.The seats themselves are small, and there wasnt much wiggle room, and nowhere to set my drinks or popcorn (which I paid a pretty penny for considering the sizes- but Chase card holders were getting a discount!). The walkways between the actual columns of seats were quite narrow, and someone stepped on and spilled over my 5 dollar popcorn and water (he bought me more, and I didnt even ask him to).The stairs between each section of seating however were spacious and easy to navigate. There were plenty of lavatories nearby each entrance as well, so if you had to step out, you werent gone long and never had to fret about missing much. There was a relatively cheap parking garage nearby, and we paid ahead of time, so there was no trouble parking.Despite my few seating woes, I had so much fun, and I look forward to the next show I attend in The Chicago Theatre.

Favorite venue in town. The Chicago Theatre is a 1921 construct Cinema Palace, one of the grand movie palaces spread across the city. The space has impeccable sound and the renovation work from a while back brought this Theatre into a realm all its own. This mid-size venue fits 3600 but you wouldnt know it from its cozy demeanor. The only downside is the absolutely uncomfortable, low seats that make you feel like inspector gadget, folded into a chair. I wish this was not so, as I am on a taller side and it makes for a rather awkward show experience.

Great place to take my daughter to their kid shows!! She Loves It!!

Great experience, love it so much! Must do

Hands down the most beautiful theatre I have ever seen. Its one of the worlds first movie palaces and one of the earliest to boot. Chicago used to have dozens of theatres like this downtown, but most have been razed -- its a rare piece of architectural and movie history and its lucky its still around!

Performing arts, musical and speciality shows in a classical style venue.

This theatre never disappoints me. The leg room and size of the seats is a little better than other theatres. The seats were comfy. I wish they had more concessions open so that we didnt have to wait in lines but it wasnt horrible.The staff was all extremely nice and helpful. Prices are crazy, but thats to be expected.

I went to this theater to see the Broadway musical Hamilton. And let me say it was one of the best experiences of my life

The Chicago theater is absolutely beautiful! I had seats a bit higher up and still had a great view of the stage! They serve alcohol which is always a plus! The mens bathroom was very clean as well. The ornate detailing of the ceiling is a treat in of itself. I would highly recommend seeing a show here. Kathleen Madigan was awesome!

Its a beautiful venue! I absolutely loved it! Excellent customer service, ambiance is perfect. I truly enjoyed the concert. I had a great time!!

Always a great time. Staff is very nice and helpful. Typical Chicago prices on snacks ($10 for a bottle of water and Snickers bar) but thats expected downtown. Be sure to take time to walk around because its a truly beautiful theater. The restoration is perfect.

Beautiful architecture! Seats however lack leg room. You will need to get up every so often or your knees will start to hurt. We were first row of the balcony section and had to stand to get relief from the tight leg room. I included some vlose up photos from what was on the wall near downstairs washroom.

This is an aMAZing space!!! The theatre is almost 100 years old now (as of 2019), and it is absolutely BEAUTIFUL inside!! The staff was also super friendly in a genuine way, which I really appreciated. Our seats were comfortable & clean, which is always a nice touch. We had seats one row away from the front of the Loge that were pretty good; the people on stage were small-ish, but were could still see their faces and facial expressions. Please be aware that the Chicago Theatre is HUGE; if you get seats farther away than that, youre getting to the point where whomever is on stage becomes a dot instead of a person/people, and I did not see screens set up for viewing for people in the back of the theatre. I suggest weighing that carefully when buying tickets, so that you understand what kind of experience youre in for.Also of note, I found out that the theatre does daily tours at noon (I think) for $15, where you get to learn about the history of the place, and see normally restricted areas like backstage!! Im TOTALLY going for that!!!

Awesome theater. Get there early to explore the whole place. There is so much detail in the art on the walls and ceiling.

My first show at this theater. It is definitely better than most especially the newer ones. I sat up in the balcony. You definitely dont have a problem with someone sitting in front of you being too tall to see. The staff was efficient on getting people in over all a nice place and it is beautiful to look around the building..

Theater needs to be remodeled with larger seats and more leg room. I went to theater as a kid when they only showed movies and now I am 60yr old and they have not updated the seats or carpet; still the same uncomfortable seats and dirty carpet throughout the auditorium. For the money you purchase tickets for events at this location, the least you can do is update seats and install new carpet. The bathroom were okay, seems as though they were remodeled. Other than that a nice theater/landmark in downtown Chicago.

Amazingly beautiful theatre! I know this place doesn’t need any reviews. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Good views. Great venue in a great location.

Great venue. Absolutely gorgeous. Only got four stars because of lack of signage... Incredible confusing finding seating and all the ushers looked stressed and overworked, almost everyone needed help finding their seat. Also looks like it could use a bit of renovation, pealing ceilings and walls. Other than that, it was a great place to see a show and Ill definitely come back.

Saw a stand up act here (Joey Diaz) and everything was great. Quick in/out process. I bought a parking pass with my tickets and it was simple and easy. The garage was right next to the theater. Inside was clean, comfortable, and the sound was great. I sat comfortably and heard everything from the performers. Pretty much all you can ask for!

Went to the Vince Gill show last Thursday. Excellent show, excellent theater! We had front row seats in the loge section. The folks that work there are very friendly and helpful. Concessions consists of popcorn, candy, water, soft drinks, beer and liquor. Several stations throughout so if you want something youre never far away. Anything you buy there can be carried into the theater. Parking right around the corner at Wabash-Randolph self parking. Big Walgreens on the corner between the parking garage and the theater. Great location! Great experience! Great show! One more note: if you are looking for loge seats, consider taking the second row or further back. The front row has a guard rail in front of it. If youre tall like me its not too bad but if youre not its a bit of a problem having to always sit up straight to see over it. Not terrible but a distraction for sure and you cant sit anything on the wall beneath the rail, understandably. The rail is visible in a couple of the pictures I posted. Enjoy the show!

Magnificent as always. Absolutely opulent, gorgeous, acoustics amazing, world-class theater. I have never been disappointed at this amazing venue from Music.

The classic theater for touring acts seeking crowds of a few thousand. This is where the best national comics play when coming to Chicago. Lots of other artists perform here as well. Amazing classically decorated with ornate gold woodwork. Can’t be beat.

Do you like uncomfortable seats that tear at your cloths, rude staff and paying five dollars for a sixteen ounce bottle of water? Then youll love this place. Otherwise stay away. The only thing that this place has is a famous sign and some classic art styling, otherwise its hard to think of a worse venue to see literally anything. One of the most overpriced, over hyped and downright unpleasant places in the city.

I can feel the ghosts of all the past performances. I love coming here as it always gives me a buzz knowing all the performers and artists that have been here. Its opulence from another era is something to behold in a positive sense.

I seen the Trailer Park Boys christmas show, i was not disappointed, had such a great time. Only thing I didnt like was the drink choices and how expensive they were.

What a great place to see a show! The interior is absolutely stunning, and there arent really any bad seats in the house. I thought the acoustics were good, and the seats were actually comfortable. The seats are a little close together, but I have been in far worse spacing.

It was awesome seeing Ben Rector here in the fall. This is an easy theater to get in and out of, you never feel squashed! The theater retains the beautiful architecture and style of when it was originally built. Great venue for smaller concerts in the heart of downtown Chicago. Near many restaurants and shopping.

A classic downtown venue that hasnt lost its historic charm. Everywhere you look there are beautiful details. The acoustics are great for both concerts and comedy shows.

Huge structure with elegant chandeliers and great sound system. However, there is only 1 (1 men & 1 ladies) on each Flr., 2 stalls. The higher the seats the steeper the incline. Public self parking garages are available for $53.00 for 2 hrs. Other than that...perfect.

Love this place. My husband and I go often for date nights. They book A+ talent and the venue itself is beautiful. If you are driving, buy tickets online and purchase the discounted psrking rate they offer at time of purchase. The garage is just around the corner and if you pay in advance you just scan and go. Saves money and makes it so much easier.If youre afraid of heights do not sit in the front of the balcony. Even walking down the main balcony stairs freaks me out sometimes, hah. You get just as good a view slightly further back. If you want to be in the action, be on the main floor. If you want a more intimate setting, go for the boxes. If you plan on drinking or snacking, get their early because the lines can be brutally long. The staff does their best to remedy the wait, but its normally a lengthy line.

What we especially love about The Chicago Theatre is the staff. They are always so welcoming and they know the theater well. They will help you with seating or whatever you may need. They are just super sweet.

This a long time establishment in the downtown Chicago area. Saw many a movie here over the years. Its a beautiful piece of Chicago history. I think anyone visiting the Chicago Loop should check this theater out.

Doesnt seem like theres a bad seat in the house. We were main Floor row L of to the left of the stage. Decent priced concessions and drinks. Great location close to many popular restaurants and shopping too. Wer had two younger kids with us and navigated around the theater very easily.

Wonderful, iconic building!Got to go on a tour and it was great! Loved every minute of it.This theatre is beautiful!

I felt like I was in another Time Period. The sound system was just right with no static.The physical inside of the theater was eye candy to my son and myself. We saw Madonnas Madam X show there..awesome.

Simply stunning theater. Attendants kept the crowd very well organized and moving. The perfect place to see a show!

We were there for Brett Eldredges Glow Tour and the sound was absolutely beautiful in here. Its a very fun venue to visit. Will be back as soon as we can to hear some more great music! Also, highly recommend seeing WICKED!

All the special effects and lighting were overwhelming and just brilliant. Highly recommend any event at The Chicago Theatre. Were so lucky in Chicago to have such a beautiful theater and so many shows to see!

Great venue, so unique. Love the atmosphere and location! So iconic.

Beautiful theatre , a land mark of Chicago . Beautiful architecture. Love it . Went to see Kevin James . Very friendly n helpful staff. Popcorn n drinks available . It’s amazing place . Seating are tight but not compromising View. Highly recommended

This was an awesome venue for a concert. We went to see Hozier, and the Chicago Theater definitely added to the experience. If you have a chance I would definitely recommend this venue.

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

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.

Nice venue, got some great seats through resale and really enjoyed my evening. Great old building

Inside of the venue is absolutely gorgeous. Big plus on a solid acoustic environment as well.

This is a beautifully restored theater and it always has a great lineup of shows. As part of the Broadway in Chicago experience it offers a good value for your theater bucks. The last show we saw here was a Christmas story performance of Cirque Du Soleil which was a great show. Should it ever come back I would highly recommend it.

Aside from the beauty and history of the theater itself, I am most impressed with how quickly they can get patrons through security and into their seats. Ive been there for a few sold out shows and its always a snap to get in. Located is great too... lots of parking. Easy access from thoroughfares.

This Theater is Enjoyable and Memorable for Chicago. No Elevators so if you have seats on upper balcony.. be prepared to walk.

It’s important to know that there are multiple entrances into the theater so you don’t get stuck in one long line. With that said, you should also get there early to beat lines for the restroom and concessions.

Beautiful historic venue, went for Nick Masons Saucerful of Secrets... Best to go public transport route, if you drive and park be prepared for a LONG wait to exit...

Went to see; U-tubers Game Grumps with my 21year old daughter, drove straight through from Minnesota To Illinois in less then 24 hrs, ugh-da!¿~ Unforgetable. The Theater is Gorgeous and Downtown Chicago is alive and living after Dark.

Watched the Anastasia broadway show and it was phenomenal.My group bought our tickets from someone off of stub hub and had them on our phone. The box office wouldn’t accept them unless we had them printed out, so we went to the hotel next door, who had a printer we should use!The inside of the theater is stunning and even on the top balcony seating gave our group a good view of the stage!

This is a hidden Gem in Chicago. The restaurant is unique and perfect for a quiet lunch and beautiful view of Chicago. The ambiance is elegant and perfect with the company of some celebrities eating lunch. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Kirk Franklin and Koryn Koryn Hawthorne were great. Love the side door entrance now! Made it fast to enter than in the past.

Gorgeous, vintage theater with excellent stage views and incredible sound. Friendly staff and thorough security.

I’ve honestly never attended a show here. But did the daily 12 noon tour today. (Grab a loop tourism map for a discount code.) amazing history, from the original French baroque style through its near demise. Great insights on a classy Chicago music hall.

Stunningly beautiful theater. If youre in Chicago just for a visit, this is a must see. Attending any show here is worth it just to experience this gorgeous theatre.

Saw Mark Knopfler here and thoroughly enjoyed it. He was awesome of course. I liked the smaller setting, this place holds about 3600. Seat was relatively comfortable and the sound was good. Never got a drink so cant comment on that. Would definitely see another show here. No real bad seats in the houses.

One of the many great venues in Chicago. I have seen stand up comics and full bands at this venue and the experience is always great. The architecture alone makes this one of the best in Chicago, but the sound is always spot on and there is not a bad seat in the house. It is large enough to draw bigger names to the venue, but somehow always feels intimate.

Had a great experience seeing Red Velvet here at their second concert in Chicago at none other than the iconic Chicago Theatre. The venue had a quick and easy security check as well as kind associates to assist in finding your seat. Was really great.

This must be a mandatory stop, it is really worth taking this tour. Its amazing.

The Chicago Theatre is the most beautiful theater that Ive been. I visited the venue to see Madonna in her tour called Madame X, I have to say it was a perfect place for a perfect night +

I freaking love this theater! I saw Joey Diaz here a few months ago and it was my first time ever being inside the theater. Definitely one of the most aesthetically pleasing buildings Ive ever seen on the inside. The snacks and bar were a tiny bit overpriced but thats to be expected in Chicago especially at such a well-known venue. And honestly it was well worth it.

I recently saw Beautiful at the The Chicago Theatre in Hollywood. It was a wonderful venue and the seats were good. The production was great with fantastic actors and dancers.

Cool place seen Madonna MadameX tour

Beautiful theater! The staff there is very friendly and helpful.

Beautiful old theater and great old time architecture. Outstanding acoustics. Every seat has a great view of the stage. A+++

Had a Blast seeing Jerry Seinfeld! Eventhough the show was sold out, staff worked quickly to get us in the doors. Bought a few drinks before the show and the lines moved quickly. We sat in section 1 and had great visibility to the stage. Great experience!

Loved the theater as a whole and the seats were amazing and loved me some Daniel Tosh

Saw Elvis Costello here a few weeks ago and attended an XRT Holiday Show here a while back. The venue is awesome! Beyond all the history, the place has great acoustics and has a wonderful atmosphere. The lines to get in can be annoying because regular State Street walking traffic doesnt stop and the mens bathrooms in the upper balconies are hard to come by. Otherwise, excellent venue! A concert at the Chicago Theatre is always one worth going to!

Great place for music. Some seats are better but every seat gets you great sound. I hope to be back soon.

Great renovated theater with superb acoustics. Lavish intricate details. You dont see this nice detail and ornateness in nyc.

Exlent experience, a must go in Chicago, it has a very nice architecture.

The show was great. The theater needs a little cleaning

Nice size theatre, not huge like some in Chicago. You are closer to the stage. **Very nice security staff, my husband’s wedding ring fell off during the show, and we didn’t realize until later (after they closed). The next morning the security staff took the time to search right under our seats, and they found it!! ️

What an amazing and historic venue in downtown Chicago. The acoustics here are amazing for concerts, always on the lookout for shows to attend.

Awsome theater! Has great shows and staff!! Only down side is lines to wait to get in the show!

The Chicago Theatre is the most beautiful theatre Ive ever visited. The staff was extremely professional and polite and the snacks were shockingly reasonably priced. Also, for an older location the effects for the show were remarkable. No better place to see an artistic event in Chicago and maybe the entire Midwest

Quality theater! Line moved quickly and staff were helpful. Theater itself was visually and acoustically pleasing. Parking is expensive but it is Chicago.

The Chicago Theatre is iconic. Beautiful architecture, plentiful seating, and a fair number of bars on each floor. I’ve been here 10-15 times and always had a wonderful experience, whether for a concert or a standup performance. The lines for the bar can get a bit long, but just grab two drinks at once and you’ll be set.

Probably my favorite venue in the city. Not a bad seat in the house. AAA productions. An all around amazing place to see a show.

Really Impressive. Beautiful theatre. Make sure to catch the tours at 12.

Excellent venue for a show. Visited to see Diana Ross in concert, great place.

So beautiful, the best part about my trip to Chicago, a nice small theater with great acoustics. I look forward to the next show I see here. You can also eat, and drink alcohol here too.

Beautiful venue. Going through security was a breeze. The concessions are pricey, but thats par for the course.

Beautiful! Closed now

A must see if you havent been here. The building has beautiful architecture. The concert i attended was amazing, Love this place!!

Probably my number one greatest place in the world Ive had the chance to work & be part of. Had the opportunity to be part of the iconic venue & be around the greatest people that make if feel like a team & most importantly like a family. Being at the legendary Chicago Theatre was never a job but definitely a blessing for the many years I was able to experience & spend at the theatre yet alone just to be part of the historic Chicago Theatre in the heart of down town on state street.. . Thank you to the Madison Square Garden Company for all the great years.

Went to see Sinbad! Great show! Beautiful theatre! Concession stand prices were what youd expect. They had security and metal detectors at the doors. So safety was a huge factor. Dont bring large bags.

Beautiful venue. Really great place to catch a show. Pretty strict entry policy so be ready for that