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Things to do in Chicago, Illinois (IL): The Best Concerts & Shows
The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
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1. The Dance Center-Columbia College Chicago
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Its Dance Center -- the hub of Chicago's modern dance milieu -- features an intimate "black box" 275-seat performance space with stadium seating and marvelous sight lines.
2. Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 625 reviews
Recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award, Chicago Shakespeare Theater offers a broad spectrum of theatrical experiences year-round, engaging and entertaining audiences from all walks of life and from around the world.
Reviewed By Sachin0408 - Pune, India
I was in Chicago for 4 days and I was right there at Downtown. I visited the Navy Pier twice and I am not sure how I missed the Shakespeare Theater. I feel really sad now that I am back. Navy Pier was the highlight of my trip and I just loved that place. Lake Michigan was so alluring and enticing each time I visited. But as they say, there's always a next time. I am sure I will catch up with the Shakespeare Theater next time.
3. Lookingglass Theatre Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 462 reviews
The Lookingglass Theatre Company seeks to redefine the limits of theatrical experience and to make theatre exhilarating, inspirational, and accessible to all.Through theatre, which invites, even demands, interaction with its audience, the company's goal is to fire the imagination with love, to celebrate the human capacity to taste and smell, weep and laugh, create and destroy, and wake up where we first fell --- changed, charged and empowered.
Reviewed By 121doug - Valparaiso, United States
The Lookingglass Theatre's performance of the Steadfast Tin Solider is simply delightful and recommended for all. The acting troupe brings to life a wonderful story through the true art of acting and storytelling. Adults and children alike will love this performance.
4. Lyric Opera of Chicago
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 461 reviews
Grand spectacle. The finest singers of our time. And immortal music performed by Lyric's internationally celebrated orchestra and chorus.
Reviewed By shellymR6740XN
Beautiful building & decor. Madame Butterfly was spellbinding. Recommend the pre- order for intermission refreshments. We were able to enjoy a leisurely glass of wine without waiting in line with this service. Was worried about what to wear but there was a wide range of fashion so just go & enjoy.
5. Chase Auditorium
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By ChristieV18 - Normal, United States
Tickets for this weekly show are best bought online to attend this fabulous evening of fun. The auditorium and its environs are very attractive and comfortable.
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7. Teatro Zinzanni
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By Rich933 - Chicago, United States
An outstanding show! Slightly expensive but well worth the cost! From amazing acrobatics to comedy to literal music to your hears- it’s a party for all your senses!! Highly recommended!!
8. The Chicago Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 789 reviews
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.
Reviewed By TravelingMom8066 - Lake of the Ozarks, United States
Our family of 5 toured the theater and all were quite impressed for different reasons! My husband marveled at the architecture, two kids have stage experience and being able to walk on stage was amazing. Another in our group was intrigued with the history. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and spoke with a stage voice that was impressive. Highly recommend the tour.
