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Classic and quirky theatre
The story is now told so often it's nearly local folklore--Gary Sinise, John Malkovich and friends...
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The story is now told so often it's nearly local folklore--Gary Sinise, John Malkovich and friends started this world-class theatre in a church basement over 30 yrs. ago. It now hosts some of the finest productions in the country, indeed the world as some shows have toured overseas. The famous faces come back often--John Mahoney, Gary Sinise, Laurie Metcalfe, Martha Plimpton, John Malkovich and many others. Located on a lovely strip of Halsted St., where you can dine and shop before the show. As with any theatre, some of the shows beg the question 'What are we looking at?' Trust me it's a good sign: a well established theatre not afraid to keep experimenting.
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Amazing Dance Instructors
This studio is an extension of Hubbard Street Dance Company. Some of the instructors are past or...
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This studio is an extension of Hubbard Street Dance Company. Some of the instructors are past or current members of the company.
The classes go from ballet to hip hop and everything in between. Instructors are very knowledgeable and fun. My daughter and I both love it and don't mind the drive into the city to get there.
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Blue Man Group
I saw this a long time ago, but it was so much fun. There was a part in the performance where they...
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I saw this a long time ago, but it was so much fun. There was a part in the performance where they had everyone throwing toilet paper. Yes, this is a strange show. One of the problems with this place is that it is in the center of Lakview, which means that the parking is terrible. They only have a small parking lot, and the theater can seat a lot of people. There is a parking garage a block away next to the multiplex. Anyone in the area will be able to direct you.
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Neo-Futurarium
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Theater
5153 N Ashland Ave
Chicago,
Illinois
(773) 275-5255
A Must-See in Chicago
The performers here put an a really unique show. You know this is a special place from the moment...
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The performers here put an a really unique show. You know this is a special place from the moment you're let in. The cost of admission is $7 plus the roll of a die. You're let into their little apartment to sit in a little waiting room while they prepare not knowing what to expect. They collect your tokens and have you roll your die. Make sure you get here early as the place can sell out pretty fast. They perform a variety of "plays" but their staple is "Too Much Light Makes a Baby Go Blind" - which in reality, is a collection of 30 two-minute fast paced sketches, plays, and monologues all democratically determined by shouts from the crowd. Most skits will make you laugh out loud but a few are serious and will make you think. This is a very unique theatre experience that I would highly recommend to anyone. The best part about this place is that the sketches are always changed as is the order of the sketches. Each performance determines how many new skits the performers have to come up with their upcoming show so there will always be several "world-premieres." Another great bonus is that if their show sells out for the night - they will order pizza for the house to enjoy! Great times will be had!
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Modern dance
We came here to see a modern dance performance and the dancers were GREAT. We were very impressed...
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We came here to see a modern dance performance and the dancers were GREAT. We were very impressed with their skills. It was pretty modern though, and a little strange. Still, we tried to enjoy it. The facility is very nice, recently built with a little coffee area to chill in during intermission. Came here with my girlfriend/now wife on one of our first dates. :>)
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Second City
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Theater
16160N Wells
Chicago,
Illinois
(312) 337-3992
Second (to none) City!
The Chicago entertainment scene is SO not complete without checking out this live comedy sketch...
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The Chicago entertainment scene is SO not complete without checking out this live comedy sketch club! Lorne Michaels from Saturday Night Live comes here to find new talent. There is free improv taken from suggestions from the audience, as well as themed sketches on the events of the day, such as an election or 9/11. I really helps to keep an open mind, not for the easily offended, but it can appeal to a diverse crowd.
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Neo-Futurists
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Theater Ticket Agencies
5153 N Ashland Ave
Chicago,
Illinois
(773) 878-4557
60 skits in 60 minutes
I really enjoy have to roll a die to determine how much it costs to get in to the show! If they...
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I really enjoy have to roll a die to determine how much it costs to get in to the show! If they sell out, they'll order pizza and pass it out during the show. They try to do 60 skits in 60 minutes, and if they run out of time, they WILL NOT do the rest. So its fun as kind of a one time thing-bring friends from out of town...
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Goodman Theatre
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Theater
170 Dearborn
Chicago,
Illinois
(312) 443-3800
A Chicago institution
I always loved Goodman's old theatre off Columbus Avenue behind the Art Institute--great talent,...
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I always loved Goodman's old theatre off Columbus Avenue behind the Art Institute--great talent, set apart from all the others. But it's new digs on Dearborn in what is now Chicago's official 'theatre district' houses 2 fabulous theatres, and who wants to walk 6 blocks after dinner anyway? Local talent, Broadway plays, a traditional 'Christmas Carol' (and a new one with a gospel-influenced theme) all put a great face on theatre in Chicago! Check Hottix for same day discounted tix if your budget is tight.
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U S Cellular
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Cellular & Mobile Telephone Service
333 W 35th St
Chicago,
Illinois
(773) 924-3798
So Sad
For a south sider to call this stadium US Cellular Field instead of Sox Park must be very...
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For a south sider to call this stadium US Cellular Field instead of Sox Park must be very difficult. The day for the north sider has come. I must admit that even I, a north sider, am kind of sad about some of the new changes. It even feels as if the brats don't taste as good. It must be psychological. I can't stand the seating up on top. It makes you feel like you are going to fall right over onto the field. A fight broke out behind me last time that I sat up there, and I thought that someone was really going to get hurt because of how steep it is. Word to those looking for a seat... get something on the lower deck.
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Beautiful Theater
I took my girlfriend to see Romeo and Juliet at the Shakespeare Theater and it was awesome. It's a...
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I took my girlfriend to see Romeo and Juliet at the Shakespeare Theater and it was awesome. It's a new theater only built in 1999 but everything is beautifully designed and the setting was perfect. They also have a dining area and the theater was run in top notch fashion the day we went to see the musical. The staff was friendly and courteous. The lobby area overseas Lake Michigan so plan on coming early just for the ambience. Come early too to beat the traffic and parking.
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