The Chicago Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

1. The Chicago Theatre

9.4
175 N State St (at E Lake St), Chicago, IL
Theater · The Loop · 100 tips and reviews

Chad B.Chad Budreau: Go to a show and explore the theatre before the performance, skip the $12 guided tour. Great historic theatre.

MichelleMichelle: Check out this beautiful historic theatre! A wonder! Tonites opening act for Neil is too low key for me. But earnest.

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Beautiful theatre!! Definitely go see a concert here. Not a bad seat in the house

Cadillac Palace Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

2. Cadillac Palace Theatre

9.1
151 W Randolph St (at LaSalle St), Chicago, IL
Theater · The Loop · 66 tips and reviews

Marisa S.Marisa Santiago: great theater, a little chilly make sure to bring a sweater!

Michael M.Michael Moors: Great performance of the Lion King. Accousitics are great. We had trouble see through the heads in front of us. The only drawback but it was annoying. Of course I would go again great theatre.

Shannon L.Shannon Lindell: Beautiful theatre. Courteous yet firm staff. Aladdin was colorful and dazzling.

James M. Nederlander Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

3. James M. Nederlander Theatre

9.2
24 W Randolph St (btwn State St & Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Theater · The Loop · 74 tips and reviews

Buzz EvolutionBuzz Evolution: Check out the Oriental Theatre's page (http://www.broadwayinchicago.com/theatreinfo_tours.php) for info on theatre tours at 11 AM every Saturday, $10 (plus ticket fees.) Worth the tours.

Dana T.Dana Tedesco: The Oriental Theatre is AMAZINGLY beautiful with fabulous ornate decor. Pay attention to the intricate details all around you!

Jennifer J.Jennifer J: Beautiful Theater. At Once, get here when the doors open and have a drink on the stage. They also repeat this at intermission.

Auditorium Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

4. Auditorium Theatre

9.2
50 E Congress Pkwy (Roosevelt University), Chicago, IL
Theater · The Loop · 70 tips and reviews

Peter aka Nomi F.Peter aka Nomi F: This theatre is a true gem. The acoustics are perfect and has a bigger stage than the Shubert or Chicago Theatres.

Ganula B.Ganula Borgilchuluun: The great venue with spectacular interiors, tons of international and local famous ballet companies perform their best at this theatre. All around the year, you are able to see a great performances.

David H.David Heiser: Incredible interior. Probably the most beautiful theater in Chicago.

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

5. Steppenwolf Theatre Company

9.4
1650 N Halsted St (btwn Willow St & North Ave), Chicago, IL
Theater · North Side · 40 tips and reviews

Jay G.Jay Geneske: use to work here. best theater in town. raw, passionate talent.

Lenny G.Lenny Gallo: The ensemble is always amazing. I love everything about this theatre.

Klaudia K.Klaudia Klonowicz: I love this theatre, it is amazing. Passionate to see how actors play, enjoyed a lot.

Goodman Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

6. Goodman Theatre

8.8
170 N Dearborn St (at Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Theater · The Loop · 60 tips and reviews

Kevin T.Kevin Tindell: Great theatre. Inclusive in every way.

Sophie O.Sophie Olson: Great theater! Loved the. Jungle book

Kevin D.Kevin Dulin: Very nice and modern intimate theatre. Very fairly priced concessions. Brigadoon was a very good play.

Victory Gardens Biograph Theater is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

7. Victory Gardens Biograph Theater

8.6
2433 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Theater · North Side · 14 tips and reviews

SPINSPIN: Pete Wentz calls this his favorite movie theater because it's quirky and different with a little bit of a history. Bank robber John Dillinger was killed here by the FBI in 1934.

Casey V.Casey Vickers: The American Blues Theater does great shows at this location, including RIPPED: The Living Newspaper

Samantha A.Samantha A.: Get there at least 10 mins early, grab a drink at their bar, and don't be the last in line to get in the theater. It's an intimate auditorium and usually open seating!

CIBC Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

8. CIBC Theatre

8.8
18 W Monroe St (btwn S State St & S Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Theater · The Loop · 33 tips and reviews

PJ W.PJ Walker: Really no bad seats in this theater

John H.John Hankus: Decent theater in Chicago. If you are sitting in balcony, go down one level to the mezzanine for the biggest bathrooms with smallest lines.

Sean M.Sean Maccarone-Reed: Book of Mormon is the perfect show for this smaller theater. Very homie and eloquent.

The Den Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

9. The Den Theatre

8.8
1333 N Milwaukee Ave (at Paulina), Chicago, IL
Theater · Wicker Park · 20 tips and reviews

George S.George Stowell: Cozy theater space!

David W.David Weathersby: Cool theatre on the north side. Nice variety of performances

Melissa S.Melissa Schlesinger: Good coffee, friendly staff, quality shows, theatre people, comfy lounge area: what else do you want?

Theater Wit is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

10. Theater Wit

8.2
1229 W Belmont Ave (btwn N Lakewood Ave & N Racine Ave), Chicago, IL
Performing Arts Venue · Lakeview · 16 tips and reviews

Joseph W.Joseph White: New Millennium Theatre Co. Rulez!!!

Social N.Social News Network: Great selection of drinks--sodas, beers, coffee--that you can take in to the theater. Nice intimate space to see plays. Chairs are very squeaky, though.

BigTab R.BigTab R.N.: They have free WiFi, which you'll need because it's difficult to get a signal inside the theatre spaces.

Lookingglass Theatre Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

11. Lookingglass Theatre Company

8.6
821 N Michigan Ave (at Pearson), Chicago, IL
Theater · Streeterville · 17 tips and reviews

Tony H.Tony Hernandez: It's the best theatre in Chicago!!!

Shannon B.Shannon B.: Best theatre in town for new works! Inventive, innovative & imaginative

Scott S.Scott Silberstein: Come check out a show and see what "theater without a net" means!

Stage 773 is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

12. Stage 773

7.9
1225 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
Performing Arts Venue · Lakeview · 27 tips and reviews

Shelly B.Shelly Burke: Formerly Theatre Building Chicago

Philly Improv TheaterPhilly Improv Theater: Beautiful new space(s) for theater. Be sure to check their calendar for Jimmy Carrane's Improv Nerd podcast tapings.

Alysha B.Alysha Balog: Great shows and real asset to the theatre community.

Adler Planetarium is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

13. Adler Planetarium

8.7
1300 S Lake Shore Dr (at Solidarity Dr), Chicago, IL
Planetarium · Museum Campus · 174 tips and reviews

Sarah R.Sarah Rodeghero: Listen to the presentations available & ask questions for a fun & highly educational learning experience. Don't miss the grainger sky theater either!!

Erik R.Erik Rowley: Fascinating displays of the universe, look for the interactive display walls just past the admission room. Well worth catching a show at the Grainger Theater!

Alexander V.Alexander Vargas: Fantastic the theater !!!

Mercury Theater Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

14. Mercury Theater Chicago

8.3
3745 N Southport Ave (Grace), Chicago, IL
Theater · Lakeview · 9 tips and reviews

Andrew K.Andrew Kasprzycki: Don't wait at the bar outside the theater. Walk thru to Cullens and grab drinks without waiting to bring in the theater.

RachelRachel: Lovely local theatre!

C R.C Rey: Intimate live theater in the "sophisticated" Southport Corridor. Saw the Christmas Schooner and would recommend to anyone looking for a holiday classic. No concessions but lots of options close by.

Broadway Playhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Theaters in Chicago.

15. Broadway Playhouse

8.8
175 E Chestnut St (btwn Mies van der Rohe Way & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Performing Arts Venue · Streeterville · 13 tips and reviews

GFour P.GFour Productions: Motherhood the Musical is playing at the Royal George Theatre... Use code OTB5 for $5 off all shows

Lucy T.Lucy Trevino: They have the best wheelchair accessible seats! Better than the Cadillac Palace, Oriental Theater, or Chicago Theater.

Hannah A.Hannah Alkadi: We saw Stomp here. Nice and intimate theater.