10 Performances in Downtown / The Loop That You Shouldn't Miss

March 22, 2022 Marissa Gamble

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 Magic Parlour

Palmer House Hilton 17 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603 +1 312-300-6803 [email protected] http://themagicparlourchicago.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 545 reviews

The Magic Parlour

The Magic Parlour starring Dennis Watkins is an intimate evening of classic magic and mind-reading performance with this 3rd generation magician presented weekly by The House Theatre of Chicago in the historic Palmer House Hilton Hotel.

Reviewed By M1888ZR - Michigan, United States

The Magic Parlour with Dennis Watkins was a wonderfully magical evening. Our party ranged from 22-75 and everyone had a fantastic time. The up close and intimate setting is what really sets this show apart from others. Dennis is a fabulous magician and entertainer!

2. Jay Pritzker Pavilion

Millennium Park, Chicago, IL +1 312-742-1412 http://www.jaypritzkerpavilion.com
Excellent
79%
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5.0 based on 463 reviews

Jay Pritzker Pavilion

Reviewed By CaptTrouble - Hudson, United States

My husband and I walked around this pavilion while visiting Millennium Park. Designed by Frank Gehry, who also designed the Weismann Art Museum in Minneapolis and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, this concert venue seats 11,000 people (4,000 fixed and 7,000 lawn). It opened July 16, 2004. It is very large and airy, which would be good for summer concerts as it can get really hot in Chicago in the summer.

3. The Magic Penthouse

505 N State St Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago, Chicago, IL 60654 +1 773-706-1780 [email protected] http://www.magicpenthouse.com
Excellent
97%
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5.0 based on 146 reviews

The Magic Penthouse

Imagine sitting on a rooftop, in the heart of downtown Chicago, with your favorite drink in hand, listening to live music, enjoying delicious food and awesome company, all while watching the most impossible magic. Each month we handpick 4 of the best magicians around to showcase their unique approaches to magic, in a fun and lively party setting...it's one event NOT to miss!!

Reviewed By sdgoldstein

We visited The Magic Penthouse a while ago and loved every minute of the mind blowing experience. We then hired Sin to work at a fundraiser that we hosted and he was incredible working in the crowd and speaking in front of 350+ people. Go highly recommend!

4. Hamilton

18 W Monroe St CIBC Theatre, Chicago, IL 60603-2400 +1 800-775-2000 [email protected] http://www.hamiltonbroadway.com/chicago.php
Excellent
89%
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5.0 based on 407 reviews

Hamilton

Reviewed By craigc409 - Bend, United States

Caught Hamilton at the CIBC Theater in the city. Great cast and musical score. Found out it was playing there and couldn't pass it up. Concierge at the hotel located our tickets on the main floor orchestra section for $105 each. Well worth it.

5. Drunk Shakespeare

182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601-3624 +1 914-713-7865 [email protected] http://www.drunkshakespeare.com
Excellent
94%
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5.0 based on 116 reviews

Drunk Shakespeare

"The best thing to ever happen to the theater" Slate Magazine "A live action Drunk History" TimeOut Magazine "Zany, rowdy and debaucherous" New York Times. One actor has 5 shots of whiskey and then attempts to perform in a Shakespeare play. There is a hidden library at 182 N Wabash Ave with over 10,000 books. Running Time: 90 minutes. Food & drink available. 21+ only. Photo ID required.

Reviewed By 366kg - Chicago, United States

Shakespeare and Chicago Improv, I’m in heaven. Shout out to a hard working and talented cast. They have No fear. Small and intimate space. No bad seats. Easy to get to Loop location. Drinking highly encouraged.

6. Showplace Icon at Roosevelt

1011 S Delano Ct E, Chicago, IL 60605-3452 http://showplaceicon.com/showtimes.aspx
Excellent
46%
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 13 reviews

Showplace Icon at Roosevelt

7. The Book of Mormon

Bank of America Theater 18 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL +1 813-229-7827 http://www.ticketmaster.com/The-Book-of-Mormon-Chicago-tickets/artist/1643084
Excellent
61%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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4.0 based on 133 reviews

The Book of Mormon

8. HotHouse

31 E Balbo Ave, Chicago, IL 60605-2121 +1 312-362-9707
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

9. Johnny Boys Graduation

111 W van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60605-1008 http://www.johnnyboysgraduation.com
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

10. Music of the Baroque

111 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60602-1903 +1 312-551-1415
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

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