Things to do in Chicago, Illinois (IL): The Best Concerts & Shows

March 16, 2022 Dorsey Hagwood

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 Artistic Home

1376 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-7760 +1 866-811-4111 [email protected] http://www.theartistichome.org/index.html
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

The Artistic Home

2. The House Theatre of Chicago

1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642-3337 +1 773-769-3832 http://thehousetheatre.com
Excellent
82%
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

The House Theatre of Chicago

3. The Den Theatre

1333 N Milwaukee Ave Fl 2, Chicago, IL 60622-9151 +1 773-398-7028 http://www.thedentheatre.com
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74%
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

The Den Theatre

Reviewed By LUchicago

It is worth looking for a parking place to enjoy this unique theater. (Spot Hero is very helpful) We were very surprised by the very comfortable bar and spacious , wide open lounge in the lobby with inviting tables and chairs. The polished wooden floor with beautiful area rugs made the space very welcoming. When we return, we will arrive earlier just to enjoy this beautiful space. The intimate 200 seat theater was a great space for "Always, Patsy Cline"...every seat seemed to have a great view of the stage, and the sound was perfect without being too uncomfortably loud. The presentation was a walk back in time with the haunting voice of Patsy. Such a demanding role was made to look easy by Harmony France as she sang non-stop. She managed to emote the essence of Patsy within the 26 songs (!) with the help of Danni Smith who played her friend. The story moves well through the talent of both women. The Den Theater experience was delightful in every way.

4. The Hypocrites

1329 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-9151 +1 773-525-5991 [email protected] http://www.the-hypocrites.com/
Excellent
72%
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

The Hypocrites

5. Bordel

1721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3213 +1 773-227-8600 [email protected] http://www.bordelchicago.com/
Excellent
33%
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67%
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Bordel

Reviewed By MidwestAlpinist - Chicago, United States

My wife and I met friends for drinks at Bordel and then had dinner at the Black Bull restaurant downstairs afterwards. The atmosphere at Bordel is very cool! The drinks are a bit pricey, as you might expect, but its worth it to experience the speakeasy atmosphere. We did not see a live performance but it was fun just to hang out for a bit before dinner.

6. Chopin Theatre-Death and Harry Houdini

1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60642-3337 +1 773-769-3832 http://thehousetheatre.com/box-office/theatre-information
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39%
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44%
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4.0 based on 18 reviews

Chopin Theatre-Death and Harry Houdini

7. The Last Defender

1543 W Division St Chopin Theatre, Chicago, IL 60642-3337 +1 773-769-3832 http://thehousetheatre.com/playsandevents/lastdefenderseason14
The Last Defender

The Last Defender and Nova to Lodestar are interactive games. Much like escape rooms, these are cooperative games where you, the players, must work together and communicate as a team to succeed. You do this by gathering and sharing information, solving puzzles, and working as a group to make increasingly difficult decisions. The Escapes are in residence at the Chicago Board Game Cafe, a brand-new venue from our friends at Cards Against Humanity., at 1965 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago.

8. Chicago Dramatists

1105 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-5798 +1 312-633-0630 http://www.chicagodramatists.org
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

9. Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret

1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-9151 +1 773-278-1830 http://www.davenportspianobar.com/
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

10. Chicago Center for the Performing Arts

777 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60642-5470 +1 312-733-6000
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

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