Very good neighborhood theater. Intimate, good bar and very good performances. We enjoyed watching ‘Admissions’
Stage Left puts on great shows!! Politically and socially relevant. See Fisherman Feb 18-Apr 1
Santaland Diaries is a holiday staple!
Don't miss the "indescribably funny" Urlakis & Cusick: Questionable Lullabies! Fridays @ 8 thru Nov 16, '12. The Reader said, “very smart, funny bits [that] push the limits of good taste & then some!” Read more.
Get here early and grab a drink at Coopers across the street. Unbelievable beer selection.
Incredibly slow and infuriating bar service.
The Claymore guys and the Free Improv Show are worth it every week. Support their immense support of the community and check it out.
See teenager of the year. Www.teenageroftheyear.org
Kiss the ring of King Mayor Joe Avella! Tremble in his wake of Feudal lordship. Read more.
Best Indy cinema in the Midwest!
The Music Box plays a mix of independent and foreign films, as well as classic (black and white) movie matinees, and midnight screenings of cult classics. Read more.
For old-time charm and movies that aren't the usual blockbusters, no place beats the Music Box.
One of the best venues in the city (and my first Chicago show when I moved here). Can be hot during the summer, but the quality of acts booked here more than make up for it.
Get there a little early and stake out a spot on the upstairs balcony railing; sure, the floor's more fun, but the view from up top's unparalleled.
Best place to see a show in Chicago
Historic theater (est. over 100 yrs ago!). Intimate, every seat is good. Saw ‘Bunny Bunny Gilda Radner’ & it was excellent! Will follow future shows for sure.
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.
The Addams Family Musical was amazing! Every seat is a great seat.
The omelettes at brunch are fantastic. If you're here for lunch or dinner, I highly recommend the Mac & cheese. You can add whatever you want to it and make it taste amazing. Get funky with it.
Order a Guinness, or two, or more.
The back room's a great size and has the best touring and local indie acts. The front room is where everybody knows your name. Check them out on Facebook - they're always giving away tickets to fans.
Grab a beer, take a seat & get ready for an indescribable experience that you will remember for a long time!
Make sure to arrive by curtain time, or you might become part of the show! Latecomers may find themselves in a spotlight and the subject of a funny song.
In many cases, the Blue Man Group performers are available in the lobby after the show, if you’d like to get your photo taken with them.
Fantastic as a bar, even better as a two-theater aggressive comedy emporium. Come for the Clark Street views and draft brews, stay for the unknown.
Annoyance put itself on the map with its famously distasteful gross-out musical Co-Ed Prison Sluts. Twenty years later, it still cranks out bizarre, unconventional comedy. Read more.
The Annoyance Theater combines improvisation, musical theater and sketch comedy to create a raunchy, hilarious and uncensored environment. Tickets for all shows range from $10 – $20.
Beautiful space. Unique and versatile, a definite asset to the theatre community. I look forward to seeing more shows there.
This is, where Abrhaam Lincoln got shot I think
Good venue for dance. Has a history of dance performance by a range of local companies.
Amazing Show! Makes you want to eat French food all day so make sure you eat before hand of have an amazing restaurant to go to afterwards.
... With Toni Martin
Just cuddle
One of the best venues in town- you either get great shows or the brew and view! Yay!
Old, pretty and a little weird... Meaning this place is awesome. $5 to see all three movies in a night, ok beer on tap, and you can bring in outside food.
Love going to concerts here. You can walk up to the front, place your beer on the stage and dance the night away.
Great atmosphere, very friendly bartenders, fun open mic and other events
Comedy you wont see any place else in the city. Improv, Plays, Sketch, Stand Up...and BYOB Read more.
Ask the bartender Ben to make you a Virgil for you!
best place for dancing. love the DJs here.
Dance, dance!! :)
This venerated dance club housed in Metro’s basement received a makeover in 2006, slicking up the looks significantly and bringing back a vibrant crowd. Read more.
This place is unreal, huge open patio and a great rooftop. Best place to be during a beautiful day
Brisket sliders are amazing!!!!!!! Craft cocktails are all amazing
Great new western themed bar in Wrigleyville. Give 'em a whirl!
Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA