Theaters in Chicago

Browse Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses in Chicago.

Updated: August 28, 2026

31 Theatres

Chicago has 1,228 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: August 28, 2026 at Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago. Tickets start at $39, averaging $94. Updated August 28, 2026.

The most complete guide to live theaters in Chicago for 2026–2027.

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Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses hosting Broadway, musicals, plays, and live performances across Chicago.

#	Theatre	Upcoming Events	Next Event
1	Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago Capacity: 450 \| Chicago	108	Vape! The Grease Parody Aug28,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
2	Lifeline Theatre Chicago	104	A Wrinkle in Time Sep11,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
3	Lyric Opera House - IL Capacity: 3,563 \| Chicago	102	Lyric Opera of Chicago: Don Giovanni Oct10,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
4	CIBC Theatre Capacity: 1,800 \| Chicago	99	Operation Mincemeat Sep29,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
5	Cadillac Palace Capacity: 2,344 \| Chicago	97	The Book Of Mormon Oct23,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
6	Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre Capacity: 467 \| Chicago	82	The Attic Sep05,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
7	City Lit Theater Company Chicago	75	Shane - The Play Aug30,20263:00 PM	View Tickets
8	Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place Capacity: 549 \| Chicago	64	Jekyll & Hyde Sep08,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
9	Courtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre Chicago	64	The Winter's Tale Oct13,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
10	Black Ensemble Theater Chicago	50	You Can't Fake the Funk Sep05,20267:00 PM	View Tickets

All Theaters in Chicago

Find theaters by location, venue type, capacity, neighborhood, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and live performance schedules.

Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 82

Next Event: Sep 05, 2026

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Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 108

Next Event: Aug 28, 2026

Next Event: Nov 21, 2026

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Auditorium Theatre - IL

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 13

Next Event: Oct 17, 2026

Next Event: Aug 28, 2026

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Black Ensemble Theater

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 50

Next Event: Sep 05, 2026

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Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 64

Next Event: Sep 08, 2026

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Cadillac Palace

Chicago, IL

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Events: 97

Next Event: Oct 23, 2026

Next Event: Sep 29, 2026

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City Lit Theater Company

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 75

Next Event: Aug 30, 2026

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Courtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 64

Next Event: Oct 13, 2026

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Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 11

Next Event: Sep 18, 2026

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Ensemble Theater At Steppenwolf Theatre

Chicago, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 7

Next Event: Oct 29, 2026

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Evanston Space

Evanston, IL

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Events: 1

Next Event: Sep 05, 2026

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George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts

Skokie, IL

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 31

Next Event: Aug 28, 2026

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Theaters by Type

🎭 Broadway Theaters

Venues hosting Broadway productions, musicals, and touring shows.

🏛️ Performing Arts Centers

Multi-purpose venues for theater, dance, music, and live entertainment.

🎼 Concert Halls

Classical music, orchestra performances, and special events.

🩰 Ballet Venues

Ballet productions, dance performances, and cultural events.

🎶 Opera Houses

Opera productions, classical performances, and special programs.

🎬 Historic Theaters

Landmark venues hosting live performances and special events.

🎟️ Regional Theaters

Professional productions, touring shows, and local performances.

🎨 Cultural Centers

Theater, music, dance, and community arts programming.

Theater Venue Types

Where Live Performances Take Place

Venue Type	Events
Broadway Theaters	Broadway shows and touring productions
Performing Arts Centers	Theater, dance, music, and cultural events
Concert Halls	Classical music and orchestra performances
Opera Houses	Opera and vocal performances
Ballet Venues	Dance and ballet productions
Regional Theaters	Plays, musicals, and local productions
Historic Theaters	Live entertainment and special events
Cultural Centers	Arts programming and community events

About Theaters

Performing Arts Venues in Chicago

Theaters in Chicago include Broadway venues, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, and cultural institutions. Explore locations throughout the region hosting musicals, plays, dance performances, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live entertainment.

Upcoming Shows at Chicago Venues

See what's on at the venues listed below — Broadway shows, ballet, and live events happening soon across Chicago.

Aug
28
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
Vape! The Grease Parody
Vape! The Grease Parody
Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago • 450 seats
Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago
60614, 2540 N Lincoln Chicago, IL60614, 2540 N Lincoln Chicago, IL, US
From $50Avg. price ~ $94Tickets Available: 459
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Aug
28
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
West Side Story
West Side Story
George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts • 867 seats
George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
60077, 9501 North Skokie Boulevard Skokie, IL60077, 9501 North Skokie Boulevard Skokie, IL, US
From $62Avg. price ~ $146Tickets Available: 352
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Aug
28
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
Ragtime
Ragtime
Beverly Arts Center
Beverly Arts Center
60655, 2407 W. 111th St. Chicago, IL60655, 2407 W. 111th St. Chicago, IL, US
From $64Avg. price ~ $74Tickets Available: 30
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Aug
28
2026
8:00 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
SAW The Musical
SAW The Musical
Heath Mainstage At The Den Theatre • 302 seats
Heath Mainstage At The Den Theatre
60622, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL60622, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL, US
From $160Avg. price ~ $24512 tickets remaining!
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Aug
28
2026
9:00 PM
Fri
MAGIC SHOWS
Best Value
A Random Memory: Magic and Mentalism
A Random Memory: Magic and Mentalism
Stars and Garters Theater
Stars and Garters Theater
60613, 3914 North Clark Street Chicago, IL60613, 3914 North Clark Street Chicago, IL, US
From $39Avg. price ~ $4824 tickets remaining!
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Chicago Theaters FAQ

Common Questions About Theaters

What types of theaters are included?

The directory includes Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, regional theaters, and cultural centers.

Can I see upcoming performances at each venue?

Yes. Theater pages include upcoming shows, performance schedules, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are theaters located only in Chicago?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, cultural districts, and regional performing arts destinations.

What events take place at performing arts centers?

Performing arts centers may host Broadway shows, plays, ballet, opera, concerts, comedy shows, and special events.

Do theater pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, accessibility information, venue capacity, and ticket options.

Are opera houses and ballet venues included?

Yes. Opera houses, ballet theaters, and dance venues are included when available.

Can I find historic theaters?

Yes. Historic and landmark theaters hosting live performances may be featured.

How often are theater listings updated?

Venue information and performance schedules are updated regularly as new events are announced.