Chicago Official Visitors Guide 2008-2009 - (Page 67) University The national landmark Auditorium Theatre, built in 1889 by Adler and Sullivan, is a major center for the performing arts. ATRU brings the finest in international cultural and community programming to Chicago. Call for a current schedule of events. 50 E. Congress Pkwy., 312-922-2110, www.auditoriumtheatre.org (Events) • 10/15–10/26: Joffrey Ballet – Fall Repertory • 11/1–11/9: Margaret Garner • 12/12–12/14: Too Hot to Handel – The Jazz Gospel Messiah • 12/18–12/28: Joffrey Ballet – The Nutcracker • 2/7/09–2/8/09: Batsheva Dance Company • 1/6/09–1/18/09: Grease • 1/20/09–2/1/09: Monty Python’s Spamalot Blue Man Group An audience-interactive multimedia performance piece unlike anything you’ve ever witnessed. Open run. 3133 N. Halsted St., 773-348-4000, www.blueman.com Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt Place This elegant new venue features an intimate 549-seat theater and spacious lobby and presents musicals year-round. Dinner/ show packages and convenient discount parking are available. Tues.–Sun. Evening shows and Wed., Sat. & Sun. matinees. 175 E. Chestnut St., 312-642-2000, www.drurylanewatertower.com (Events) • 9/10–11/2: Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story • 11/12–1/4/09: Meet Me In St. Louis • 1/16/09–3/29/09: Xanadu Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Excalibur Nightclub Supernatural Chicago — Neil Tobin, Necromancer personally engages you in Chicago’s paranormal history via magic and “psychic experiments that put Jedi mind tricks to shame,” (Red Eye). “Intriguing,” (Chicago Tribune). Fridays at 7:30pm. (Other dates available for groups or events). 632 N. Dearborn Pkwy., 312-337-3836, www.excaliburchicago.com/catering HCH-321-1809-3.79x6.7x 8/27/08 5:05 PM Page 1 Broadway in Chicago For tickets, call 312-902-1400. For group tickets, call 312-977-1710. Located in the heart of the downtown theatre district, our theaters present the best in pre-Broadway and touring Broadway musicals, plays and dance. Call for schedules or check our Web site. 17 N. State St., 312-977-1701, www.broadwayinchicago.com (Events) • Open Run: Jersey Boys (Bank of America Theatre, 18 W. Monroe St.) • Through 1/25/09: Wicked (Ford Center for the Performing Arts, Oriental Theatre, 24 W. Randolph St.) • 9/28/08-11/8/08: Dirty Dancing (Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph St.) The Chicago Theatre With its landmark six-story marquee and 1920s splendor, this legendary theater in Chicago’s Loop is convenient to hotels and parking. Featuring outstanding theatrical productions, concerts and entertainment events throughout the year, as well as weekly tours. 175 N. State St., 312-462-6300, thechicagotheatre.com Where entertainment knows no boundsSM Visit a spectacular new destination. With over 100 tables, more than 3,200 slots, and the Midwest’s largest poker room. Incredible nightlife at The VenueSM, Chicago’s premier entertainment center. And big occasions become even bigger when you let The Venue cater and host your next event. Just take our frequent shuttles from the Hyatt Regency Chicago and McCormick Place. smash season. Two teams of comedians compete in improvisational sketches based on audience suggestions. Shows available any day, any time. All ages, perfect for groups. Public shows Thurs.–Sun. Open run: ComedySportz (Thurs. at 8pm; Fri. & Sat. at 8pm & 10pm) ; The Hot Karl (Sat. at midnight). 929 W. Belmont Ave., 773-549-8080, www.comedysportzchicago.com ComedySportz Theatre Now in its 20th DCA Theater DCA Theater offers downtown audiences the best opportunity to experience Chicago’s vibrant off-Loop theater scene with an exciting look at the many diverse companies that call Chicago home. 78 E. Washington St., 312-744-8497, www.dcatheater.org Just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago www.entertainmentathorseshoe.com Must be 21 years or older to gamble. Know When to Stop Before You Start®. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. ©2008, Harrah’s License Company, LLC. pg For a personalized tour contact the Chicago Greeter Program: 312-744-8000, www.chicagogreeter.com ¶ 67 http://www.horseshoe.com http://www.chicagogreeter.com
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