Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier
- Neighborhood: Streeterville
- 800 E. Grand Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60611
- 312-595-5600
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Under Barbara Gaines' inspired guidance, Chicago Shakespeare Theater has staged what are arguably the finest Shakespeare productions in town. These offerings, buttressed by state-of-the-art technical design, showcase some of the finest Shakespearean actors in the Midwest. (There are also outreach performances for 60,000 schoolkids.) The facilities on Navy Pier are dazzling, but the heart of everything is the intimate stage. The new setup allows expanded programs such as great books discussion groups, scholarly forums and guest speaker appearances. The English Garden just outside the lobby is a nice addition, too.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Grand and Lake Shore Drive.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot and Valet. Guaranteed on site at 40 percent discount for theatergoers, even when Navy Pier lot signs say "full.". Valet Parking: at adjacent Riva restaurant.
- Public Transportation:
- Free trolley service travels west on Grand to State, south on State to Illinois, east on Illinois to the theater (Details: 312-595-7437). CTA Bus: 29-State, 56-Milwaukee, 65-Grand, 66-Chicago. Brown Line Train: State and Lake station; transfer to 29-State bus. Green Line Train: State and Lake station; transfer to 29-State bus. Orange Line Train: State and Lake station; transfer to 29-State bus.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar. English-style pub.
- Theater Genre:
- Musical and Play
Features
- Features:
- On-site Merchandise. Shakespeare-related books and gift items.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Top-floor Skyline Room can be rented for parties and seminars.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Checks Accepted, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Seating :
- 525-seat, trilevel theater.
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Calendar of Events
Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier
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The Comedy of Errors
5/16/2008 - 7:30 PM -
The Comedy of Errors
5/17/2008 - 3:00 PM | 8:00 PM -
The Comedy of Errors
5/18/2008 - 3:00 PM
