With rose-marbled walls, crystal chandeliers, gold plaster ornamentation and huge mirrors, this theater has the look and atmosphere of a French palace. Indeed, the space -- originally opened in 1926 as a vaudevillian showcase -- was modeled after Versailles. Located next door to the Hotel Allegro (formerly the Bismarck Hotel), the venue is part of the development of a revived Randolph Street theater district. The 2,300-seat theater, with orchestra, dress circle and balcony, was renovated at a cost of $20 million. After the Cadillac division of General Motors purchased naming rights, the Cadillac Palace opened with its inaugural production of "Aida" in November 1999.
Getting There
Cross Streets:
Randolph and LaSalle.
Parking:
Paid Lot and Street Parking Difficult.
Discount parking for theatre patrons at 171 N. Wells St.
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 151-Sheridan, 156-La Salle. Red Line Train: Washington.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes
The Basics
Smoking:
No
Theater Genre:
Musical, Play, Broadway, and Touring Shows
Features
Food:
Concession for drinks, chips, desserts.
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, and Visa
