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- The Art Institute of Chicago
- The Art Institute of Chicago is one of the world’s premier art museums, and a popular destination for visitors from around the globe. More »
- DuSable Museum of African American History
- DuSable Museum of African American History is an amazing neighbor to the University of Chicago. From the Black Panther Party to Sun Ra to Harold Washington and Barack Obama, Chicago—and particularly Hyde Park—has played a major role in African-American history. More »
- Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
- The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio (1889/1898) served as Wright's private residence and workplace from 1889 to 1909—the first 20 years of his career. Wright used his home… More »
- Frederick C. Robie House
- The Robie House on the University of Chicago campus is considered one of the most important buildings in the history of American architecture. It was created by Frank Lloyd Wright for his client Frederick C. Robie, a forward-thinking businessman. More »
- Hyde Park Art Center
- The Hyde Park Art Center is one of city’s most important arts education and exhibition venues. Located in Hyde Park, HPAC has been an important partner…More »
- Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago
- As one of the nation’s largest multidisciplinary museums devoted to the art of our time, the Museum of Contemporary Art offers exhibitions of the most thought-provoking art…More »
- National Museum of Mexican Art
- Located in the Pilsen neighborhood, just north of the University, the National Museum of Mexican Art is haven to the art of Mexico and has become a valuable partner …More »
- National Vietnam Veterans Museum
- In 1981, a few Vietnam combat veterans created an artistic and historical collection that would become a timeless, humanistic statement of war on behalf of all veterans for future generations. More »
- Oriental Institute
- Quietly nestled on the first floor of one of the University’s venerable gothic research buildings (think Professor Indiana Jones), the Oriental Institute Museum is, in reality, a world-renowned showcase for the history, art, and archaeology of the ancient Near East. More »
- The Renaissance Society
- The Renaissance Society is a contemporary art museum located on the the 4th floor of Cobb Hall on the University of Chicago’s campus. More »
- Smart Museum of Art
- As the fine arts museum of the University of Chicago, the Smart Museum is home to acclaimed special exhibitions and a broad-based collection …More »
- Spertus, Chicago’s Jewish Center of Learning and Culture
- Founded in 1924 as Chicago’s College of Jewish Studies, Spertus today offers an innovative, non-denominational array of specialized and public programming, grounded in Jewish thought, inspired by Jewish values, and resolutely relevant to people’s lives. More »
- About Face Theatre
- About Face Theatre creates exceptional, innovative, and adventurous plays to advance the national dialogue on gender and sexual identity…More »
- American Theater Company
- American Theater Company is an ensemble of artists committed to producing new and classic American stories that ask the question: “What does it mean to be an American?” ATC provides a truly intimate home for the community to experience meaningful stories and fosters a nurturing environment for artists to take risks and create essential work. More »
- Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University
- A National Historic Landmark, the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University offers world class entertainment for a world class city. More »
- Bailiwick Chicago
- Bailiwick Chicago was formed by a group of dedicated actors, directors, and production professionals in September 2009. This group, called the “Collective,” is responsible for developing, implementing, and upholding the artistic mission and vision of the company. More »
- Blue Man Group
- Blue Man Group is a wildly popular entertainment phenomenon currently in an open-ended run at the Briar Street Theatre. More »
- Broadway in Chicago
- Broadway In Chicago is the source for terrific seats to the most exciting shows in Chicago’s bustling Downtown Theater District. On the stages of the Ford Center for the Performing Arts/Oriental Theatre, the Cadillac Palace Theatre, the Bank of America Theatre, the Auditorium Theatre and the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place…More »
- Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs Theater
- The Chicago DCA Theater is an anchor of the downtown theater district, offering audiences off-Loop theater experiences from some of the vibrant emerging companies that call Chicago home. More »
- Chicago Shakespeare Theater
- Recipient of the 2008 Regional Theatre Tony Award, Chicago Shakespeare Theater offers a broad spectrum of theatrical experiences year-round, engaging and entertaining audiences from all walks of life and from around the world. More »
- Collaboraction Theatre Company
- Collaboraction is a Chicago-based arts organization of collaborative theater and experience makers focused on becoming a national leader of contemporary theater. More »
- Court Theatre
- Court Theatre, the professional theatre on the campus of the University of Chicago, is guided by our mission to discover the power of classic theatre. More »
- DCA Theater
- DCA Theater offers downtown audiences a unique opportunity to experience Chicago’s vibrant off-Loop theater scene by providing affordable ticket prices and an innovative look at the many diverse companies that call Chicago home. More »
- eta Creative Arts Foundation
- eta Creative Arts Foundation was incorporated in 1971. it is now recognized as one of Chicago’s leading African American cultural performing arts institutions…More »
- Goodman Theatre
- Goodman Theatre, Chicago's oldest and largest not-for-profit theater, is committed to producing both classic and contemporary works, giving full voice to a wide range of artists…More »
- Greenhouse Theater Center
- Greenhouse Theater Center is home to six of Chicago’s hottest Off-Loop theater companies: Eclipse Theatre Co., Hubris Productions, MPAACT, Organic Theater Company, Remy Bumppo and Theatre Seven of Chicago. More »
- Harris Theater for Music and Dance at Millennium Park
- Anchoring the northeast corner of the new Millennium Park, the Harris Theater for Music and Dance opened in 2003 as the first multi-use performing arts venue to be built in the Chicago downtown area since 1929. More »
- The House Theater of Chicago
- The House was founded in 2001 by a group of friends with the mission of exploring the ideas of Community and Storytelling in order to create a unique theatrical experience. More »
- League of Chicago Theatres
- The League of Chicago Theatres is an alliance of theaters which leverages its collective strength to promote, support and advocate for Chicago’s theater industry locally, nationally and internationally. More »
- Lookingglass Theatre Company
- For more than twenty years, Lookingglass Theatre Company has been redefining the theatrical experience in Chicago, creating new work that is that is physical, aurally rich and visually metaphoric. More »
- New Leaf Theatre
- New Leaf Theatre creates intimate, animate theatrical experiences that renew artist and audience…More »
- The New Colony
- The New Colony strives to contribute original material to the American artistic canon, and develop a new theater going audience. Through active collaboration with emerging artists of all disciplines, The New Colony continually develops fresh perspectives and aesthetics. More »
- Piccolo Theatre
- The Piccolo Theatre is a professional ensemble based company committed to presenting contemporary and classic comedic works by such authors as Molière, Goldoni, Shakespeare, Tom Stoppard, and Dario Fo, as well as developing original Piccolo comedies. More »
- The Plagiarists
- The Plagiarists is a not-for-profit theater company operating in Chicago and focused on the creation of new works of theater which further the cultural conversation around issues of ownership…More »
- The Second City
- With modest beginnings on the University of Chicago campus, The Second City has established itself as a Chicago landmark and a national treasure offering the best in Chicago comedy every night of the week. More »
- Steppenwolf Theatre Company
- World-renowned Steppenwolf Theatre Company is seated at the heart of Lincoln Park conveniently located steps from the North/Clybourn Red Line and #8 Halsted bus. More »
- TimeLine Theatre Company
- Founded in 1997, TimeLine is Chicago’s only theatre company dedicated to presenting plays inspired by history that connect with today’s social and political issues. More »
- Trap Door Theatre
- Trap Door strives to be Chicago’s haven for obscure and rarely produced works, with an emphasis on international—generally European and Eastern European—plays and playwrights. More »
- Victory Gardens Theater
- From its founding in 1974 through the present day, Victory Gardens Theater has dedicated itself to playwrights and their works as well as emphasizing the development of an ethnically and culturally diverse community of artists. More »
- Writers’ Theatre
- Writers’ Theatre was founded in 1992 to explore productions in which the word on the page and the artists that bring the word to life hold primary importance. More »
- Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre
- Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre (CRDT) uniquely fuses contemporary dance, live music and visual art with programs that express the stories of American diversity…More »
- The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago
- The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago is the city's leading presenter of contemporary dance. Experience cutting edge, world class national, international and regional dance artists throughout the year in The Dance Center's state-of-the-art South Loop theater. More »
- Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
- Hubbard Street Dance Chicago celebrates over 30 years as one of the most renowned contemporary dance companies in the world. More »
- The Hyde Park School of Dance
- The Hyde Park School of Dance welcomes students of all ages whether they are interested in dance as a career or for exercise and recreation…More »
- Joel Hall Dancers & Center
- The Joel Hall Dancers & Center offers classes 7 days a week in Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop for all levels of dancers, from beginning to professional…More »
- The Joffrey Ballet
- The Joffrey Ballet is a world-class ballet company committed to artistic excellence and innovation, presenting a unique repertoire encompassing masterpieces of the past and forward-thinking works. More »
- The Lou Conte Dance Studio
- The Lou Conte Dance Studio (LCDS), established by Lou Conte in 1974, offers classes to adults and teens in ballet, jazz, modern, tap, African, Pilates, yoga, Zumba, and hip hop. More »
- Baroque Band
- Baroque Band, Chicago’s period-instrument orchestra, was founded in 2007 by British violinist Garry Clarke and has rapidly established itself as one of the nation’s leading period-instrument orchestras. More »
- Chicago Chamber Musicians
- CCM reaches more than 5,000,000 annually through radio broadcasts, live concerts and school residencies. CCM’s Signature Series concerts feature chamber masterworks and lesser-known gems; Composer Perspectives concerts are curated and hosted by today’s leading composers; and Sounds and Spaces concerts are performed at architecturally interesting venues coupled with a unique chamber music program…More »
- Chicago Chorale
- Chicago Chorale performs repertoire from the sixteenth century to the present day, from well-loved choral works to overlooked masterpieces…More »
- Chicago Opera Theater
- Founded in 1974, Chicago Opera Theater (COT) has carved a significant place for itself in the operatic life of Chicago and has reached an audience of hundreds of thousands through its mainstage performances, community engagement, education programs in Chicago Public Schools, as well as its renowned Young Artist Program. More »
- Chicago Sinfonietta
- The Chicago Sinfonietta presents innovative orchestral concerts that mix a reverence for classical repertoire with cross-genre and multicultural collaborations. More »
- Chicago Symphony Orchestra
- Founded in 1891, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra is consistently hailed as one of the greatest orchestras in the world. More »
- Fulcrum Point
- Fulcrum Point New Music Project is a contemporary/new art music ensemble led by acclaimed musician, conductor, and music educator Stephen Burns. The mission of the Fulcrum Point New Music Project is to be a Chicago leader of diverse new music; presenting multi-media performances, generating educational programs, and commissioning innovative works. More »
- Lyric Opera of Chicago
- Lyric Opera of Chicago, founded in 1954, is one of the world’s greatest opera companies. It is renowned internationally for its artistic excellence. More »
- University of Chicago Presents
- Founded in 1943, University of Chicago Presents brings world-renowned classical, contemporary and jazz artists to Chicago audiences. More »
- Gene Siskel Film Center
- Renamed in honor of the late film critic in 2000, the Gene Siskel Film Center presents approximately 1,500 screenings and 100 guest artist appearances a year to over 65,000 film enthusiasts…More »
- Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF)
- The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design. More »
- The Neighborhood Writing Alliance
- The Neighborhood Writing Alliance publishes the Journal of Ordinary Thought, a quarterly journal that contains writers' reflections on their personal histories…More »
- Poetry Foundation
- The Poetry Foundation, publisher of Poetry magazine, is an independent literary organization committed to a vigorous presence for poetry in our culture. It exists to discover and celebrate the best poetry and to place it before the largest possible audience.
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