The Chicago Theatre
Chicago: A Historic Hub for Performing Arts
Chicago has long been a center for performing arts in the United States, with the iconic Chicago Theatre at its heart. Located in the city’s Loop area, the theater is a landmark and testament to the artistic brilliance of the 1920s and 1930s. The seven-story building covers nearly half a city block and features a Neo-Baroque exterior designed by the McNulty Brothers, as well as an interior inspired Inspired by nature - Artist Robert Tucker talks about himself and his artist experience in this exclusive article. Inspired by nature The glorious portal of a new year is again upon me. My mind has wondered since the start of 2008 as to which direction my creative self will take. For me a torrent of feelings were released in… by the Second French Empire and the Royal Chapel at Versailles.
Initially known as the Balaban & Katz Chicago Theatre, the venue was opened on October 26th, 1921, by A.J. and Barney Balaban and their partner Sam Katz. With a seating capacity of approximately 3,880, it was hailed as the “Wonder Theatre of the World” and served as a hub for performing
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