The National Historic Landmark Auditorium Theatre, which officially opened on December 9, 1889, has been a Chicago institution for 130 years.
Take a historic theatre tour, pose for a picture at a photo booth with an Auditorium Theatre-themed backdrop; sketch and take photos of the theatre; bring the kids for free popcorn and coloring; grab a drink at the bar; and enter a raffle for a chance to win free tickets to a future Auditorium Theatre performance. Photographs, program books, and posters from the theatre’s archives will also be on display.
Attendees who pre-register for the event get one free drink (beer, wine, soda, or water), but no ticket is needed to attend! Limit of two drink tickets per order.
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FEATURING…
- Historic Theatre Tours, led by an expert Auditorium Theatre tour guide
- Self-guided tours, with photo opportunities and scavenger hunt clues to be found along the way
- A photo booth with an Auditorium Theatre backdrop and props
- Coloring and sketching areas
- Raffle to win free tickets to an Auditorium show!
- A birthday toast to the Auditorium @ 6PM with champagne and a special birthday cake created just for the Auditorium by Eli’s Cheesecake!
Event Information
Monday, December 9
Free Historic Theatre Tours: 10:30 AM and noon | Open House: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Daytime tours at 10:30 AM and noon are free. Tickets may be reserved online or by phone at 312.341.2300. Space is limited. The Open House event is free and does not require a ticket. Attendees who pre-register for the event online or by phone at 312.341.2300 receive a free drink (wine, beer, soda, or water).