The Riviera Theater

4746 N Racine Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60640 USA

Reasonable

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible

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“Chicago's Past and Present”

Located in Chicago’s historic Uptown theater district, at the intersection of Racine, Broadway and Lawrence the Riviera Theatre is a central part of the Chicago’s past and present. Completed in 1917 by architects George and C.W. Rapp (Rapp & Rapp), it was built as a movie theater for the Balaban & Katz chain. Transformed into a private nightclub in 1986, the Riviera Theatre is now one of Chicago’s premier concert and special events venues. The Riviera has hosted many of the world’s greatest performers and entertainers throughout the years and is also available for private functions. Its grand design and beauty make it a perfect location for a variety of corporate events.

Reviewed by
Ryan C.

November 11, 2023

Great staff, nice bar, for an old venue well maintained. Good place for a show. Not a bad seat in the house. Read more

Reviewed by
Ari L.

January 02, 2023

The bathrooms are absolutely repulsive. Put a little bit of money into the place for crying out loud. It's fun to see a show there but god help you if you have to go to the can. Pro Tip: grab... Read more

Reviewed by
Heidi H.

September 25, 2023

What a cool venue. They let us in a little early, which was great due to the rainstorm. Exiting was a little slow as everyone stopped under the covered area right outside the door Read more

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