Historic Loop Stages and the Midwest's Oldest Hotel

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Mon – Fri, 07:00 – 22:00; Sat, 07:00 – 21:00; Sun, 09:00 – 21:00

410 S Michigan Ave

Start at the Fine Arts Building, an 1885 Michigan Avenue landmark with galleries, historical exhibits, and performance venues including the Studebaker Theater. Look for work tied to puppetry, glassmaking, and specialized restoration as the building shifts from hall to studio. Check hours before visiting.

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17 E Monroe St

Between the theaters, step into the Palmer House at 17 E Monroe St, known as the oldest hotel in the Midwest. Its lavish lobby sets the tone, and the building's history carries into the elevators and hallways. Seven ballrooms and an indoor pool sit alongside on-site dining.

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18 West Monroe St

At 18 West Monroe Street, the CIBC Theatre occupies the 1906 Majestic Theatre, a venue with vaudeville and legendary performers in its history. The ornate Beaux Arts character remains, while the stage hosts major Broadway tours and high-profile Pre-Broadway premieres. The front row of the Dress Circle offers unobstructed views, and restroom capacity is limited.

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151 W. Randolph St.

Finish the Loop sequence at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, a 1926 Orpheum vaudeville venue restored in 1999. George and Cornelius Rapp shaped its interiors with architectural cues from Fontainebleau and Versailles. The restored hall now hosts pre-Broadway tryouts and national tours, while the front-row balcony is noted for its view and sound.