Civic Opera House

"Civic Opera House AKA Lyric Opera House. Home for Joffery Ballet of Twas the Night Before Christmas. This beautiful early 1900's theater renovation kept the interiors of the Guilded Age. Upon entrance, make sure to check out the Chandeliers adorned with Wrought Iron Theater Masks. The ceilings are restored to the 1920s. Beautifully restored stair cases take you to the first row Center Balcony with views of Guilded panels and Seats. My selection of seats took me by surprise attending other restored Theaters in the Country. Most of which keep original tiny wooden seating, crowding you without consideration of 2000's average of larger attendees. These seats were plush and roomy, with plenty of room for heavy weighted neighbors. The view from the center first row Balcony seats which BTW falls under Theater members as desired seating. Offers central sounds and perfect full stage view from above. Opera Glasses are needed for facial close ups. The interior theater staff was knowledgeable and welcoming. They might want to give a lesson to those entrance staff employees that should have been more stringent on those cutting in the long line awaiting to get in. The Joffery Ballet's rendition of Twas the Night Before Christmas took patrons into the scenes of Chicago's late 1800's. Another Fabulous performance by Joffery with the anticipation of when next to see their Prima Ballerina, who Excelled at her craft! If a lover of restored theaters, this is a must see as is the Chicago Opera House!"

"What a beautiful place to see The Nutcracker Ballet!! My Daughter and I had such a lovely evening attending this time Honored Traditional Ballet. It was Spectacular and the Christmas decor was amazing. Can't wait to see it again next year. Just a Wonderful experience!"

"Beautiful venue and fabulous performance of the Nutcracker with Joffrey Ballet. Added bonus of Christmas carols from the Lake Forest Madrigal Choir. Great afternoon."

"Recently saw "The Flying Dutchman" at the Civic Opera House. Nice production, very classy. Even though I was at the back of the theater, the acoustics of the hall were so good that I could still hear everything clearly. The interior was a little confusing and they could use more signs directing people where to go, but the staff was helpful and made up for it. All in all, a very nice experience."

"Had an amazing time this past weekend, we saw 'Anna Karenina' and were blown away. Now for the venue: this historic auditorium has hosted countless stage productions big and small over the years. There doesn't seem to be a bad seat in the house! Generous offerings available during intermission. And while you wait for whatever show to start, take a stroll around and admire the ornate fixtures that make this place special. I'm sure we will return!"