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Lisa Nihiser
Lisa Nihiser
Manager

Black-owned, Hispanic or Latinx-owned

We speak English

Chicago Theater Works is a family-owned wedding venue located in Chicago, Illinois, that creates fantastic weddings, regardless of your budget. The indoor space is unique and boasts a modern feel where you can host your wedding ceremony and reception or any other wedding-related event, such as an engagement party or bridal shower. Elopements are also welcome. They are flexible and welcome outside caterers and vendors.

Facilities and Capacity
Chicago Theater Works accommodates up to 160 people for a sit-down dinner or 200 during a stand-up reception. The indoor space includes wood floors, a brick wall, and exposed piping in the ceiling to give the room an industrial feel. You can say "I do" on top of flexible staging during an indoor wedding ceremony. The space can be transformed with lights, florals, and drapery to fit your wedding vision and decor. There are get-ready rooms available for you and members of your wedding party. The venue is set up for WiFi, and there is parking and valet services available.

Services Offered
Chicago Theater Works is unlike many venues and does not have any food or bar minimums. The prices remain the same as when you first met during a consultation. There are no surprise fees or charges as the wedding gets closer. The first meeting at the venue will result in the creation of a timeline of your wedding and the design of how the rooms will be set up. They provide beverage services on-site and are flexible with your options. You can serve a variety of beer, wine, liquor, champagne, and signature drinks during an open, limited, or cash bar. You have the option to use an outside caterer, and there is a staging kitchen that they have access to on the day of the wedding. A dedicated team of staff will set up and clean up the spaces for the wedding and be on hand on the wedding day to ensure everything goes off without a hitch. Chicago Theater Works does have tables, chairs, a stage, dance floor, furniture, audio equipment, and lighting to use.

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,450

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,450

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$21

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
October
November
December

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Reviews of Chicago Theater Works

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Chicago Theater Works stands out as an exceptional venue for various events, with reviewers praising the accommodating staff, especially Dawn's helpfulness in making planning seamless and enjoyable. The venue's beautiful setting and recent remodeling are highlighted, offering a stunning backdrop for events. Clients appreciate the venue's flexibility in allowing personalized touches, such as selecting vendors and customizing layouts, making it ideal for weddings and celebrations. The reasonable pricing, combined with the venue's central location and ample parking options, further adds to its appeal for hosting unforgettable events.

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Chicago Theater Works stands out as an exceptional venue for various events, with reviewers praising the accommodating staff, especially Dawn's helpfulness in making planning seamless and enjoyable. The venue's beautiful setting and recent remodeling are highlighted, offering a stunning backdrop for events. Clients appreciate the venue's flexibility in allowing personalized touches, such as selecting vendors and customizing layouts, making it ideal for weddings and celebrations. The reasonable pricing, combined with the venue's central location and ample parking options, further adds to its appeal for hosting unforgettable events.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 64 reviews
Google
4.7/5 155 reviews
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Shalena Sent on 06/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Chicago Theaters Works works!!!

It was my first time planning for such a big special occasion, 120 guests, but the owner and coordinator helped alleviate the stress. Their attention to detail, and event support was something I greatly appreciated. They offer amazing event packages! Professionalism and customer service through out the process was unmatched. They really helped me execute my vision, and never let me feel like a bother. Thank you Nick & Dawn for being a part of a night my family and I will never forget.
Milad
Milad Sent on 08/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great value!

We used Chicago Theater Works for hosting a baby shower with about 50 guests, and it was a great experience! The staff is very friendly and helpful. It's a chill and low-key environment. We liked the logistics too - there's a nice bar, area to heat and serve food, and kitchen.

And the price point was a great deal, alcohol included!
Thisisagoodsound
Thisisagoodsound Sent on 05/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous space to host a concert!

We hosted a Dixon's Violin concert at Chicago Theater Works our last time in Chicago, and it was a positive experience from the start. Rarely in the music industry will venues call you, let alone immediately after you reach out to them. I was greeted with warmth, genuine interest, and curiosity about our show and interested hosting it at CTW. This level of enthusiasm and intuitive communication was maintained throughout our process and experience.
M DS
M Ds Sent on 05/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Chicago Inspired Celebration

We were truly blessed with an introduction to this
PERFECT venue for my husband's 50th birthday
celebration! With exposed brick and a gorgeous bar to anchor the beautiful open space, the set-up options are versatile. Great sound system for our DJ/music. I'd given no thought to the lighting, so was impressed to see how they featured in our evening's pictures (total bonus!)

The entire team was wonderful to work with; Nick was amazingly accomodating and attentive, and Dawn was equally responsive and invested in ensuring we had all we needed before and during our event.

CTW will be my first choice for any future events and I highly recommend it for your very next one!
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Angelica Sent on 03/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable Experience!

The absolute best venue out there!! We had the honor to host our wedding there and we couldn’t have asked for better. Dawn and the owner of the venue were incredible. So kind, welcoming, big hearted and just incredible people. Our day was unforgettable all thanks to them. The experience they gave us was one of a kind. We felt so important and taken care of. Dawn was very detailed with us and made every step of the wedding planning less stressful and super organized. We absolutely love this place and the people! ❤️
J
Jennifer Sent on 02/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

Our event was in March 2023. Dawn was amazing to work with. She is friendly, exudes positivity and was eager to please and allowed us to bring in many different vendors and even do things that weren’t previously done there.
Dawn was responsive to emails and our in-person meetings were always productive and ran on time! This venue also happens to be around the corner from my home so the convenience can’t be beat! I hope we have another reason to celebrate in the future and work with Dawn (and Bill) again.
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 01/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Just amazing!

We just got married in October & we couldn't have chosen a better venue! Dawn was an absolute joy to work with. She was very helpful and we loved visiting her during our entire wedding planning process. Please chose CTW for your next event.
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Nick Sent on 12/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great team, beautiful space

The Theater Works team was incredibly responsive and helpful from the first day I got in touch with them. I was able to lean on Dawn's experience when it came to planning the event, but she was also more than willing to accommodate any of our requests. 5/5 stars!
Missy
Missy Sent on 12/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Our Perfect Christmas Wedding

We absolutely LOVED working with Chicago Theater Works for our wedding this December!! Dawn and Bill went above and beyond to help us create the Christmas wedding of our dreams! They are some of the nicest people we have ever met. They are more than accommodating and work your wants and needs into their schedule and venue space. They respond very promptly to emails and are very flexible with using their venue and resources to create the exact vision that you have in mind.
Dawn is incredible! She is so sweet and personable and it was a pleasure to have her as part of our big day. Dawn felt like a part of the family! The venue is a blank slate which allows you to truly create the atmosphere of your dreams. Our wedding felt very intimate and was great for our "smaller" wedding of 100 guests. With the layout of the venue, we were able to see all of our guests and talk to everyone with ease.
We catered pizza and pasta and utilized the venue's buffet tables and it was absolutely amazing! We also LOVED the placement of the dance floor in the middle of the event space as it encouraged more dancing and guest interaction. Our wedding at Chicago Theater Works was absolutely perfect and we can not wait to come back in the future! Without a doubt, you must add Chicago Theater Works to your tour list when on the hunt for the perfect wedding venue!
Jaclyn
Jaclyn Sent on 11/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect space with the kindest staff!

Chicago Theatre Works made our wedding dreams come TRUE!!! We could not be more grateful for how helpful and thoughtful they were through the whole process. I had some big DIY dreams, and they were clear and communicative the whole time. I cannot overstate how much we valued Dawn as our venue coordinator, who was so personable and kind! The venue price is very reasonable, the bar package was perfect, and do not sleep on those metal ceilings for hanging decor! :D Thank you Bill and Dawn for a magical day!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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Chicago Theater Works frequently asked questions

Chicago Theater Works includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Chicago Theater Works includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Chicago Theater Works for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
Chicago Theater Works offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Chicago Theater Works offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
Chicago Theater Works offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Chicago Theater Works offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Chicago Theater Works is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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