July 2018 | Upcoming accessible performances at Chicago area theatres
ChicagoPlays Access is a monthly communication service to promote accessible performances for people with disabilities.The email includes listings of upcoming ASL-Interpreted, Audio-Described and Touch Tour performances, Open-Captioned performances and Autism-Friendly performances.
July Performances
Audio Described/Touch Tour Performances
Sunday, July 1 at 3 p.m. (Touch Tour begins at 1:30 p.m.)
Chimera Ensemble at Collaboraction's Pentagon Theatre
1579 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 

Tickets may be purchased online - after ticket is selected, options for accessibility requests may be selected in check out; for further questions or assistance with purchasing contact Anna at (601) 278-8684; access@chimeraensemble.com
Sunday, July 8 at 3 p.m. (Touch Tour begins at 1:30 p.m.)
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
1650 N. Halsted, Chicago, IL 

When purchasing tickets for an accessible performance, please indicate that you are interested in the service that's being offered -- that will allow us to give you the best possible seats and assistance.
In person: 1650 N Halsted
Phone: (312) 335-1650
TTY: (312) 335-3830
Sunday, July 15 at 2 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Sunday, July 15 at 4 p.m. (Touch Tour ONLY begins at 2:30 p.m.)
Red Theater Chicago at Strawdog Theatre
1802 W. Berenice, Chicago, IL 

For tickets email boxoffice@redtheater.org .
Saturday, July 21 at 2 p.m. (Touch Tour begins at 12:30 p.m.)
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL 

For access to reserved, discounted seating enter the promo code AUDIO when purchasing online or call the box office at 312.443.3800 (voice) or 312.443.3829 (TTY/TDD). Tickets $30.
Sunday, July 22 at 2:30 p.m. (Touch Tour begins at 1 p.m.)
Sideshow Theatre Company at Victory Gardens Theater
2433 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 

For tickets and information visit www.sideshowtheatre.org .
Sunday, July 29 at 2 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University
50 E. Congress, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Sunday, July 29 at 3 p.m. (Touch Tour begins at 1:30 p.m.)
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
1650 N. Halsted, Chicago, IL 

When purchasing tickets for an accessible performance, please indicate that you are interested in the service that's being offered -- that will allow us to give you the best possible seats and assistance.
In person: 1650 N Halsted
Phone: (312) 335-1650
TTY: (312) 335-3830
Open-Captioned Performances
Sunday, July 1 at 3 p.m.
Chimera Ensemble at Collaboraction's Pentagon Theatre
1579 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 

Tickets may be purchased online - after ticket is selected, options for accessibility requests may be selected in check out; for further questions or assistance with purchasing contact Anna at (601) 278-8684; access@chimeraensemble.com
Tuesday, July 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Oriental Theatre
24 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Wednesday, July 11 at 2 p.m. AND 7:30 p.m.
Friday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 22 at 2 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Wednesday, July 11 at 8 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Chicago, IL 

For reservations call 312-337-3992, email access@secondcity.com , or use this link .
Friday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Lifeline Theatre
6912 N. Glenwood, Chicago, IL 

Patrons wishing to make reservations for any special performance or take advantage of any accessibility service may contact Accessibility Coordinator Erica Foster directly at 773-761-4477 x703 or access@lifelinetheatre.com , or in person at the Lifeline Box Office (6912 N. Glenwood Ave.) Monday-Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Saturday, July 14 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 15 at 2:30 p.m.
Friday, July 20 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 21 at 8 p.m.
Sideshow Theatre Company at Victory Gardens Theater
2433 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 

For tickets and information visit www.sideshowtheatre.org .
Thursday, July 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Lookingglass Theatre
821 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 

To buy tickets please call the box office at 312-337-0665
Saturday, July 21 at 2 p.m.
CIBC Theatre
18 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Thursday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University
50 E. Congress, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Saturday, July 28 at 2 p.m.
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL 

For access to reserved, discounted seating enter the promo code OPEN when purchasing online or call the box office at 312.443.3800 (voice) or 312.443.3829 (TTY/TDD). Tickets: $30
Tuesday, July 31 at 7:30 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse
175 E. Chestnut, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
ASL-Interpreted Performances
Saturday, July 7 at 8 p.m.
Oriental Theatre
24 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Friday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Sunday, July 22 at 2 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University
50 E. Congress, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Sunday, July 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
1650 N. Halsted, Chicago, IL 

When purchasing tickets for an accessible performance, please indicate that you are interested in the service that's being offered -- that will allow us to give you the best possible seats and assistance.
In person: 1650 N Halsted
Phone: (312) 335-1650
TTY: (312) 335-3830
Wednesday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL 

For access to reserved, discounted seating enter the promo code SIGN when purchasing online or call the box office at 312.443.3800 (voice) or 312.443.3829 (TTY/TDD). Tickets: $30
Sunday, July 29 at 2 p.m.
CIBC Theatre
18 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL 

If you are in need of theatre tickets that require accessible seating you can purchase through  Ticketmaster , but for personalized service please call our accessibility line (312) 977-1700 and press 5 (TTY: (800) 359-2525) or email the accessible office at  accessibility@broadwayinchicago.com . Leave your name and a phone number where we can reach you, an accessibility specialist will return your call within 24 hours to take your priority reservation.  
Access Calendar
For a complete list of upcoming ASL-Interpreted, Audio-Described and Touch Tour performances, Open-Captioned and Autism-Friendly performances visit:

Please note that all performances listed are subject to availability and information may change. We encourage you to confirm all details with the individual theatre box offices.
The League of Chicago Theatres is committed to working with Chicago area theatres to make live theatre accessible to everyone. The League of Chicago Theatres is a non-profit alliance of theatres which leverages its collective strength to promote, support, and advocate for Chicago's theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
If you have a question or suggestion, please contact Ben Thiem .