BLUE MAN GROUP Expands Summer Performance Schedule

Blue Man Group, continuing its open run at Chicago's Briar Street Theatre (3133 N. Halsted Street), has expanded the performance schedule for summer 2015. A variety of packages are also available for Chicago residents and visitors to enjoy this summer. Blue Man Group, the critically hailed theatrical phenomenon, provides audiences with a unique and thrilling multi-sensory experience that blends innovative theatrical spectacle and dynamic original music with hilarious comedy, art, technology and science to create a performance experience unlike any other.

For audiences looking to further enhance their experience, Blue Man Group is partnering with area attractions to create fun and exciting summer packages highlighting Chicago.

Blue Man Group has joined forces with American Girl Place for the perfect girls' day in Chicago on Wednesday, Aug. 5. Families and their dolls are invited to enjoy a Blue Man Group performance followed by dinner at the American Girl Café. Tickets are $70 (not including tax and gratuity) at the American Girl Café.

Visitors looking to explore Chicago's landmarks can enjoy the special Blue Man Group packages with Skydeck Chicago, 360 Chicago (formerly the John Hancock Observatory) or Chicago Trolley and Double Decker Co. Upon purchasing a ticket for Blue Man Group, guests can receive a free ticket to visit Chicago's Willis Tower Skydeck (where they can step out onto one of the building's "Ledge" glass boxes) or 360 Chicago (for unparalleled views of Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan.) For a unique tour of the city, audience members who purchase Blue Man Group tickets can save 10% on single or three-day tour tickets with Chicago Trolley and Double Decker Co.

Looking to grab a bite before or after a Blue Man Group show? Dinner packages are available with Jack's on Halsted and Yoshi's Café, both located steps away from the Briar Street Theatre. To book dinner-show packages, guests can call the Blue Man Group box office to buy their tickets and make their dinner reservation. At Jack's on Halsted, guests will receive an appetizer, entrée, dessert and coffee or tea for $29. Yoshi's Café offers a prix fixe dinner including an appetizer, main entrée and dessert for $24.95.

College students who are studying in Chicago or home for the summer can enjoy the thrills of Blue Man Group for a discounted price. Upon presenting a valid college ID, they can get a discounted ticket for $35. Student tickets are available two hours prior to show time, based on availability.

Blue Man Group attendees can even get a free ride (up to $20) to or from the Briar Street Theatre with Uber upon entering the code "BLUEMANCHI" into the app. This promotion applies to first-time Uber users only.

For more information and ticket pricing, please visit www.blueman.com/chicago.

Tickets are available from $49-$99. Tickets may be purchased at the Briar Street Theatre by calling the box office at (773) 348-4000; by calling Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787; at all Ticketmaster ticket centers or via the Internet at www.ticketmaster.com/bluemanchicago. For a full show schedule and ticket pricing, please visit www.blueman.com/chicago.

Special rates are available for groups of 10 or more, varying from $46- $64 per person. For groups of 10 or more, call the group sales department to book at: 773.348.3300 or email chicagogroups@blueman.com to request information.

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