151 West Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
BUILT: 1926
SEATING CAPACITY: 2500
Cadillac Palace Theatre History
The Palace Theatre opened at the corner of Randolph and LaSalle Streets in Chicago on October 4, 1926. Designed by legendary theatre architects the Rapp Brothers, the theatre originally opened as the flagship of vaudeville’s legendary Orpheum Circuit, and among the stars believed to have played the Palace in its early years are Jimmy Durante, Mae West, Sophie Tucker, Jack Benny, and Bob Hope.News
THE NOTEBOOK, THE OUTSIDERS and More Set for BROADWAY IN CHICAGO Summer Concert at Millennium Park
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
Broadway In Chicago announced its free annual SUMMER CONCERT at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, featuring performances from eight productions including THE NOTEBOOK, THE OUTSIDERS, WAITRESS, JERSEY BOYS, and MAYBE HAPPY ENDING.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
Broadway In Chicago announced its free annual SUMMER CONCERT at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, featuring performances from eight productions including THE NOTEBOOK, THE OUTSIDERS, WAITRESS, JERSEY BOYS, and MAYBE HAPPY ENDING.
2026 Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards Winners Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
The award recipients of Broadway In Chicago’s 15th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards were presented in an award ceremony, celebrating outstanding achievement in high school musical theatre performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
The award recipients of Broadway In Chicago’s 15th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards were presented in an award ceremony, celebrating outstanding achievement in high school musical theatre performances.
LES MISÉRABLES Makes Final Chicago Run at Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.
Broadway In Chicago And Metra Announce Free Train Promotion For Summer Shows
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Broadway In Chicago and Metra announced a free round-trip rail promotion for nine summer productions, including CHICAGO THE MUSICAL, LES MISÉRABLES, and THE OUTSIDERS. Riders show their show ticket to the conductor for complimentary travel.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Broadway In Chicago and Metra announced a free round-trip rail promotion for nine summer productions, including CHICAGO THE MUSICAL, LES MISÉRABLES, and THE OUTSIDERS. Riders show their show ticket to the conductor for complimentary travel.
2026 Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards Nominees Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Broadway In Chicago announced nominees for the 15th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards, with 24 student finalists selected from a record 348 applicants across 95 schools statewide. Nominees will perform a number from LES MISÉRABLES.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Broadway In Chicago announced nominees for the 15th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards, with 24 student finalists selected from a record 348 applicants across 95 schools statewide. Nominees will perform a number from LES MISÉRABLES.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Apr 23, 2026
While THE GREAT GATSBY has glimpses of effective songs and character development, the musical doesn’t ultimately live up to the glitz, glamor, and legacy of its source material.
by Rachel Weinberg - Apr 23, 2026
While THE GREAT GATSBY has glimpses of effective songs and character development, the musical doesn’t ultimately live up to the glitz, glamor, and legacy of its source material.
THE GREAT GATSBY Now Playing At Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
THE GREAT GATSBY, based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald , is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. The musical will play a limited two-week engagement.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
THE GREAT GATSBY, based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald , is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. The musical will play a limited two-week engagement.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY: NATIONAL TOUR at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
by Jarrod Michael - Apr 16, 2026
A cornerstone of American literature by F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby, has been brought to life in a way never seen before. Long regarded as a challenging work to adapt due to its introspective nature and nuance, this production leans confidently into spectacle, movement, and music to express the internal longing that defines the novel.
by Jarrod Michael - Apr 16, 2026
A cornerstone of American literature by F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby, has been brought to life in a way never seen before. Long regarded as a challenging work to adapt due to its introspective nature and nuance, this production leans confidently into spectacle, movement, and music to express the internal longing that defines the novel.
WAITRESS and THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to Broadway in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway In Chicago will present two fan-favorite shows are returning to their stages this year: Watiress and The Book of Mormon. Tickets will go on sale at a later date.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway In Chicago will present two fan-favorite shows are returning to their stages this year: Watiress and The Book of Mormon. Tickets will go on sale at a later date.
THE OUTSIDERS National Tour is Coming to Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
The Tony Award winning Best Musical, The Outsiders, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola’s film, will return to Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre this summer, August 4 – 16, 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
The Tony Award winning Best Musical, The Outsiders, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola’s film, will return to Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre this summer, August 4 – 16, 2026.
THE GREAT GATSBY & More Lead Chicago's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top Chicago picks for Spring 2026!
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top Chicago picks for Spring 2026!
BLUEY'S BIG PLAY Will Return to Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Following a successful global tour, Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are bringing Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show back to Broadway In Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Following a successful global tour, Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are bringing Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show back to Broadway In Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.
Cast Set For LES MISÉRABLES Final Return To Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has announced casting for the Chicago engagement of Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has announced casting for the Chicago engagement of Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES.
Video: Watch the Trailer for Chris Fleming's HBO Special LIVE AT THE PALACE
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Chris Fleming will make his HBO comedy special debut in Chris Fleming: Live At The Palace, premiering Friday, February 27 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check out the trailer now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
Chris Fleming will make his HBO comedy special debut in Chris Fleming: Live At The Palace, premiering Friday, February 27 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check out the trailer now.
Tickets for THE GREAT GATSBY Go on Sale Tomorrow in Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has announced that single tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will go on sale this week. The touring production of the Broadway musical will play a limited two-week engagement at the Cadillac Palace Theatre this spring.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has announced that single tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will go on sale this week. The touring production of the Broadway musical will play a limited two-week engagement at the Cadillac Palace Theatre this spring.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Is Now Playing at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, is now playing at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, is now playing at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES National Tour in Chicago on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Tickets for the return of Cameron Mackintosh's production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are on sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Tickets for the return of Cameron Mackintosh's production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are on sale.
Back to Nubia: Stories from the Making of AIDA After 25 Years
by Caitlin Hornik - Dec 6, 2025
In honor of the Aida’s 25th anniversary, BroadwayWorld spoke to stars Heather Headley (Aida), Adam Pascal (Radames), Sherie Rene Scott (Amneris), Schele Williams (Nehebka), as Thomas Schumacher (original producer and Disney Theatrical Group chief for its first three decades), lyricist Tim Rice, and book writer David Henry Hwang to compile an oral history of the show’s early days, transition to Broadway, and legacy beyond the boards.
by Caitlin Hornik - Dec 6, 2025
In honor of the Aida’s 25th anniversary, BroadwayWorld spoke to stars Heather Headley (Aida), Adam Pascal (Radames), Sherie Rene Scott (Amneris), Schele Williams (Nehebka), as Thomas Schumacher (original producer and Disney Theatrical Group chief for its first three decades), lyricist Tim Rice, and book writer David Henry Hwang to compile an oral history of the show’s early days, transition to Broadway, and legacy beyond the boards.
Tickets to THE OUTSIDERS in Chicago on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has revealed that single tickets for the Tony Award winning Best Musical, THE OUTSIDERS, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola's landmark motion picture will go on sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has revealed that single tickets for the Tony Award winning Best Musical, THE OUTSIDERS, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola's landmark motion picture will go on sale.
Jake David Smith and Senzel Ahmady Will Lead North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
The North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will star stage veterans Jake David Smith as Jay Gatsby and Senzel Ahmady as Daisy Buchanan. Additional casting will be announced at a later date.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
The North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will star stage veterans Jake David Smith as Jay Gatsby and Senzel Ahmady as Daisy Buchanan. Additional casting will be announced at a later date.
Cadillac Palace Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Cadillac Palace Theatre?
Cadillac Palace Theatre's current show is The Great Gatsby: A New Musical which began performances on 04/21/2026
What when was Cadillac Palace Theatre built?
Cadillac Palace Theatre was built in 1926.
How many seats does Cadillac Palace Theatre have?
Cadillac Palace Theatre has 2500 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Cadillac Palace Theatre?
Aida which ran from 03/23/2000 to 09/05/2004, Sweet Charity which ran from 05/04/2005 to 12/31/2005, All Shook Up which ran from 03/24/2005 to 09/25/2005, and The Pirate Queen which ran from 04/05/2007 to 06/17/2007
What show is next for Cadillac Palace Theatre?
Cadillac Palace Theatre's next show is The Great Gatsby: A New Musical which begins performances on 4/21/2026.
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