Admiral Theatre, Chicago

Admiral Theatre is an entertainment venue in Chicago with multiple performance and screening spaces housed under one roof. The building contains areas dedicated to different types of shows and events across its interior.

The venue opened in 1927 as a vaudeville theater designed by architects Gallup and Joy. It later passed to the Balaban and Katz circuit and underwent changes in its entertainment focus during the following decades.

The venue represents the evolution of American entertainment venues, transitioning from traditional cinema to modern adult entertainment while maintaining its original facade.

The building sits in a neighborhood with good access to public transportation options. Visitors should check ahead for current programming, as event schedules and opening hours can vary throughout the week.

During the 1960s the theater operated as a cartoon-only venue for a specific audience. This programming choice marked a turning point before the space took on its later entertainment forms.

Location: Chicago

Address: 3940 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

GPS coordinates: 41.96850,-87.72710

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42