Portage Theatre, Historic movie theater in Six Corners, Chicago, US.
The Portage Theater features a megaphone-shaped auditorium with classical architecture and holds more than 2,250 seats across its grand space.
The Portage Theater commenced operations on December 11, 1920, becoming the first cinema built specifically for film screenings in the Portage Park area.
The Silent Film Society of Chicago presents regular screenings at the theater, maintaining the tradition of early cinema in this notable venue.
Located at 4050 North Milwaukee Avenue, the theater remains accessible through public transportation and offers various parking options nearby.
The interior spaces of this landmark building served as filming locations for the 2008 production of Public Enemies about bank robber John Dillinger.
Location: Chicago
Inception: December 11, 1920
Official opening: December 11, 1920
Capacity: 2250
Address: 4050 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641
Website: http://theportagetheater.com
GPS coordinates: 41.95419,-87.74837
Latest update: June 4, 2025 18:11
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