Civic Opera House, Art Deco opera house in Chicago, United States
The Civic Opera House features a limestone exterior with a 45-story office tower and two 22-story wings along the Chicago River.
Samuel Insull commissioned the construction of this performance venue in 1929 to establish a permanent home for Chicago's opera community.
The Lyric Opera of Chicago and Joffrey Ballet regularly perform in this 3,563-seat auditorium, presenting classical and contemporary productions throughout the year.
Located at 20 North Wacker Drive, the venue offers guided tours, accessible seating, and multiple dining options within walking distance.
The building's design inspired aspects of Orson Welles's film Citizen Kane, particularly the scenes involving the construction of an opera house.
Location: Illinois
Inception: November 4, 1929
Official opening: November 4, 1929
Architectural style: Art Deco
Capacity: 3563
Website: http://civicoperahouse.com
GPS coordinates: 41.88250,-87.63750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:43
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