this is one of my favorite theatres in the western suburbs. It's deceptively small (it actually…read moreholds 75 seats) and they have a fun mix of shows. I've both performed and directed there, and I regularly work box office. They are a fun group of people dedicated to bringing local theatre to the community - and with Paramount literally around the corner, they have good company in that endeavor. Tickets are inexpensive, there's not a bad seat in the house, and it's easy to get involved as a volunteer or an actor with 5-6 shows running throughout the year.

Riverfront, it has been too long!…read more When you first enter the lobby you're in for a healthy helping of kitsch. Arrive early if you can and get ready for a feast for the eyes. Ask questions, there's a great story behind everything. As for the performances, colorful, unique and fun. The actors and actresses here are talented. And since any seat is close to the stage, each performance is intimate. Don't miss this gem!

I had been here a few years ago to see The Producers with my husband, since I knew he'd love it…read more(and he did). This theatre consistently provides excellent experiences with top-tier quality shows, often drawing from local and Broadway talent alike. However crowded theatres get in downtown Chicago, and however surly their employees can be at times, the Paramount is the opposite on both counts. What a breath of fresh air! Better yet, the sightlines are terrific. Even in the very back, you have a great view of the stage, and the seats' heights are staggered enough where short people's views aren't easily blocked. Although the Paramount is quite far from where I live, so it's not a super frequent visit for me, that is not due to any lack of quality in terms of the experience or shows!

I had an amazing experience at the Paramount Theater! I went to see The Full Monty, and it exceeded…read moreall my expectations. The venue itself is beautiful, with great acoustics and a classic atmosphere that really adds to the overall experience. The performance was fantastic, funny, energetic, and surprisingly heartfelt. The cast did an incredible job, and the production quality was top-notch. You could tell a lot of effort went into every detail. Staff were friendly and helpful, and everything from entry to seating was smooth and well-organized. I can't wait to come back for another show!

The McAninch Arts Center (MAC) at College of DuPage (COD) in Glen Ellyn, IL, is a vibrant hub for…read morethe performing and visual arts, offering an array of professional theater, music, dance, comedy, and family-friendly performances. While the MAC hosts a wide range of cultural programming year-round, what has drawn us back time and again, now three times, are their exceptional, large-scale art exhibitions, presented every two years. The most recent of these is the 2025 exhibition Hokusai and Ukiyo-e: The Floating World (on view from May 31 to September 21). This immersive experience transports visitors to the lively and refined world of 17th-century Edo-period Japan. The exhibit vividly captures a time when Edo (present-day Tokyo) thrived as the cultural and economic heart of the nation, defined by its devotion to the arts, nature, and the pleasures of daily life. A highlight of the exhibition is the U.S. debut of the Museum Galleries - Chiossone Collection, featuring a remarkable 70-piece selection of ukiyo-e masterpieces. Among these are 53 original paintings and woodblock prints by renowned artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, alongside 17 beautifully crafted objects. Together, they offer a captivating window into Japan's "floating world." The MAC consistently excels in delivering these world-class exhibitions. The experience is not only visually stunning but also engaging and educational. The staff are welcoming, knowledgeable, and always ready to enhance your visit. Last, but not the least, there is a very nice gift shop there. We bought some cute Japanese noodles and rice bowls with the "floating world" art theme from the gift shop. Attending an art exhibition there is truly a joy, and we look forward to each new one.

We came for the Hokusai exhibit on a Friday. It was a little hard to find, the address on the flyer…read moredidn't direct us to the right area. Saw some signs near campus but not enough. Was finally able to find it by searching McAninch Arts Center (MAC). The exhibit is cool, loved the eki (train station) stamps for the passport you're given. I wasn't expecting much and it lived up to expectations. After experiencing it do I think it was worth the $27/per person admission? Not for me. But it's still cool and definitely worth a visit if you're an art enthusiast.

The cast of High Maintenance at the Bit Theatre last weekend left no crumbs! The production…read morereverberated with excellent performances by all, with an especial spotlight on the spirited Vera, played by Cynthia Jackson Pearson!

Friendly staff and a variety of show options! Forget the high cost of going to a downtown Chicago…read moreshow, check out a locally owned comedy spot! Friends invited me to my first Improv show here and it was laughs the whole time! They have a full bar and fresh popcorn and snacks too. Lots of good restaurants nearby too. Already have plans for our next visit so hope to see you there!

My first visit and we were here to see The Nutcracker. It is a rather small venue (especially…read morecompared to downtown Chicago or Broadway theaters), but there really are no bad seats. There is main floor seating and one balcony. It is older, but there is plenty of leg room between rows, which is not true of many theaters. Soundtrack was taped, there was not a live orchestra, worked great. The big "however" is that there is exactly one bathroom on the first floor. I mean ONE, so you wait in line for the only toilet. We were told there were additional facilities on the balcony level, but we did not go up to see if they were actual mens and womens rooms. The facility is not handicapped accessable. It must have been grandfathered in to be able to continue to offer crowd attended events. Since this building is part of North Central College, it is located in a Naperville neighborhood. The only parking is street parking so it can be a short walk from your car to the Hall.

It was my second time here to see a concert. This time is Air Supply which I first heard them from…read moremy middle school days back to 80s. It is a nice intimate hall which has about 500 seats downstairs. There are essentially any bad seats as no one is too far from the stage. The band came down from the state and walked in the aisles and one row during the performance. It was awesome. It is in the walking distant from Naperville downtown. It could be tricky to find a parking around nearby. We parked about 4 blocks away on the side of the street.

My husband and I came for a candlelight concert. I recommended if you come for a show without…read moreassigned seats to get there 15 min before doors open for prime seating. If you are not particular about where you sit, then 15 min before show starts is plenty of time. They offer concessions that you are able to bring into the theater. I did find it odd that a full size bottle of wine was an option, but I guess if you arrive early enough to split with your group. They also have sodas, beer, candy, and chips. Plenty of bathrooms available. I found the seats to be roomy and comfy. However, the tall gentleman next to me during the show kept moving around. Some street parking, or the free deck is only a block away.

Went there to see a Fever Candlelight string quartet doing songs from Coldplay. Great experience…read moreoverall. The quartet was outstanding. I know Coldplay songs pretty well, and nobody in the quartet missed a single note all night. The concert is only a bit over an hour, but it's really good. Very nice setting. The hall is gorgeous and the sound was fantastic. I did not have a drink or something to eat, but a cup of wine was $10, just saying. They scan your tickets pretty quickly once the doors open, and the workers are pretty helpful. Easy to get to, plenty of parking nearby. We found street parking less than one block away from the entrance. The string quartet is highly talented, and also gives a little insight on some of the songs. I really enjoyed that part. I think it was reasonable priced, and a great venue to boot.

Came here to see a concert of the band Kashmir. The venue is very cool. But keep in mind that the…read morefloor is not slanted towards the stage at all. The views are good, but you may have a tall person sitting in front of you. The staff here are all volunteers, but they are even more friendly and helpful than any paid staff I've dealt with at a venue like this. And major props for their sound and lighting staff. They do have good beers and other drinks, but only snack foods. Be prepared.

Went here for the first time a few weeks ago to see Terrapin Flyer and I fell in love with this…read moreplace! Sound is fantastic and not a bad seat in there. Drinks are VERY reasonable priced! People who volunteer there are all friendly and helpful. Can't wait to go see another show here!

Went to see Something Rotten tonight-what a terrific show. The acting, singing and comedy was…read morereally top notch. We came home and subscribed immediately to the 2026-2027 season. It is only our second visit to this theater and they have excelled a second time. Thank you Wheaton Drama for a really enjoyable show!

Nice little quaint theater. We went here as we had a relative who was appearing in the play "the…read moreLittle Mermaid" . She did a very nice job, and seemed to be well received by her coworkers, and the audience. Finding Wheaton Drama was a little hard, and parking was a little tight, I didn't mind the walk. But the employees there were very friendly, and enthusiastic. Nothing there was overly priced or outrageous. I would go again. As I said before, the theater is a little on the smaller side and people in the front row tend to find themselves actually walking on the stage as they enter & exit which almost seems rather discourteous since they have lines painted on the floor. I just think that that's bad luck even though it's concrete and it's painted, I tried to make sure that I was definitely off the designated stage area because I think thats asking for bad karma. But in today's world , people are so full of themselves that there are no boundaries anymore.