The Oriental Theater in Chicago, Illinois
Photograph © Wayne Lorentz
The Oriental Theater in Chicago, Illinois
Photograph © Wayne Lorentz
The Oriental Theater
Official name:The Ford Center for the Performing Arts
24 West Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois, The Loop 60601 United StatesPrint this page   •   Share this page   •   Map This

Quick Facts
Notes
  • 1981 - The theater is so run down that it is closed to the public.
  • 1996 - Renovations begin.
  • 1998 - The theater opens to the public once again.
Did You Know?
  • This is the site of the old Iriquois Theater. It burned in 1903 in one of the most tragic fires in American history. 602 people died. The building was repaired and re-opened, but was later razed, and the Oriental erected in its place.
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