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A 100-seat Chicago venue for artist-produced theater events.
The Newport Theater
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About The Newport Theater
The Newport Theater presents artist-produced fringe theater in Chicago's Wrigleyville neighborhood. Visitors can attend burlesque, drag, comedy, variety, improv, and student showcase events in a 100-seat venue, with tickets available online through the event listings. The theater also hosts classes and programming in its mirrored dance studio and activity room, along with private rentals, event bookings, rehearsal rentals, filming, and social media management through Newport Studio. Its bar serves craft and inexpensive beers, wine, soft drinks, and mixed drinks; no food is offered. The venue was formerly known as Under the Gun Theater and continues the performance history of the former Links Hall space. Newport Theater is at 956 West Newport Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60657.
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At a glance
- 100-seat theater
- 20'X13' mirrored dance studio/activity room
- Bar offers craft beers, cheap beers, wine, soft drinks, and mixed drinks
- No food/no minimum
From www.newporttheater.com, checked 22 Oct 2026. Only what the business states on its own website.
Services
- Theater shows Artist-produced burlesque, drag, comedy, and variety shows
- Classes and programming
- Private rentals
- Event or private party bookings
- Photo studio, filming, and rehearsal rentals
- Social media management
As listed by The Newport Theater. Prices as published by the business and may change.
Services & specialities
Highlights
Burlesque and Drag
Programs include burlesque, drag, comedy, and variety shows.
Classes and Rentals
Offers classes, programming, private rentals, and studio bookings.
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