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Our local hosts have welcomed 337929+ people into their performance spaces with reviews averaging 4.9 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
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from$95/hr
Urban, Industrial, downtown gallery, Unique floor plan, lofty bow trussed ceiling + skylight
Pulaski Park, Chicago, IL
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...Large unique gallery, dance and performance space. Current architectural installation consists of a series of overlapping green screen runways. Boasting a raw industrial atmosphere, the space has bow trussed ceilings, exposed brick and concrete walls. Great for photos shoots, independent film shoots, and creative events...
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from$30/hr
Small Dance Studio Available for Creative Use | Studio 1
Near West Side, Chicago, IL
305
...Our dance studio is ideal for small events during the week. Ideal for yoga, dance, rehearsals, training, performances, video/photo production, etc. Space Details: - 10 person studio - 30 chairs - 5 - 6ft tables - LED track lights - Wardrobe racks + coat racks - Ceiling fans - Speakers + Amps + Mixers | DJs must...
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from$99/hr
Production House & Creative Space
West Town, Chicago, IL
97
Our studio is located in the artistically popular Wicker Park area of Chicago. About a half block from the Blue Line “Division” stop, it’s easily accessible from anywhere in the city, as well as O’hare airport. This space has a usable 4200 sq ft. Which...
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from$100/hr
The Railcar - Unique Film or Photoshoot Location in Wicker Park
West Town, Chicago, IL
117
The Railcar was designed by Chicago artists to mimic a futuristic CTA train car. Utilize this unique space for your next film, music video, or photoshoot to give your content a stylized edge! Located in Wicker Park, this unique space has a neighborhood to match...
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from$50/hr
Dance & Rehearsal Studio for Creative Use in Old Town
Goose Island, Chicago, IL
372
...Parking on-site - Restrooms - Sound system - Ballet barres - Dimming lights - Marley spring floors - Exposed brick - Street level access Ideal For: - Yoga/Dance/Fitness - Rehearsals - Performance - Training - Workshops - Fashion Events Interested in our space? Send us an inquiry...
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from$135/hr
Prohibition Era-Inspired Speakeasy in Lakeview
Lake View East, Chicago, IL
60
Host your next event in our prohibition era-inspired speakeasy. We have a full-service bar to accommodate your party. **No outside alcohol or food allowed with the exception of a Cake for the occasion ** Space Details: - 50 Standing | 32 Seated - 1 Bartender...
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from$180/hr
Bright White Storefront with Stylish Amenities
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL
94
This freshly renovated storefront studio in Pilsen is ideal for intimate, stylish events. Showers, dinners, photo shoots, workshops and more are a perfect fit. Please do not place a booking request before contacting us! We like to be in touch with guests to ensure a...
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from$75/hr
Multi-Set Loft with Checkerboard Room, Daylight Studio and Boudoir Circle Bed
Bucktown, Chicago, IL
301
A flexible and immersive 2000 sq ft production studio located in the heart of Bucktown. Kip is on the second floor with stairwell access. We are steps from the Western blue line station in addition to metered parking on Milwaukee avenue in front of the...
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from$50/hr
Studio & White Box Theater in Old Town
Goose Island, Chicago, IL
259
...Chairs - Tables - Parking on-site - Restrooms - Sound system - Moveable ballet barres - Dimming lights - Sprung Marley flooring - Exposed brick Ideal For: - Yoga/Dance/Fitness - Rehearsals - Performance - Training - Workshops - Fashion Events Week rates for performances available upon request. Interested in our space? Send us an inquiry...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long do people rent performance spaces in Chicago?
Most performance spaces are scheduled for 3 hours, with 25 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Performances starting between {avg_start_time_start} and {avg_start_time_end}.
How much does a performance space cost to rent in Chicago?
Performance spaces in Chicago average $92 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
Reviews for performance spaces
Rotonya B.
Self-Pour Tasting Bar in Wicker Park Available for Daytime Meetings
Great place and AWESOME time! I chose this place to host my event. We used the outside patio to perform and it was AMAZING.Great place and AWESOME time! I chose this place to host my event. We used the outside patio to perform and it was AMAZING. The staff made sure the safety guidelines with COVID was in place. Roman is the MAN to book with! 💃💃💃💃💃💃💃
His energy was professional and very supportive...
Giancarlo B.
Dance & Rehearsal Studio for Creative Use in Old Town
This space was absolutely perfect for our performance. The seats were great, the staff was super communicative, it perfectlThis space was absolutely perfect for our performance. The seats were great, the staff was super communicative, it perfectly fit all 30 people, and was really nice overall...
Ryan C.
Spybar - Historic Nightclub / Lounge in River North Entertainment District
Our birthday party performance was hosted at Spybar last Saturday and it was one of the greatest nights of the year. The SpOur birthday party performance was hosted at Spybar last Saturday and it was one of the greatest nights of the year. The Spybar management, crew, bartenders and security were all extremely helpful and attentive, making the night a flawless experience. Props to Taylor, Nick, and Noe for making sure we...
Caryn C.
Studio & White Box Theater in Old Town
good ventilation - it was a hot day and even though we were dancing, we did not get overheated. Overall a really great space for good ventilation - it was a hot day and even though we were dancing, we did not get overheated. Overall a really great space for performance, practice, or otherwise...
Lorine C.
Hidden Gem Studio | Perfect for Intimate Events
absolutely amazing! Super beautiful. Parking was great. Chris made sure everything was set up nicely for us. A great place to do aabsolutely amazing! Super beautiful. Parking was great. Chris made sure everything was set up nicely for us. A great place to do an intimate performance if you’re a musician. Also great for anything really. I would DEFINITELY book again...
Spencer F.
Speakeasy in the heart of Wicker Park
Was able to play and perform music as loud as i wanted with no concerns. Great night with all my friends, host was very cooWas able to play and perform music as loud as i wanted with no concerns. Great night with all my friends, host was very cool. Recommend to everyone...
Michael G.
Urban, Industrial, downtown gallery, Unique floor plan, lofty bow trussed ceiling + skylight
perfectly for our music video. Host was very helpful. The green runways are stable and well-made. They accommodated our cast of neperfectly for our music video. Host was very helpful. The green runways are stable and well-made. They accommodated our cast of nearly 20 performers. Would highly recommend...
Julianne I.
Storefront Gallery in Up & Coming Area Near North Chicago
The space was perfect for our pop-up bar where we had artwork, live performances, and cocktails. Stan was very friendly andThe space was perfect for our pop-up bar where we had artwork, live performances, and cocktails. Stan was very friendly and great to work with, making it a smooth-running night. We completely transformed the space with our own artwork, and he lended us supplies and made it feel...