Apollo Theater

Great fun kids show, amazing talented cast. One bad thing for a musical canned music. A live band is what this show really needed.
The cast tried to include the audience and succeeded. Wonderful has great energy and nice full voices. Quality venue. A great place to bring kids all their shows are top notch.

I haven’t seen a show here, yet, but let me first say that the only they get 2 stars from me is because the people at the box office are friendly and nice. I’ve dealt with two different at people at the box office: once when I paid for the ticket and the lady said there will be a cash bar available if you need snacks; and second time was when I picked up my ticket today. The chairs in the waiting area are filthy! I walk up to the cash bar to only be told «the bar is not open for this show.» Are you kidding me?!! I could have picked up snacks before getting there. The person shouldn’t have told me there will be a cash bar when they knew it would be closed. I was told I can go to the 7 Eleven down the street. No thank you! Completely disorganized theatre.

I came here to see Million Dollar Quartet and it is the perfect venue for it. I love how it isn’t too big and the seats were very comfortable. The bar is cash only so bring some greens. This theater is located in Lincoln Park and is not flashy at all. It really blends in with the neighborhood and I would have never guessed it was there.

I was just here tonight. In fact, I am in the cab coming from the show. I saw the Million Dollar Quartet here. I won’t review the show here, I’ll save that for their page, however the staff here was friendly. Tip for you lovers of alcohol like me, bring cash. It’s a cash bar only.
The theater is clean and very small. I love an intimate theater. There isn’t a bad seat in the house. It is worth every penny for a show here. You feel involved and you can actually see the actors faces. I highly suggest coming here if you are on the fence about seeing something here.

LOVE these smaller theaters. You get up close and personal with the set and actors. No seat is terrible and the sound is great.
Loved watching Million Dollar Quartet. Not usually into the Rock n Roll style of music, but this was a great storyline, a touch of history and TONS of great music. They had me dancing in my seat or dancing while standing most of the show!

Million Dollar Quartet:
A night that took place in history is the backdrop for a great fun performance. The play was just over an hour and a half and you would have never known. From the start you are drawn in, the acting and the live music done incredibly well by the actors and actress. You could almost believe that you were there that historic night. You came for the great artists, Presley, Cash, Lewis and Perkins and left learning about the man you truely changed the landscape of music, Sam Phillips.
I highly recommend seeing this. You will not be disappointed. Though you might have sore hands from all the clapping and a smile that will stay with you well after you leave.

Went to see The Million Dollar Quartet with some friends, and was blown away at the «high energy» musical show. Was familiar with Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, but did not know much about Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. The show was fast paced and quite entertaining … and educational about these 4 great musicians as well.
I like the set up of the Apollo Theater in that it was small enough so that every seat was comfortable and within range of the stage. We sat in the middle of the theater 5 rows back and was able to see everything clearly. To be honest, there was not a bad seat in the entire theater due to the size of the theater. I would definitely recommend this musical and theater to my friends!

I loved this theatre! Parking is easy in the neighborhood. The box office moved quickly and everything seemed really efficient. The bar was priced high but that’s typical. At least you can eat and drink during the show. I’m excited to see another show here!

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET: The Testosterone Musical
The most high energy musical ever must be Million Dollar Quartet, the musical by Colin Escott, Floyd Mutrux, inspired by the fact that on December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins, for the first and only time, gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever.
The clinical description of the effects of testosterone on both males and females (the show includes Dyanne, the current singer-​girlfriend of Elvis Presley) could not be illustrated better than by this 90 minute no-​holds-​barred, non-​stop rockin’ and rollin’ account of that night.
For almost ten years the musical has played around the world. The Chicago cast couldn’t be more polished or talented — Brandon Bennett (Elvis Presley), Adam Lee (Johnny Cash), Lance Lipinsky (Jerry Lee Lewis), Shaun Whitley (Carl Perkins), Andy Ahrens (Sam Phillips), Marc Edelstein (Carl’s brother, Jay), Vance Okraszewski (Fluke), and, of course, Kelly Lamont (Dyanne) prove that a long-​running hit can improve, like fine wine, with age.
Many grandparents were seen bringing their reluctant grandchildren in an attempt to prove that they, too, did, in fact, have great music in their time.
But by the show’s end, the youngsters were on their feet clapping and bopping along with grandpa and grandma. They had new respect for the oldsters’ taste in music.
Original Rock and Roll, performed by masters, is irresistible. And these actor/​singer/​musicians are masters.
Do your family a favor — get them to Million Dollar Quartet at Chicago’s Apollo Theater. Or at a performance near you.

Went to the Apollo on a Friday night to watch Baby Wants Candy.
There is a small cash only bar in the lobby area with a limited selection of wines and beers. Prices were very reasonable. Area is tight but no issues since the show was not packed.
Theater is very intimate and you should have no issues with the view no matter where you are seated.
A-​OK.

Went with friends to Wed matinée of Million Dollar Quartet. Spectacular show in a small, comfy venue. Felt like we stopped in to watch friends Jam! Most often I was simply mesmerized. I felt like I was transported back in time when my mom played Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash albums.
Bought 2 glasses of wine at a reasonable price and sipped in them through the entire gig.
Got a tip on Unilocal that parking was sparse so I bought a spot online for 10 bucks on «reserve a spot». It worked out great; we were in and out without a problem. The SPOT was right around the corner from The Apollo. We ate at a BBQ place nearby after the show. Perfect day!!!

Have been to this theatre twice recently. What a great theatre. Took the kids to two children’s plays. Great venue. There is really not a bad seat I. The house. Fun for kids to sit by aisles because the actors sometimes interact with the audience.
Also, for preparation purposes, it is important to know that you need to bring cash. Cash for parking and cash for snacks. No cards here.

Watched Million Dollar Quartet on a Wed night and it was amazing. Really no bad seat in the house. It was my first time there and very surprise how it didn’t matter where you sat. As a tip bring cash since it is a cash bar.

Million Dollar Quartet. Great show, very entertaining in an intimate theatre.
Parking in the neighborhood is sparse, we took a cab from Old Town. Several places to eat in the area, but that’s kind of sparse too. The theatre is under an L, but, amazingly, we never heard it while inside.
Theatre could use some renovation. With about ten sold out shows per week, they would seem to have the funds.
Well worth the trip for a nice night of theatre.

Intimate and cozy theater with very few accommodations. We took the CTA here and walked here. There’s not much of a waiting room so come early or arrive before the show. They had a mini bar. I didn’t get anything from them but I heard they had good drinks. IF you check-​in with Unilocal, you are suppose to get a souvenir but they weren’t prepared. We sat in section 4. It had a pretty good view. The acoustics weren’t that great.

Cute theatre in Lincoln Park. Saw a great show, Million Dollar Quartet; everyone was very talented. Highly recommend.

This show Million Dollar Quartet ROCKS!
The theater is a little on the worn out side of new. Well a whole lot really. But they have put new seats in and are redoing the lobby. So improvements are coming. I have been to this venue I believe 8 times to see The Million Dollar Quartet. Now there is a reason other than the show is great. My number 2 son works on the play. He is the set chief. So if you know the play and when the phone rings for Sam Phillips to pick up that is my son ringing the phone!!! Cool huh? Well he does more than that but the rest is inside stuff could not possible tell anyone. :)
I love the music in this play and have seen it evolve over the past 3 years. Seen all the actors change and changes to the script always fun. So much talent. So I have seen this play here in the STL. and in Chicago.

Now, I am the first to admit that I am used to really nice big
fancy theaters but tonight I went to see Million Dollar Quartet
at the Apollo Theater and I was pleasantly surprised by every aspect
of this great venue.
Now this is not a review of the performance, even though it was
the feel good musical event of all time but of the Apollo Theater Itself.
The theater is quite small and intimate which I loved, the
seating is divided into 5 separate sections of seats, each
section had only 10 rows, A through J.
The seats were really comfy too, I liked this!
There were no bad seats in this house, from every angle you
felt that you were a part of this phenominal story/​performance.
I actually scored a pretty nice seat in section 2, but everyone
I spoke with after the show said their seats were perfect!
I picked up my tickets at the Apollo’s box office which was a
nice convenience.
There was a small concession stand in the lobby as well, I did’nt
buy anything there, I brought gummy worms with me in my purse
so I was good to go.:)
After the show I did cave in and buy a Million Dollar Quartet T-​Shirt,
Wonder if I’ll ever grow out of my groupie phase.:)?
Nice ushers tonight and we were warned against taking pictures
or recordings, so I decided to listen for a change and I did’nt
even attempt to sneak a picture or 2!
But, man, there was this other guy who did’nt listen and he
flashed his camera and that usher was on his butt like
white on rice!
At least it was’nt me this time, Ha Ha!
So, the Apollo theater, looks like it’s weathered a few storms and
quite different from my favorite theater but.
I would come back another time for sure.
And just a sidenote, Million Dollar Quartet Rocks!
I had a great time tonight, this was a class A production at a
class A venue!
Many thanks to the Apollo Theater and it’s staff, you guys are Awesome!
And to the performers who brought the whole house to it’s feet
tonight, Thank You!
Another great night, another memory!
Gotta Love It!

Apollo Theater has great stadium seating which makes any seat a great seat!
Self-​Parking in their lot is $ 10, or secure some Metered street parking nearby for less!
Since I had free tickets courtesy of Unilocal,I can’t say much about the ticket process save for the Will Call window attendant was polite and fast! (It took about 10 seconds, no line no waiting).
The men’s bathroom was a little wonky. Horribly small and awkward to get in and out. A separate review for MDQtet will follow, but do go beforehand because there is no intermission!
Our show had great sound, staging and lighting. Top notch professionalism here at the Apollo. I love that they have a full bar in the lobby. Makes for a great pre-​show atmosphere. And who doesn’t want to tip one back during a show?! My «Night at the Apollo» was fabulous!

This is a nice, intimate venue. We went to see Million Dollar Quartet last night and it was a perfect evening. The whole process was so easy, especially considering I had my mother with me. My husband dropped us off, we went in and picked up our tickets at the box office with no problems.
When we entered the theater we were greeted by a very pleasant usher. As we made our way in, the next usher took our tickets and when she realized our tickets were for the nose bleed seats, she was concerned about mom negotiating the stairway as there was no railing for her to hold onto. She asked if it would be better for us to be seated elsewhere. I said yes please and she accommodated us with different seats … front row center!!!
It turned out to be a perfect night for us. Mom has poor vision, and the seats we got really made it possible for her to fully enjoy the show. She and I will always remember the night we sat front row center. The best part was that Million Dollar Quartet was a five star show in a five star venue.
Thanks to Unilocal,the Apollo Theater and Million Dollar Quartet. This was truly a night to remember!!!