The beautifully restored Oriental Theatre is part of the revitalized downtown theater district. The Ford Center houses mostly Broadway tours, and is managed by
Broadway in Chicago.
Ornate designs and sculptures line the enormous domed ceiling and surrounding pillars, with some truly fascinating work.
View the Ford Center seating chart here.
Centerstage Reviewer: Ed Rutherford
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