Harris Theater Virtual Stage

The Harris Theater is located in the cultural heart of downtown Chicago, against the spectacular backdrop of Millennium Park – the top tourist attraction in the Midwest. As the home venue of nearly 30 of Chicago’s not-for-profit arts organizations and a presenter of great artists from around the world, the Theater boasts some of the most diverse offerings of any multi-use venue in downtown Chicago.

A destination venue for live performances and cultural events, the Theater provides a unique setting for conference keynotes, corporate meetings, product launches, live tapings, and commercial productions. Prominent artists, companies, and thought leaders that have appeared on the Harris stage include Mikhail Baryshnikov, Joshua Bell, English National Ballet, Tom Hanks, Chelsea Handler, Angélique Kidjo, Marie Kondo, Ernst & Young, KPMG, Paris Opera Ballet, Stuff You Should Know, and Sheryl Sandberg, among others.

With a range of private event spaces, lighting and technical inventory, and modern amenities included in the rental rate, the Harris Theater is a flexible and accessible space that can be tailored to any event. Beyond the facility itself, the Theater’s in-house technical expertise, box office and ticketing support, marketing services, and experienced customer service staff will ensure that each renter has the support and infrastructure they need to execute a successful event for their clients, employees, and audience.

The Harris Theater at night with a yellow taxi driving by
Lobby Level 3
Lobby level 2 with green lighting
Room with couches, high tables, table with a linen, and a tv mounted on the wall
The Harris Theater donor room set up for a lecture
Lobby 1 activated with guest mingling
Harris Theater hallway
Image of a wall screen displaying an image with text that reads, "22/23 HT Partner Open House"
Image of an empty auditorium with a red curtain
Image of an empty auditorium. The image is centered with a purple gradient screen on stage.
Image of an empty auditorium. The shot is from the stage looking towards the seating.
Image of eight dancers on stage wearing a plain white shirt and briefs. Several spotlights light the stage while the rest of the stage is dark.
Image of a full auditorium watching an orchestra on stage
People finding seats inside the theater
Picture of the Harris Theater stage
Picture of the Harris Theater stage
Image of the stage from the balcony. On stage an orchestra and a choir perform.
Picture of a seated dinner onstage.
Image of an empty rehearsal room filled with wall mirrors and three bars for dancers.
Image of an empty lounge room. On the left-side of the room, four tables with chairs are placed. On the right-side of the room four stripped couch chairs with side tables are placed. A tv hangs the wall of the right-side of the room.
Image of Dressing Room 1 filled with a piano, a vanity mirror setup, a couch, accent chair, and small table fill the room. A sink indicating a bathroom is shown.
Image of Dressing Room 2. There is a vanity mirror station with chairs and a black locker to the left of the vanity. Through the open door on the right-side you can see the hallway.
The Harris Theater at night with a yellow taxi driving by
Lobby Level 3
Lobby level 2 with green lighting
Room with couches, high tables, table with a linen, and a tv mounted on the wall
The Harris Theater donor room set up for a lecture
Lobby 1 activated with guest mingling
Harris Theater hallway
Image of a wall screen displaying an image with text that reads, "22/23 HT Partner Open House"
Image of an empty auditorium with a red curtain
Image of an empty auditorium. The image is centered with a purple gradient screen on stage.
Image of an empty auditorium. The shot is from the stage looking towards the seating.
Image of eight dancers on stage wearing a plain white shirt and briefs. Several spotlights light the stage while the rest of the stage is dark.
Image of a full auditorium watching an orchestra on stage
People finding seats inside the theater
Picture of the Harris Theater stage
Picture of the Harris Theater stage
Image of the stage from the balcony. On stage an orchestra and a choir perform.
Picture of a seated dinner onstage.
Image of an empty rehearsal room filled with wall mirrors and three bars for dancers.
Image of an empty lounge room. On the left-side of the room, four tables with chairs are placed. On the right-side of the room four stripped couch chairs with side tables are placed. A tv hangs the wall of the right-side of the room.
Image of Dressing Room 1 filled with a piano, a vanity mirror setup, a couch, accent chair, and small table fill the room. A sink indicating a bathroom is shown.
Image of Dressing Room 2. There is a vanity mirror station with chairs and a black locker to the left of the vanity. Through the open door on the right-side you can see the hallway.
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Street Level 

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Lobby Level 3

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Lobby Level 2

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Donor Room Reception

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Donor Room Lecture

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Lobby 

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Lobby Level 1

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Lobby Level  1 Screen

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Auditorium with Curtain  

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Auditorium Full Stage

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Auditorium Seating 

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Onstage Dance

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Onstage Orchestra Shell 

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Full House with Stage 

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Onstage Picture 

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Onstage Picture 2

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Onstage Picture 3

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Onstage Seated Dinner

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Backstage Rehearsal Room

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Backstage Performer's Lounge 

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Backstage Dressing Room 1

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Backstage Dressing Room 2

Image of the Harris Theater venue stage left

Rent the Harris

All entities must complete and submit our Rental Application Form to be considered for a rental. If there are additional questions concerning your rental or questions, please email rentals@harristheaterchicago.org. 

Our space was built with music and dance in mind, but it can also be the perfect backdrop for a variety of events such as a corporate meeting, conference, speaker series, podcast, gala, or graduation. We look forward to learning about the specifics of your event and offer our informational guide to give an idea of what is possible in our venue.

Please note that the Harris Theater Rooftop Terrace is booked and managed by Transwestern. For information concerning availability and pricing of the Rooftop Terrace, please reach out to Lara Ziemba, Director of Events, Millennium Park and Cultural Center at Lara.Ziemba@transwestern.com. 

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