Chicago: CIBC Theatre
CIBC Theatre is located at 18 West Monroe Street in the Loop area of downtown Chicago.
The theater opened in 1906 as the Majestic Theatre, named for The Majestic Building in which it is housed. The Majestic was a popular vaudeville theater offering approximately 12 to 15 vaudeville acts running from 1:30 pm to 10:30 pm, six days-per-week. By the 1920s the theater had become part of the Orpheum Circuit and presented many famous vaudeville headliners including Al Jolson, Eddie Foy, Harry Houdini, Lily Langtry, and Fanny Brice.
In 1932, the theater closed during the Great Depression. In 1945, the Shubert Organization purchased the venue, remodeled, and reopened it as the Sam Shubert Theatre. The Nederlander Organization purchased the building in 1991, however, Chicago Public Schools owned the land until 1997 when Nederlander also purchased it. Between January 2005 and May 2006, the theater underwent restoration and a name change to the LaSalle Bank Theatre and floors 4-21 of the adjoining office building were converted to the Hampton Inn Majestic Hotel. The hotel & theatre share the building, with the theatre on floors 1-6 & the hotel on floors 4-21.
As the first theater built in Chicago after the Iroquois Theatre fire, the Majestic Theatre was specially cited for its fire safety. This theater was also constructed to bring a more elegant audience into the vaudeville circuit. The architects, Edmund R. Krause and the Rapp Brothers (George and Cornelius), thought that by using decadent colors and textures they could attract a more upper-class crowd than traditionally attended vaudeville. The house of the theater also has two prosceniums. These were constructed to racially segregate the audience, as they prevent patrons on the ground level from seeing the patrons on upper levels. Also, by some sources, this theater was once Chicago's tallest building.
During the 2005–2006 restoration, elevators were finally installed within the theater. Previously, patrons had to exit the theater and use the elevators in the office building to reach the balcony. As part of the general revamp of the theater, paint chips were analyzed and the theater was repainted in what is believed to be the original color scheme. Most of the original fixtures, as well as the mosaic floor installed in the lobby when the theater opened in 1906, remain. Restorers also discovered a hidden archway in the lobby concession space during their work. This elaborately decorated arch had been walled-over years ago and was forgotten until construction began. The theater now holds 1,800 seats.
This theater has been home to many pre-Broadway tours and world premieres. Michael Crawford played a one-night benefit concert for the newly restored theater's opening night May 24, 2006. Martin Short performed in his sketch comedy satire Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me for two weeks in July 2006. High School Musical premiered in July 2007 during its pre-Broadway tour. Jersey Boys began a 28-month run at the theater in October 2007, followed by the pre-Broadway premiere of Cyndi Lauper's Kinky Boots in October and November 2012. The theater hosted a sit-down production of The Book of Mormon which officially opened on December 19, 2012, and played through October 6, 2013. In December 2015, it began the premiere engagement of a new musical Gotta Dance directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell and starring Georgia Engel, Stefanie Powers, Lillias White and Andre DeShields. The production played through January 17, 2016. The theater is hosting a resident production of Hamilton that started September 27, 2016.
As the Shubert Theater, the venue hosted the premiere of The Goodbye Girl in 1993 prior to its Broadway run. The show was an adaption by Neil Simon of his screenplay of the same name with music by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by David Zippel and starred Bernadette Peters and Martin Short. In July 1995, the stage adaption of Victor/Victoria premiered starring Julie Andrews, Tony Roberts and Michael Nouri. It ran until September when it moved to New York. In December 2001, John Lithgow starred in Sweet Smell of Success. Movin' Out, based on the songs of Billy Joel and conceived, choreographed and directed by Twyla Tharp, premiered in June 2002. The final production before renovation was Monty Python's Spamalot which began its pre-Broadway run in December 2004. The production was directed by Tony and Academy Award-winner Mike Nichols and starred David Hyde Pierce, Tim Curry and Hank Azaria.
The Private Bank Theatre - Chicago (Hamilton)
June 1, 2017 - Finally saw HAMILTON! Amazing production at The Private Bank Theatre. As photos are not allowed during the show I photographed the theatre itself. A few extra photos are in the mix - I toured the Theatre in August, 2016. Soundtrack: Clair De Lune. It just seemed perfect for the beautifully restored theatre. Our seats were on the Dress Circle level, Box #1. Outstanding view, worth every penny.
Places to see in ( Chicago - USA ) Oriental Theatre
Places to see in ( Chicago - USA ) Oriental Theatre
The Oriental Theatre is a theater located at 24 West Randolph Street in the Loop area of downtown Chicago, Illinois. Opened in 1926 as a deluxe movie palace, today the Oriental is operated by Broadway In Chicago, a subsidiary of the Nederlander Organization. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as New Masonic Building and Oriental Theater.
The Oriental Theatre opened in 1926 as one of many ornate movie palaces built in Chicago during the 1920s by the firm Rapp and Rapp. It was built on the same location as the former Iroquois Theatre (later the Colonial Theatre) site of a disastrous 1903 fire that claimed over 600 lives. Although the façade looks identical, the Oriental retained nothing from the building that once stood on the same site.
The Oriental continued to be a vital part of Chicago's theater district into the 1960s, but patronage declined in the 1970s along with the fortunes of the Chicago Loop in general. Late in the decade, the theater survived by showing exploitation films. It closed in 1981 and was vacant for more than a decade. The Oriental is one of several houses now operating in Chicago's revitalized Loop Theater District. According to Richard Christiansen, the opening of the Oriental spurred on the restoration of other theaters in The Loop.
The district is also home to the Cadillac Palace Theatre, CIBC Theatre (formerly The PrivateBank Theatre), the Goodman Theatre, and the Chicago Theatre. Randolph Street was traditionally the center of downtown Chicago's entertainment district until the 1960s when the area began to decline. The now demolished United Artists Theatre, Woods Theatre, Garrick Theater, State-Lake Theatre and Roosevelt Theatre were located on or near Randolph Street.
The architects of the Oriental were George L. and Cornelius W. Rapp, who also built the Palace and Chicago Theatres. The Oriental features decor inspired by the architecture of India. The 3,250-seat theater was operated by the city's dominant theater chain, Balaban and Katz (a subsidiary of Paramount Pictures).
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Chicago Things to Do and Hamilton the musical!
Today we are all about enjoying the city. We eat at a wonderful little cafe for breakfast called Wildberry Cafe, meander through art pieces like Agora that start conversations for us that are more silly and less thought provoking. At the Navy Pier we ride the famous ferris wheel and walk and explore to the end of the pier. Great views of Chicago! We end our evening at CIBC watching the musical Hamilton. I couldn't think of a better way to end our adventure in Chicago but with good food, good entertainment and good friends. If you have any questions or comments please leave them in the section below. I'd love to chat with you about all things travel!
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St Clair Hotel Downtown Magnificent Mile Chicago
As the premier hotel of The Red Collection, The St. Clair Hotel - Magnificent Mile presents an upscale yet affordable experience located in the heart of downtown Chicago.
With our hotel standing at the prime downtown Chicago location of St. Clair and Ontario, we offer our guests the convenience of city-center exploration as well as the elevated comforts expected from a modern downtown stay.
The St. Clair Hotel - Magnificent Mile is within walking distance to a variety of Chicago’s most notable attractions including the Magnificent Mile, 360 Chicago Observatory, Navy Pier, the Chicago Theatre and Oriental Theatre. You’ll also find us only three miles away from Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum of Natural History, Adler Planetarium and Soldier Field. Take a direct drive just north of the city to see the campus of Northwestern University or hop on a show-sponsored shuttle to get to your event at McCormick Place.
This hotel is also convenient to both Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD).
We offer our guests the convenience of valet parking, Fast Free Verified Wi-Fi and complimentary Seattle’s Best coffee in every room.
Upgrade to stay in one of our Elite Windy City 2 King Beds rooms featuring two king beds, a free Sleep Enhancing Kit and a customized “Windy City” Chicago-themed welcome snack ready upon your arrival. Ask us about our group rates. The St. Clair Hotel - Magnificent Mile provides a pet-friendly atmosphere.
Discover the vibrant pulse of downtown Chicago when you stay at The St. Clair Hotel - Magnificent Mile located only one block away from the Magnificent Mile, a must-see destination for shopping and dining.
Our hotel reflects the Windy City’s chic style while also capturing the historic charm of the historic Streeterville neighborhood.
As part of The Red Collection, The St. Clair Hotel - Magnificent Mile features a welcoming lobby with plush hightops as well as newly-designed rooms with modern, clean and fresh décor for a relaxing city stay.
The St. Clair Hotel - Magnificent Mile is ideal for both city explorers and business travelers seeking to stay in the center of downtown Chicago near the iconic Chicago River. You can find Chicago’s best upscale shopping and restaurants as well as the best views of the city at 360 Chicago Observatory just blocks away from our hotel. For guests traveling on business, take a show-sponsored shuttle to and from the conventions held at McCormick Place or walk to the corporate and government offices located in the Loop. Take a short cab ride or the Red Line of the Chicago “L” to experience Chicago’s Museum Campus featuring Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum of Natural History, Soldier Field and Adler Planetarium. Stroll along Lake Michigan for an afternoon at the beach or enjoy the promenade at Navy Pier. During your stay, explore Chicago’s live music scene at one of the city’s renown jazz or blues clubs, a performance at the world-famous Second City comedy club or a Broadway show at one of Chicago’s famous theaters including the Oriental Theatre, the CIBC Theatre and Cadillac Palace Theatre. We are a short drive from the campus of Northwestern University and accessible to both Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD).
Sleep comfortably in our newly-renovated, 100% smoke-free rooms featuring Fast Free Verified Wi-Fi, silky bedding, pillow top mattresses and spa-inspired bathrooms with multi-flow shower heads. We offer our guests in-room amenities such as large flat screen TVs, work desks, hairdryers, in-room coffee makers, iron and ironing board with our Superior, Deluxe and Elite rooms offering a microwave and mini-refrigerator. Upgrade your stay to an Elite Windy City 2 King Beds room that features two large king beds, a free Sleep Enhancing Kit and a customized “Windy City” Chicago-themed snack box ready in your room. We also offer access to our guest laundry facility. One well-behaved pet per room is welcome at The St. Clair Hotel - Magnificent Mile.
Review: Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District Hotel
View the inside of a room with one king bed at the Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District hotel in downtown Chicago, IL. The hotel’s address is 22 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603.
The hotel is conveniently located in the Theatre District in the Loop in downtown Chicago and is in very close proximity to the Blue Line subway stop at Monroe. The total travel time duration from O’Hare to the Monroe station via the Blue Line was approximately 40 minutes. Just as equally close to the Blue Line Monroe station is the Red Line station, which is best for getting around Chicago in north and south directions.
There are several tourist attractions within walking distance of the Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago hotel, including:
CIBC Theatre – Host to the most popular Broadway musicals, this theatre seats 1800 people and is adjacent to the hotel.
Millennium Park – A popular spot in the heart of Chicago for architecture, outdoor concerts, and outdoor workouts. One of the most iconic works of out is Cloud Gate, which is commonly referred to as “The Bean”. Heading east from the hotel, it’s approximately a ¼ mile walk to Millennium Park, and once you’ve reached the park, it will require walking north for another ¼ mile to reach Cloud Gate.
Willis Tower – An iconic 110-story skyscraper. The Willis Tower was the tallest building in the world up until 2014 when a new building was constructed at the rebuilt World Trade Center site in New York, NY. Tourists are attracted to the Skydeck, which is a fully enclosed glass balcony that extends four feet outside of the 103rd floor. The balcony is commonly referred to as “The Ledge.” Willis Tower is a ½ mile walk southwest from the Hampton Inn Majestic Theatre hotel.
The hotel is comprised of 21 floors. The lobby is on the 4th floor. Upon check-in, the guest services were friendly and we were checked into our room quickly. We were informed of the free continental breakfast in the morning and the Wi-Fi login information.
The room was very clean and properly stocked with toiletries. The bed was comfortable and there were more than enough pillows. The curtains were exceptional at keeping out sunlight in the morning and we heard no street-noise at night while sleeping. We did not hear any noises through the walls from the adjoining guests, either. The Wi-Fi connection was strong and gave us no connectivity issues. The checkout process was great and everyone working at the hotel was friendly during our stay.
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00:02:21 1.1 Formation and early years
00:05:42 1.2 1970s–present
00:10:21 1.3 Notable Court Cases
00:15:45 2 Headquarters
00:19:18 3 Structure
00:20:44 3.1 Presidents of the NCAA
00:21:45 3.2 Division history
00:21:54 4 Player eligibility
00:24:30 5 NCAA sponsored sports
00:26:50 5.1 Men's programs
00:28:06 5.2 Women's programs
00:28:45 5.3 Emerging Sports for Women
00:29:46 6 Sports added and dropped
00:30:52 6.1 Men's sports
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00:33:17 7 Championships
00:34:47 7.1 Trophies
00:35:10 7.2 Football Bowl Subdivision
00:35:37 8 Conferences
00:35:54 8.1 Division I
00:36:24 8.1.1 Division I FCS football-only conferences
00:36:32 8.1.2 Division I hockey-only conferences
00:36:41 8.2 Division II
00:37:15 8.3 Division III
00:38:27 8.3.1 Division III football-only conferences
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00:41:08 9 Media
00:41:47 10 Office of Inclusion
00:43:11 10.1 Inclusion and Diversity Campaign
00:44:33 10.1.1 NCAA Inclusion Statement
00:49:25 10.1.2 Gender Equity and Title IX
00:50:24 10.1.3 LGBTQ
00:51:02 10.1.4 Race and Ethnicity
00:51:42 10.1.5 Student-Athletes with Disabilities
00:54:38 10.1.6 International Student-Athletes
00:59:35 11 College team name changes
00:59:51 12 Rules violations
01:01:16 13 Sponsors
01:02:25 14 Finances
01:07:39 14.1 NCAA expenditures
01:08:52 14.1.1 Expenses by category
01:11:26 14.2 Player compensation proposals
01:11:50 15 Individual awards
01:12:44 16 Other collegiate athletic organizations
01:13:21 16.1 In the United States
01:13:40 16.2 Foreign equivalents
01:13:49 16.3 International governing body
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The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is a nonprofit organization that regulates student athletes from 1,268 North American institutions and conferences. It also organizes the athletic programs of many colleges and universities in the United States and Canada, and helps more than 480,000 college student-athletes who compete annually in college sports. The organization is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
In its 2016–17 fiscal year the NCAA took in $1.06 billion in revenue, over 82% of which was generated by the Division I Men's Basketball Tournament.
In August 1973, the current three-division system of Division I, Division II, and Division III was adopted by the NCAA membership in a special convention. Under NCAA rules, Division I and Division II schools can offer scholarships to athletes for playing a sport. Division III schools may not offer any athletic scholarships. Generally, larger schools compete in Division I and smaller schools in II and III. Division I football was further divided into I-A and I-AA in 1978. Subsequently, the term Division I-AAA was briefly added to delineate Division I schools which do not field a football program at all, but that term is no longer officially used by the NCAA. In 2006, Divisions I-A and I-AA were respectively renamed the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and Football Championship Subdivision (FCS).
Controversially, the NCAA severely caps the benefits that collegiate athletes can receive from their schools. There is a consensus among economists that these caps for men's basketball and football players benefit the athletes' schools (through rent-seeking) at the expense of athletes.