The Oriental Theatre (Formerly The Ford Theater)
24 W. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60601
TEDxMidwest
| Thursday, October 13, 2011 | |
| Registration | 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Speaker Session | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
| Reception | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Friday, October 14, 2011 | |
| Registration | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM |
| Speaker Sessions | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Reception | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
TEDxYouth@Midwest
| Saturday, October 15, 2011 | |
| Registration | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
| Speaker Sessions | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
The Oriental Theatre in Chicago
As one of the first motion picture palaces whose décor was inspired by the Far East, Chicago’s Oriental Theatre opened in May 1926. The theatre originally presented popular first-run motion pictures, complemented by lavish stage shows and, later, live musical performers until it fell into disrepair and was closed to the public in 1981. As part of Mayor Richard M. Daley’s vision to create a thriving Theatre District, the Oriental was restored to its original grandeur and re-opened in 1998. Broadway In Chicago’s Oriental Theatre has since been home to many hit theatrical productions (including the record-breaking run of Wicked) and special events including the recent live telecast Chicago Mayoral Debate.
 The entrance lobby at The Oriental Theatre |
Parking:
A convenient Interpark garage is one block east of the Theatre on Randolph (just south of Lake Street).
Public Transportation:
The Theatre is conveniently located one block southwest of the “L” RED line Lake station in downtown Chicago (on the north side of the street). For more details, call the CTA Hotline at (773) 836-7000.
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