Independent Promoters & Corporate Event Planners…
Rent the Historic Congress Theater for your next event.

The Congress Theater plays host to the international entertainment industry’s biggest names, the Midwest’s best independent productions, and some of the city’s most unique private events. In addition to the main theater and balcony level, the venue also features a spacious four-story Entrance Pavilion. The theater is located in the burgeoning Logan Square/Bucktown/Wicker Park area, the seat of the artistic and music communities in the Midwest. It sits perfectly situated, in close proximity to the immense variety of ethnic and social communities which it serves, just blocks from the 90/94 expressway, Metra and CTA blue line trains. Please call 773-360-8162 or email rental@congresschicago.com for further information on rental procedures.

Technical Specifications

  • Audio:
  • PA System: Nexo GeoT Line Array 20- 4805 Main Array Cabinets 4- 2815 Downfill Cabinets (no front fill needed) 12 – CD18 Cardiod Sub Bass Cabinets NX242 Processing Camco and Lab Gruppen Amplification
  • Monitor System: PS15 Wedges Nexo Alpha Side Fills EV MTL2 Drum Sub Lab Gruppen Amplification NX242 Processing
  • Consoles: FOH – Yamaha PM5D RH MON – Yamaha M7CL-48
  • Lighting Consoles: Avolites Pearl 2008 w/ VDU Screen
  • Dimming: 60K Narrow Upstage / 30K Medium Downstage – PAR 64 6 – 26* Lekos 2 – 8 Lite Moles 2 – Leprecon MX2400 – 48 Channel Racks w/ Hot Patch bay
  • Intelligent: 10 – Martin Mac 2K Profile 10 – HES Studio Beam PC 1 – 208v Distro
  • Power: Audio: 100A 3 Phase – G/N R Lighting: 200A 3 Phase – G/N R
  • Placement: FOH Position is located 100’ from Stage centered in the house. MON Position is located stage left
  • Stage Dimensions: Proscenium: 45’ w x 27’ h Stage: 29 1⁄2’ d x 82’ w x 47” h
  • LED Wall: Located on back of stage wall. Modular and customizable. 640 x 480 resolution with brightness of 2100nits to 2600nits. Standard size is 20′ w x 18′ h. Inputs from your laptop or provide congress production with digital files to be mixed with a variety of mind stimulating visuals + 2 roving camera feeds.

The back of house and stage includes:

  • 83′ long x 32′ wide on-stage performance area
  • Temporary risers and stage extensions
  • Modern dressing rooms with full bathrooms and separate changing areas
  • Large catering & green room with full kitchen & prep area
  • Production office

The front of house features:

  • 20,000 sq ft of open area in front of stage
  • Up to 30 bar points
  • ATM machines
  • High capacity restroom facilities

The Entrance Pavilion contains:

  • 5,000 sq ft of space with grand staircase and small stage over foyer
  • Wireless internet access and phone lines
  • High capacity coat check service
  • Snack bar & concessions
  • Dedicated ‘merch’ and sampling areas
  • Two box offices
  • Beer and mixed drink bar, cash or charge