Court Theatre

Court Theatre is across the street from the Gerald Ratner Athletic Center at the University of Chicago, just south of 55th Street. The entrance can be found on the south side of the building just east of Ellis Ave.

We’ve included some parking and public transportation details below. Visit the Court Theatre’s website for complete details.

Directions and Parking

PARKING

Street Parking

Limited street parking is free around the theatre! Since Court is on a college campus, there may be other events around the theatre. Make sure to plan ahead if you intend on utilizing the free street parking.

Parking Garage

You may park in the covered parking garage at the corner of 55th and Ellis Ave. There are accessible parking spaces within the garage. Upon arrival, the gate will be down. Please pull up to the gate arm, and the gate will raise to allow entry. You do not need to pull a ticket. Upon exit, the gate will be down. Please pull up to the gate arm, and the gate will raise to allow exit. You will not need a voucher or ticket to exit. Should you have any issues, please press the call button for assistance.

Parking Lot

You can park in the small lot right outside of the entrance doors. It’s free from 4pm – 6am and all day on Saturdays and Sundays. Please note that these spots fill up fast. There are two accessible parking spots.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

The #55 Garfield bus stops on 55th Street at S. Ellis Avenue.

From the Loop, patrons can transfer from the Garfield Red Line train or the #6 Jackson Park Express.

For more public transportation options, please visit TransitChicago.com.

Black symbol of stick figure in a wheelchairACCESSIBILITY

For more information on accessible paths to Court, view Court Theatre on the campus map. Select the Accessibility box in the left menu to show accessible routes and entrances on the University of Chicago campus.

Theatre and seating:
  • Court’s lobby is located on the ground level and a greeter will be at the front door to offer you assistance.
  • The restrooms have wheelchair accessible stalls.
  • The Abelson Auditorium has wheelchair accessible seating located just inside the house doors

For more information on Court Theatre’s accessibility program, visit their website. 

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Reminders

  • Late seating at discretion of the House Manager
  • Will Call or Emailed Tickets
  • Accessibility