Music & Magic at Chicago Magic Lounge

Chicago Magic Lounge Unveils Holiday Programming & First Artist-in-Residence For 2024

November 14, 2023

Chicago Magic Lounge presents Peter Samelson's Magic, Love, Mystery, a mesmerizing journey through the enigmatic world of love. Experience the mystery of love through the eyes of a magician as Peter explores its many forms and reveals its secrets. Tickets available at the box office or online.

Andersonville Arts Weekend To Return This Month With Over 100 Artists

September 20, 2023

The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce will welcome back its 19tn annual Andersonville Arts Weekend, with the neighborhood transformed into a “walkable art gallery” from Friday, September 29 – Sunday, October 1, 2023.

RICH PEOPLE IN SPACE: AN ANTI-CAPITALIST MUSICAL To Open At The Bughouse Theater

August 17, 2023

Discover a dark comedy that tackles workplace culture and the influence of money in 'Rich People in Space: An Anti-Capitalist Musical.' Opening at the Bughouse Theater in Irving Park on September 7, 2023. Don't miss your chance to experience this captivating musical.

Chicago Magic Lounge to Debut AN HONEST LIVING by Justin Purcell, Directed by Mick Napier

August 10, 2023

Get ready to be amazed as the Chicago Magic Lounge presents 'An Honest Living,' a captivating new show by Justin Purcell, directed by Mick Napier. Find out when and where you can catch this mesmerizing magic performance at the Chicago Magic Lounge.

Chicago Magic Lounge to Present Comedy Magician Harrison Lampert's MIXTAPE & More This Winter

November 08, 2022

Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago’s home for close-up magic, will continue its Artist-In-Residence series with Harrison Lampert’s Mixtape, Wednesdays at 7:00pm, January 4 – March 29, 2023. 

Chicago Magic Lounge to Continue Artist-In-Residence Series with Paige Thompson's A PAIGE IN TIME

August 11, 2022

Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago’s home for close-up magic, will continue its Artist-In-Residence series with Paige Thompson’s A Paige in Time, Wednesdays at 7:00pm, October 5 – December 21, 2022. 

Chicago Magic Lounge Presents Sean Masterson's MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE, Beginning April 6

February 07, 2022

Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago’s home for close-up magic, continues its Artist-In-Residence series with Sean Masterson’s Message in a Bottle, Wednesdays at 7:00pm, April 6 – June 29, 2022.

Chicago Magic Lounge Announces Additional Holiday Programming

November 17, 2021

Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago’s home for close-up magic, continues its Artist-In-Residence series with Kayla Drescher: Magic in Heels, Wednesdays at 7:00pm, January 5 – March 30, 2022. Kayla Drescher: Magic in Heels is a wild ride of magic, laughter, and interactive fun, all done in heels because “magic in pajamas” was already taken.

Chicagoland Performing Arts Venues and Producers Announce Vaccination and Mask Requirements for Audiences

August 17, 2021

The League of Chicago Theatres shared today that a growing coalition of more than 65 performing arts venues and producers across Chicagoland have agreed upon Covid-19 Vaccination and Mask Requirements for audiences through the end of 2021.

Chicago Magic Lounge to Return in August

June 21, 2021

The Magic is Back! Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago's home for close-up magic, has announced plans to reopen its speakeasy-style Art Deco venue on August 2, 2021.

Chicago Magic Lounge Continutes Artist In Residence Series With Sean Masterson

May 07, 2019

Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago's home for close-up magic, continues its Artist-In-Residence series with Sean Masterson's Timeless Magic, Wednesdays at 7:30pm starting June 26, 2019. Tickets for all Chicago Magic Lounge shows are available at the box office, (312) 366-4500 or online at chicagomagiclounge.com.

Chicago Magic Lounge Announces Winter/Spring Offerings

January 11, 2019

Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago's home for close-up magic, announces offerings for Winter and Spring 2019, including special Signature Shows celebrating Valentine's Day and CML's one-year anniversary in February, as well as upcoming Showcase performers. Beginning April 3, Chicago Magic Lounge will also offer a new Artist-in-Residence series on Wednesday evenings at 7:30pm.

Chicago Magic Lounge Launches New Weekly Show THE SHOWCASE

December 14, 2018

Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago's home for close-up magic, announces The Showcase: New and Experimental Works, a weekly show featuring company members and special guests performing brand new material. The Showcase: New and Experimental Works will be presented on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 pm, beginning January 8, 2019 with Ryan Plunkett and Lee Benzaquin.