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In 1978, the new band shell began hosting events such as Taste of Chicago, an annual July 3 Independence Day fireworks celebration, the Chicago Blues, Jazz and Gospel Festivals. [28] In October 1979, Pope John Paul II presided over the largest public mass ever held in Chicago on a terraced altar platform that was erected next to the band shell.
During hockey season, the Blackhawks use an Allen TH323 Theatre Organ that is a replica of the Chicago Stadium's famous Barton organ. Recreating the old organ's notes took two years. [20] The building is 140 feet (43 m) tall, [21] and is of concrete and steel construction, with 3,500 tons of steel being utilized in its construction.
Various home games for the Chicago Blackhawks 1953–1954, 1954–1955, 1955–1956 Omaha, Nebraska: St. Louis Arena: Various home games for the Chicago Blackhawks 1954–1955, 1955–1956 St. Louis, Missouri: St. Paul Auditorium: Game between the Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins, February 23, 1955 1954–1955 Saint Paul, Minnesota: Long ...
The 1966 show was the first show of what proved to be their last tour. [15] For eighteen years, the arena was the site of Chicago visits by the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus. [5] In October 1978, English rock group UFO recorded parts of what would become Strangers in the Night at the International Amphitheatre.
The Stadium hosted the Chicago Blackhawks of the NHL from 1929 to 1994 and the Chicago Bulls of the NBA from 1967 to 1994.The arena was the site of the first NFL playoff game in 1932; the 1932, 1940, and 1944 Democratic National Conventions; and the 1932 and 1944 Republican National Conventions, as well as numerous concerts, rodeo competitions, boxing matches, political rallies, and plays.
Credit Union 1 Arena is located on the campus of the University of Illinois Chicago.Originally named the UIC Pavilion, it opened in 1982, and was renovated in 2001. The arena is rented for many functions and concerts.
Wintrust Arena at McCormick Square, previously referred to as DePaul Arena or McCormick Place Events Center, [6] is a 10,387-seat sports venue in the Near South Side community area of Chicago that opened in 2017.
Pyewacket Theatre Company; The House Theatre of Chicago [78] The Practical Theatre Company; Remains Theatre [79] Redmoon Theater; Wayward Productions (formerly Chicago Fusion Theatre) Windy City Performs [80] Venues. Academy of Music; Drury Lane Theatres; Garrick Theater; Iroquois Theatre; Theatre Building Chicago (Purchased by Stage 773 ...