I purchased a ticket last minute to fill my time and this did not disappoint. I was kindly greeted…read moreat the doors and had a wonderful conversation with the bar tender. A couple next to me were excited for me as I told them about my becoming a grandma for the first time. They served up a great show in a quaint theater. I hope to return in the future.

Update: sat closer this time and the sound was much better. Don't know if the sound system has been…read moreupdated or its just clearer sound closer but it was much nicer. The seats are still the old movie theater style... The staff was pleasant and the interior nice. Parking was easy.

I have been a patron of Metropolis for as long as I can remember, starting with the influence of my…read moregrandpa and grandma taking me to the children's shows. The quaint theater doesn't really have a "bad" seat in the house! They have programming that spans improv, musicals, classic plays, children's theatre, educational concerts, a capella, etc. They also have a performing arts school in which my daughter has taken classes and summer camps at. One star off because I wish they would do more accessible tickets e.g. rush tickets or lotteries. One of shows of the children from the school of the performing arts was, like, $20/person. Also, the Play that Goes Wrong was $50. I can see a Broadway in Chicago show for that price if you go about it utilizing the proper channels. I do not utilize the bar during shows, but they sell snacks, which are not allowed in the theater, and drinks, which are allowed in the theater.

Very disappointed we paid for seats and then was told first come first serve. So nit happy we…read morewaited in lobby thinking we had a say section 3 seat 7-8. So our seats we 3-4 , 5-6, 7-8. For three couples. Instead seat were saved and not together. Every one in this row thought the same. It was awful and birthday party like ours and they had to divide up as some couple sat between them. I see plays on the regular and not sure I would come back here. They cast only performed to the middle section. So it was not worth what we paid. I plan to take my friends to another venue next time.

Marriott Theatre continues to prove why it's one of the best regional theaters around. The theater…read morein the round design makes every seat feel intimate, and with its 360 degree layout, there really isn't a bad seat in the house. The scenic design, lighting, and costumes beautifully transformed the space into a dreamy turn of the century Swedish countryside. A Little Night Music was such an interesting production! It had a little bit of everything including romance, humor, scandal, suspense, and plenty of unexpected plot twists. At times, it was a bit challenging to keep up with all of the intertwining storylines and relationships, but once everything started coming together, it made for a fun and entertaining experience. Even if you're not familiar with A Little Night Music, the witty humor, romance, and tangled relationships keep the story engaging from start to finish. The cast did an incredible job balancing comedy and emotion, delivering plenty of laugh out loud moments alongside heartfelt scenes. As always, Marriott Theatre made for a wonderful night out. Parking is free, the venue is comfortable, and the staff is welcoming, friendly, and organized. If you're looking for a great date night or simply love live theater, this production is absolutely worth the trip to Lincolnshire. A special shoutout to Kesha, our Community Manager, and the incredible Marriott Theatre staff. My husband recently fractured his foot and is currently using a knee scooter. They graciously accommodated us with an aisle seat at the last minute, and the staff went above and beyond by helping transport his scooter to and from our seats. That level of kindness and customer service truly made our evening stress free, and we're so grateful for their thoughtfulness.

An amazing gem of a theatre in the Chicago suburbs. Its shows are fine "in the round" which is less…read morecommon for the area. But I don't know why - it means every seat is fantastic. Lots of open public space to accommodate the crowds and - best of all - free parking!!! I saw a production of A Little Night Music, which happens to be my favorite Sondheim. But this was the first production I'd seen in the round. They made good use of space and even had fly space to drop things like lights and a swing from the ceiling. If you know the show, one character is in a wheelchair and they were able to incorporate the ramps seamlessly. I believe it's an equity production and the bio of one actress appears she was brought in from nyc. So they have the talent.

I am beyond disappointed in this dance studio. While I am very conscious about Covid 19, and the…read morechallenges that businesses such as dance studios have faced, I am beyond upset. First off, the dancing was fine. The teacher did a great job with the kids. I am not blaming her. When the studio re-opened in June, we received a letter explaining how the studio was handling keeping our children safe. It went from mandatory masks, which is the only reason I agreed to let my daughter go back, to student preference If they wanted to. It was over the limit of 10 people and no social distancing. The teacher didn't even set the example to wear a mask during class. Only a few girls wore a mask period. As I sat and watched the kids come out of the building after class, parents and children weren't wearing masks. It was a free for all. The last straw was the "recital." We were specifically told only 1 person per child could attend , again that rule wasn't enforced. I had my husband waiting in car while I went in and watched. Karyn, the owner, said she sent put a revised email the day prior, which I didn't receive. There were 22 people in a room yesterday watching with no social distancing at all. The number involved singing, which the governor has banned without a mask, and they were told to sing as loud as they could. If you are AT ALL concerned with protecting your children and keeping everyone safe, I would not recommend this studio. Maybe when this pandemic ends, it'll be a different story.

While I doubt either of my daughters will be the next Misty Copeland, Dorothy's Dance sure gives…read morethem an hour each week to sharpen their dancin' skills! Originally just my now-4 year old was enrolled in weekly intro to dance lessons (she started summer of 2016 and kept it going year round), but since my almost 2.5 year old was dying to get in on the action, I now have two dancers. Well, let's be honest, the little one does more hopping than dancing but whatever. The good news is that Dorothy's is affordable and the teachers seems enthusiastic. The studio itself is pretty bare bones - a narrow front lobby of sorts with three screens showing the dancers in action, one restroom, and a open locker room/shoe change area. While the main office has snacks and drinks for sale, there's not a water fountain in sight nor is there an alternative to the single restroom if you have to change/change your child. Communication from the studio is regular and consistent and prices for dance gear seem on par with Amazon. While I wish my daughters' recital costumes didn't cost an arm and a leg, it is what it is. Viva la Dorothy's.

I had a ton of fun watching a cover band here. Don't expect a mosh pit, the crowd runs a bit…read moreolder - ha. But everyone was in to it and having fun. The staff there were nice and knew what they were doing. I heard there was a speakeasy there but I didn't go upstairs to see it

This is a pretty nice venue! They've put in lots of work to restore this old theater and it shows…read more Seats are comfortable, decent leg room. Plenty of food and beverages to choose from. The service is fast and friendly too. Prices are not too bad either. About on par with other similar venues. There's a speakeasy two floors up, but we didn't check it out yet. I feel the sound could be better, but I know that's subjective and could be due to many variables. Anyway, check this place out! I think you'll like it.

So we did this while out in Schaumburg, having gone to Enterrium and then axe throwing. THIS was…read moreHILARIOUS. So my husband and I are both 47 yrs old. The oldest folks there. There were youngsters taking the selfie game to the next level. Dressed up. Taking their time for the perfect shot. We are Gen X. That said, we just quickly went through each "scene" and took photos and then edited later. We had so much fun and were maybe there for 30 min. You pay the fee, they give you a ring light and a little remote thing and you use your phone. It's so easy and so fun! No matter what age you are - grab a bunch of friends and do this. The photos turned out great and we had tons of great memories and laughs!

This adorable studio is nestled within Streets of Woodfield and is just a hidden gem experience…read more We came in on a Thursday afternoon and had the entire studio to ourselves for a good hour! The associate at the front desk was super enthusiastic, friendly, and amazing. She guided us through the experience and how everything works. She set the tone by being very high energy, fun and helpful. The neat thing about this studio is that it's not just having your friends take photos of you in front of different backdrops.... It's actually having your friends be in the photos too!!! There is actual equipment such as a camera stand, enhanced lighting, and a clicker button provided to you which helps you take the photos. You can literally take as many photos as you want in an hour, and all these photos are taken with your own phone!! The backdrops are gorgeous, detailed and just so much fun. There was over 20 backdrops to choose from. We genuinely had as much fun exploring the different backdrops as we did taking the photos. We felt very safe in the studio. The associate wore a mask when she interacted with us and was constantly cleaning and sanitizing. All back drops were tidy and neat as can be. They even have changing rooms here!? No detail is overlooked The photos definitely speak for themselves and what a great value to get so many photos and have so much fun. Definitely recommend this as a fun afternoon date or activity with friends in the area.

We're new to CL and my daughters wanted to take dance lessons. Being a new dance mom (so exciting,…read moreright?) I didn't know what to expect. We signed up for Hip Hop and ballet at All That Dance and had a terrible experience since day 1. My daughter would leave class each day, crying. She said the girls were being mean to her and the teacher would do nothing about it. Fine. I get it, that's not 100% the teacher's job, so I made my daughter suck it up and continue on. But then the owner, Ellen, is very disorganized. Limited mode of communication on big events, important dates, and will call you out in front of God and everyone if you are behind in a payment. We were behind on $48 because we didn't realize the month was prorated and she shared it out in front of all of the parents and kids. That is not professional. You pull the parent to the side and tell them OR send a statement (printed) in the mail or physically hand it to them. Not all parents are stuck to their email. If you are like me, Gmail shows 1,000 missed messages. ....and don't get me started on the disorganization of the dance photos - missing accessories, and hair accessories that did not compliment my daughter's ethnic hairstyle. I also feel like what my daughter learned was subpar...but it could be the first time dance mom in me...I don't have much expectations. This company may be best for some, but not for us due to our experience.

We have been attending All That Dance for the last 10 years. This place has been a home away from…read morehome for my daughter, a place where she can truly be herself and shine. The owner, Eileen, knows every student's name and treats them with kindness and respect. As a parent, I am consistently included and asked for my input. One of our favorite parts of this studio is that there are many different kinds of dance classes to explore. As my daughter progressed, she got trained in ballet, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, and hip-hop. Now as a high schooler who loves being involved in the plays and musicals, she is highly equipped to handle any form of dance they throw at her. In fact, as a freshmen, she was cast in all the productions at her high school which is rare. I credit the training in dance and poise she received from All That Dance. Overall, we couldn't be happier with our experience there. If you want dance instruction in a low pressure, fun environment, you have found your place!

After experiencing the difficulty of getting near the launch site of the fireworks shows, this year…read moreI decided to watch Itasca's firework show from a distance in Elk Grove Village. Though there was still quite a line off 53 and onto Biesterfield and Arlington Heights Roads, this is still much better than what I've experienced closer where the fireworks are launched. It's a good idea to allow a minimum of 30 min before and 30 min after for heavy congestion though even an hour after the show, the traffic was still quite heavy on the main roads. The show itself really dazzled with both a higher frequency of fireworks than many nearby spots as was a larger size fireworks. This spanned a large array of different firework types though I wish there was a little more variety in the colors available. Regardless, even from over a mile away, the show was amazing and well worth the drive nearby. It's still crowded in the surrounding towns and there were a substantial number of lines at local businesses like McDonalds who were serving food. Overall, great fireworks show to watch -- even if you're not experiencing it directly at Hamilton Lakes.

Great shot with lots of beautiful and very patriotic colors and styles of designs above our heads…read moregoing off, but was a little too short.