Facility Rental Chicago

For information about facility rental of the Chicago Mainstage or e.t.c. Stage, contact Tiffany Smith at 312-475-3560. For rental of the Donny’s Skybox Theater, contact Jay MacIntosh at 312-475-3556. For all classroom rentals contact Andrew Thorp at 312-475-3571.

The Second City is available for private parties, corporate meetings, and special events of all kinds. We offer a number of theatre spaces and classrooms, food and beverage service, customized entertainment and workshops – all under one roof with attached parking, just minutes from the heart of downtown Chicago.

The Second City Mainstage Theatre seats up to 320 and is available for both daytime and evening use. Directly next to the Mainstage, is The Second City e.t.c. Theatre which seats up to 190 and is also available daily and nightly. Each theatre comes equipped with a piano, sound and lighting systems, and stage. Beverage and food service is available in both theatres.

The Second City Training Center rents its classroom and Skybox Theater facilities on an hourly basis. Individuals and organizations have used the space for auditions, meetings, readings, special events, focus groups and performances. The classrooms are empty spaces except for chairs which can be removed. The Training Center boasts a loft design with bright colors, natural light and a great view of the Chicago skyline. Donny’s Skybox is a cabaret theater equipped with a baby grand piano, lighting and sound systems. The Training Center also has tables and chairs in its outer lobby that can be used for breakout groups, meetings and receptions.

The best availability for renting the spaces is weekdays before 7 PM. However, there may be some availability at other times. The Skybox Theater is no longer available for long term rental for evening performances.

For more information about rates and availability, call The Training Center office at 312-664-3959.