Name: The Lake Effect
Start: 2025-10-08T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-05-13T20:30:00-05:00
Location: The Playground Theater

Question 1

Where can I wait for the house to open?

Accepted Answer

Great question! Our buddies, My Buddy's, is a full-service bar and restaurant located on the first floor of the building. Enjoy dinner before or after the show!

Question 2

Can I bring food and drinks from My Buddy's into The Playground?

Accepted Answer

TLDR: Nope. The Playground is a water-only venue, with free filtered water available for guests during the show. Food and drink from My Buddy's, or any outside food/drink other than water, is not permitted in the venue. We're all about the H2O and the A-R-T here at The PG, bay-bee!

Question 3

BYOB?

Accepted Answer

Be Your Own Boss? HELL to the YES. Bring your own booze? Hell to the NO! Get ready to DRINK WATER! We're keeping Chicago laughing AND hydrated. We GOT you!

Question 4

Is everything really FREE at The PG?

Accepted Answer

Yes and, no. You will never have to pay to see a show at The Playground, but The Playground does have bills to pay. Donations help. Even though we have to run a business, it's none of our business what you can afford to give, if anything. It's more important that you come be a part of this thing!

Question 5

How can I participate virtually?

Accepted Answer

We are expanding our tech capabilities  to offer more regular virtual experiences. Call 312-574-0911 to  schedule a recording of the show or a  live virtual viewing.

Question 6

Accessibility

Accepted Answer

The Playground Theater is located at 4416 N Clark street on the 2nd floor, up one flight of stairs. There is no elevator/chair lift.

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