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About Jazz Showcase

Located in the heart of Chicago's South Loop, Jazz Showcase is one of the city’s most enduring intimate jazz clubs. Since its founding in 1947 by Joe Segal, the venue has hosted jazz legends and rising stars alike, earning a reputation for top-tier performances in a warm, clubby setting. The space seats up to 170 guests, delivering a close-up experience where every note feels personal. Although public seating charts aren’t published, guests typically enjoy a comfortable, front-and-center view that keeps the music at the center of the evening.

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Whether you’re a longtime jazz fan or discovering the scene, Jazz Showcase offers a recognizable, no-fuss way to enjoy live music in Chicago. We’ve got you covered with secure, straightforward ticket options and insider tips for getting the most out of your night out in the Loop.

Getting there is convenient via mass transit, with the Harrison Red Line El-stop and LaSalle Street Metra nearby. If you’re driving, there is limited paid parking behind the venue after 6:30pm for the best available price. Nearby accommodations include Le Méridien Essex Chicago, Hotel Blake, Hilton Garden Inn Downtown South Loop, The Blackstone, and Palmer House, all within easy reach for a post-show stroll or a quick walk back to your hotel. Reserve your seats with us and enjoy one of Chicago’s most storied jazz rooms, where history meets tonight’s groove.

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Notable moments in Jazz Showcase’s history include performances from Count Basie, Dizzy Gillespie, and Herbie Hancock, among many others. The venue is centrally located on South Plymouth Court (now Joe Segal Way) and continues to operate in the Dearborn Station area, preserving a long lineage of jazz tradition with a modern, intimate atmosphere.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 806 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL 60605.
  • Capacity: 170 seats (max).
  • Venue type: Intimate jazz club / performing arts venue.
  • Seating: 170-seat layout; no publicly published seating chart available.
  • Parking: Limited parking behind the building after 6:30pm for $7.
  • Transit: Near Harrison Red Line El-stop and LaSalle Street Metra.
  • Nearby hotels: Le Méridien Essex Chicago, Hotel Blake, Hilton Garden Inn Downtown South Loop, The Blackstone, Palmer House among nearby options.
  • Notable events: Founded in 1947 by Joe Segal; relocated to Dearborn Station area in 2008; hosted many jazz legends (e.g., Count Basie, Dizzy Gillespie, Herbie Hancock).
  • Renamed/demolished: Street was renamed Joe Segal Way on South Plymouth Court in honor of Joe Segal; Jazz Showcase itself continues to operate at 806 S Plymouth Ct and is not demolished.