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The New Regal Theatre is a storied Chicago landmark renowned for its Moorish-inspired architecture and a long tradition of presenting legendary African American performers. Located at 1641 East 79th Street in Chicago, IL, this atmospheric venue has hosted icons from Ray Charles and B.B. King to Patti LaBelle and Tupac, and it remains a key cultural hub in the Hyde Park/Bronzeville neighborhood. While the theater has undergone redevelopment and is not currently listed as demolished, it continues to be a focal point for historic preservation and live arts in the city.
We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan a visit: seating basics, parking and transit options, and convenient hotel and restaurant recommendations in the Hyde Park area. Secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss process and enjoy a seamless experience at this Chicago landmark.
The venue historically accommodates a seating range around 2,250–2,300 seats, with references to a goal of 2,500 in renovation plans. Specific current seating charts aren’t publicly published, so plan to verify the section you want availability when you browse tickets. There’s no dedicated on-site lot, but street parking has traditionally served patrons, and nearby parking options in Hyde Park and Bronzeville areas are convenient. For transit, the New Regal Theatre sits near Metra Electric District’s 79th Street corridor (79th Street – Chatham) with CTA bus connections; nearby Metra stations and CTA routes provide accessible options for getting to and from the venue.
Nearby hotels and dining options frequently recommended for visitors include Hyde Park-area accommodations such as the Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center, along with other hotels in Hyde Park and Bronzeville. If you’re planning a weekend event, consider pairing your show with local dining experiences and cultural attractions in the neighborhood. Remember, we’re here to make ticketing straightforward—no fuss, just your seats secured for the night you want.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1641 East 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60649 (some sources list 1645 E 79th; both addresses appear in historic materials).
- Capacity: historically about 2,250 seats; various sources cite 2,300 or, in renovation plans, a target of 2,500 seats.
- Venue type: atmospheric Moorish-style performing arts center / African American cultural venue; designated Chicago Landmark.
- Seating chart: no public current seating chart available; historically the auditorium included orchestra and balcony seating with roughly a couple thousand seats (estimates 2,250–2,300).
- Parking: no dedicated on-site lot; historically a small behind-the-theater parking area existed and patrons often used street parking.
- Transit: near Metra Electric District’s 79th Street corridor (79th Street – Chatham area) with CTA bus connections; closest Metra stations include 79th Street (Chatham) and nearby CTA routes.
- Nearby hotels: Hyde Park vicinity offers options such as Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center (5225 S Harper Ave), among other Hyde Park/Bronzeville hotels.
- Notable events hosted: long history of African American performers (Ray Charles, B.B. King, Patti LaBelle, Tupac, etc.); Obama election-night celebration reportedly held there in 2008; Tyler Perry and George Clinton have performed there; Kanye West pledged restoration funding in recent years.
- Renamed/demolished status: originally Avalon Theater; renamed New Regal Theater in 1987; later branded Avalon Regal Theater; building remains standing as a landmark and is undergoing redevelopment; it has not been demolished.