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About Prop Theatre

Prop Theatre is a distinctive storefront venue in Chicago, operating across two intimate spaces with a total of 140 seats (75 in one space and 65 in the other). Located at 4640 N Drake Ave (with its historic storefront roots at 3502-04 N Elston Ave), Prop Thtr has a storied history, including collaborations like the Storefront Project with MCA Chicago and the Rhinoceros Theater Festival. After a pause during the pandemic, Prop Thtr relocated and continues its commitment to avant-garde performance and community-driven programming. Whether you’re planning a casual night of theatre or a focused arts outing, we’re here to help you secure your seats with straightforward, no-fuss ticket options.

Seating and venue layout: Prop Theatre operates two intimate spaces. One space seats 75; the other seats 65. Seating charts are published by Prop Thtr materials and reflect these capacities, but public charts may vary by production. If you’re unsure which space hosts a show, we’ll verify the venue layout for you and help you secure the best available seats.

Parking: There is no official on-site parking at Prop Theatre. Street parking is common in the surrounding area. For added convenience, consider nearby parking facilities such as The Salt Shed garage located at 1357 N Elston Ave. Always allow extra time for parking in busy evenings.

Transit and accessibility: Prop Theatre is conveniently located for public transit. The Blue Line Addison stop is nearby, with additional connectivity via CTA bus routes 82 and 152. If you’re planning a visit, we can map the quickest route from your starting point and confirm accessibility details for each production space.

Nearby hotels and dining: For an extended night out, consider nearby lodging and dining options. Options within reach include Best Western Plus Hawthorne Terrace at 3434 N Broadway (about 1.5 miles away) for straightforward comfort, and Inn of Chicago at 162 E Ohio St in downtown Chicago for a convenient central stay. We’ll tailor hotel recommendations to your schedule and budget, and can link you to partner dining options for a smooth pre- or post-show experience.

What to know before you go: Prop Theatre has a historic storefront background (Elston Ave) and has continued to operate from its Drake Ave base after reopening post-pandemic. If you’re checking a specific show, we’ll confirm date, venue space, and seating details in real time to ensure you secure your seats with minimal hassle. We’re your connection for dependable tickets and up-to-date venue info in the Chicago arts scene.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current main address: 4640 N Drake Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 (Prop Thtr mailing/base as of 2025).
  • Historic storefront address: 3502-04 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618.
  • Venue type: storefront theatre with two performance spaces (a 75-seat space and a 65-seat space).
  • Seating capacity: 75 seats in one space; 65 seats in the other.
  • Seating chart: public, published chart not widely available; capacities per space are shown in Prop Thtr materials.
  • Parking: no official on-site parking; street parking in the area is common, with nearby parking facilities such as The Salt Shed garage at 1357 N Elston Ave.
  • Transit: near CTA options; Time Out notes El stop on the Blue Line (Addison) and bus routes 82 and 152 as connectivity options.
  • Nearby hotels: Best Western Plus Hawthorne Terrace (3434 N Broadway, ~1.5 miles away) and Inn of Chicago (162 E Ohio St, downtown) as nearby options.
  • Notable events hosted: Rhinoceros Theater Festival (Chicago fringe festival) and collaborations like the Storefront Project with MCA Chicago.
  • Status note: storefront venue at Elston Ave closed in 2020 due to the pandemic; Prop Thtr later relocated and continues operations (Drake Ave base).