Briar Street Theatre

A lot smaller than I imagined but had a blast! FYI it’s a cash bar. Selection sucked but at least they had a selection!

I absolutely loved blueman group! What a fun time. I haven’t laughed so much in a long time! I love how interactive the show is and I was entertained the entire time. I highly recommend this show for all ages!

I’ve been to the Briar Street Theatre for the Blue Man Group show 3 times in the last 10-​ish years with the most recent time being this January. From what I remember, there are definitely some aspects of the show that is repeated and some parts are new/​changed. It has been a fun experience each time. The second time, my boyfriend and I were asked to participate as the «late arrivals» and we got some free items from the store for doing so. Even though it was small, this was fun!
I agree with other reviews that it is worth paying the $ 15 parking at the adjacent lot. Super convenient especially in winter months. The theatre is small and cozy which is perfect for the show and how interactive it is. I would definitely recommend as a fun outing.

What can I say the show was great as usual… Had a couple of beers for 6.00 each not bad. Big military discount for tickets. Thank you for that.

I Went here as a kid to see blue man group 10 years ago and recently went back to see the action. The place is absolutely perfect for a crazy night. I saw lots of families and everyone was having fun. The venue has a great sound system and great renditions of
the blue man group.
The parking is on site and affordable and the staff is friendly! Bring your kids for a night they will always remember

Been to many shows (i.e. Cirque du soleil, Ka, Zarkana, Miss Saigon, Penn & Teller, Zumanity, Jabawookeez, etc.) and Blue Man Group was the worst ever. First, we noticed the audience was 80% children/​teenagers which basically sums it up. This show is for kids (besides a few adult jokes). Before the show starts, they ask everyone to verbally make an oath (like a pledge of allegiance)…not to use your cell phone. WTF!!! I thought we’re adults… oh wait, I forgot all the little kids around me. An example… there was a cereal scene with «Cap’n Crunch»…and all I have to say, «Trix are for kids.»
Throughout the show there was no story line or rhyme or reason whatsoever. Catching bubble gum in the air, cha cha dancing, Twinkie eating, fire extinguishers, body painting, a video down a guy’s throat (absolutely disgusting), making fun of a couple coming late, etc… Every scene was choppy and did not make any sense. They try to be comical, which seemed like I was watching the Three Stooges. At the end they shoot paper strings at you and throw over-​sized air filled balls in the audience to play with. I felt like I was in a daycare. Enough said.

When I came here, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Compared to a lot of theaters in Chicago, this one is much smaller, dirtier, and darker. You won’t find ornate chandeliers or murals on the walls. When we first pulled up I wasn’t sure if we were even in the right place.
However, it is the perfect venue for a show like Blue Man Group. It’s dark, and small enough for the performers to get into the crowd and create interaction. Parking is $ 15 in their lot (you can find metered street parking near by as well). They put on a good show, something I would definitely recommend that everyone sees at least once just because it is so different. And, like all theaters, the drinks are pricey.
Not my favorite venue but fitting for this show.

This is my 3^rd time seeing BMG.
First time I saw them, I thought it was amazing. This time, I think it’s good… but probably won’t go back.
The theatre is cute. They definitely engage the crowd. It’s pretty good laughs for the whole family.
My little sister was chosen to be the girl that eats the twinkies with them. Ha. It was funny.
A lot of the show has changed in the last 10yrs… but a lot is recycled. I definitely think if you haven’t been, you should check it out.

I have not been here for a few years, so I forget that the parking lot is packed. Literally, they pack everyone in to every last inch. So if you do not get to your car quickly after the show, you are blocking someone else in. Parking is $ 15. Do not cheap out. Just pay it. It is totally worth it.
Once you get in, it is so hard to make your way to the bar. That might be a good decision as everything is crazy pricey. Sorry, but it is. A beer is $ 6 and there are not many great options.
The whole theater is fitted to look like an extension of the show. I love it. The show itself is fantastic. The theater makes the show an intimate experience. I would definitely check it out.

I laughed I cried; because I actually bought tickets to this crap. What a horrible show. Save your money go watch kids beat on buckets outside Macy’s.
This is one of those shows that’s so bad that only the trendy understand it. It’s really just bad cause it’s bad.

RUDE STAFF at the Box Office.
I just got off the phone with the box office and I cannot believe how unprofessional they were.
I was interested in purchasing 5 tickets for tonight’s BlueMan group show. I had a question about the show because I was planning on bringing my mother whom is an asthmatic and I just wanted to check and see if they used smoke machines throughout the performance. The lady whom I spoke with was very nice at first, she told me she wasn’t sure but she was going to double check. All was fine and dandy until she forgot to hit the hold button.
I heard her ask another person the same question, the person responded «I’m not sure, I know they use a fire extinguisher» then the original lady who I was talking to laughed and said «I just LOVE these STUPID questions I get asked. I’m just going to tell them no»
What. The. Hell. I was calling for a medical reason. If you don’t know the correct answer then just say so.
God forbid I actually took my mother and was given the wrong information and she ended up in the hospital all because you just LOVE all these STUPID questions you get asked and are too lazy to do your damn job. I am happy to say I did NOT purchase tickets for the show. I am not about to spend $ 500 at an establishment that couldn’t care less about the well being of their customers. This company either needs to hire more professional employees or teach them how to use the damn hold button.

Saw the blue man group here. The venue smaller then expected but so worth it! The troupe was interactive and got the crowd involved. The music, colors and acts were spectacular. It’s a must see!

My favorite part was the small size and comfort. The worse part is sometimes in the front row you get a waft of rotten banana or something, no its not me. There are several parking lots in the area for easy walking, The neighborhood has many cool things to do like restaurants galore and this store called the Alley I would love to look at longer. There are many men on the street holding hands so that was interesting. Just a total blast!

There seems to be quite a few varying reviews of this theatre. I wasn’t sure what we would find. But we found it eclectic and fun. I loved the old weird stuff all over the lobby, but as another Unilocaler brought out, I’m not sure how often it gets cleaned…
The bar serves good drinks but they are expensive and it’s cash only.
We’ve seen Blue Man Group a few times at other venues and this one didn’t have anything incredibly new, but seeing them at this theatre was pretty cool. I’m glad we came. The pictures with the Group after was fun too.

Neat little venue to see the Blue Man Group. We didn’t have any problems finding this place, well, we had a little help from our GPS too. Parking beside the theatre, but its $ 14.50/car. Inside of the theatre is pretty cool. Heads up as you are not allowed to take pictures inside of the theatre — the staff will be on you when they see you doing it. Overall the place was neat. We’ve been to see the BMG here in town before and didn’t really see anything new at this venue. Felt like it was almost a waste of our money to purchase the tickets. Overall it was a fun place to visit.

First question: Do they ever clean all the dust and junk that builds up on the weird stuff in the lobby to entertain people before doors? Follow up question: Do they ever clean the paint off things inside the theater? Just wondering…
At least the staff is excited and engaged in the show. They will be watching you like hawks to make sure you are not taking any videos or pictures. It was fun counting how many seconds it took them to reprimand people.

BEST night out in a while. It is not to far off the brown line and is currently playing the Blue Man Group. AWESOME! It is a must go and make sure that if you are sitting up front, where the RAIN GEAR!!!
I would also suggest coming early because there are some great places to get a bite before the theater. All a short walk from the theater.

Short and sweet review. Parking is available at their lot but it’s $ 14. Better off finding street parking for 4 bucks for 2 hours. Show was great. Changed since I last went which was about 10 years ago. Not too busy, they don’t sell out anymore. Bought my tickets off of goldstar but they have deals on living social and groupon all the time.

So I messed up bad. I bought livingsocial vouchers for a show on the 22^nd. Showed up on the 15^th and didn’t notice it until I got to the box office. Oops. Manager was VERY cool about it, and got me tickets to that day’s show without any hassle at all. Very friendly, now that’s awesome customer service!
Otherwise, it’s a great venue for BMG. The lobby is to play around with, including the bathroom music.

«I know why you’re here, Neo. I know what you’ve been doing… why you hardly sleep, why you live alone, and why night after night, you sit by your computer. You’re looking for him. I know because I was once looking for the same thing. And when he found me, he told me I wasn’t really looking for him. I was looking for an answer. It’s the question that drives us, Neo. It’s the question that brought you here. You know the question, just as I did.»
«What is the Matrix?»
Ok, so I am a nerd. But as I entered Briar Street Theatre, lines from the Matrix began cycling through my head. I started thinking about red pills, blue pills, machine driven societies, etc.
AND NO WONDER WHY. This place is a perfect set up for these thoughts. Cabels of wires run through the ceiling in the lobby, throughout the doors, you speak through tubes to get your tickets. Music is literally pipped into the bathrooms. It is a fantastic set up for the show.
The show? Well, that is anther review– and a great time.