Community Opportunities
As Chicago’s Theatre for the People, The Auditorium offers a wide range of programs to connect what’s happening on our stage to our city.
Admit One
Do you belong to or know of a Chicago community group that has limited resources and wants to experience world-class performances at one of the most legendary theatres in Chicago? Take a look at the criteria for our ADMIT ONE program below. If your group is eligible, we encourage you to submit an application to become an Auditorium ADMIT ONE Partner!
Partner groups receive FREE tickets to one of the incredible performances in The Auditorium’s season, transportation may be provided if necessary.
Organizations and community groups that have limited resources and support the broader Chicago community are encouraged to apply. Some examples of groups might include (but are not limited to) arts-focused programs, arts-focused social services initiatives, senior groups, church groups, after-school programs, block clubs, homeless shelters, and veterans’ groups. The Auditorium ADMIT ONE program is intended to benefit Chicago-area residents — youth, families, adults, and seniors – who have limited access to attend live performances at The Auditorium. Preference may be given to groups who have never been to The Auditorium before.
If your group is not eligible for ADMIT ONE but you are still interested in attending a show at The Auditorium, please visit our Ticket Discounts page. K-12 classrooms can also check out our Student Matinee Series!
If you need assistance applying or have questions, please contact us at info@auditoriumtheatre.org or 312.341.2300.
Applications for our 2025-26 season are now OPEN! Please fill out this form.
Is Your Group Eligible?
- Are you a Chicago or Chicagoland-based neighborhood or community group? (Unfortunately, K-12 classrooms and college groups are not eligible at this time.
- Can you organize a group of 20 or more people (ages 5+) to attend a performance at The Auditorium?
- Does your group have limited access to the arts or face barriers to attending live performances?
If you’ve answered “Yes” to all of the above, your group may be eligible. Fill out the application above!
Free Dance Master Classes
Study with the professionals! Company members from our Global Dance Series lead master class workshops that give Intermediate and Advanced dancers, ages 14 & up, the opportunity to learn the technique and styles performed on our stage.
We're thrilled to announce the next two master classes in our series!
Ballet Master Class with India Bradley of NYCB
Time: Friday, March 6; 6:30-8pm
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Age: 14+
Location: Details to follow after enrollment
Description: Join India Bradley, NYCB Soloist and Dancer for Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends, for an intermediate/advance ballet masterclass. This class will focus on proper body alignment, correct placement of the body, head and arms, rotation, extensions, and turns. Pointe shoes required.
Registration opens soon!
Tap Master Class with Michelle Dorrance
Time: Friday, March 6, from 5:30-7:30pm
Skill Level: Intermediate
Age: 14+
Location: Details to follow after enrollment
Description: Taught by Michelle Dorrance, this class focuses on technique through challenging drills with emphasis on clarity, time and musicality in order to develop the strongest possible technical range. Enjoy a fun and positive atmosphere to learn this incredible American art form. Tap shoes required.
Registration opens soon!
Post Show Q&A
Join us immediately following select performances for a 20-minute post-show Q&A session. The Auditorium staff guides the conversation as performers and artistic staff from the presenting company answer audience questions about their work.
Q&As are open to all anyone with a ticket to the corresponding performance!
- Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater | April 25 Matinee Performance