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Merle Reskin Theatre
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About Merle Reskin Theatre
The Merle Reskin Theatre is a performing arts venue located in the Loop community area of Chicago, Illinois. Originally named the Blackstone Theatre it was built in 1910. Renamed the Merle Reskin Theatre in 1992, it is now part of DePaul University, and is also used for events and performances of other groups. It serves as the home of the Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences series produced by The Theatre School of DePaul. In April, 2026, DePaul announced the Merle Reskin Theatre would close.
Getting there
🚉 Public transport
- Harrison stationMetro station200 m · 3 min walk
- Harold Washington Library – State/Van Buren stationMetro station460 m · 8 min walk
- Van Buren StreetTrain station490 m · 8 min walk
- Jackson stationMetro station580 m · 9 min walk
- LaSalleMetro station590 m · 10 min walk
- LaSalle Street StationTrain station640 m · 10 min walk
Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Wikidata (CC0)
🛏️ Hotels near Merle Reskin Theatre
Check prices ↗- The Blackstone, Autograph CollectionHotel80 m · 1 min walk
- Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown ChicagoHotel110 m · 2 min walk
- Hilton ChicagoHotel110 m · 2 min walk
- Le Meridien Essex ChicagoHotel210 m · 3 min walk
- YMCA HotelHotel220 m · 4 min walk
- Congress Plaza HotelHotel240 m · 4 min walk
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Merle Reskin Theatre: FAQs
What's on at Merle Reskin Theatre?
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Where is Merle Reskin Theatre?
Merle Reskin Theatre is located at 60 E. Balbo Drive, Chicago, IL 60604, Chicago.
How big is Merle Reskin Theatre?
Merle Reskin Theatre has a capacity of around 1,325.
What is the nearest station to Merle Reskin Theatre?
The nearest station is Harrison station (Metro station), about 200 m from Merle Reskin Theatre.
Which hotels are closest to Merle Reskin Theatre?
The closest places to stay are The Blackstone, Autograph Collection (80 m), Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago (110 m), and Hilton Chicago (110 m).
When did Merle Reskin Theatre open?
Merle Reskin Theatre opened in 1910.