Movie Theater

The Marbro Movie Theater stands as one of the largest movie palaces in Chicago with nearly 4000 seats, a massive proscenium arch stage, and a full orchestra pit. It is one of the biggest tourist attractions on Chicago's west side - known for its flamboyant, terracotta Spanish baroque facade that looks more like a cathedral than a cinema. It wows visitors with its grandiose two-story lobby, featuring a soaring marble staircase and a European crystal chandelier the size of a small car. At the heart of the lobby is a massive Wurlitzer pipe organ that bellows along in time with the soundtrack of each film. The Marbro stifles all its competition and for good reason. It is the pinnacle of the loud, opulent, unashamed beauty for which the White City is known best.