Old Town School of Folk Music Seating Chart
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Find your seat at the Old Town School of Folk Music with this helpful seating chart.
Venue
The Old Town School of Folk Music is a music school in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The school offers classes in a wide variety of musical styles, as well as concerts and other events. The school has two main performance venues, the Main Hall and the Pritzker Pavilion.
Location
Old Town School of Folk Music is located at 4544 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625. The school is situated in the north side of the city in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. The main campus buildings are located on either side of Lincoln Avenue, with the main entrance and ticket office located on the south side of the building at 909 W. Armitage Ave.
Seating capacity
Old Town School of Folk Music has a seating capacity of 700.
Type of venue
Old Town School of Folk Music is a world-famous music venue located in the heart of Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood. The school offers a wide variety of musical genres and styles, making it one of the most popular venues in the city. The school has two main performance spaces: the Main Hall and the Concert Hall. The Main Hall is a large, rectangular room with a stage at one end and a seating capacity of approximately 1,000 people. The Concert Hall is a smaller, more intimate space with a capacity of about 300 people.
Ticket Prices
The Old Town School of Folk Music is a world-renowned music institution located in the heart of Chicago’s historic Old Town neighborhood. The school offers a wide variety of classes and workshops for all skill levels, and is also a performance venue for both local and touring musicians. The Old Town School of Folk Music has a variety of seating options to choose from, depending on your budget. General admission tickets are the most affordable, starting at just $15.
General admission
Our general admission seating is first-come, first-served. We do not take reservations for GA seating. If you have questions about accessibility or would like to request accommodations, please contact Old Town School at least two weeks in advance of the event at [email protected] or 773.728.6000.
Discounts
Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more, senior citizens, students, and members. To purchase tickets in a group or for more information on discounts please call our box office at 773-728-6000.
**Groups**
A 15% discount is available for groups of 10 or more people. Group reservations must be made through the Group Sales office and paid for in a single transaction to receive the discount; discounts are not available for online purchases. Call 773-728-6063 or email [email protected] for more information or to make a reservation.
**Senior Citizens (62+) & Students (w/ valid ID)**
A $2 discount is available for senior citizens and students on most seats for most concerts (exceptions may apply). This discount is available online, in person at the box office, and by phone at 773-728-6000.
**Old Town School Members**
Members at the Associate level and above receive a $2 discount on most seats for most concerts (exceptions may apply). Member discounts are available online, in person at the box office, and by phone at 773-728-6000.
Seating Chart
The Old Town School of Folk Music is a world-renowned music school located in Chicago, Illinois. The school has a wide variety of classes and performances, and the seating chart can be a bit confusing. Here is a detailed look at the Old Town School of Folk Music Seating Chart.
Floor plan
Old Town School of Folk Music has been located in the heart of Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood since it was founded in 1957. Our two main performance venues, the Main Hall and the JoAnne Harris Concert Hall, are situated on the second floor of our historic building.
To decide which venue is right for your event, please consult our Venue Rental Packet or give us a call at (773)728-6000.
Sections
There are four main sections in the Old Town School of Folk Music: the Dance floor, the Balcony, the Lower Level, and the Mezzanine. Each section has a different vibe and offers a different experience.
The Dance floor is the largest section and is located on the main level. This is where most of the action happens and where you’ll find the best view of the stage. The Balcony is located upstairs and offers a more intimate setting. The Lower Level is located downstairs and has a more relaxed atmosphere. The Mezzanine is located in between the Lower Level and the Balcony and offers a great view of the stage.
Rows
1-7: Front tables (6 seats each) facing the stage
8-15: Middle tables (6 seats each) facing the stage
16-20: Booths (4 seats each) along north wall
21-24: banquettes (4 seats each) along south wall
25-28: Tables (6 seats each) in back of room
Accessibility
Old Town School of Folk Music offers an array of seating options for both students and faculty that are physically disabled. The school is entirely handicap accessible with three main options for seating in each classroom. These options are as follows:
Wheelchair accessible
Old Town School of Folk Music is committed to making our events accessible to all. We offer a limited number of wheelchair-accessible seats at all of our venues. For events at the Maurer Hall and Szold Music & Dance Hall, wheelchair-accessible seating is located on the main floor. For events at the Joan Wlancey Memorial Theatre, wheelchair-accessible seating is located on the second floor. If you have any questions or concerns about accessibility, please contact us at [email protected] or 773-728-6000.
Hearing impaired
Old Town School is committed to providing equitable access to our programming and facilities. We offer a number of accommodations for patrons with disabilities, including:
-Accessible seating in our performance venues
-Sign language interpretation (available upon request)
-Assisted listening devices
-Audio description
Parking
The Old Town School of Folk Music is located at 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago, IL. There is a parking lot adjacent to the school, as well as limited street parking. Please see the parking map below for more information.
On-site
Old Town School has two parking lots: the South lot, located on Randolph Street between Paulina and Lincoln; and the North lot, located on Lincoln Avenue between Naperville and Richmond. You can also find metered street parking along most of our blocks. Please be mindful of posted signs and do not park in residential areas.
Off-site
Old Town School of Folk Music has several parking lots and street parking available for guests. The East Lots are available for $10/day on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is also available on the street and in the area for $2/hour.
