Pole Dance

A collection of belly dance shows and classes at the Newport Theater.

Give your money and support to Black artists -- these shows are all led by Black producers.

A collection of Newport's burlesque shows and classes! Photo of Juju Valentine by Greg Inda.

A collection of physical theater and clown shows, classes and events at the Newport Theater

The Newport Theater offers a variety of sketch and stand-up comedy, including our weekly house show, Bye Bye Liver, Fridays at 7:00. Pictured (LtoR): Marissa Chastain, Dave Honigman, Fee Basanavicius, Prateek Srivastrava, Leo LaCamera. Photo by Greg Inda

The Newport Theater has shows that feature belly dance, burlesque, Indian fusion dancing, and more! Photo of Shalaka Kulkarni by Peter Serocki

The Newport Theater hosts a variety of drag productions, featuring some of the most talented drag artists that Chicago has to offer. Bring your tipping dollars! Photograph of Willy LaQueue by Greg Inda.

This collection of events are queer-affirming and a place to connect with other folks in the LGBTQIA+ community.

The Newport Theater Camp is a collection of classes, showcases, and opportunities for those interested in learning new skills in fringe art forms like burlesque, clowning, drag, and more!

Catch the ass-tronauts of Plan 9 Burlesque as they present burlesque and variety shows that feature a nerdy twist!

A collection of burlesque, drag, pole, and variety shows that are produced/led by People of Color (POC).

Featuring circus performers, bellydancers, flow artists, & more who have performed around the world, dazzling and inspiring audiences from Germany to Morocco, Costa Rica to the Czech Republic. As featured on MSN, WGN-TV, Chicago Tribune, UK Channel 4 TV.

Show Pole Presents is a series of pole dance showcases featuring pro and amateur pole dancers.

Nerd culture as explored through burlesque, belly dance, drag, and other art productions!

This collection features events held in The Newport Studio, a rentable photography space at the Newport Theater, and its resident photographer (@GenitoPhoto).