We had the opportunity to see the Broadway Preview of "Big Fish". Our tickets placed us in the dress circle and the sound was somewhat muffled. Aside from that - a great experience. This show is headed to New York. You will want to see it when it is up and running there!

Have seen several plays at the Oriental theatre on Randolph. The show, most recently Big Fish, was great, but the theatre itself is a work of art. Take time to view the beautiful Asian inspired architecture.

Went to see "Big Fish" last Weekend on Sunday matinee. There were 4 of us. Nice that Chicago hosted a pre Broadway opening. The production and cast were top notch. The theater is elegant and a classic feel, while still handling a show with modern effects. I do have one strong suggestion. We bought tickets well in advance for the... More

The pre-Braokway production of the new musical "Big Fish" now showing at the Ford Oriental Theater in Chicago is a winner. It is a wonderful melding of old fashioned musicals with a story line that incorporates imagination and wonder. I am sure the production that opens in NY this fall will have tightened up some plot points and perhaps shaved... More

Theatre today tends to be a techno extravaganza. This means the most recent advances have to be supported on stage through multimedia engagement. At the same time, the Oriental preserves the design opulence of an earlier age. This theatre treasures the past but embraces the future. It is a gem of a theatre. I particular enjoy the mosaics in the... More

The opening night audience showed their enthusiasm and awe for the immense creativity and concept coordination displayed by this brilliant production team with several ovations within the first few minutes of the show. One for the ingenious water effect, the second for the perfectly timed and lit orchestra reveal — the musicians cleverly stacked upstage three “stories” high behind a... More

This play is wonderful! Well acted and songs and dances terrific. You have to suspend disbelief to enjoy it but that's what many musicals offer. Have not read the book or seen the movie but highly recommend you go--it's not in Chicago much longer. If you attend plays in New York get tickets when it arrives. Great for older children... More

The performances were amazing and truly enjoyed reliving the story. The actors playing Edward and Sandra were wonderful. Great costume and stage changes as well. The story always makes us tear up at the end no matter how many times we watch. Great job by the theater crew and staff. I hope it makes it to Broadway!! Would definitely see... More

We saw "Big Fish" in its pre-Broadway run at the Oriental. The play is very good, the actors excellent with superb voices, befitting their Tony Awards. The music is pretty good, and I cried a little at the end scenes of the play. I'd probably see it again. The Oriental is an amazing venue, with fantastical decorating with an Asian... More