Your Questions, Answered

  • PPTC is located in a large corporate complex called The Barrington.

    The Barrington
    540 W Northwest Highway
    Barrington, IL 60010.

    Park in the visitors parking lot directly in front (south) side of the building. A volunteer will buzz you into the lobby and direct you to our theater space.

    • Our theater is an intimate black box style performance space

    • It’s housed within the former GE Healthcare Exhibition Center

    • We are currently ‘making it work’ until we’ve raised the full funding to transform the space into a state-of-the-art black box venue

    • Until then, we enjoy the unusual aspects of performing in the 10,000 square feet of ‘found space’ of a former corporate empire.

    • Seating is general seating

    • The chairs are cushioned and have armrests.

    • The chairs are located either on the floor or on ascending risers

    • Accessible parking is available in the parking lot located directly south of The Barrington building.

    • There are no steps to come into the building or the theater.

    • The theater is located down a long hallway.

    • Public bathrooms are adjacent to The Barrington’s main lobby.

    • There is also a single stall gender neutral bathroom adjacent to The Barrington’s main lobby.

    • Accessible seating is available and must be mentioned upon check out to ensure area is available. You may also email info@ParkerPlayersTheater.org to alert our team to accessibility issues.

    • NO outside beverages are permitted

    • Our full bar is open 1-hour before shows and during intermission

    • Patrons may bring purchased drinks in the theater during the show

  • We kindly ask all patrons to familiarize themselves with these policies to ensure an enjoyable and smooth experience at PPTC

    • Beverages:
      Beverages can be purchased from our bar inside the theater during the performance. Outside beverages are NOT permitted.

    • Refunds:
      Tickets are non-refundable, except in the case of a canceled performance.

    • Late Seating:
      Late seating is not guaranteed. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before events. If late, you may have to wait to be seated at the discretion of our House Manager.

    • Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating and facilities are available. Please inform us of any specific accessibility needs when making your reservation.

    • Photography and Recording: Due to copyright protection, photography, video recording, or audio recording of performances is strictly prohibited.

    • Cell Phones/Electronics: Please silence all cell phones and electronic devices during the performance.

    • Age Restrictions:
      Unless specified, our productions are generally recommended for ages 15 and above. Parents or guardians are encouraged to use their discretion when bringing younger children to performances.

    • Talking/Discussion:
      We kindly request that you respect your fellow audience members and performers by refraining from talking during the performance.

  • ‍We depend on our volunteers! There are many ways to jump in and support PPTC—from working in our box office (checking in patrons as they arrive or selling tickets to walk-ins), to helping as a BASSET-certified bartender at our bar, to greeting guests in the main building lobby, buzzing patrons into the space and directing them to the theater.

    ‍The best part? All volunteers get to see the performance they assist with—for free!

    ‍If you are interested, please fill out this form (link) or contact our volunteer coordinator directly:
    Ann Field afield@ParkerPlayersTheater.org

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