Free Music at the Art Gallery Cabaret

The Gallery Cabaret has been operating in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood since 1990. According to owner, Ken Strandberg, the Gallery Cabaret harkens back to a time when "you could walk into a joint, buy a drink, and enjoy live entertainment like comedy or music just for being there and being a patron." The Gallery has offered free entertainment 7 nites per week since it opened. Over time, many up and comers have graced the stage, like The Smashing Pumpkins, Urge Overkill, Material Issue and Liz Phair (while they were still up and comers!). The Gallery has also hosted numerous comedy acts and poetry readings and slams. Every month, local artists have their work on display at the Gallery. Currently, we also offer cable TV including your favorite sports, until prior to showtime, and early bird drink specials from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm. We also have Darts and Golden Tee Golf. Can't wait for music to start? We have TouchTunes internet jukebox with access to 1000's of songs.

Bands, Poets, Comedians, Artists!

Musicians, we offer numerous opportunities every week for you to play at the Gallery. We have open mic on Sundays and Thursdays, Blues Jam on every Tuesday, and Singer/Songwriter showcase on alternating Wednesdays. Just bring your instrument and sign up!

Got what it takes to be a headliner? Send your demo to The Gallery Cabaret, 2020 North Oakley, Chicago, IL 60613, attn: Tressa. Call the Gallery at 773-489-5471.

Poets and comedians may also use the above contact information to schedule an audition or send a demo. Artists, contact Tressa to review your portfolio and schedule your exhibition.

We list all acts on our website. If you have a website and would like to exchange links, we can contact our webmaster and arrange to have you included on our link page as well. Need a website? Call 313-670-3196 to be put in touch with our webmaster.

Groups, Leagues, Parties

Golden Tee Fans, and Event Sponsors, we offer a clean, newly remodeled, air-conditioned atmosphere for you and your guests to enjoy yourselves. Entertainment begins nightly between 9:00 and 9:30, and can be a great part of your evening at the Gallery. With arcade games, cable TV, and an endless jukebox, you and your guests will never be bored. We are happy to accomodate you, and can negotiate for special drink pricing (or open bar), or to open outside of our normal hours. Dart and Foosball leagues, enjoy live entertainment during play or after tallying up the scores! Call 773-489-5471 today.