On stage at The Auditorium in Chicago: The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope
Saturday, December 5, 2026 at The Auditorium, Chicago
About this event
Mark Saturday, December 5, 2026 in your diary: The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope, at The Auditorium, Chicago.
- 18+ only
The Moth is a global storytelling nonprofit with the mission to inspire people to listen and share openly, think and feel deeply, and expand their understanding of one another. Since 1997, The Moth has presented more than 70,000 true stories - told live and without notes - in 11 countries, across 4 continents. Today, The Moth produces 600+ live shows annually, as well as the Peabody Award-winning The Moth Radio Hour, and the popular The Moth Podcast. Through workshops for students, educators, adults, advocates, and professionals, The Moth guides thousands of new storytellers each year in finding and sharing their own voices. Learn more at themoth.org @MothStories
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One foot in front of another? Join The Moth this fall for TIGHTROPE, an evening of extraordinary true stories about what happens when there's no clear path, only the courage to keep moving forward. Stories of balancing without a net. Trusting your gut. Taking the leap before you know where you'll land. Of big gambles and near misses, quiet acts of bravery and glorious mistakes. Of sending the text, booking the flight, sharing the secret you've carried for years, and watching everything change. The Mainstage tour is The Moth signature live show, featuring a carefully curated lineup of tellers - writers, artists, adventurers, community members, and unexpected voices - sharing true personal stories, told live and without notes. Come spend an evening on the edge. One step can change the whole story.
Event details
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Time
- 7:30 PM local time
- Venue
- The Auditorium
- Address
- 50 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605, United States
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Plays & Musicals · Performance art
- Age
- 18+
- Accessibility
- Accessible seating is available. For more information, please call: 312.341.2300
Venue & getting there
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
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How to get to The Auditorium
- Van Buren StationTrain150 m
2 min walk - CTA Bus Stop 76Bus stop250 m
3 min walk - Harrison Red Line StationMetro / subway270 m
3 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 70 m away.
Hotels near The Auditorium
- Hi Chicago110 mCheck prices
- The Congress Plaza Hotel110 mCheck prices
- Hostelling International130 mCheck prices
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Your visit to The Auditorium
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Starts
- 7:30 PM
- Getting there
- Van Buren Station (train), 150 m – about 2 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 70 m away
- Staying nearby
- 10 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Hi Chicago (110 m)
Every upcoming The Moth Mainstage date
- The Moth Mainstage in AtlantaCenter Stage Theater, Atlanta
Also at The Auditorium that week
Good to know
When is “The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope”?
The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM local time.
Where is “The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope” held?
Venue: The Auditorium, 50 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605, United States.
How much are tickets for “The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Is “The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope” suitable for children?
This event has an age restriction of 18+.
Where can I buy tickets for “The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope”?
Tickets are sold by Ticketmaster. The ticket button on this page takes you straight to the official listing, with live availability and the final price.
How do I get to The Auditorium by public transport?
The closest stop is Van Buren Station (train), 150 m from The Auditorium – roughly 2 minutes on foot.
Can I park near The Auditorium?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 70 m away.
Where else is The Moth Mainstage performing?
The Moth Mainstage also has one more date coming up, for example Atlanta (Dec 3, 2026).
