Arts DuPage Members’ Tour

Inside the Scene Shop: Where Dreams Begin!

Enter the world of Paramount Theatre's Scene Shop, a 30,000 sq. ft. facility where dreams are made! From a life-size grand piano to wild berry pies, Paramount's Props Team designs, builds, and sources the elements used in every performance on Paramount's stages.

You will meet Properties Team members Aimee Plant and Ivy Thomas, who will show you the assemblage process of the props projects that bring the shows to life. Paramount's Technical Director Team, Kelly Steimel and Justin Snyder, will then lead you through the scene shop space and reveal the secrets behind the making of award-winning stage designs of the Broadway and BOLD Series productions.

Please Note: The Scene Shop is located between a Citgo Gas station and a baseball field. The building has no signage indicating it is part of Paramount. Instead, it is labeled as "Food Service Distribution." You may park your vehicle in the lot in the front of the building. If that is full, there is additional parking in the back. Please enter through the large roll door on the side by the ball field.

The scene shop is an active workplace with hazards throughout the space. Visitors must wear closed-toed shoes. No sandals allowed!

This event is Free for current members of Arts DuPage | $15 for Non-Members

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Ticket limit: 2 for members | 4 for non-members