The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Time
- 7:30 PM · doors 6:30 PM
- Venue
- The Auditorium
- Genre
- Performance Art
- Ages
- 18 & Over
- Countdown
- In 21 days
About The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope
On Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM, The Auditorium in Chicago, Illinois hosts The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope, a theater performance open to the public. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Ticket prices are shown on the ticket page.
It is one of 18 theater and arts events in Chicago that week. There are 33 other events on the Chicago calendar the same day. The Auditorium has 9 upcoming events listed here. The Moth Mainstage has 3 upcoming dates, including Atlanta.
From the organizer
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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Know before you go
- Doors
- Doors open at 6:30 PM; the event starts at 7:30 PM.
- Age policy
- 18 & Over — ID is checked at the door.
- Please note
- 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.
- Ticket limit
- Please note: There is a ticket limit of 8 tickets per person and per credit card on this event.
- Accessibility
- Accessible seating is available. For more information, please call: 312.341.2300
- Ticket sales
- General sale opened Thu, Jul 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closes Sat, Dec 5, 2026 at 9:30 PM CST.
- Presented by
- Miscellaneous Promoter
The venue: The Auditorium
The Auditorium50 E Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
- Parking
- Pay lots are available within a short walking distance surround The Auditorium. We recommend the following parking lots for our patrons: Loop Auto Parks 524 S. Wabash Avenue Grant Park South Garage 325 S. Michigan Avenue Pricing subject to change For more information visit: Parking & Directions | The Auditorium
- Accessible seating
- Various levels of accommodation are available to patrons that require assisted listening devices, signed performances, or handicapped accessible seating. For more information on accessibility, please call 312.341.2300 or visit Accessibility | The Auditorium
- Box office hours
- Monday through Friday 12:00PM-6:00PM The Box Office opens 2 hours prior to event start time for weekend performances and is closed for holidays, unless there is an event taking place. The Box Office closes 15 minutes after the performance begins.
- Box office phone
- General/Customer Service: 312.341.2300
- Payment accepted
- American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and Cash
- Will call
- Tickets held for Will Call may be picked up on the day of the performance anytime during the regular Box Office hours. The customer must present the actual credit card, a picture ID, and the confirmation number. Will Call policy subject to change based on event
- Children
- All guests must have a ticket for entry, and in all instances, babies in arms are not permitted. It is the sole responsibility of the parent or guardian to research and judge the content of a performance as appropriate for their child's age and level of maturity. There is no official rating system for live performance.
- House rules
- Smoking of any kind, including e-cigarettes and vaporizers, is strictly prohibited inside the theatre and within 25 feet of any entrances. Please turn off ALL electronic devices that may ring, beep, vibrate, or otherwise produce a sound that may disrupt performances. The use of video, photography, or any other recording devices is strictly prohibited during performances. All sales are final--no refunds or exchanges. For more information visit Policies and Guest Services | The Auditorium
Seating chart
Coming up at The Auditorium 9 events
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- Andrea Gibson's Love Letter From The Afterlife 7:30 PM · The Auditorium
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- Nate Jackson: BIG DOG 7:30 PM · The Auditorium
- Nate Jackson: Big Dog (Late Show) 11:00 PM · The Auditorium
Questions about this event
When is The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope?
The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM, with doors opening at 6:30 PM (local Chicago time).
Where is The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope held?
At The Auditorium, 50 E Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605. The venue has 9 upcoming events on our calendar.
How much are tickets for The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope?
Prices were not published with this listing. Follow the ticket link for current availability and pricing.
Is there an age limit for The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope?
18 & Over All guests must have a ticket for entry, and in all instances, babies in arms are not permitted. It is the sole responsibility of the parent or guardian to research and judge the content of a performance as appropriate for their child's age and level of…
Is there parking at The Auditorium?
Pay lots are available within a short walking distance surround The Auditorium. We recommend the following parking lots for our patrons: Loop Auto Parks 524 S. Wabash Avenue Grant Park South Garage 325 S. Michigan Avenue Pricing subject to change For more information visit: Parking & Directions | The Auditorium
Is The Auditorium wheelchair accessible?
Various levels of accommodation are available to patrons that require assisted listening devices, signed performances, or handicapped accessible seating. For more information on accessibility, please call 312.341.2300 or visit Accessibility | The Auditorium
What else is happening in Chicago on December 5?
Also on Saturday, December 5: Muti, Welter & Dvor??k 8 at Symphony Center-IL, A Christmas Carol (Children under 5 are not permitted in the theater) at Goodman Theatre - Albert and Vape! The Grease Parody at Apollo Theater, plus 30 more.
