Directions to First Folio Theatre at Mayslake Peabody Estate

ROAD CONSTRUCTION ADVISEMENT: I-290 and I-355 are undergoing major construction starting on April 1. Please note that this may affect travel times and route.

ADVISEMENT: Mapquest, GoogleMap, GPS or any other Navistar System has incorrect data and will get yet you lost. We strongly encourage you to use these directions instead.

map1detailVIA I-290 (The Eisenhower):

  • Take I-290 to I-88 west.
  • Go past the first tollbooth to Rt. 83 South.
  • Take Rt. 83 south to the first exit, 31st St. 
  • Turn right (west) on 31st St.
  • The entrance is 1/4 mile down on the left. Look for a big stone gateway, a Forest Preserve sign, and our banners.

VIA I-55 (The Stevenson):

  • Take I-55 to Rt. 83/Kingery (exit #274).
  • Go north on Rt. 83 five miles to 31st St.
  • Turn left (west) on 31st St.
  • The entrance is 1/4 mile down on the left. Look for a big stone gateway, a Forest Preserve sign, and our banners.

VIA I-294 (The Tri-State Tollway):

  • Take I-294 to I-88 west.
  • Go past the first tollbooth to Rt. 83 South.
  • Take Rt. 83 south to the first exit, 31st St.
  • Turn right (west) on 31st St.
  • The entrance is 1/4 mile down on the left. Look for a big stone gateway, a Forest Preserve sign, and our banners.

VIA I-355 (The North/South Tollway):

  • Take I-355 to I-88 east.
  • Exit at Midwest Rd.
  • Turn left (south) on Midwest and go 3/4 mile to 31st St.
  • Turn left (east) on 31st St. Entrance is 3/4 mile down on the right. Look for a big stone gateway, a Forest Preserve sign, and our banners.

Where to go from the Forest Preserve Entrance

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map 2Outdoor Theatre:

  • Follow the winding driveway in.
  • Park in either of the parking lots (on the left or the right) once you get to the traffic circle.
  • You'll see the box office table set up at the driveway that is marked "authorized vehicles only" - come see us for your tickets! 

Indoor Theatre:

  • Follow the winding driveway in.
  • Park in the parking lot on the RIGHT of the traffic circle, closest to the buildings.
  • Follow the reddish brick pathway through the lawn (there's two that meet in the middle) until it turns to the right, just beyond the first building.
  • You will see a set of heavy oak doors straight in front of you. For most events that is the entrance to use.  If it isn't a sign will be posted on it.

 

Box suppers are now available for our summer performances.

Picnic under the stars---and let US do the work!   Order a gourmet box supper provided by

CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING GREAT SANDWICHES & SALADS 

FOR ONLY $15.00 EACH 

(All sandwiches include potato & artichoke
Salad, fruit, and dessert
All salads include sesame flat bread and dessert)

CAPRESE VEGGIE SANDWICH
Plum tomatoes, sliced fresh mozzarela, fresh basil and Kalamata olives on Italian bread.


FRENCH CROISSANT HONEY HAM SANDWICH
Delicious honey ham with lettuce and tomatoe on a fresh croissant

GRILLED CHICKEN PESTO SANDWICH
Chicken breast on a freshly baked sandwich roll with Provolone cheese, letuce, tomato, and basil pesto dressing

ROAST BEEF AND CHEDDAR WRAP
Tender roast beef, cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce, tomato, and creamy horseradish sauce wrapped in a sun-dried tomato tortilla

PECAN CHICKEN SALAD
Crispy mixed greens topped with tomato, pecans, bacon, grilled chicken morsels, and cheddar cheese, served with honey mustard dressing

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD
Marinated chicken breast, romaine and shredded ice berg lettuce, bok choy, mandarin oranges, almonds, chow mein noodles, and sesame oriental dressing

FRESH FRUIT PLATTER
Season fresh fruits and berries, served with banana bread, cream cheese, and cookies.

 

DESSERT TRAYS ALSO AVAILABLE

Contact us for details and prices


Call us at 630-986-8067 to place your order!
Orders must be placed and paid for 48 hours in advance.