The Jury Experience - Frankenstein on Trial: The Man Who Defied God: Will Chicago Deliver Justice?

The Jury Experience at Edlis Neeson Theater, Chicago

The Jury Experience is an immersive courtroom drama held at the Edlis Neeson Theater in Chicago, suitable for ages 12 and over.

This interactive show places you in the role of the jury, hearing testimony and deciding the verdict in a high-stakes trial of Dr. Victor Frankenstein. You will examine evidence, follow witness accounts, and vote on key moments that affect the outcome of the case.

Highlights

• Live theatre courtroom drama with audience participation
• Vote during the performance to influence hidden aspects of the case
• Analyze witness testimonies and evidence closely
• A complex case full of twists, ending with a verdict by the audience

How It Works

• Take your seat: Arrive 30 minutes early. Doors close promptly at show time; late entry is not allowed.
• Hear the case: Follow testimonies, detect contradictions, and vote to guide the trial’s direction.
• Deliver your verdict: Decide guilty or not guilty as a jury member.

Practical Information

• Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
• Venue: Edlis Neeson Theater, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
• Age restriction: 12 and older; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
• Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible with designated wheelchair seating zones
• Groups & private shows: Available for 30+ people
• Food and drink: Drinks available at the on-site bar; outside food and drinks are not permitted

Tickets and Booking

Tickets can be purchased through the Fever App or Fever website only; not sold at the venue. Seating is unnumbered and offered on a first-come, first-served basis within zones A (best) through D (good).

Show your electronic ticket on arrival via the Fever app or email. Refunds are not available. Exchanges to other dates or times are allowed up to 48 hours before the event, subject to availability. Free ticket transfers are permitted through the Fever app.

Guests requiring assistance can apply for a complimentary carer ticket by contacting the event organizers in advance.

Access and Venue Details

• Location: Edlis Neeson Theater inside the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
• Entrance: Accessible via Griffin Entrance on Pearson Street and Mies van der Rohe Way
• Parking: MCA parking garage available near 220 East Chicago Avenue; additional public garages nearby
• Arrival: Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime; no late arrivals allowed
• Photography and recording: Allowed without flash
• Service animals: Permitted; no other pets allowed

Additional Tips

Arrive early to choose preferred seating within your zone. Bring a mobile device to display your ticket. Prepare for an hour of active listening and decision-making. The experience is indoor and air-conditioned, suitable year-round.