The Admiral Theatre in Chicago, Illinois opened in 1927 as a Vaudeville House. it was designed by Gallup and Joy.
The Admiral closed sometime in the late 1950s, and remained shuttered for many years until opening in 1969 as an all-cartoon venue. Unable to draw the crowds necessary to remain open, the Admiral closed again. In the early 1970s, the Admiral was opened as an Adult Movie House. After receiving a facelift in the 1980s, the Admiral continues to thrive as an Adult Entertainment Venue and Gentlemen’s Club.