The Chicago Magic Lounge was conceived in 2015 as an homage to the historic, Chicago magic bar and restaurant scene. The aim was to reintroduce close-up and parlor magic to an adult, nightlife audience, while also creating a community of professional, working magicians. Originally produced as a one-night-a-week show at a rental theater space, the Chicago Magic Lounge grew in popularity and currently has a variety of shows daily to entertain tourists and locals alike.