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

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} .tje-map-zone-c { background: #82B274; } .tje-map-zone-letter { color: #fff; font-weight: 700; font-size: 1.75rem; line-height: 1; } .tje-map-zone-tag { position: absolute; top: 0.4rem; right: 0.55rem; color: #fff; font-size: 0.55rem; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.02em; line-height: 1; } .tje-map-entrance { text-align: center; font-size: 0.65rem; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.1em; color: #888; margin-top: 0.25rem; } .tje-map-caption { text-align: center; font-size: 0.92rem; font-weight: 700; color: #0f0f0f; margin: 0 0 0.625rem 0; letter-spacing: -0.005em; } .tje-tags { margin: 2rem 0 0.5rem 0; font-size: 0.7rem; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.08em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #999; text-align: center; } ⚖️ Watch drama | 🗳️ Cast a vote | 🕵️ Crack the case 🚨 Special Offer! 🚨 Enjoy a 20% discount with the code JURY20 on July second sessions! ⭐ You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide… guilty or not guilty? It's not theatre you watch.  It's justice you deliver. A forbidden experiment. A created being. A trail of deaths. Dr. Victor Frankenstein stands trial. His creation — assembled from human remains and brought to life through forbidden science — has already been convicted of murder. Now the court must decide whether Frankenstein himself should be held accountable for the deaths that followed his experiment. When a creator unleashes something into the world, where does his responsibility end? Highlights 🤩 Enjoy a live theatre courtroom drama where you decide the final verdict 🫵 Vote during key moments - your decisions shape hidden angles in the case, making every show different! 🕵️‍♂️ Dissect witness testimonies, unpack evidence, and weigh every argument 🎢 A high-stakes case full of twists - more turns than a rollercoaster, and a verdict only you can deliver How it works 1 Take your seat Arrive 30 min early. Doors close at show time — late entry is not permitted. 2 Hear the case Track every testimony, spot the contradictions, and vote at key moments to steer the trial. 3 Deliver your verdict The jury speaks. Guilty or not guilty - the outcome rests entirely with you. Practical info ⏳ Duration 60 minutes Doors open 30 min before 📍 Venue Edlis Neeson Theater – MCA 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 👤 Age 12+ Under 16s must be with an adult ♿ Accessibility Fully accessible Wheelchair zone available ✨ Groups & Private Take the stand 30+ people or private show 🎁 Gift card Send gift Gift memories to someone special Frequently asked questions About the experience What is The Jury Experience? An immersive courtroom experience inspired by Frankenstein where you are sworn in as a juror. Hear testimony from the Creature, relive the choices that led to tragedy, and confront the ultimate question: can a creator escape responsibility for what they bring into the world? How long does it last? Approximately 1 hour. Can I purchase drinks on site? Yes — there is an on-site bar where you can purchase beverages. Food is not available on site. Will there be strobe lights? No, there will not be any strobe lights. Are seats numbered? No — seating is first-come, first-served within your zone. Zone A = best, Zone B = great, Zone C = good, Zone D = good. About your tickets How do I find my ticket? No need to print. Show your Fever ticket in the app or email on arrival. Log in with the same account used to purchase. Are refunds or exchanges allowed? No refunds. Exchanges to other dates or times are permitted up to 48 hours before the start, based on availability. Contact us with your ticket ID. Where can I buy tickets? On the Fever App (Google Play or Apple Store) or the Fever website. Not available at the venue. Can I transfer my tickets? Yes, for free. Click “Transfer Tickets” in the Fever app, or contact us with your order number. Can I book a ticket for my carer? Yes — 1 free pass for a Personal Assistant/Support Worker. Purchase your ticket first, then contact us with supporting documentation (DLA, PIP, evidence of sight impairment, CredAbility Access Card, or Assistance Dog ID). Access & venue Where is the venue? Edlis Neeson Theater, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611. Accessible via the Griffin Entrance on Pearson Street and Mies van der Rohe Way. Indoor, air-conditioned venue. When should I arrive? Doors open 30 minutes before the start. No late entry permitted. Is there an age requirement? 12+. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and requires a ticket. Is the venue accessible? Yes, this venue is wheelchair accessible. Is there parking? The MCA parking garage is located near 220 East Chicago Avenue, just east of the building on the north side of the street. Several public parking garages are also available around the MCA. Can I bring my own food or drink? No — outside food and beverages are not permitted at the venue. Can I take photos or record? Yes — photos and recording are welcome. Please avoid using flash. Are service animals allowed? Yes. No other pets permitted. Seating Map Edlis Neeson Theater – MCA STAGE A B C D Notorious Trial #1 · Frankenstein on Trial: The Man Who Defied God