Chicago, Time on Stage?

[sjl21]

Hello, ASAP, Can anyone who went to the any of the last few shows tell me what times the first act went on and off stage, and what time John took stage? Or if anyone can find out id appreciate it.

Going to the show tomorrow night, 25 Oct 2016 at Chicago Theater and will be running late, i want to make sure im at least there before John takes stage. Thanks!

[MrSickboy50]

It's probably too late for me to reply, since you're probably at the show now, but I'll reply here in case anybody else had the same question lol.
Each time I saw him live, the show either started at 7:30pm or 8pm. That is when Carlene Carter (his opening act) actually comes on. So if you make it to the venue at the exact time the show starts, you'll be just fine. Carlene's act seems to last about 30-45 minutes.
If you still need to go the box office to get your tickets, then get to the venue at least an hour early, because you will be late for John's act if you have to wait in that line so long.
Always try to make it to the venue at least half an hour before the show starts, just to be safe. Because traffic can back up in front of the venue, especially when it's closer to when the concert starts.