Daily Public Schedule: Thursday, March 19, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 ​ ​ CONTACT: Gov.Press@illinois.gov ​ ​ ​

What: Governor Pritzker will highlight Illinois’ growth as a national destination for film and television production, with targeted State investments resulting in a record-breaking $703 million in film production expenditures in 2025.

When: 1:00 PM CT

Where: Cinespace Studios Chicago, Stage 25 – 2621 W. 15th Pl. Chicago, IL

Watch: www.illinois.gov/livevideo

Note: There will be a media availability to follow.

Arrival: Please see map below for directions to event. Entry to the campus is at Gate 1, located at 1501 S. Rockwell St. You will need to present government ID to enter.

Parking: Parking available in Lot G, in unmarked spots.

Media RSVP: Media interested in attending this event must submit an RSVP through the Governor’s Office form linked here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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