- Berlin, an iconic nightclub that has been at the heart of Chicago’s LGBT nightlife for nearly four decades, has shuttered its doors.
- The announcement of Berlin Nightclub’s closure on Nov. 21, marked the end of an era for the LGBT community in Chicago.
- The closure follows a heated labor dispute triggered by the recent unionization of the nightclub’s workforce, leading to heightened tensions.
- Southport Corridor Chicago reported on the closure, noting the impact Berlin has had on shaping the city’s cultural and social landscape since its establishment in 1983.