Tiny but mighty theater! Not a bad velvet covered seat in the house. Came here to see "Speechless"…read moreand was not disappointed. The bar and lobby area is beautifully decorated with chandeliers and intricate artwork on the walls. The bar had some beer and wine selections. The coffee was warm but watered down; my grandparents would have loved it. Great area. So many fun restaurant options nearby. But I wasn't a fan of paying $15+ for on street parking for the evening. The price of convenience I guess.

A small wonderful theater! All seats are good seats. Good acoustics, and a GEORGIANA & KITTY was a…read moregreat show well acted and an interesting teen of events! Thank you for the free hot tea in the lobby on this cold afternoon! Will definitely be back.

We recently used The Mystery Cafe for our annual corporate meeting. It was an absolute blast!…read more From start to finish, it was an engaging and interactive experience that kept everyone entertained. The performers did a fantastic job blending humor and audience participation, making it an unforgettable night. Brian, the actors, along with the staff at the Sheraton in Bloomington worked so well together, you would have thought they were one! If your looking for a unique and lively event for a group I highly recommend!

We recently used the Mystery Cafe for our client appreciation event and I must say that we were…read morevery pleasantly entertained! We had had a terrible experience trying to deal with a different company originally and we ended up having to find another company and I am so so glad we found the Mystery Cafe. First off, Brian, who is the owner, was just fantastic all around, responsive, accommodating, kind, and organized. The night of the actual performance, I did not feel nervous at all, he and I had communicated multiple times and also already tested all of the electronics weeks prior to the event, it went off without a hitch. It was fun because it did require audience participation, but it was not too high pressure and they made the atmosphere just so light and exciting and it was FUNNY! There was so much humor and I found myself laughing a lot more than I had thought that I would. 10/10 would recommend. They came to our event, there were 3 actors and I must say, I think that the cost was very fair and reasonable. Great time!

I didn't realize it until I went again last night, but I've actually been to this theater a couple…read moreof times before... it just wasn't under the auspices of Illusion Theater at the time. The Illusion Theater is housed on the 8th floor of the Hennepin Center for the Arts, which is also home to Zenon Dance Company, Minneapolis Musical Theatre, and many other performing art companies. The building itself was constructed in 1888 and originally housed a Masonic Temple; it now appears on the National Register of Historic Places and is a beautiful example of preserving architectural gems for functional use. The stage at the Illusion is an "end-on" or proscenium space with audience members facing the performance straight on. Seats are ample and comfortable; the area for those using a wheelchair is convenient and easy to access. There's plenty of parking around the theater, but if there's an event going on in the area, look for parking east of Hennepin--you'll save a bundle. On our recent visit, the surface parking lots around the theater were charging $14; just a block away we scored enclosed parking at the 50 South Sixth Street ramp for only five bucks.

I've been here twice to see Miss Richfield perform. Based on the interview with the production…read moremanager, I'm intrigued to catch other shows here, as well. Unassuming location on the 8th floor of the Hennepin Center for the Arts/Cowles Dance building. The space is perfect - small enough to feel intimate and personal, but large enough to be able to score tickets. The interior is quite understated (read: a bit outdated) but charmingly quaint. A couple of cons: Audiovisual work is quite sub-par. The projection for the show was blurry and dark. Also the drinks are over priced for the service size. All in all, it's a cute hometown theater that deserves patronage for their commitment to local talent. I'll be back.

I love this Theatre!! Amazing shows and amazing staff. I forgot my phone there after a show last…read moreweek and the staff waited to close up until after I got it back. 10 out of 10!

Good quality actors! Had a memorable experience seeing Almost Equal To. I appreciate the types of…read moreshows they put on in this little theatre. Smart, funny and a little different than your average experience. Thought-provoking and meaningful topics. The theatre itself is pretty decent for a community one. Staff were very friendly upon check-in. Our only surprise was that they do not serve alcohol onsite.

Gorgeous and intimate theatre! I didn't realize this stunning spot was nestled in the middle of…read moredowntown Minneapolis! I've driven by it several times but never realized how beautiful it was internally. We appreciated the usher's passion for the theatre itself. They shared insight into some of the historic figures who have graced this stage as well as their excitement for what's to come in the coming months. Prices on beverages were a little wild considering the amount we received ($16+ for less than half a glass of Sauvignon Blanc) and the additional 18% automatically tacked on. I wish expectation for photos was more clearly marked. I didn't see anything when I went in (I definitely could've missed it). The instructions provided by the security (?) of no video but ok with photo was confusing when they came back a second time to say no more photos.

Caught the Craig Ferguson stand-up here. It was funny AF and the nearly two-hour show flew by. No…read morefood at issue here, though one pro tip I can share is the line for cocktails was significantly shorter downstairs. A gorgeous old theatre, the Pantages is a fine venue but with an entertainer with a heavy Scottish accent, it was occasionally hard to make out Craig from our balcony seats. He could have benefited from close-captioning. No matter - it was a wonderful show.

Went to a comedy show here last night. Staff was great at the box office and at the concession…read morestand. The venue is intimate and we were in the front row close to the stage. Chairs were not super comfortable to sit in. Wasn't aware of this venue. Hennepin Ave is back open and we found parking at a meter in the street.

The theater is charming and has a nice lobby area with selection of drinks and snacks. The…read moreNutcracker Noir performance was fantastic!

The theater is located on the West Bank of the U of M. It has a nice lobby highlighting the yearly…read moreevents. The waiting area is serving wine, drinks and snacks. The area is relaxing with ambience. The theater offers a view from any seating area. The plays are exceptional executed.

First time here, seeing pride and prejudice September 2025. FABULOUS. the actors and actresses were…read morereally amazing. They did a super fun modern twist w the play and the audience went wild. Super fun playhouse to discover! Really fun set up w everyone in a circle. Loved the pay what you can option so it levels the opportunities for people on a budget. Cons: parking downtown is yuck Some people may want more traditional (go to Guthrie or something) Seats are uncomfortable and it could use a refresh.

Such a cute theater- Intimate vibe…read more Event: Candlelight holiday special: The Nutcracker Great show and cool idea! We sat up top thinking the view would be better. It was nice because we had a table and chairs, but I would have preferred to sit on the floor. The floor only has chairs but the closer view would have made my experience better. Any seats are great, but closer is fun seeing the instruments and expressions of the artists Overall, would recommend going- the Candlelight series is pretty cool! You can pick from a ton of different artists like Drake or Fleetwood Mac The Uptown Lobby (lobby of Granada theater) has a bar and tables. It's small but great for hanging out before/after a show. There's a bar inside the theater as well Drinks: Beer, wine, specialty drinks, Con: Didn't have ciders, but they have seltzers Handicap accessible to bathrooms on bottom floor Can host public or private events Park at Seven Points parking ramp or paid street parking

I've been here a few times I really like this venue for…read morethose candlelight concerts The interior is super cute , the starry sky and its intimate enough to give a chill vibe They have a back area where they consider VIP tables , they offer a higher better view of the stage The staff have always been pleasant Parking in uptown can be hit or miss Park in the pad garage across the street or metered street parking if you can find a space

We had a wonderful time at the CTC, seeing The Wizard of Oz. I havent been to CTC since I was a…read moreyoung child and saw Iqbal with my class. It was great getting to experience it as an adult! We were in row N, which is definitely somewhere id sit again. I dont think there's a bad spot in the house! The graphics during the show were amazing, as was the sound. The actors did amazing work, they sang beautifully and had so many hilarious parts mixed in. I went with my husband and I, and I would say there was a mix of adult-only couples wanting to experience as well, so definitely still a great experience not as a child! They allow drinks inside the theatre, but no food. Bathrooms are located a floor below. Concessions line moved very quickly, especially with intermission. What a lovely experience!!

Amazing production technology and seats have great views. All staff is super informative and…read moreproactively helpful. The parking options are street or paid lots, seems like there were plenty of space either way. Never knew the Childrens theatre was the same building as the MIA - would definitely make a longer day out it.