The Rose Wagner Center is a beautiful theater downtown. It's fairly small and quaint, but it's…read morecomfortable and there are no bad seats. I believe most of the ushers are volunteers, so they are folks that really want to be there. They are always helpful and friendly-a diverse group! They have a small concession stand where you can get some treats and there is a (paid) parking lot across the street. Come a couple hours before your show and hit one of the nearby bars or restaurants to make a full date night!

Came here for the first time during my 4th Sundance Film Festival Trip and it was nice to support…read morein SLC! The layout is a little interesting- you start at the middle, then head downstairs and then go back upstairs to get seated. Odd but it worked. The theater is much smaller than I thought but the seats were comfy and a good size. Watching the films were great and the sound was balanced nicely too. The only tricky part is parking, make sure to park directly behind the building and not other adjacent lots as those seem to be $$$.

This was a cool find upon my exploration of Salt Lake City!…read more I have been reading and following a book this summer called The Artist Way where the idea is to write morning pages to open your mind and flow with creativity. Additionally, it tasks you with one thing each week as your "Artist's Date." That could be anything from rummaging through an estate sale, going to a funky shop by yourself.. basically any new experience. This venture into the tabernacle served as my artist's date for the week. Honestly I was more into exploring downtown Salt Lake than planning to head to the temple grounds, but as I got closer I grew intrigued to see it. I also had someone following me and shouting obscenities, so when I saw the green space here (and security officers and crowds), I thought, sure, why not head that way?! The tabernacle has a presence, for sure. It was quiet, with some people pulling up seats in the pews and just kicking back. There was no live choir, but at one point a recording of choir went off and added a nice ambiance. Someone got up to do an acoustic display; they dropped a pencil without a mic and I could hear it clear as day in the back. The domed roof allows for that, similar to many cathedrals I've been in across Europe. I enjoyed the energy here. I heard lots of Mormons connecting as many had traveled from various cities and continents, and while not Mormon myself, I caught glimpses of their community and belonging that were nice to observe. Sometimes the unplanned discoveries when out and about, or on the artist's date in this case, are some of the more fun elements of day to day living. This one definitely snuck up on me, and I'm grateful for the brief experience.

Seeing the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square was one of those experiences that made me feel…read moregenuinely grateful to be there. I was fortunate enough to catch a live broadcast of Music and the Spoken Word, and everything was beautifully organized from start to finish. The performance began and ended exactly on schedule, and the whole experience flowed with such calm precision that it felt almost effortless. The music was moving, the atmosphere was peaceful, and the setting made it feel incredibly special. It's something that truly felt once in a lifetime for me, and I loved every moment of it.

If you like old, you came to the right place. It's 90 years old. However, it's small. You can't…read moremove your legs around or anything. I was on the balcony sitting towards the right of the theater and in front of me was a wooden stage to hold the lighting. There was this huge light in front of me and so i moved, but it wasn't on. There was no reason for it. I came during Sundance Film Festival, so the House was packed. They were very organized and everything ran on time. I wish the sound was just a notch or two louder. It's a great theater but surely needs a few updates to keep with the times. The movie screen was sharp and clear, no interferences. Just wish it was a bit more comfortable for me while i was sitting. :/

Take a step back in time....no, take ten steps back-and find yourself at Tower Theater. It's like a…read moresnapshot from when movies were first gaining popularity in theaters and people were excited to dress up for the event. This little old theater is located near the corner of 9th and 9th-a trendy area. The parking is limited, but it's not usually too bad since they only show one film at a time. You'll find concessions at a fraction of the price at larger theaters. And bonus points for the DVDs that you can rent. How many other movie theaters do THAT? This is a great little independent theater that we should all support. It's like a preservation effort that we can all participate in.

Even though we consider ourselves "Small Lake City" we still have some amazing places to visit when…read morewe want a cultured night out. Abravanel Hall has hosted many a date night for me and I've seen some wonderful performances there. It's a beautiful facility that has an air of an upscale ambience without being overly stuffy. While the parking situation is tricky, the Trax station has a stop right outside, so it's easily accessible with public transportation. I've loved all the shows I've seen here-most recently including the symphony. I'm excited to go see more shows in the future.

The Utah Symphony's hall is quite impressive for a city with a population of 199,723 (2020 census)…read more The red four-story blown-glass installation sculpture in the lobby is the Olympic Tower, by glass artist Dale Chihuly (1941-). The wood reminds me of Lincoln Center (but I'm not too fond of the gold hue). We were on our way to FamilySearch, but when passing by the symphony hall, we found a Mozart concert! And they still have tickets. Lucky me. The program: 1. Mozart, Symphony #35 2. Saint-Saëns, piano concerto #2, with Alessio Bax (1977-, Bari, Italy) 3. Bartók, concerto for orchestra Conductor Christoph Koncz (1987-, Konstanz, West Germany) gave a briefing on the background, which is excellent. The latecomers are let in during the piece that is being played. Errrhhhh... I thoroughly enjoy Saint-Saëns' piano concerto; the pianist received a prolonged standing ovation. The thundering enthusiasm is rewarded with an encore: he plays with his left hand only. Couldn't remember the name of the piece. The third piece is bit too hard, so we left.

I don't think I've been to the Maverick center for at least a decade maybe even longer but I…read moredigress. I came here to see a concert and stood in the pit section. The people who are working the venue are really nice and super helpful. This was my first time at a concert at the Maverick Center and their acoustics are not as good as other indoor arenas I have been to. I don't know if it was the band or just the way the sound is set up in the building. There was so much base that it made it really difficult to hear the singing. The venue is decent. I would come back if there is a band I'm interested in seeing.

We traveled to Utah specifically to see Olivia Dean, and the Maverik Center ended up being a pretty…read morenice venue for the concert. It felt more intimate than a huge stadium, and I loved that it was close to our hotel. The area around it was cute too, and there's a whole floor inside with different stadium-style food options. A couple things to know before going...it gets REALLY hot inside. I was sweating like I was in hot yoga even while drinking plenty of cold water. I really wish there had been better air circulation, especially with a packed crowd. Also, we grabbed tacos from one of the concession stands and unfortunately they were cold, including the meat, which was disappointing. The biggest issue was actually leaving the venue. Getting in was easy, but getting out was a completely different story. It took somewhere around 1 1/2-2 hours before traffic was properly coordinated and we could finally get moving. It seemed like the surrounding streets may have needed to be blocked off or better managed to help everyone leave. Hopefully that's something they can improve for future events. Aside from those things, we had an amazing time. Olivia Dean was incredible, and the Utah crowd was honestly one of my favorite parts. Everyone was singing, dancing, and completely immersed in the concert. Utah, I love you guys! You were such a beautiful audience to experience this with.

The theater was not made for tall or wide people, there are some seats that are akin to the worst…read moreseat on a tiny plane so be very careful with seat selection. Also, don't expect to be comfortable. Unless you understand the language of the opera, the box seats are horrible - seeing back stage is distracting, sound isn't surround so you sometimes can't hear parts, and the subtitles are not in your eye-line. Bathrooms are clean but again, small stalls and not a lot of room. Concessions is very basic and you're only allowed water in the theatre. Due to the affordability, I'll continue to buy season tickets. There's no plans to upgrade this place unfortunately so we're stuck with a mediocre design - you're best best is to call and ensure you sit exactly where you want for your desired experience.

I'm from New York City and regularly attended the New York City Ballet at the Lincoln Center. I…read morepretty much thought enjoying the ballet was over for me when moving out west and was very surprised to find a world class experience here in Salt Lake City. The Capitol Theatre is a worthy home of the high-quality work that is presented here. It's a little bit less grand than what I'm used to, but still a beautiful stage and curtain that is well appointed and does what any good theater should. It successfully puts your mind in body in that space where you're ready to digest an artistic effort with just the right amount of respect and anticipation that is appropriate. It's also well managed. I've been to a couple of events held here in the lobby that were again... Perfectly conceived and executed. This is a real feather in Salt Lake City's cap.

Fantastic place to enjoy the arts! The environment is beautiful and the performances are always…read moremind blowing. I am always impressed with what they are able to pull off.

Just to give you an idea of the Live! At the Eccles series, let me take you back to one weekend in…read more2016. November 11, I saw Jay Leno (free tix, forced by my wife:), the next night, I saw Morrissey (my much-wanted birthday present). So, yeah, the Live! At the Eccles series has something for everyone. It's interesting ... I've sat in different areas: Tier 3, Tier 2, and four rows from the front in Tier 1. I've never felt too far away. Also, you can hear the music well anywhere in the house: Everybody's ears were ringing (including me) near the back of the epic Morrissey concert, but up front for Bob Dylan, it was a little more forgiving on the ears. And stand up comedy? Yes, it's perfect for that. The Live! Series seems more to the over-50 crowd. While this means some stand-up comedy (Leno, Tim Allen, John Cleese) and old-timer bands like Huey Lewis & The News, but also cool legends like Morrissey, Bob Dylan, Mavis Staples, and Ani DiFranco. A few months back, I saw U2 in Twickenham Stadium in the UK. Like most concerts, there's mess, belligerent drunks, bathroom lines (even for the dudes), and it takes forever to get home. These sort of arena concert problems won't be found at the Eccles Theater. The vibe at the Eccles is a little more Theatre-like: A five-story "Grand" lobby, terrazzo art flooring, baluster and glass for miles, lounges, indoor and outdoor seating, a cafe area, and suited ushers at every door. That doesn't mean the crowds can't get raucous: Morrissey had a mosh pit and the usual fanatics who jump onstage to meet the legend. The seats are a bit butt-numbing. I didn't notice at Morrissey or Bob Dylan, as we were standing a lot. I couldn't feel my backside after the first half-hour of Jay Leno. Also, the attendants are a bit too authoritarian. They were VERY distracting at Bob Dylan trying to stop people from filming the concert. Still, long story short, it's a great series with a diversity of artists every year.

Wow! We went to the opera as part of a symphony package deal--La Traviata--it was the best opera…read moreI've been to and I was blown away by the woman lead: so young and from Nee Mexico, but so accomplished! Wow! We also went to a couple of other symphonies and have enjoyed them thoroughly. We definitely will continue patronizing this wonderful venue and talented musicians.

I'm fortunate enough to be the mother of a musician, so we have lots of opportunities to visit…read moreshows. He loves music so much that he'd rather go to the symphony than a movie, unlike most young adults his age. The Utah Symphony and the Utah Opera are both fantastic organizations that provide exquisite entertainment. I love that they offer discounted tickets for students-encouraging youth to enjoy the arts.