Opera Grand Rapids is so lucky to have this fantastic rehearsal space. While a little live it is a…read morenew building with lots of light & plenty of large windows. Plus there are extra practice rooms upstairs. Piano needs a little tuning but that happens a lot. This building is also the space where the offices & box office is. There is parking in the rear or free parking on the street.

From the owner: Opera Grand Rapids enriches our West Michigan community through the creativity and excellence of…read morethis timeless art form. Opera is a unique, powerful experience that moves people. Opera is also an occasion-a night out filled with music, vocal athleticism, drama, and a story with an emotional appeal that brings people back time after time.

Great venue for a comedy show. I went on Friday night to Brad Williams. Tickets were easy to buy…read moreonline ($36) and I just showed my mobile ticket entry. There are parking garages nearby- I walked. There are metal detectors as you enter. Security watches you go through and bam -you're at the bar! I got a local beer ($12) and headed for the stairs. Apparently there is an elevator for those who cannot or do not want to take the stairs. People were filing in. I heard the bell to take your seat so I hustled all the way to the top. I had a seat in the very last row- row L. L for Last lol. Seat 24 so kinda in the middle. I would say I could see the stage without anyone blocking my view. It's steep up there. There were ushers on each level, assisting people to their seats. Those nosebleed seats did not have beer holders. Oh well. The sound was good- I heard everything. The seat was comfortable. After the show i used the restroom- plenty of stalls- no line, clean, easy signage to tell you where it is. Exiting was easy. So I'd say this is an easy in and out experience. I was comfortable. I could see and hear everything. No big TVs so you really need good vision. They don't take your phone away. Not a bad Friday night.

Beautiful space with great acoustics! I came for the symphony and it did not disappoint! Super…read morehelpful attendants with clean facilities. Can't wait to return for another event!

This review is for the beginner adult ballet class that I took through SweatNet. The Grand Rapids…read moreBallet is the only professional ballet company in the state of Michigan, which is so amazing to me. I have only ever been to one performance at the ballet, but have always been interested in seeing more at this theatre. I grew up taking dance, including ballet, and have always been interested in dance. Plus Center Stage was one of my favorite movies in the early 2000s, haha. The Grand Rapids Ballet also includes a ballet school for students ages 3-19, plus adult and Adaptive Dance classes. The beginner adult class is open to anyone and you can request a complimentary trial class. Beyond that, classes are usually $15 for drop ins, or you can get a 10-class punch card for $120. Classes are on weekday evenings from 6:30-8 pm. They also offer adult intermediate classes. Parking is limited in their lot, and the night I went there were lots of parents picking up kids so I ended up parking on the street. The class was taught by Attila Mosolygo, one of the instructors at the school. We started with warm ups and lots of barre work, focusing on strength, lower body movements, and flexibility. There weren't a ton of modifications given but with my limited knowledge of ballet I made it through as best as I could. We ended with a bit of floor work, including practicing chene turns and lots of jumping. My quads were definitely working hard and I worked up a sweat. I had a lot of fun and would go back for another class in the future.

From the start, the entryway of Grand Rapids Ballet shows you just what you'll be experiencing! The…read moredoors are lively and inspirational, and, once inside, the soaring, light-filled space, decorated with a large-scale photo of a dancer, fills you with joy. That's just a taste of what's to come. The most powerful, moving, and extraordinary dance I've ever seen? Aquatic hypoxia, choreographed by Nicolas Blanc, and part of MoveMedia: handmade... 7 new, original works, all world premieres. If this is the caliber of GR Ballet's shows, this company will go FAR. The dancing and choreography talent is tremendous. There is a spacious coat room, a closer men's bathroom, and a women's bathroom at the far end (why? I wished there was a closer handicap bathroom for either gender). The seating is pleasing, with plenty of leg room and comfortable chairs. I sat at the end of the row, and perhaps 10% of the stage was obscured by the side curtains. Luckily, most of the dancing occurred in visibility. One very smart thing inside the theatre: the lighting on the stairs is very clever. It is covered, so not obtrusive, but definitely lit up the stairs if you needed egress during the snow. Thank you! There is a parking lot in front (with 2 handicap spaces, so get there early if you need it), and a city lot across the street. We attended this as part of an official Yelp event, and I am SO glad we drove from Kalamazoo in a crazy winter ice storm!

Our wedding here was amazing! The building is gorgeous and Nadine was super easy to work with. We…read moreused the projector in the ballroom to play MarioKart which was so fun! It was also very convenient to have everything in one place; two suites for getting ready, a room for the ceremony, and the ballroom was the perfect reception hall.

We went to see the pianist Tiffany Poon at the St. Cecilia Music Center. It was my first time at…read morethe concert hall and I found it a very pleasant experience. The interior of the building is quite pretty and the moong around the stage is lovely. Tiffany Poon was absolutely lovely and the acoustics were very good. We noticed that the piano sounded a little out of tune as the concert progressed, making us wonder how they were storing and humidifying the piano. Unfortunately, sound can be fickle during these intensely fluctuating temperatures but it was noticeable. There was a free coat hanging area in the front and before entering the main music hall which was a nice addition in the winter months. There is a small lot for parking so we ended up street parking a couple blocks away. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience and first time.

What a fun event space! Whether watching a movie, hitting up a concert, grabbing a meal, or…read moreattending one of their many events in the beautiful promenade outside, you cannot go wrong by going to Studio Park! And make sure you ask to have your parking validated!

I've never had a worse experience than at this location. We paid $30 to park here for an event, my…read more4 year old was crying he had to use the restroom so badly, the woman at the front desk refused to let him use their restroom even though nobody was around. I pleaded with her and she continued to not allow us in the restroom. I've emailed management, she needs to be trained on how to focus on the customers. I spent $10 on a movie ticket so he could use the restroom, then proceeded to pay $30 for my parking. Never go here - these employees have not beeen trained on how to care for the customers or put them first. I'm actually shocked, we've never had an experience at a celebration studio like this before. never will we ever go to this location again.

I consider myself super lucky to have Broadway Grand Rapids as an option for the arts. My parents…read moretook me to lots of musicals as a kid and I grew up playing in the pit orchestras of several musicals throughout middle school and high school. My love for theatre runs deep, so I'm happy to be able to support the arts and be entertained through a season membership to Broadway GR. The caliber of shows is incredible and I've seen so many favorites right in our city including Lion King, Hamilton, Wicked, Fiddler on the Roof, Hadestown, Six, and Come From Away, just to name a few. Renewing season tickets is generally very easy and the local customer service department is super helpful. I've had to exchange some tickets for different dates and it's a simple process through the website or the Ticketmaster app. As a season ticket holder, you get some perks including first access to additional shows (like Hamilton) that may not be included in the season ticket package, discounts and deals at local restaurants for the night of your show, and discounted parking in a nearby parking garage. Currently as of 2023, only small clutches will be permitted at performances (no larger than 12" x 9" x 3"). Masks are optional and there is no covid vaccine or negative test requirement. Once inside, you can purchase beverages and small snacks and now beverages can be brought into the auditorium. The lines for the concessions and bars can be quite long. I also wish they offered a water dispenser, as I tend to get really thirsty during the performances! Otherwise your options are a pricey bottle of water or the communal drinking fountain. The restroom situation is much improved as they've added more women's restrooms so the lines move a little quicker. I haven't noticed the theatre being quite a warm lately, which is great for me but consider bringing layers in case of fluctuating temperatures. I get excited every year when the lineup is announced and hope to continue to support the arts for many years to come.

I love Broadway Grand Rapids! I'm so thankful for the high quality shows they are able to bring to…read moreGR! As a former choir kid I love musical theater. So to be able to see some of my favorite musicals in my own hometown is incredible! We just attended the opening night for Hamilton which I have wanted to see for years. It was amazing. So much talent! We've previously seen The Lion King, Wicked, and Phantom of the Opera. Every time is a great experience DeVos place is also a great venue. They run things very smoothly and there really isn't a bad seat. Purchasing tickets is fairly easy through Ticketmaster. Cost varies depending on the show. Currently you do have to show proof of COVID vaccination or a recent negative test to get in. They are also requiring masks while in the venue.

Circle Theatre is such a little gem in our community. I recently attended Girls' Weekend, which was…read morea super fun comedy. There are no bad seats as it's in the round, and when I ordered my tickets online there was plenty of availability. When we arrived, we were greeted at a podium and just had to give my name. We got a cute brochure with our seat numbers written on it and then got in line for concessions. They serve alcohol at select performances, and ours was one of them, so we got a couple drinks and some snacks. I was hoping for popcorn, but they didn't have any so we got Cheez its and some candy. All the employees we encountered (I think mostly students) were very friendly and polite. Once the doors opened, friendly ushers helped us find our seats. The theatre was comfortable and the rows were short, which is nice so you don't have to climb over too many people to get to your spot. The play itself was hilarious and so much fun. I'm looking forward to seeing more shows at Circle Theatre in the future.

We visited the Circle theater to see the play "A Few Good Men". We loved the atmosphere and the set…read moreup of the theater. Anywhere you sit in the theater has a great view. And the local actors did a phenomenal job! We decided that we would definitely be back!

I grew up surrounded by music, from piano lessons to playing viola for six years as an adolescent…read more My former viola teacher is a member of the Grand Rapids Symphony and I always enjoy seeing her perform. The GRS is currently shut down due to COVID-19 but they have been providing videos of symphony members performing in their "From Our Home to Yours" video series which can be found on their Facebook page and YouTube channel. These performances are so beautiful and I love that we can still enjoy the music that they provide, even if we're all staying in our homes. Throughout a regular season, the GRS has so many fun performances for everyone, even if you're not a classical music fan. I personally love classical music, but their movie score play-along events are really amazing. I love the Home Alone performance they do every year. Picnic Pops is also a great concert series that takes place at Cannonsburg each summer. The arts community needs our support and if you have the means to do so, you can donate money to this treasure of a nonprofit.

My mom and me arrived just in time, I bought tickets to see the Snowman. I was excited because I…read morelove the Symphony. Our symphony was great and there was an interactive part that the attendees got to be partake. Adult and kids were able to partake in the concert. The words were on the screen and we sang lod and proud some Christmas carols. When I lived in San Diego, I went to see the Symphony at least every two months, so I was excited to see my new symphony play. I can't explain how I feel when I hear those talented musicians play their hearts out. The passion is so evident and every chance i get i will continue to attend. Thank you Grand Rapids Symphony!