For sure Palm Springs or Coachella valley has had its ups and downs with theater venues focused on…read morespecific demographic and wallet size. Follow the money I get it. But Plaza Theater is so refreshing, we've attended 5 events here and all have been great. Play, concerts, and things like Better Late which was a fund raiser for the treater. SHORT ANSWER: Yes, don't over think it, find an event and go for it. LOCATION: New location of a historic theater, so beautiful and well managed, everyone is welcomed as well as casual desert dress attire seems to be the code of dress. FACILITY: Reclaimed and feels historic, easy to park, have dinner before or after the show. LIBATIONS: beverages are available on site and at drinkable at your seat, cost is what costs are, this is for the betterment of the Theater so appreciate the high costs are going to the Theater not some out of control philanthropic organization that does not need any more money. STAFF: As far as I know, all volunteer and all very nice. Getting in is a phone thing showing your tickets, I figured it out so it is not too hard. I am sure you can kill a tree and print your ticket as well. OVERALL VALUE: Events are kind of expensive but worth it... TIP: Depending on time of year, dining before and event can be quiet and enjoyable. Dining after you may find a lot of partying over served people having too much fun, but that is okay just not my thing.

The staff at the Plaza Theatre couldn't have possibly been more accommodating! I was dancing at a…read moredinner party the night prior, when I heard a pop in my hip and felt excruciating pain. It was all I could do to exit the dance floor, and I could barely walk the next day. Imagine my dismay when I found out there was no elevator to get up to my balcony seats. The gentleman who collected our tickets offered us padded folding chairs at the back of orchestra level, which I was more than grateful for. About 10 minutes later one of the docents came to us and had aisle seats 10 rows back, as someone had to cancel. I was flabbergasted and extremely grateful. The way that they accommodated my spouse and I and made our one year anniversary celebration an enjoyable experience in spite of my pain, will never be forgotten.

Attended "Shag with a Twist" during Modernism Week 2024, and had a nice time. There are quite a few…read morestairs to get from street level down to the theater, but there is an elevator for those needing it. The staff assisting with check-in and seating were quite friendly and knowledgeable. The theater seating was comfortable and slightly offset to help with line of sight to the stage. The acoustics were good. There's a parking lot on site, as well as a free public parking structure right across the street. We would definitely return for another performance.

Just returned from the Palm Springs Film Festival. This is a lovely theater attached to the art…read moremuseum. They have a nice cafe attached to it also.

Saguaro Drag Brunch!! OMG what can I say!! It was literally…read moreone of the best drag shows I have attended and let me be clear, I have attended many. The location is great and the opportunity to meet and greet with the performers was great. The actual brunch staff from El Jefe cantina were amazing as well. Food was good and fairly priced. It was organized. I give a big applause for management/ ownership of the Drag company that puts this show on... all the performers were amazing, the energy & talent is top notch!! Keep doing what you're doing! So good! Venue was clean and all is friendly. I highly recommend this show and also this re

Just as advertised: great for bachelorette parties! All others: BEWARE!…read more The "meet and greet": totally disorganized. Can't say much for brunch and "show." We needed to escape.. (Left $140 on the table.)

The McLean Family has been part of the Palm Canyon theater experience for 30 years and it is part…read moreof our Palm Springs legacy.

This theatre is an absolute jewel. A family-run non-profit favorite!…read more They are approaching their 30th year of providing some of the best live theatre in the Valley. They have a polite and professional staff - but one of my favorite aspects is their welcoming volunteers and the mostly volunteer performers who donate so many hours to their art. Bravo! The venue's life began as one of Palm Springs' first school gymnasiums, so it's a bit dated, but in a good way. It's an intimate space with the first row starting immediately at the stage. It has a nostalgic and friendly feel. The steps to the seating are a bit steep, so if guests need a little more physical consideration - try to let the box office know, and they'll graciously try and accomodate them. They have a small but adequate concession area with fair prices. The adjacent parking lot fills up fast, but there's another lot a short block away. There are a host of small eateries nearby, so consider going early to get the best parking and enjoy a full evening of good food and great entertainment. Roger Medanich

What a pleasant surprise four of us had, attending a matinee of Guys and Dolls at CV Rep. This was…read morea first visit for all of us, and we were blown away by the theater, performances, sets, sounds, seats, staff, free covered parking, easy access, the program, costumes, lobby, just wow for community theater. Every person on stage demonstrated multiple talents in a tight production. Such a delight. If we were drinking, we may have been disappointed with the beer and wine selection TBH, but the snacks hit the spot. Not a bad seat in the house, filled with appreciative theater goers. We visit the area regularly and look forward to attending future shows!

We are big fans of community theater, have been subscribers or intermittent patrons in many cities,…read moreso Coachella Valley Rep was a pleasant surprise for us during a desert visit. We attended a preview of One man, Two Guvnors, nicely priced at $60. The 208 seats were about 80% filled and the audience was delighted with the performance. Parking was no problem for the matinee and the volunteer greeters were ever so helpful. The stage is huge, as the facility was once home to an IMAX theater. The sound and lighting were great, and we were thrilled to have attended. Down the road, the next up is Guys and Dolls, followed by Ernest Shackleton Loves me. We will gladly see both.

We had tkts for Cher in march 2026 but the only way that we found out it had been cancelled was at…read morea performance at DTW, for Neil Simon. We were finally offered tkts to see Beehive but on different dates. Thus we asked for a refund. It's now June 6 and after numerous emails back and forth and being told check is in the mail, we have received nothing. We were told to contact the CEO and he promised to get to the bottom of this. One week later, after several attempts to follow up, still no response. Very frustrating and disappointing for a theater that we have supported for the past 15 years. Not too sure who to turn to. !!! Has anyone experienced a similar problem???

"Cher" show cancelled the morning of the performance on March 15, 2026. Katrina from Desert…read moreTheatreWorks advised that a refund of $93.00 would be issued. After a short period of time she referred the matter to Raul and eventually to Ron Phillips. Although I have phoned Phillips numerous times and numerous emails, they have not shown the decency to even acknowledge my communication. Very disappointed

Our group of six had the best night ever! Arrived at 5, sat by the piano. Enjoyed wonderful piano…read moremusic, cocktails, a surprise musical guest, and magic/comedy by Jeff himself. That itself was worth the price of admission! Then onto the theatre.- a wonderfully magical intimate experience with more magic with Jeff and then the headliner, Doc Dixon. Great! Total experience was 2 1/2 hours that exceeded comedy shows in L.A. Who would have thought this could happen in our hometown of La Quinta?? Thank you Jeff for an awesome evening. We will definitely return to enjoy all the things! To greater success!

When in La Quinta, Marvyn's is a must do, period. Where else will you find quality live…read moreentertainment in a beautiful intimate environment? I have only been here almost a dozen times but each time we leave feeling better than we entered. Want to know why? Because we laughed so hard and shed some tears in the process. We were fortunate enough to have seen the Christmas show with Jeff's daughter. It was such a wonderful show with her pianist and saxophonist accompanying her and multiple costume changes. We also enjoyed seeing her father perform. I must say I look for the shows where it's mainly Jeff Hobson performing because he is so funny, so talented, and he has such incredible timing with quick wit that it literally tickles my brain. Arrive an hour prior to the show and enjoy the entertainment in the lobby. You can order something to drink from the bar. Just make sure you've made dinner plans before or after the show as there's no food available. You will be treated to either musical talent or magical talent prior to the main show in the auditorium. Choose the front row if you REALLY want to participate. Great for celebrating special occassions.

Saw 'Agnes of God' tonight at Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs. I recommend this play to all who…read moreenjoy the craft of abundantly gifted actors such as Martha Waterbury (Dr. Martha Livingston), Laura Julian (Mother Superior) and Britt Adams (Agnes). Their performance held my attention and moved my emotions as the truth about Agnes' childhood abuse, her dead child and the scandal that the convent tried to cover up unfolded in the story. I enjoyed this performance more than the movie.

From the owner: Coyote StageWorks is Palm Springs' most exciting professional, not-for-profit theater company…read more Operating out of the beautiful Annenberg Theater in the Palm Springs Art Museum, Coyote StageWorks offers the best in contemporary theater, from comedies to musicals to dramas. Recently voted a Finalist for "Best Live Theater" in Desert Magazine's Best of the Valley reader's poll, Coyote StageWorks is your best bet for quality, Broadway style productions at affordable desert prices.

I surprised my husband for his birthday with tickets to see one of his favorite artists, Paul Anka…read more At 84 years young, his voice remains incredible and timeless. The concert was absolutely beautiful we truly fell in love all over again, as the music touched our souls and brought back so many emotions. The McCallum Theatre is a stunning venue spotless, very well organized, and filled with warmth. From the moment we arrived, every staff member was kind, courteous, and welcoming, which made the entire experience even more special. This was our second time visiting the theatre, and once again, it exceeded our expectations. We genuinely love coming here and look forward to many more unforgettable nights. Highly recommend this wonderful venue.

Great acoustics and friendly volunteers! What more do you need! My favorite dining companion and I…read moreenjoy shows here. Just wish the ticket prices would come down a touch.