First time to see And There were None, absolutely loved it. We sat in the Mezzanine right with tickets around $80, which felt a bit pricey for Lancaster but the shows quality made up for it. Can't speak for the cheaper gallery tickets but we had a good view. Parking in the area is a bit tricky due to it being downtown Lancaster so plan ahead for that. Highly recommend overall. read more

Good quality shows, historic venue. Great for an evening out. Parking is rough which is the downside

Last minute whim on Friday the 27th to see The Play That Goes Wrong. Sadly, while our experience was well intended, like the play it went very wrong. What works: The Fulton website is very easy to use. No issue at all with selecting seats (I simply chose the best available seating option) or paying for them. Good information was also supplied as to nearby parking options, links to restaurant choices, accessibility, etc. No issue at all with walking in and going right to the box office for ticket pick up either. What didn't work: We had Box B seats 5 and 7 and initially no one could tell us where our seats were. The first person we spoke with tried to seat us in Box A (wrong side of the theatre) until the other usher stopped her and said we were upstairs. After they talked about it for a few seconds they went to find a third usher who told them where our seats were. Both apologized and said the theatre usually doesn't sell these seats so they were confused as to where we had to go. As for the seats, well...I'll let my picture do the talking. A large portion of the show is (audience facing the stage) on the left side and guess what our seats can't see? The left side of the stage because of the pillar blocking our sight line (also somewhat the couple right in front of us in seats 1 and 3 who are at eye level unlike if you had traditional orchestra, mezzanine or gallery seating where you would be looking up or down). While I thought about saying something while we were there, the main orchestra section looked sold out. If there were open seats, I didn't see them. What it comes down to is that The Fulton should not be selling these seats, period. The couple in front of us were craning their necks to see parts of the show which meant that we could see...a whole lot of nothing. I wouldn't be this ticked if there was some disclosure on the tickets or when you're selecting seats that these seats are view/sight obstructed, except there is nothing mentioned anywhere. These are sold straight up which is completely disingenuous. Let's sell full priced tickets that can't see a large percentage of the show. There's a name for that and it's called bait and switch. The show itself was funny (the parts we could see) but when you miss as much physical humor and sight gags as we did, it's impossible to enjoy everything in totality since you're missing the backbone of the show. I guess for the right show we would come back (obviously with much, much different seating) but at the end of the day we threw away money on this one that was total waste and it's a hard pill to swallow. read more

Fulton Theatre - Great seats, if you like staring at a pillar. - Performing Arts Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

When visiting relatives in Lancaster we always make sure to attend a performance at Fulton. We plan our vacations to Lancaster during the Fulton season so that we are able to see a performance. We have never been disappointed and the latest show that we saw (Anistasia) was fantastic. Looking forward to our next trip to Lancaster to take in another great performance at Fulton Theatre. read more

The kindness of the manager is something that this theatre has to work on. . On December 6 we saw elf at the theater. We had the worst seats in history. Mezzanine row b seats 27, 29 31. during the intermission. We asked to be moved because people's head were in front of us. During the whole first half. The theater was round so we were sitting where we had no view of the stage on the left-hand side. The manager was Donna. She asked to get us a seat cushion which would raise us a little bit, but that was not helpful. she then put us a little bit down two seats on the wing with two other people More concerned that these other people were inconvenienced more than us and ask them if she can get them a complementary drink when we asked for a complementary drink for our inconvenience she said no because we were invading their territory. She was very rude. The seats should've never been sold to any body. We paid $60 for them. They weren't worth a dollar They was terrible. My husband moved 1 million times his back was hurting. My sister moved her head back-and-forth my back-and-forth. I was moving all over the place and it was ice cold freezing where we were Although The show was great. Even though we didn't watch it we shut our eyes and just listen to it. It's a terrible experience. We thank the Theatre and Donna for our first time and our last time at the theater. read more

Amazing show! Just saw Frozen with my family and it was fantastic. Great venue and the staff are top notch. Thank you to Andrea for all of your assistance! read more

So far attended only one show " Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor dream" and I was so impressed by the production. Talented cast, great costumes, sound, energy and engaging of the audience. It was also humorous. Small theatre with comfortable seats, well organized snack/drink options for purchase. I am planning to attend again! read more

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attended the elf show. we had the worst seats. they should never sell these seats. we had mezzanine row b seats 27 29 and 31. it was so round that between heads in front of us and the circle so far around we couldnt see anything. Looking so forward to seeing this show. Very disappointed. read more

An amazing one night experience put on by an outstanding crew! Glad we got to see these talented actors on a night that went to a great cause! Always a treat to be here at The Fulton!! read more

Fulton Theatre - "Ragtime" 7/15/2023 An amazing one night experience put on by an outstanding crew! - Performing Arts Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

I'm here to watch my niece perform in 9-5 at this theater. it's got a lot of history and the place is completely roomy and fun! ps-- she is Dolly read more

Well friends... this is my 4th time at the Fulton and I love this place. What's a Cali kid doing in PA anyway?! My in-laws live in Lancaster and every Holiday my wife and I make time and spend the extra money to come to the professional shows here. From Disney's beauty and the beast, to A Christmas story, the talent, production, and service at this historic theatre is incredible. Located in the heart of Lancaster,PA, the original marquee shines bright as you walk up excited for your show. Ushers kindly great you, food and bar available and the coffee is even good. I'm not sure the exact history; but this is a historical landmark from early 1920s with original pieces in tact and original show poster on the wall from that era, you know it's not going anywhere, so rest assured. Look at the beams and stir fried in the pictures I took, also did I mention the orchestra is always live, never recorded and on top of that most of the talent is the best in the industry or from broadway in NYC. Please treat yourself to a night at the Fulton Theatre, you won't regret it! Hungry? Stop by Rachel's crapes for the best crapes in town! -- but wait... your Gluten-free, Vegan, and wanting an Oatmilk cappuccino?! Go to prince street cafe! Healthy and fulfilling options for all diets. well, Peter Pan is about to start and it's sold out show, see ya in Neverland! -JW read more

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Downtown Lancaster. SIMPLY WONDERFUL - GREAT SEATS - must plan ahead for parking. Old Theatre a Flashback but classy but could use some updates on Chairs and Carpet - Chairs were very uncomfortable in balcony mezz area where we stat. Play - Vocals, dancing, effects, the puppeteering was refreshing and really top notch and compare to that of actual BROADWAY IN NYC - if not better than some we have seen there. But the more intimate Seating was great in the balcony (except if you had to go to bathroom than up and down stairs Truly a good time and great show. Overall wonderful time read more

A cozy theater with a full bar. Beautiful interior especially around Christmas when it is tastefully decorated. Seats were comfortable and there were plenty of ushers to help you find your section and seat. Performance was professional as were the sets. The orchestra sound was bright and impressive. read more

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Beautiful theater in downtown Lancaster. Quality shows with quality casts. Went to see Jersey Boys this past summer and recently saw White Christmas. Both matinee shows with near capacity seating. All staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Seating is comfortable. 2 parking lots and 2 parking garages within a block of the theater. Highly recommend seeing a show here! read more

I've never been to Lancaster PA but went to see my nephew in the lead in "It Happened in Key West" . The Fulton Theater is a very impressive venue. Great old style architecture that will never be replicated. Super impressed. I was also blown away by The city. It has a great vibe and reminded me of Asheville NC but much larger. Kudos to the Marriot too. read more

It Happened in Key West It Happened in Key West is a total rip off of the musical Undying Love that I wrote and was produced in Key West in 1996 and again in 2018. My book Undying Love [HG&M publishing (originally published in 1997 by New Horizon Press and later by St. Martins Press)] is the basis for their script though, for obvious reasons, they won't admit it. I'm not sure where they found out about the story, but it could have been from an interview about Undying Love I had with Howard Stern on his radio show. I'm sure they were worried because Jill Santoriello and Jeremiah James came to our home in Key West to try to get me onboard. I refused because they chose to "cheese up" the facts. I thought their concept was awful and not very factual. Though much of the information about Elena and von Cosel is public domain, there is a work product exception that they really stretched when they used the "Black Wedding". These people seem talented enough to use their own imagination or find another historical story to memorialize in song. Instead they chose to be copy-cats. Not really plagiarism just tacky. Ben Harrison musician/playwright/author Key West, FL read more

Every time I visit another local theater, the Fulton is what I judge it against. It's in the heart of town, with lots of dinner options for before and after the show within easy walking distance. There's a small paid lot right across the street, but if that one's full the Prince Street parking garage is about a block away. The interior is spacious with lots of seating choices, including an upper gallery - it gives you a good view but the stairs, walkways, and seating up there are very narrow, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who is nervous about heights. The prices are affordable, but maybe more than other local theaters. Each season, I'm impressed by the diversity of the shows and the incredible talent that performs and produces them - for going on 10 seasons now. They've pulled off some incredibly simple ones (Deathtrap, Legally Blonde), and some that intimidate even much bigger theaters (Sweeney Todd). Even the children's shows are enjoyable - they only last about an hour (perfect for younger attention spans) and tend to involve audience participation. We have had season tickets to these family series shows for three years now, and my daughter loves it. My daughter also has participated in Fulton's theater Early Childhood Academy Program - it was a great introduction to how actors use their space, bodies, and imagination to tell stories. I'd recommend giving it a try to any parent whose little one shows an interest in the stage. read more

Fulton Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Beautiful, small local theatre. Very well maintained and acoustics were great with comfortable seating. Parking is super easy either on street or municipal garage just a block away, and ample dining options nearby for before or after the show! We saw mama mia and it was absolutely spectacular. Great music, talented actors, and very well done. We Would DEFINITELY consider another show here, and you should too! read more

DISCLAIMER - I go to a show maybe once or twice a year. I'm not a Theatre junkie. Most Broadway tunes remind me of a commercial instead of a cultural-historical masterpiece. I'm typically a normal average joe when it comes to Theatre (should it even be capitalized?) but I appreciate great entertainment. So take my review for what it's worth. The Fulton Opera House rocks my freakin' artsy-fartsy socks off! I have seen two musicals - West Side Story and Les Miserables. I was drooling in awe of the stunning performance (figuratively speaking... maybe.) The best part about the Fulton is that there isn't a bad seat in the house, and you're so close to the action. The quality and performance of the cast in each show was incredible. Once my wife finishes school and has evenings off, we will buy season tickets. If you're anywhere close to Lancaster I would highly recommend doing the same. The theatre itself and its history is a gem. Scroll to Katie W's review for the history of the theatre or visit the website thefulton.org. It's not only the oldest operating theatre, but clearly one of the best. You won't be dissappointed! read more

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The jewel of the city. If your just visiting or a local this is not to be missed. The theater is beautiful and every show is outstanding. Check out the history of this remarkable theatre. Make your visit to Lancaster memorable. read more

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Beautiful old venue. The shows are great. Parking and restaurants within easy walking distance.

The theater itself is beautiful example of a Broadway Theaters of the 1920's. The seats are arranged to give most seats an adequate view if not better. There is a shortage of restrooms on the first level bit the second level has amole facilities. However if you don't know that you could wait a considerable amount of time. I only saw two plays here one an old classic murder mystery bu Agatha Christe and the more recent Hunchback of Notre Dame. Both shows had excellent production values, and the acting done mostly by Actors Equity members was superb. For a regional theater their season os a nice mix of productions meant to get people and families in to see live theater. That is an excellent goal but for the more jaded theatre goer something a bit more daring each season would be welcome. Kudos and four stars for the Fulton Theatre in Lancaster, PA. read more

We loved our experience here! The theater itself was absolutely beautiful. It's affordable to get front row seats and really feel like you're a part of the action! We saw Peter Pan and the production was magical. We can't wait to go back and see a new show! read more

We were in town for the weekend and looking for a performance to see. The Mousetrap perfectly fit the bill - a whodunnit Agatha Christie play full of wonderful talents. The set was gorgeous, and the actors were engaging in their character portrayals. The Fulton Opera House was the perfect venue. I cannot wait to return to Lancaster for another show! read more

Fulton Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

It's just so pretty. No really, the Fulton Opera House is so pretty that it made me yearn for the days of old - before civil liberties, before women's rights, before medicine that didn't involve a bottle of whiskey. While watching a play - regardless if it happens to be a contemporary dramady - patrons are transplanted to the days of monocles, top hats, and secretive thigh garters. Ushers are kind; the chairs are immaculate and oh-so-comfy. Basically, the Fulton Opera House consumes you, and you leave with that sort of feel-good-sentimental vibe, which is a perfect complement to the old-meets-new aura of Lancaster, PA. read more

The Fulton Opera House is a first rate run local theatre. Each year the seaon of plays seems to get better and better. Actors, musicians, and dancers travel from around the country to perform. Likewise, viewers come from all over to see the well reviewed performances. The theatre dates back to 1852, and is recognized as the nation's oldest continuously operating theatre. It is also thought to be haunted (during the civil war it was used as a jail and Native Americans were slaughtered here). Mark Twain, the Barrymores, and W.C. Fields are among some of the historical actors that have performed at the Fulton. You must make your way to this grand theatre, if you cannot make a show, atleast go and take a tour! read more

I went to see Elf last evening and it was wonderful! I never went to the Fulton Opera House but I am so glad I did. Very clean and staff was very friendly and helpful. Only negative comment was the seating...it was a little tight and uncomfortable however I will return. Looking forward to seeing another show there. read more

The gem of Lancaster City. I've seen several shows here and was always satisfied with the performance. From the lobby to the theater itself the architecture is amazing. The only two complaints I have is the men's bathroom in the lower level is one person at a time resulting in long lines and that the dress circles do not face the stage. This is a great place to see a show. read more

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My husband and I have been to two shows so far! (Wizard of Oz and most recently Annie Get Your Gun) We absolutely have a blast each time we have gone. The staff is so pleasant, and it's fun when they dress with accents of whatever is currently showing. For instance, some were wearing bandanas and others were wearing cowboy hats. The building is absolutely beautiful, and we truly appreciate the historic aspect. Seats are very comfortable, and there really isn't a bad seat (at least on the lower level - we never sat in the balcony) in the theater. Prices are reasonable for the experience and the performance. Actors are top notch! We absolutely LOVED our time here! read more

Beauty and the Beast was A MAY ZING!!! The set designer deserves and ton of the credit and the cast was outstanding. I love this place! read more

I saw LegallyBlonde last Friday at the fallen and left the theater singing along and in all of the amazing show I witnessed. The entire cast was phenomenal and the fulton always finds a way to roll out the red carpet for every show that they produce. My friends and I arrived early to the theater to take advantage of their student rush tickets the fulton runs a special where if you show them a student ID one hour before showtime you get the best seat available in the house for only $10. This is an absolute steal because their shows are very close to Broadway quality. With enough time before the show we also grab a few drinks at the bar. I was very impressed to see that their beer was only four dollars for brands such as yuenling, miller, and even Lancaster brewing Company. overall a great night out and a great event to do with friends,especially if you aren't college students in the area!! read more

Nice theater. The play we saw "The Mystery of Irma Vep" was hilarious! It was in the small theater on the 4th floor. This was my first time here.I haven't been to the main stage theater yet. I would have given 5 stars except the seating in the small theater on 4th floor did not have stadium seating, therefore if you aren't tall you may have trouble seeing the stage unless you arrive early and sit in the first two rows. Small cafe across the street open until 11:00 to get a bite to eat or a coffee after the show. Parking on other side of street on same block at Millersville University lot. read more

Near Broadway quality for half the price. My wife and I have been to several shows here and always enjoyed them. We've been to New York and seen a Broadway, and honestly The Fulton is just as good, way cheaper, and less stress. Great date night, or good for a group too. Beautiful old theatre too! read more

Saw Les Miserables here with a friend. It was AWESOME. The actors and actresses were great and had beautiful voices. And it wasn't expensive - around $25 each for great seats. My only complaint was that there are not enough bathrooms. Had to wait 15-20 minutes during intermission to use the bathroom. Otherwise, definitely a great place to go in the Lancaster area! read more

I can tell this place is gorgeous! Beautifull theater, very well maintain and with great shows going on. The orchestra under the stage that you can just see when your are closing in is very nice and exciting. We went to see mary popins and were delighted. The kids like it very much too but it was a bit long and late for the 3y old... not due to the place anyway. Really worth the expense at least once a year. read more

Beautiful venue. Easy access to parking. Great pricing. The view is great from almost anywhere in the house given the size of the theater. We saw Beauty and The Beast and what a pleasant surprise that was! The night ended in a well deserved standing ovation. Can't wait to return for the next play! read more

I have since been able to attend two shows at this beautiful theater and I have to say, they were well executed and a fantastic value. I will be returning here for shows every time I am in the area. read more

Beautiful inside and out, great history, and overall just an enjoyable experience. I even got my parents tickets for their most recent wedding anniversary and they never go to theatre and they loved it. Great discounts for students also! read more

saw the fulton's production of irving berlin's white christmas last week. i was blown away by the quality of the production as well as the beauty of the fulton! this was my first time here and i am definitely going to make an effort to come back. looking at the old posters from past performances in the 1800s was so cool. i purchased seats on the top mezzanine and we were able to see and hear everything perfectly. only note is that the seats in the nose bleed section were ungodly uncomfortable. there is no shortage of padding on my derriere and i was dying waaay before intermission. on my next visit i am going to splurge for better seats. read more

Charming theater no bad seat in the house. I enjoy seeing shows here. You get the gorgeous appointments of an old theater but on a smaller scale. read more