Why I'll go back: to experience culturally enriching and diverse entertainment options that further elevate our lifestyle in Palm Beach
Tony's Tip: There was a rolling release of events this season, and some of them sold out fairly early. So keep your eyes peeled this coming Fall as next season begins to hit.
Glazer Hall is the reimagined new cultural center of Palm Beach island. It stands in the footprint of the famed landmark Royal Poinciana Playhouse, which opened in 1958 and closed back in 2004. After a long hiatus, and with the financial and visionary stewardship of Jill and Avie Glazer, it reopened this past week for its inaugural performance. My wife and I went to opening night to see the Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai Circus. The show itself was fun and at times awe-inspiring, with feats of strength and balance that had us on the edge of our seat at various moments. We sat about ten rows up and pretty much dead center. The seats are pretty wide with nice legroom. Seats are cushioned and a bit firm. They don't really recline but allow for a comfortable posture. The rows are also at a stadium seating slope that allows everyone to have an unobstructed view regardless of how tall the person in front of you is.
The venue itself is gorgeous. It's nothing less than one would expect on the island of Palm Beach. Glazer Hall is said to be built in a nostalgic Regency style that is architecturally striking on the outside while elegant and clean on the inside. It is also "human scale" in nature, striking a contrast with the Kravis Center in West Palm, which also lends Glazer Hall to events that would be swallowed up in that larger venue. The panoramic views from a spacious rear patio along the intracoastal waterway also set the perfect backdrop for a pre-event cocktail and some sunset pictures.
Everyone could not have been nicer, from the people greeting guests and answering questions, to the bartenders, to the staff of the Glazer Hall organization mingling about. We have plans to attend several other events this season, including a choregraphed dance theater group, an ABBA cover band, and a couple of talks centering on high-end fashion (my wife, not me - lol). There's something for everyone on the roster this year, and now that it has established itself with such a high profile, I have no doubt that the sophomore season will bring an even more impressive schedule, with Glazer Hall being viewed as a "must" stop for A-list events touring throughout the U.S. As members, we have early access (by several days) to purchase tickets for all of the events. From what I saw, there were still plenty of tickets available in the 400-seat theater once they went on sale to the general public. Prices vary based on the type of event, but I think they're reasonable.
We're excited to have this new edition to the Palm Beach scene. There is an abundance of great restaurants, charity events, and outdoor experiences to enjoy in Palm Beach. However, Glazer Hall fills a space in the Palm Beach experience and does it in incredible fashion. Welcome to the island! read more