Here with my Red Hat Society Ladies to see Wreck the Halls, a Christmas themed play. I didn't know…read morethere was a theater here so I'm pleasantly surprised. It's a short walk from several restaurants and bars so you can park in one of the large parking lots. I loved the sitting area in the lobby. Intimate seating behind large picture windows. There is a concession stand with wine available. As a matter of fact, you can pre-order a drink to pick up at intermission. So cool. I'm looking forward to returning in January for the next play.

"From My Hometown" is, without question, the hottest ticket in Central Florida…read more If you haven't secured a seat yet, do whatever you can to get one. This production delivers a level of entertainment that surpasses anything I've seen at Dr. Phillips. The show transports you to a time when confidence felt earned, ambition was fueled by self‑belief, and the dream of success pulsed through every city street. Three cousins reunite unexpectedly in 1970s New York City, each chasing their shot at rhythm‑and‑blues stardom. Having been in NYC during that era myself, the musical stirred memories of a time when music wasn't designed to shock--it was meant to lift the spirit, soothe the soul, and move you from the inside out. This show captures that perfectly. From the moment the curtain rises, the audience is swept into a world that never disappoints. By the end of the evening, you realize you've been entertained more deeply than any amusement park or theater in the region could ever promise. If the spirit of James Brown, Otis Redding, or Jackie Wilson can be felt anywhere today, it's on this stage. Absolutely loved it.

I went here to see Carrie. I really like the theater and the surrounding areas. The theater looks…read morevery nice, the staff is friendly and the seats were very comfortable. The surrounding areas are very nice and are perfect for taking pictures. Parking is a bit challenging, but 5 minutes away from the theater were plenty.

What a great time today at the Annie Russell Theatre in Winter Park at Rollins College to see The…read more39 Steps! Since I can't afford a Renaissance or Eras ticket short of parting with a major organ, blowing 20 bucks to see college theatre will just have to do. Myself and about 50 or so senior citizens sat back to appreciate the chutzpah it takes to get up on a stage and PERFORM. This is a very charming theatre with decent-sized bathrooms. You can purchase concessions at the intermission for $2 each (did someone say Airheads?!?). There is also a shuttle operated by Rollins students that runs from the Truist Parking lot to the theatre and back for those that need it. I highly recommend checking out this lovely theatre and thanks to everyone on-site today who made the experience so much fun.

Went for Night of Poe and it was sssoooooo amazing. It's a traveling cast and they performed a…read moresinging story of Edgar Allan Poe. It was paired with drinks and the not only sang the poems but also had dance and theatre along with it. The cast does everything from setup to passing the drinks and then performing. A great date night, girls night or even a sole day out. They have more than one performance in the day and are doing another performance for infamous serial killers. Worth every penny. You are encouraged to dress the theme and many people did which just added to the overall experience.

Fringe Festival kicking off great with almost of today's shows here at the OFS…read more Clean, well lit venue, spacious rooms, and plenty of friendly volunteers!

What a great little theatre! If you wanna feel like you are watching from within the show no matter…read morewhere you sit this is the place to go for a show. Plus all of the staff are super nice and helpful, the location is super clean and elegant. They have a small table for refreshments and snacks, plus a bigger bar area with some seating for even more refreshments and snacks to pre-game in the pre-show. The show we saw Fat Ham was excellent and honestly one of the best written and acted shows I've seen in a long time. Definitely grab a show here!

We went to Orlando Shakes for our annual visit to see A Christmas Carol, and it was fantastic. It's…read morealways a holiday favorite, but this year we especially loved it because they changed things up a bit--it kept us excited to see what was coming next and made the story feel fresh. The actors and actresses are very talented, and the performance overall was great. Tickets are reasonably priced, which makes it a more affordable option if you love theater but don't want to spend the higher prices at the Dr. Phillips Center. The venue itself is easy to enjoy: there's a private parking lot, a lobby with drinks and snacks, and even a little gift shop to browse before or after the show. All in all, Orlando Shakes delivered a wonderful holiday experience, and we'll definitely keep coming back for A Christmas Carol each year.

I only got to explore this space as part of Orlando Fringe, but it definitely served its purpose…read more Plenty of room, generic but not uncomfortable seating, and a bar. What more do you need?!

I had an amazing time coming here for a Fringe show! P Sparkles PJ party was amazing! I was able to…read morefind seats in the front row so we got a great view of all of the cast. I didn't even know this theater existed so I would definitely come back to watch other shows here. They have an area where you walk in and they have a bar and waiting stage. Then when the show is ready to load you go into another room with the main stage. There was free parking at the parking lot next to it. Just make sure you remember where you parked your car. I love supporting local artists so I would definitely check this place out again. I even got picked to be one of the models for the PJ party! So fun!! The cast also performs at SAK Improv so you can see them regularly over there.

Free stuff is cool right? What's better? REALLY AWESOME free stuff!…read more Each Feb Orlando get's to experience an amazing fest which is held to raise awareness to United Arts of Central Florida as well as raise awareness of arts and cultural offerings in the Central Florida community. All Arts, All Week, All Free! Sounds too good to be true but it literally brings hundreds of arts events in cultural venues across 4 counties in Central Florida to the spotlight. Want to try the local theater house but never took the initiative to check it out? Want to go on a local tour around Central Florida but never got the motivation to get out there and discover your own back yard? This is your opportunity. Check out various events that are available to you all the time, for free! Ballet, orchestra, art shows, museums, it's all included. There are some events that require tickets and the tickets get taken within minutes of becoming available so plan ahead!! This is an amazing event for Orlando and United Arts. This is something you do NOT want to miss. Check out all the amazing talent and entertainment around Central Florida.

From the owner: ArtsFest is a celebration of Central Florida arts and culture that takes place throughout the…read moreentire month of February over four counties. Presented by Bank of America, ArtsFest includes hundreds of FREE arts and culture events held in various locations throughout Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. ArtsFest provides you with a taste of everything the arts community has to offer in your own backyard! Stay turned to www.ArtsFestFL.com for up-to-date info!

As a benefactor, we come pretty regularly. The popcorn is SO good!! We enjoy coming because they…read moreoffer great food and drinks. If you really want to make a night off it you can go the the "Eden Bar". There is lots of original art on the walls by one of my favorite artists, Bill Plimpton. This spot is great to watch movies because you get a nice comfy seat on one of 4 levels (or off set to the side!). The service is pretty good. It can get pretty dark and yet they still get the job done! I can't wait to come back and watch "Cat Fest"!!

Loved this theater experience, the seating does go quick for popular movies so come a little early…read more There also was a bat flying around the ceiling, hopefully that has been taken care of. But pretty cool date night, and the bat adds Halloween vibes

A self congratulating joke of an organization. The grants are rigged. They only award artists…read morethey've already worked with in the past and ignore lgbtqia+ art and issues regarding visibility and safety in our community.

Yes, Orlando ROCKS and it's because of amazing organizations like the United Arts of Central…read moreFlorida! Where to start? This thing has so many pieces to highlight and give thanks for. They fold together various local businesses, government, schools, foundations and individual artists to all collaborate to a phenomenal cause: a diverse arts and cultural community that serves residents and visitors to the Central Florida region. They run a ton of campaigns to build awareness to the arts as well as have some great programs to educate anyone who is willing to learn. The Red Chair project is a piece of UACF and it basically gives you the GO TO spot for all awesome shows, plays, art shows and education all in one place. They also partner w the CVB to bring Central Florida a bi-monthly magazine "OrlandoArts" that is an entertaining resource for everything arts and cultural happenings featuring a cultural calendar. They recently launched a phenomenal campaign -- "The Arts Matter" What's the goal? For everyone to share their personal stories and experiences as to why the Arts Matter to them. Talk about memories, emotions, anything that Art means in your life, whether you create it or just enjoy it... Go now, Go! And what is a yearly event they do? ArtsFest!! ArtsFest is a celebration of Central Florida arts and culture that takes place for 10 days over four counties. YES! It's FREE! -- arts and culture events held in various locations throughout Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. ArtsFest provides you with a taste of everything the arts community has to offer in your own backyard - Why? Because it's so amazing and you should be taking these opportunities all the time. We have to much to offer with the arts scene here and tons of it goes unnoticed. I dig United Arts and everyone who works and volunteers hard to bring the awareness to our community!

There are some amazing things about this theatre space…read more I love the way the doors can slide open so on nice Orlando nights it's like an open air entrance. I love how beautiful the stairwell is going up to two. I love how much they have expanded their food and beverage line up over the years. The sound tends to be pretty good, the communication from the theatre is always amazing. They waive fees if you come to the box office to buy your tickets. The seats are comfy and almost every seat has a solid view. The box seats are the exception so be warned. The volunteers are always amazing and they are so nice. It would be cool if they opened a second location that served coffee because that line for espresso beverages is always really long. I love the breadth of show types. There's always something for everyone.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026…read more Front Row, Center Tickets to Ms. Diana Ross' Concert Performance I've been to numerous events at the Dr. Phillips Center but nothing beats having the opportunity to see a legend perform within arms-length to where you're seated. And when that "Icon of Icons" is none other than Ms. Diana Ross...well, nothing else need be said. It was a dream come true to say the least. In my most previous update of the Dr. Phillips Center I indicated meeting with and having my photograph taken with the incredible soprano Sarah Brightman was an entertainment highlight of 2025. 2026 has just begun but I will have to use the superlative "spectacular" once again. As in a spectacular show from start to finish. Diana Ross may be 81 years old!...but she still has the voice and ahem...the moves of a much younger performer. Just think of this, she was performing with the Supremes in the 1960's. I wasn't even born and by the time I was she had 12 number one singles with the OG of girl groups! And she is still working it to this day. Ms. Ross sung a multitude of her hits which kept the crowd, and my sister and I, dancing and singing throughout the evening. However, when she started to belt out Gloria Gaynor's anthem "I Will Survive" that really got the audience out of their seats. An Icon singing and Iconic piece of music is an experience second to none. Ms. Ross, you and your mark on music history is unmatched...blessings to you and your family!

For those who are looking for some fun, inexpensive entertainment on Friday nights, you should…read morecheck out Mama's Comedy Show at Ten 10 Brewing Company . $15 for a 2 hour " who's line is it anyway" style comedy show is a great deal in the Orlando area. Plus they do a live pre show podcast for free which is a great time to get great food as well. If you are sensitive and can not take a joke, this isn't the place for you. Shows are every Friday and the comedians are not always the same every week.

They're back! And the show is earlier than before:) We went…read morelast night and what a fantastic return. I literally laughed so hard I cried. Before the covid times, this show was 10-midnight. Now it's earlier at 8pm! The cast last night were so quick witted and kept the chuckles coming. Think 'Who's line is it Anyway' but the adult version;) They are currently still offering full bar service and parking at this time is not too bad.