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Bradley B.

Music hall is so beautiful and hosts many incredible shows throughout the year! We look forward to attending the Holiday Pops show every year to bring in the holiday season. The building is gorgeous and I always find new things to admire each time I attend a show. The orchestra's always top tier and entertaining. I'm sure all of the shows are incredible, but I can't recommend Holiday Pops enough!

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Jalyn H.

Music Hall is the most perfect venue and always puts on the best performances. We recently went to go see the Nutcracker performed by the Cincinnati ballet, and it was an outstanding performance. I love how even outside of the play they had plenty of things for you to do in the hall like grab drinks, listen to a live band, or even go shopping for some of the Nutcracker trinkets.

Wine at intermission
Libby V.

I've been by this beautiful building so many times, and loved watching it being restored in recent years. Also read about it and the fact it's haunted. But I finally got to see it inside, and I've got to tell you...it's stunning. Went to the Christmas Pops show, and it represented all that is special about this season. They even did a 12 Days of Cincinnati Christmas, starting with 1 ride on the Delta Queen and ending with 12 Zoo babies featuring our beloved Fiona. Along the way there was Graters ice cream, Reds, Bengals, chili and P & G. So we'll done. You can believe now that I experienced such a special evening, I will make it a point to return. And my Christmas wish is you get to visit here as well!

John B.

I've gazed on the building many times from the outside, and it is quite spectacular. However, I still underestimated what I might find inside. Having found an excuse to come, I actually went into the box office, and was not the only one there, amazingly enough in this online era. Coming in person got me an education on the seat I was buying and the setup for a student discount. The building is historic, but quite magnicifently updated. I was glad to see an in-person concert again. While there were some bad seats in the house, notably behind support beams, these were discounted and most of the seats even high up did offer a good view. Concessions included local Hen of the Woods chips (the buttermilk chive flavor is hard to resist), but they do recommend that you spend a night out on the town nearby, and the view from the upper floors gives a sense that this is the center of a very nice area.

Second floor view of lobby
Kim S.

Such a beautiful venue! We recently went on a delightful tour of Music Hall. It's astounding to think that the marble floors are original and concert goers from 1878 stood on the same floor! Unfortunately, there are some seats with limited views due to large columns, so be sure to check on that before ordering tickets to a concert there.

The well with the original marble from1870's. Amazing to think how many people from the past including President Taft walk on that floor.
Dan S.

We had a fun evening doing a tour and beer tasting. Rhinegeist Brewery provided a nice selection of their beers as we made stops along the way and gained a better perspective of how much breweries and Cincinnati grew together. We really enjoyed this out of the ordinary evening out.

Exterior
Jisha M.

Absolutely GORGEOUS!! This National Historic Landmark has been around since 1878 and the architecture has been beautifully preserved after renovations. This performance hall continues to hosts a variety of shows such as operas, symphonies, specialty shows like Cirque de Soleil, catering to both adults and families. It is also said to be one of the most haunted places in Cincinnati since it was built over a cemetery. The Music Hall is located across Washington Square Park. There is a promotion of $10 tickets if it's your first time; does not apply to specialty shows. Otherwise, tickets can range from $25-$125+. Parking can be difficult; there is street parking and nearby parking garages with various price points. I would look for options outside of the park and enjoy the short walk. This venue is worth visiting and revisiting.

Sunny P.

We have been to several shows at the Cincinnati Music Hall and love coming here every time! The building is gorgeous both inside and out. It has a very classic feel to it and has great acoustics. We have sat in multiple spots around the venue and have never had a bad experience. The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. They have taken us directly to our seats and showed us where the bathrooms are. There are plenty of bathrooms on each level and they are clearly well kept and well stocked. There is a nice parking lot/garage behind the venue, but there is also plenty of street parking if you don't mind a little bit longer walk. They offer a ton of options here and you can always find an interesting show. Whether that be the Orchestra, POPs, the opera, or other shows, they have something for almost everyone.

Michelle D.

We were here two days ago for a morning show to see the symphony. It was a fantastic show! And, as always, I'm in awe of the beauty of the building. It's such a lovely place. Great shows and great staff.

Glenn C.

Nice environment. Beautiful building. Went to see pops. Sat in the back but could see. Pops is very expensive. Crowd was mostly older including me and my wife 50+. Lot of empty seats. Soft drinks and beer, wine, alcohol is expensive. Only saw chocolate for intermission snack.

Eileen B.

This is such a beautiful facility. We saw the Cincinnati Pops and the hear me roar which was dedicated to music of women. What a fantastic night celebrating women

Arthur L.

Great building beautifully restored for a better experience. I can truly say there isn't a bad seat in the house. The seats give you excellent views of the stage from any price point and vantage point. Their selection of of shows are always top notch and come highly recommended. The staff do a great job getting you to your seats in a timely fashion. They are also incredibly nice and approachable. The theatre is equipped with plenty of ingress and egress and bathrooms are close by every exit. The options at intermission are typical theatre food but at venue prices, which is to be expected. Tips to make your visit a success: 1) Look for a sale. Sometimes the tickets can be expensive but don't be afraid to search for a sale or use a discount to benefit. Also in order to encourage younger patrons you can often find deals on certain shows. 2) Dress up but don't feel obligated. The days of tuxedos and ball gowns are not necessary. But making the night special with possibly a dinner and a show will make the experience that much more satisfying. Come see Music Hall and enjoy a delightful evening.

General view of the gorgeous Louvre like ceiling
Natasa S.

Always a pleasure coming here for a show. This past weekend, I went to see a Mozart performance which was excellent! The sound bounces off every corner of the venue, and the performers are always professional. Comedy here is great too because it's such a huge stage and there are lots of opportunities to see the performers from any angle. I love the no photo/videos rule too. It helps you live in the moment

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While I give this five stars, I have to say the music was too good. Tone it down, nerds!

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Last night at CSO Bronfman was tremendous. Brahms was great but Schumann was insanely good. The whole time was very relaxing.

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We live about an hour away, so hadn't been to the Aronoff Center in over 20 years until going to…read moresee Complexions Contemporary Ballet last night. I'm happy to see that it has been kept up so well over the years, it's beautiful! It was an A+ visit from start to finish. Ordering and accessing digital tickets was a breeze, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the show was outstanding! We have a fantastic arts center in Dayton that we have broadway season's tickets to and attend other performing arts shows as well, but we will definitely be back to see shows at the Aronoff from time to time now that we had such a fantastic evening out!

Just had my first experience at the Aronoff and it was truly an unforgettable experience. We…read moreattended the Hamilton show on January 4th, 2026. We had brunch at Nicholson's across the street then walked over and entered the venue at Noon. The check-in process was quick and easy. They had several Hamilton banners through the lobby area to get photos before the show. Right after checking in, you hit the merchandise booth where they had a large selection of items for purchase such as shirts, sweaters, and tons of accessories (I'm sure this various by production so keep that in mind). We took the elevator to the loge level (steps are available as well) and took a seat to relax a bit before they opened the doors to the theater. An attendant approached us and mentioned that our niece would need a booster seat and showed us where we could grab one - this was an incredible display of customer service and that remained true throughout our whole time at the Aronoff. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. They really made you feel welcome and that was a highlight of our experience. They offer light concessions such as drinks, themed cocktails and candy. I would recommend eating at one of the many options around the Aronoff prior to your event or after. The doors opened, we took our playbills and found our seats. The show was phenomenal. This was my first time seeing a musical and I loved it! The stage and venue is spectacular as well. We will definitely be back! We just bought tickets to see the Lion King in July. Highly recommend attending a production here - you won't be disappointed.

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The Drama Workshop is a hardworking and dedicated theatre group that puts on great shows. Very…read morewelcoming and friendly.

In mid- 2011, the Glenmore Playhouse was still known as the Glenmore Bowl, a local landmark that…read morewas known to generations of Cincinnatians on the West side for almost 85 years. When the previous owners decided it was time to call it a day, it was thought by many that this historic structure would go the way of so many others, i.e. succumbing to the fate of the wrecking ball, or simply by dying a slow and painful death from neglect. However, in the fall of 2011, The Drama Workshop (TDW), a local theatre group, purchased the building to make themselves a permanent home. Having produced community theatre in this part of Cincinnati since 1954, and having squeezed in performances at the nearby Westwood Town Hall Recreation Center for years, TDW jumped at the chance to have a place to call their own. I had seen several productions put on by The Drama Workshop while they were at the Westwood Town Hall Recreation Center, and made it a point to come out for their first production at the new location. It was Snoopy! The Musical, in October of 2012. At that time, the Glenmore Playhouse was still pretty rough as a theatre. Plywood filled in the gaps where the alley gutters and ball returns used to be. Temperature control was minimal (it was a warm October that year), and the "bowling alley acoustics" left many in the audience leaning forward and cocking their heads to hear the actors. Seating was of the old metal fold out chair variety sitting level on the floor. While there were sidewalls and a lobby, you could easily see it's bowling alley past. There was a lot of work to be done. Since then, that is in less than 2 years, the transformation here has been amazing. The temperature control problem is now gone, thanks to a new HVAC system. Acoustic panels and a few other additions have greatly improved the sound quality of both the actors and the effects. There is a professional lighting grid, beautiful new carpeting, and everything has been painted. The lobby has been redone. But the most dramatic improvement to the theatre has been the addition of padded theatre seats, complete with armrests, that are affixed to sets of movable risers, stadium style. A great improvement which I believe came from a local university that was replacing their seats, and the change here has been dramatic. For the patrons: they are comfortable, they are inviting, and due to the tiered rows, they improve the sight line to the stage immeasurably. Additionally, and a benefit for both the patrons and the theatre, is that the riser sets break apart and can be arranged to fit the set design needs. Some productions use a straight row style like you see at a movie theater, with everyone facing forward towards the elevated stage. Some are in-the-round style, with the set being in the middle at floor level, and the seats being arranged in groups on three sides of the set. Great flexibility for the production team, and great variety for the audience. Although they are limited to about 99 seats, due to minimum exit requirements, the building has room for a lot more, when the time comes. There is still work to be done, mainly reminders that the building was built in a far different era. Entering the men's restroom is like squeezing college kids into a phone booth. The odd, wedged shape room doesn't lend itself to accommodating the "accommodations" very well. There are plans to move these at some point, however, which will be a welcomed change. The steps into the building are not ADA friendly, but I understand a ramp is pretty much next on the list of things to do. Probably the most impressive thing of all is that this is done mainly by volunteers and by a few paid craftsmen. Local contractors have donated, or else provided at significantly reduced rates, the time and some of the materials to help get this place done. Volunteers are the main source of labor. A hardcore group of weekend help has made this what it is. Ah, local theatre and community involvement at its best. I am just a patron, but I go to a lot of theatre, so I reasonably well know of what I speak. I attended 88 theatre productions last year alone throughout the local Cincinnati area. I can't think of a harder working or more dedicated group of people than those who have banded together to save this beautiful old building, and turn it into this local gem. I highly recommend coming out to see what they have done here, and to watch some of the most enjoyable, affordable theatre that one could hope to see anywhere. I have also reviewed The Drama Workshop on Yelp!, so take a peek at that if you would like a little more insight into the productions and into TDW themselves.

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