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    Ruth Eckerd Hall

    3.5 (210 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Alyana S.

    I came here for the Dancing with the Stars show and I would recommend to get some traffic control since it took forever just to get dropped off at the venue. Once I got inside it was easy to find my seat as the staff was very helpful. Plus I appreciated the staff directing the bathroom traffic during intermission. It made it much more efficient. Overall I liked the venue but the traffic control would've made the difference to getting there without stress.

    Laura M.

    I went to Ruth Eckerd Hall with my girlfriend to see a Christmas Show. ****I have to mention the staff!! They are the loveliest people I have ever come in contact with! EVERY single staff member greeted us and wished us a Merry Christmas!! And....they all did this on the way in and on the way out!! It was very impressive! This Performing Arts Center is located in Clearwater. This was my second time to this theatre. It's a lovely theatre and there really isn't a bad seat. They have a lovely patio with chairs and tables. When we arrived there was someone playing a guitar and singing Christmas songs in the patio. There was also a bar to order drinks. It was a beautiful evening and everyone sat in the patio area waiting for the show to start. Ruth Eckherd Hall is laid out so wherever you sit you can see. They have a snack bar as well as a bar to order drinks. They have a large parking lot with complimentary parking. My only complaint would be that it was absolutely freezing In this theatre. My girlfriend and I were frozen to the bone. The air was blowing on us non-stop. I actually mentioned it to one of the lovely ushers. I was told that since Covid they re-did the air-conditioning system and now it's freezing!

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    William K.

    Great venue for music. Went to see Yes and there isn't a bad seat in the house. Drinks are a little too expensive however.

    Lisa B.

    Attended the BlackBerry Smoke concert, 11.08.2024. Bought end of the row seats in section HH and was pleasantly surprised with the room offered and ease of which to navigate to bathroom and refreshments and also the convenient way to exit right out to the parking lot. BlackBerry Smoke killed it as usual. Everyone was very helpful that we encountered which made for a wonderful evening!

    Here to see George Benson! So excited!
    Jennifer B.

    From Diana Ross to Michael McDonald--Olivia Newton-John to Earth, Wind & Fire--Don Rickles to Ken Jeong--I've seen them all at Ruth Eckerd Hall over the years--and George Benson just this week (April 2023). It's a great venue to see (and hear) any genre of performers. Nestled in a somewhat residential area off McMullen Booth Road, it's sort of separate from everything else-and I like that. You're close to the Phillies Spring Training facility... not far off SR 60/ Courtney Campbell Causeway. You could grab something to eat in nearby downtown Safety Harbor beforehand or opt for the pre-show dinner package at the hall. I believe it's $29 and includes a small entree, appetizers, salad and drinks-but check me on that. There are several bar carts through the building and concessions like popcorn and pretzels available, too. Go ahead get the double pour on the drink-you can take it in with you and there are cup holders at every seat. Now, on with the show! The show-room features plush green velvet seats, on a slope. They're all good-no view-obstructed spots. Just be aware that the only entrances to each row-are at the two ends. If you're in the middle-you'll have to climb over a lot of people if nature calls. But truly, I've sat all over the room and never been disappointed. It's big enough to feel lush but intimate, somehow. That makes it the perfect place to see comedians/singers/dancers-you name it. And yes, what you've heard is true-the acoustics are really good in there-it's an auditory delight! Parking is free-but less stressful if you get there early. You can grab a drink in the newly-remodeled lobby or catch a pre-show live performance in the garden out back, complete with twinkle lights. After the show, it can take awhile to get out, so sit in the car and post/text about your visit first-then you can slide right out. Enjoy the show-and it's co-star, Ruth Eckerd Hall. It really makes for a fun night. Oh! And check the schedule-they attract some awesome acts.

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    Alicia P.

    I've been here many times, it's been probably 4-5 years since my last visit (covid and all) and I haven't seen Riverdance since maybe 16 years ago at another, larger venue. The show was great, the venue is the same. It might do well to have some updating on the place... Of course I'll return for some shows. It's not my favorite venue, one reason is the rows do not have aisles, so if you're in the middle, you have to step on an entire half a row to get in or out. But the best part is, there isn't a bad seat in the house!

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    Dan M.

    Best place to see a concert. Small enough to enjoy but large enough to bring in world class performers!

    Hannah L.

    I have been to Ruth Eckerd Hall three times. Twice for the Florida Orchestra and once to see Sarah Brightman. The staff is always welcome and polite and share our excitement. The check in desk is always so attentive and helpful and patient. You can tell everyone here loves their job or likes to volunteer. The security and the parking helpers are also pleasant and helpful. This venue is a small but lovely theater and is easy to navigate. Each seat is great, from front to back row! There is a full service bar. I ordered wine and my friends have ordered margaritas in the past. There are snacks like popcorn offered at the bar.

    Waited 18 months for this show: rescheduled TWICE!

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    Only complaint is no aisles in the whole row... only on the ends. The venue is great, and most seats have wonderful views.

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    Ask the Community - Ruth Eckerd Hall

    How are seats in the very back row, LL? Is it worth it?

    I absolutely love ruth eckard hall. Every seat has a great view. The seats go A to Z then start over AA BB. So LL is row 64. That's not bad. I have been in the last row and enjoyed the show.

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    “The seats are super comfortable with plenty of cushioning and LOTS of leg room unlike the cramped seating at The Mahaffey Theater in St.”

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