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    Checking out the brand new theatre they built and our friends in the cast!
    Corinna M.

    We came to this theater for the first time to see a few friends in Frozen. This show was the first production on their brand new stage. The whole experience was impressive and very professional. The show itself was wonderful with intricate costumes, stellar scene transitions and a wonderful cast. We had tickets in row K and paid for premium prices but in person every seat would have been a great view. So keep that in mind if cost is an issue. They have a food and alcohol bar service before the show with a lovely lobby. They sold concessions and souvenirs as well. The negatives: the bathrooms were quite unkept. Considering what tickets cost, this should have been better. I also would have liked to see better signage to direct us to where the theatre door entrances were located. Hopefully, that can be improved for the future. I loved the free parking right outside the box office too. We will definitely look out for more shows to attend here in the future.

    Courtyard at night.
    Vlad V.

    I have been to The Phoenix Theatre Company twice for two performances: Churchill and Jersey Boys. They were at different theaters so I can touch on each one. The larger new theater hasn't opened yet. Both performances were on weekdays: one on a Wednesday and one on a Thursday. I was able to find free parking in their lot on both occasions. My Wednesday visit was tougher because the Museum of Fine Arts, which shares the same lot, had free admission on this day. Luckily, someone was pulling out right as I entered. The theater is beautiful. After passing the box office, you walk through a lit-up red corridor where you'll see a message from Steven Spielberg. This brings you to a beautiful courtyard which would be a splendid place to hang out when the weather cooperates. There are two buildings. The smaller one houses the smaller theater where I saw Churchill. I'd say this theater can seat 75-100 people or so. The foldable chairs aren't the most comfortable but they do the job. If you pay for more expensive seats, you have a little table between you and your partner in crime. You can bring drinks you bought at the bar into the theatre. You can also bring an empty water bottle and fill it up at their water fountain (pro tip). The larger theater is more elaborate with real seating and a larger stage. This theater can seat a lot more than the early one. Next to the theater is a bar and a restaurant. I haven't ate at the restaurant (the reviews are mediocre) but I have seen that they will be opening a new restaurant soon. I have had one cocktail from the bar. Like other theaters, they have a signature cocktail for each performance based on the show. For Jersey Boys, I had the Sherry. It was a delicious and refreshing cocktail. The seats in the larger theater are pretty close together so there isn't much leg room. It's a little cramped. Despite some areas where you could be more comfortable, I had a fantastic experience at The Phoenix Theatre Company both times. They have a great lineup of shows which I appreciate. I'll be back soon!

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    Holly M.

    Came here last night to see a production called The Roads to Loch Lomond. It was fantastic! I've never been to a play here before but for sure I'll come back. The actors were top notch!! Loved the music, the story and costumes. Well done!

    Set of a show before the show started
    Cory S.

    I love theatre and go regularly to Gammage Auditorium performances. Every now and then, I learn about other theatre in the area, and only during the pandemic did I attend my first Phoenix Theatre performance. This past weekend, my wife and I enjoyed our first indoor performance of the Phoenix Theatre Company, located in the Hormel Theatre. It was "Into the Woods". The theatre and physical spaces were great though it was a bit chaotic at intermission and before the show started, but the staff were very friendly and helpful. The Phoenix Theatre Company is the largest producing regional theatre company in the Valley. They offer more programs and experiences than any other. With nearly 500 performances on multiple stages and thriving education and outreach programs, they have more than 100,000 people come through their doors. Their mission is to "create exceptional theatrical experiences by using the arts to articulate messages that inspire hope and understanding." Every seat in the Hormel Theatre was a good one! In ordering our "Print At Home" ticket in advance, there were several different price points, and though we got seats near the back of the theatre, they were still good seats. You can get a subscription for the season that includes all shows or a flex pass. For next year, there is also a campus pass or a big six pass. You can read about the subscriptions, shows, and programming on their website at https://phoenixtheatre.com. I appreciate that parking is free and easy to access before the shows. They are also innovative as they held outdoor shows during the pandemic. There are many ways to save! First, you can certainly buy season tickets to save on each show if you planned to attend most or all of them. Second, there is Student Rush, a middle schooler, high schooler, or college student can get one $15 ticket second minutes before curtain with a student ID. Third, there is the Young Ambassador Society for adults under 40, where tickets for weekday performances Tuesday through Friday are just $39 (call the box office to sign up). Fourth, veterans save $10 on all tickets (more info at VetTix.org). Finally, there are occasional promotions like "buy one get one 50% off" or a special price on certain dates or times. I certainly recommend the Phoenix Theatre Company to everyone who enjoys theatre!

    Lacy K.

    My neighbor gifted our family with four tickets to the Phoenix Theater to see Miracle on 34th St. in the days after Christmas. It was a lovely family outing to end the holiday season. The show was wonderful, but being that is not running anymore, this review is for the theater. Per their website, "The Phoenix Theatre Company, originally founded as the Phoenix Players in 1920, is the oldest arts organizations in Arizona and remains one of the oldest operating arts organizations in the country." It has gone through extensive updates over the years, and they are currently almost done raising 20 million to fund a new theater addition. After you walk through the Steven Spielberg entrance (this is where he debuted his first film), you enter a beautiful green garden that is shared with the Phoenix Art Museum next door. Their ArtBar+Bistro opens two hours before showtime. The menu offers apps, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and dessert. As you enter your theater, there is a small beverage bar as well to grab a drink on the way in and at intermission. This is a beautiful theatre company. The actors, of all ages, were wonderful. The theater ushers were kind and really seemed to love their job and the actors. I'm excited to return for another production someday.

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    Dee A.

    Had a blast . The play was really awesome . Not a bad seat in the house. Enjoyed mingling in the bar area prior to show. The theatre was very inviting and clean. The ushers were very nice and helpful with showing me to my seat. Ample parking for the event

    Melissa B.

    Beautiful theater, you need to see a show here. Very professional and it was decorated for Christmas.

    LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL 8/17/25
    Lisa R.

    The Phoenix Theatre is consistently excellent. I love coming here. The stage design and singing is amazing.

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    Miguel V.

    Wow....We went to the show Let The Good Times Roll A New Orleans Gumbo Amazing show !!

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    Ask the Community - The Phoenix Theatre

    What's a good restaurant for an early dinner near The Phoenix Theatre?

    Forno 301 is right there--park at Phoenix Theater Company and walk and it's great

    Is it cold in the theater? Would a patron need a sweater?

    Yes, almost always cold in any of the theaters.

    Is the theater in a safe area in phoenix?

    The Phoenix Theatre Company is located at the corner of Central Ave & McDowell Rd in midtown Phoenix. We are located directly adjacent to the Phoenix Art Museum and just down the road from the Heard Museum. We offer a large lit off-street parking… Read more

    How long is the show 'Becoming Ruth' & is there an intermission?

    Can you see stage clearly from Tier 2 seats? Or should I go with more expensive seats?

    The t2 seats up on the left & right loge are excellent, perfect view!

    Can you exchange tickets for a medical emergency?

    Yes you can always request to reschedule for any reason but it's $10. Per ticket to do so.

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    Herberger Theater Center - Calamari Sisters

    Herberger Theater Center

    4.1(159 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    From experimental plays in the Kax Black box theater to Broadway shows in Center stage, the free…read moreoutdoor performances on Saturdays and First Friday, to their Art Gallery, I am always finding something my friends and I will enjoy!

    I checked out Herberger Theater Center for the first time for an event hosted by Fever: The Jury…read moreExperience. Located downtown, this charming theater puts on various performances (plays, musicals, and The Empire Strips Back (a Star Wars burlesque parody) to name a few. Parking is notoriously bad downtown but here's a cheat code: if you park at the Arizona Center's parking garage, the Herberger will validate your parking ticket for a deep discount off of the fee. It's not free but it's a deep discount. Just talk to the box office and they will take care of you. The theater itself is a charming, old-school theater. We enjoyed the event and the seats were relatively comfortable. We were on the upper level and didn't have any issues seeing the stage. In the lobby, you can find some concessions selling drinks and snacks. I went with a beer. You're allowed to bring it into the theater, but there are no cup holders. Upon leaving, I found out that for certain parts of the year, there are free concerts in the grassy area outside of the theater. I'll definitely have to check that out at some point, and also come back for another perfromance!

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    Nearly Naked Theatre - Thank god Kev isnt naked!

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    4.8(20 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    My most recent visit was to the Phoenix Theatre Company to watch Jersey Boys, and I must say, the…read moreperformance was truly electrifying! The talent, energy, and passion displayed on stage from the beginning to the end were incomparable. This has become one of my go-to places for entertainment...

    Definitely an interesting experience, but I admit straight away that this experience is a little…read morepricey. I like the fact that there are daring enough to challenge the audience with nudity (both male and female) in a very tasteful artistic way and I'd give them high regard for that. It honestly reminds me a lot of what the Greeks used to do through the history of their plays and performances. There were a few minor things that I had disagreements about when I went. First off it may have just been that performance but the play I attended just didn't see them that well written. Again it could've been a bad play on this attendance and it doesn't mean I won't give it another chance to see if the writing of gotten a little better. On a positive side, it was good to see them use actors who are new to the acting experience to get them seasoning. So when you go you will definitely see local upcoming talent on stage. The other negative part I have was the sound quality. They had to use headset with microphone which I thought took away from the experience of watching one on stage. There are a lot of feedback issues, dropped sound quality, and the likes which took away from the experience. I think though this too could be rectified with a little work backstage for the next time. I would like to go again and see what they have to offer. Definitely This place gives you a whole new perspective to the idea of theater which I think is a good idea. It is a pricey ticket though so be forewarned.

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    Symphony Hall - Lobby

    Symphony Hall

    4.2(119 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    What beautiful hall! I saw the holiday pops show a few years ago and most recently Madama…read moreButterfly. My first opera. I was impressed.

    As the self-appointed king of events, I'm back at it with another review of a venue. This time,…read moreSymphony Hall. Located in downtown Phoenix, this venue, you guessed it, houses the Phoenix Symphony. Though that's not all. They also host ballet performances and opera performances, too. I've stopped by three times for matinee performances on Sunday: the Mask of Zorro (opera), a Dia de Los Muertos performance (symphony), and Rick Steves' Europe (symphony). Since this is downtown we're talking, parking isn't easy. You'll either have to park in a garage/surface lot or on the street. I'm morally opposed to paying for parking, but I've had to shell out a couple of dollars to use metered parking ten minutes or so from the venue. Minus the parking difficulties, the rest of the experience is pretty awesome. You go through metal detectors to get in, but the line moves fast. They have complimentary water, which is always a nice touch. There are multiple areas to buy refreshments and snacks (beer, wine, liquor, soft drinks, desserts, coffee, etc.). And most importantly, the theater is beautiful. Pretty much every seat in the house is solid. And the prices tend to be affordable. They also have a nice variety of performances throughout the year. As a lover of the arts, Symphony Hall will continue to be a frequent entertainment option for me. If you've never seen a symphony performance, ballet, or opera, I highly encourage you to give it a try!

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    The Nash Jazz Club

    4.5(116 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    A night at The Nash is the perfect date night for anyone looking for a classy, cozy place to enjoy…read morejazz, drinks, and conversation. This RoRo staple has gotten even better since the remodel a couple years back! We most recently stopped by for a free First Friday performance, when a lovely quartet took the stage. Seats cleared out quickly during the break, and we were able to grab a nice side view. The acoustics were perfect all throughout the room -- loud enough to be immersed in the music, but quiet enough for groups to easily chat. The gorgeous lighting and velvety curtains behind the stage really add to the ambiance. The staff was super attentive, walking around to take drink and food orders. The food isn't anything crazy, but I still enjoyed the charcuterie plate as little snack (and a way to support this amazing local venue during the free set!). Highly recommend this incredible jazz club!

    Sorry Yelpers but I have to give a BAD review for the Nash. I had a reservation for 10 last night…read morefor 5pm and without letting me know....they did away with Happy Hours. The manager was very unapologetic. Thank goodness that I called to confirm or 10 people would have showed up and the doors would have been closed. Also, last time I went the bartender was rude and the drinks (made with flavored wine) were horrible. They also had a food menu but the kitchen was closed. The music was fabulous and that alone was bringing me back. They wonder why their business is slow....REALLY!!

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    The Murder Mystery Company in Phoenix - Interior

    The Murder Mystery Company in Phoenix

    3.9(50 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    (Would have been 3 Star review, but I gave an extra star for the company cast)…read moreThe Senior Center in Buckeye hired this company to do a "50s Sock Hop gone sour" themed party. It was a fun event, the hired actors were good and the food was decent. I don't know if the Senior Center provided the food, or if it was part of the show cost. Regardless... if you've never been to one of these murder mystery shows, it can be extremely confusing. The actors gave each table a hard book folder with notes in it, they chose one person from each table to be a "suspect" of the murder. Not a whole lot of explanation goes in to what each suspect is supposed to do. You really have to read the notes in the folder. I was chosen as a suspect and I needed to say specific things when all the suspects were interrogated up in front of the audience, on a microphone. "Anxiety spike!" A couple times, everyone in the room has to go around to other tables, or mill around the room, asking questions to try and figure out who the killer is. It gets very convoluted. I noticed that some people just gave up because it was too confusing. There should be a little bit more explanation as to what people are supposed to do, ESPECIALLY the people from the audience who are chosen as suspects, or people who have NEVER been to a murder mystery themed show. Overall, it's a fun time, but be expected to do some reading, take some notes and actually participate in the show. It's not like you're there just watching a tv show. Kudos to the company actors. They were fun. Good job, cast!

    What a fantastic experience; I cannot say enough good words to express how thoroughly engaged the…read moreactors made everyone feel. Kudos! The party, an 80's themed mystery, in Las Vegas, was facilitated by Valarie and Toni, and they pulled it off with flair and style. The ability to begin with cocktails and appetizers gave everyone involved a chance to mingle & created cohesive detective pairings for total strangers. Time went fast and it was saturated with twists and hidden clues. I had such a good time. *Highly recommend for anyone wanting to throw a unique party. Most excellent!

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    Celebrity Theatre - A-11 section 5 seat 1 and 2

    Celebrity Theatre

    2.9(325 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    My guest and I went to see "Killers of Kill Tony", on April 25, 2026. The rudest people ever sat…read morenext to us. They talked the whole time. I mean constantly voicing her opinion and trying to talk to neighboring patrons. She recorded performers when that's clearly unacceptable and expressed before the show. We asked them politely to stop interrupting the show. They were rude and her response was more of an ignorant reaction. We asked both the ushers and security to resolve the issue on two separate occasions. Maybe move us? Escort them out as recording is not allowed! Nothing was done. We talked to another (third) employee about it one last time for resolution and she said to call the next day. We finally decided to leave early and contact celebrity theater directly via phone as instructed. I spoke to a gentleman who assured me that his manager would contact me. I called two days after the promise of hearing from a manager. The sales gentleman said I should hear from his manager soon, It's been over a week now. I haven't heard a peep from them. My guest and I are very frustrated! I just wanted to show him a wonderful time for his birthday as he is an huge Tony Hinchcliffe fan and the guest comedians he's promoted. Instead we wasted money and time! Celebrity Theater seems to not like care about entertaining that much. Thank you for reading. Update: Brianna from celebrity theatre reached out to me and was very understanding. She listened to my experience and was empathetic. She compensated my guest and I appropriately and was very professional! Thank you.

    Went last night to hear Marshall Tucker Band. Two couples came in and sat behind us. All were…read moreinebriated beyond belief, but they were allowed to keep buying more alcohol. The chair to my right was empty. One of the women decided she needed to kick it repeatedly. I kindly explained I am still recovering from stomach surgery and that was painful for me. She stopped for a bit, but after intermission and more booze, she made a sport of it. I again asked her to stop. Then the woman she was with (sister?) started mouthing off. One of the men they were with went for more booze and got lost (really? It's a tiny place!). The group hooted and yelled for him until the other man went and physically got him. My husband and I did not drink ANYTHING, by the way. We finally had enough and left about halfway through MTB. Security and an employee of Celebrity were notified. All we got was "sorry". They didn't make any effort to even check on the situation. We won't spend the money and time to just be hassled and abused by drunken bullies. Sooo disappointed!! Celebrity used to be one of my favorite venues. I will never recommend it to anyone and am very doubtful I will return. Shame on Celebrity Theatre for not caring and for selling obviously drunk people more alcohol!! If I could give negative stars, I would.

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    10/16/25 Alan Stone Pre show.

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