Incredible evening with stellar performances! A magical…read moreevening filled with rollicking fun & excitement. They are Stars of comedy and improvisation. The ambiance was cozy and the food was incredible! If you are looking for a memorable evening, look no further! Would very highly recommend and can't wait to go back!

While visiting AZ for spring break we were researching fun things for our family to do. My husband…read morecame across this experience and we had a BLAST! Coming from Los Angeles we can be real snobs with this subject as we have experienced great theater at places like Disneyland, Upright Citizens Brigade Improve theater and even The Hollywood Bourbon Rooms interactive production of Rock of Ages (sadly ended during COVID). It is wonderful to see this group has sustained for so long and many people rave about it. I even had a client in Los Angeles visiting from AZ tell me he had heard great things about this company, albeit not experienced it before. The show we saw was hosted at Maggiano's Italian Restaurant. The food is in alignment with the restaurant; oversized portions served family style with a limited set menu. That being said, they were able to accommodate my vegan husband and other guests at my table that are gluten free. The theater production takes place before and during your dinner in one of the private rooms at the restaurant. Everyone gets a character name tag so be prepared to be pulled up to participate. It's all a part of the fun. The room hosted about 20 diners/attendees making it an intimate experience. Perfect for all ages and laughs were shared all around. I highly recommend to any local or out of towner to spice up your dinner with this lively and colorful experience.

Over the last couple of decades, I've seen various shows at the Orpheum Theatre. Parking can be…read morevery difficult, and deters me from seeing a show here if I can avoid it. I'll see shows that are touring if they have a spectacular stage presence like Anastasia; which was truly remarkable! A beautiful theatre, and for the right show, worth dealing with downtown Phoenix parking.

What an absolutely gorgeous venue! As I walked in, I felt like I was stepping into a different era…read more I was so impressed and in awe with the beautiful Spanish architecture with all the intricate murals, moldings, gold accents, arches, and hidden decorative peacocks. We went to watch The Phoenix Symphony performing with Troupe Vertigo: Cirque Carmen. It was a magnificent combination of orchestral music with aerial acts, dance, and circus style performances. The seats were very comfortable and the quality of acoustics was fantastic. Make sure you take a clear bag or a small purse (8.5" x 5.5") as they do have a bag policy. Large purses and backpacks are not allowed. They also use metal detectors and have security screening. I'd definitely love to go see another performance here.

Great shows with talented casts, incredible set design, and a wonderful venue!…read more Loved seeing the shows when I lived in town. Definitely miss it now that I've moved away.

The self-appointed king of events is back at it with another venue review. My most recent conquest?…read moreHale Center Theater in downtown Gilbert. This charming theater is located in the thick of the heart of downtown Gilbert. As far as I could tell, they don't have a parking lot but there is plenty of free street and surface lots close by. Just a few minutes away by foot. All theaters have their pros and cons and Hale is no different. It's a intimate theater that probably can seat a few hundred people tops. Which means there really isn't a bad seat in the house. Well, let's talk about the seats. The space between seats is pretty cramped if you're tall (I'm 6'2"). Let's switch gears again. Concessions consists of snacks (no hot food) and beverages. During intermission, they bring a cart out to the stage so you don't have to go to the lobby. Nicely done! Reasonable prices too for a venue. The lobby area gets pretty packed right before the show. Rather than messing with the traffic jam, I went to the other side of the theater and went to the restroom there. It's a one person restroom (not ideal for a venue) but the restrooms by the lobby are larger. I saw Catch Me If you Can at Hale. Looking forward to my next visit!

Thank you Higley Center for the Performing Arts for hosting the graduation ceremony for Apache…read moreTrail High School at your facility! This is a beautiful facility that is quite spacious. It has aged well through the years, and is quite well maintained. The tech component of lights and sound operation went seamlessly from the point of view from an audience member. As someone who has done tech work for theatre productions at a couple Performing Arts Centers (PAC) in the area in the late 2000s, I was impressed with this facility from the front center of the auditorium. Definitely worth looking into either renting and/or booking for an upcoming event here.

My friend and I saw Toast. The best if Bread. This was a great place to see these wonderful…read moremusicians. I don't think there was an empty seat in the house. The music was great and the audience had a great time. There is plenty of parking I believe. They have a snack bar with drinks and candy. No alcohol is served. Prices were not bad. An interesting side note is the ladies bathroom line went faster than the men's. Maybe the ladies has more stalls. I would love to go see other musicians here. I think most seats are good. We were in row L and a little to the side. Great seats. Nice venue and can't wait to return.

It's always good to get out and enjoy live theater. Perfect date night too since hubby enjoys it as…read morewell. Remember it's a time to really disconnect and put your cell phone away! Our theater company in AZ is some of the best you will ever see. This one is nicely air conditioned so women please remember your jacket! In the round so truly not a bad seat in the house. It's so nice to be back after I haven't been for awhile, and while we are at the start of tonight's show I have never seen a bad play here- ever!

This is a wonderful local theater with phenomenal directors and artists. The stages are well done…read more There is ample time to interact with the actors after the show..

We purchased our tickets six months in advance and had been eagerly looking forward to celebrating…read moremy husband's 80th birthday at your murder-mystery dinner show on August 14, 2026. Unfortunately, the evening was extremely disappointing. We arrived at 6:30 p.m., and the doors opened at 7:00. After we were seated, we waited approximately an hour for our food. My ravioli was so unpleasant that I could not eat it. It tasted like frozen ravioli served with old tomato sauce. Even after dinner was finished, the actual show still had not begun. Meanwhile, a cast member was moving between the tables and interacting very loudly with the audience. We understand that audience participation may be part of the experience, but after the long wait and disappointing meal, it only added to our frustration. By that point, my husband was understandably unhappy, and it was clear that the special evening we had planned was not going to be enjoyable. We therefore made the difficult decision to leave before the show began. We spent a significant amount of money within our limited entertainment budget and chose this event specifically to celebrate an important milestone birthday. We were deeply disappointed that an evening we had anticipated for six months turned out this way.

I've been to Arizona Broadway Theatre twice and I've been impressed both times. Located in Peoria,…read morethis theater seats roughly 100 people or so making for an intimate experience. Parking is easy in the complimentary surface lot adjacent to the venue. Getting seated is just as easy. Compared to other theaters in town, part of what makes ABT different is that you have the option to do the show only or to do dinner and a show. If you do the latter option, you arrive earlier. I've done show only both times but I like that you have the option here. Before or during admission, you can stop by the lobby and pick up a themed cocktail or other beverage. Always a nice touch. The venue is clean, the seats are comfortable, and the performances have been quality. I most recently saw a performance of CATS. Already looking forward to my next performance!

I became a season ticket holder for the Arizona Theatre Company and it has been an amazing…read moreexperience so far. I've seen two performances at this point. There are a couple of reasons why I've been quite happy with ATC: (1) The venue: Performances take place at the Tempe Center for the Arts. It's a beautiful theater all-around. The architecture inside and out, how modern and clean it is, the free water you can bring into the theater, how comfortable the theater is itself, the patio with fire pits, and the art that's displayed. They validate your parking if you park in the adjacent parking garage. Coming from a guy who goes to a lot of events, this is one of my favorite venues. (2) The price + the perks: I thought the price for season tickets was fair. As part of being a season holder, you also get some awesome perks like a free buddy pass, 50% off tickets to bring a friend, and more. (3) Customer service: My interactions with them have always been pleasant. If you're unable to make a performance, they will work with you. (4) The shows: I've been impressed with the sets and all of the theatrical elements that are a part of the performance. The acting, overall, has been solid, too. I have three more performances left. I hope next season's line-up is just as interesting!

Blues in the Night @ the Arizona Theatre Company was a FANTASTIC show. The acoustics in the theater…read morewere great as well as the seating, very comfy. The whole theater is wheelchair & handicap accessible.There's a small bar area that has great views & all the staff is professional, friendly & helpful as you navigate your way around the theater.Plenty of parking in the garage a few feet away & make sure you bring your parking ticket inside so you can get a validated stamp. There are lots of shows & concerts through the year so be sure to go online & check it out.This would make a great bday gift, anniversary gift or a great date night.Enjoy & have fun!!!

Perhaps the best 'house' in the valley. Seating and tech are…read moretop of the line. The seasons are anchored in the ASU Theatre Dept. and are often treat contemporary human themes with energy and talent from the student cohort.

Fabulous venue with great seats. Not a bad seat in the house. Acoustics are great! Highly recommend!read more

Went to the Finale show and enjoyed it very much. The buffet food was tasty and plentiful. The…read moreserving line moved quickly and the food was fresh. The servers and staff were friendly and efficient. The Silver Star band put on a professional show with super fun music and upbeat dancing. The female singer was the best I've heard anywhere - and I've seen many Broadway shows. Well worth the price - will go again!

The age average is probably 70ish. I've been here now twice as both occasions were gifted for my…read morebirthday. I still enjoyed my time each time even though we were probably the youngest as someone got my husband and I tickets here for my birthday the past two years. The music was fantastic and we saw the variety show and the Grand Finale show and I enjoyed seeing multiple genres of music. The lead singers and musicians were phenomenal, and I absolutely loved the costume changes. The outfit changes really held my attention and was a great part of the show. The food, however, was just okay. I wouldn't come here for the food alone, but rather for the overall experience and to do something different. The meal included vegetables, potatoes, mashed potatoes, spinach cheese ravioli, chicken Parmesan, pulled pork dish, and a pineapple fish dish. This was the same food both times we went, so I'm not sure if they ever change it, I wish they did for a change. The pulled pork and cheese ravioli were good, but I wasn't a fan of the other dishes. The chicken Parmesan was probably the worst I've had as it wasn't at all what I expected from a traditional chicken parm. Dessert is a slice of chocolate cake that's already at your table when you arrive. I did think it was a nice touch that they pass out foil before the show ends so you can take it home and not waste it. The recommended tip listed on a sign at the table is $5 per person, so in addition to your ticket price, expect to pay at least that much extra. Drinks are also not included, so that's another added cost. Overall, this is a great experience, more so for 50+ and would make a fun gift, especially for a couple looking to do something different. I wish they had a family friendly show where it encouraged families with kids as I could see my kids who love music at 2 and 4 enjoying the show and dancing! I sat about in the middle of the theater and had a good view of everything. I really think most seats will be just fine!

If you want a magical, unique and well priced venue for your event the TCA is for you. We had our…read moredaughter's wedding reception in the lakeside room and loved the views of the sunset over tempe lake. Service was spectacular and the carering options were delicious. We couldn't have been happier. We even had access to gallery, plenty of parking and a locked dressing room to store all our personal items during the event.

We attended a performance of the Phoenix Gay Men's Chorus at this location. It was our first time…read moreat this venue and we found it to be very comfortable and clean. The parking was easy as there is a garage nearby and the staff at Tempe Center for the Arts were happy to validate the parking voucher to waive the fee. The sound was great and we thought the seats were very comfortable. We would definitely return to Tempe Center for the Arts for future performances or events.