I had always wanted to try this, and now am (mostly) glad I did! We prepaid a booking for two, a…read moreweek ahead of time (approx $90/ticket including ~$8 fee for each). Then the venue suddenly changed from Dante's Fire (Grant/Tucson Blvd) to the Viscount Suites (Brdwy/Swan-ish). Location wasn't problematic but part of the appeal (and brightly underscored in their advertising) was the gourmet meal at the behest of Iron Chef Ken Foy. The circumstances for the abrupt change had absolutely Nothing to do with Magic Dinner Theater (MDT). Rather, Dante's themselves had the rug pulled out by their building's owner when they announced sudden closure of the premises for remodeling leaving both MDT and Dante's without a venue. MDT did a remarkable job (as explained by the boss and MC, Ross H.) finding a replacement venue and relocating all of their equipment in a matter of one week. Suffice to say, the dinner was a bummer, at merely cafeteria quality (green beans, mashed potatoes and thin turkey slices with gravy). I didn't even bother photographing it. That said, the "theater" part of the MDT was a joy, with the entire event running from 6:30 - 10pm. There were six tables of 10 people each and it appeared that every table was sold out. With the exception of one table that had four kids, it also appeared as though everyone was "coupled." Starting (almost) promptly at 6:30p each table had a solo magician performing various (very impressive) card tricks right in front of you. After about 10-12 minutes the magicians would rotate. For nearly an hour you are literally blown away by the sleight of hand of each magician. Then there's a pause while "dinner" (ahem) is served which takes about an hour (salad; turkey; cannoli). Iced Tea is included but wine ($7) and well drinks (simple cocktails at $8) can be ordered from the wait staff at those super reasonable prices. During dinner is when the murder mystery takes place. Everyone is provided some clues and characters along with a police report and you have that dinner-hour to solve the mystery as a table. Three tables (including ours :) identified the character who committed the murder, the motive, and the lethal instrument (all three are required). One person gets designated as the table rep to collect a (inexpensive) gag/prize. The main event follows dinner and consists of another 45 minute show on the main stage by the featured/headliner magician. Throughout the show a handful of folks will be selected to help the headliner. All were female and none flatly refused. The magicians were all gracious whenever making you part of the public show and that is appropriate. After the show I asked how frequently the mystery changes and I was told there are 3-4 different plots so having gone to one doesn't foreclose another viewing down the road. The Viscount proved to be a valiant stand-in venue, save for the food. If the food doesn't/cannot elevate I would strongly urge Ross and Co to shrink the fanfare surrounding the food (and shrink the ticket fee) accordingly. Other than that, this was/is a really nice time.

This was such an amazing experience! Husband and I went for our anniversary date night and they…read moremade it so special. So many magic tricks!

It had been a while since my last visit to Centennial Hall. This was my first Broadway in Tucson…read moreshow. We went to Beauty and the Beast, 7pm show with our four year old. Parking and walking was easy. We bypassed the crowd by arriving about 10 minutes before the start of the show, so both the line to check-in and the bar were short. As others have mentioned, there is a metal detector at check-in and there is a size limit on bag size. The ushers were super helpful and I was surprised to see they had booster seats, which I hadn't considered brining. I am glad they offer them, it came in handy. The show itself was fantastic. The costumes were lovely, the screenplay was humorous, and the performances were all solid. We're not season ticket holders but are considering it for the future. Our daughter loved the show.

Still the only venue currently in Tucson for Broadway traveling shows. We get theater tickets every…read moreyear. The season pass offers free change of dates. Still have to go through a metal detector, and only small bags are permitted. Shows usually have an intermission. Bathrooms can fill quick, especially at crowded shows. Parking is a ways off, but lots of restaurants on University drive.

Great way to workout and learn an international dance. The teacher is well-knowledgeable about the…read morevarious types of belly dancing based on the various countries. She makes sure the student knows the techniques before going to an advanced class. The gift shop has so many traditional wear. Even if one is too shy to try belly dancing yet, it is worth checking out the gift shop!!

We ordered a belly dance performance for a firm executive's birthday lunch. Jessica and her dance…read morepartner did a wonderful job. They brought their own sound system, were beautifully dressed, and provided an energetic and festive performance. Both dancers were quite skilled, looked happy to be there, and kept their movements completely tasteful. Only detractor was that they arrived a bit late. Other than than, very well done...definitely recommend.

This is a nice intimate atmosphere in which you can see small local productions and support their…read moremission. My only complaint is that we sat in a couple seats where we were looking at the back of the performers 75 percent of the time. It may have been the type of production but it didn't work for me.

Update: Still an easy 5 stars. First night back in a theater venue in months and we got to spend…read moreit in LTW's gorgeous new main stage theater in their new building on FtLowell. It's freaking amazing! This is professional theater with an approachable community feel. Did I mention the new theater? It has awfully adjustable stage capable of in the round or whatever else these theatrical geniuses dream up! They also have a separate youth theater! Can't say enough about this place! Check it out!

On a day trip to Tucson, we visited Arizona Theatre Company to see a performance of Blues in the…read moreNight. It was a Sunday and we found street parking a couple of blocks from the venue. Upon arriving, part of what I liked was that the theatre definitely gave off Arizona vibes with its Native American architecture. We sat at the upper level. Another thing I like is that it's an intimate theater. This means you'll have a good view pretty much from anywhere you sit, including in the back which is where we were. The seats are reasonably comfortable and we enjoyed the performance. During the intermission, I got a local beer which was reasonably priced for an event venue. All-in-all, a great experience. Support the arts! I joined their email list to keep up with the performances they hold throughout the year.

Beautiful historic theater in the heart of Tucson. I went to see Blues in the night, and it was an…read moreincredible production. The costuming and lighting were absolute highlights. Acting was on point, and set design was moody and interesting. I'll definitely be back.

Rhythm & Roots presents great artists in wonderful settings at very reasonable prices! An added…read morebonus is that one can usually chat with the performers at intermission or after the show. One can sit very close to the artists, whether the concert is in the Plaza Palomino courtyard or in the adjoining indoor venue (the latter is great on hot summer nights, since it's air conditioned). This results in a far better experience than at larger venues. There almost always is a free raffle for a CD from the performers. Occasionally other prizes are given out as well. Who doesn't like a freebie? If you buy your ticket in advance there's a $3 savings. Every bit helps! We've been attending Rhythm & Roots concerts for years and plan to continue for many years. We encourage you to give them a try!

From the owner: Rhythm & Roots shows vary by location. We select the venue to fit the performer. The venue can be…read moreset up theater-style, dance party or as a cabaret, depending on the act. We have shows all over Tucson. For a full list of shows visit RhythmAndRoots.Org or our Facebook page at Rhythm & Roots Concert Series.

Play: POTUS. See this play before the run is over. It is a contemporary play set in the White…read moreHouse. It is laugh out loud hilarious. The ensemble is really good at the physical demands of the play. What a refreshing treat to see a medium size cast after seeing a lot of one man/woman plays because of COVID. The playwright created characters that are unique. The brilliance is how these different characters play off each other. Cabaret theatre is a beautiful, intimate venue. Perfect after dinner downtown . These fun characters were all up close. Alert: lots of raunchy language.

Last season, out of the 5 theater companies we regularly attend in Tucson, 3 out of the 4 best…read moreplays of the season were produced by this small company.

Cannot say enough good things about The Rogue Theatre. Always a wonderful experience, presented by…read morethe amazing resident performers and hardworking staff. It's a smaller intimate historic venue perfectly suited to host a wide range of theatrical performances. Tucson is incredibly lucky to have such a diverse and thriving theatre scene. Experience it for yourself!

This is such a great and intimate theater! It seats maybe 100 people. I've had the opportunity to…read moresee several shows here, and the experience has been incredible every single time! The actors are the same, so you get to know them and their different personalities. Season ticket holders get seats in the front with their names on them - such a nice touch! They also do a chat about the performance after it's over. It's very close to the U of A campus, giving it a great location, and it's a cool looking space inside and out. There are fresh baked cookies, and coffee and water for a donation as well. I just enjoy the owners who speak before the performances, and just everything about this place! It's special!