Jazz Hands If you're…read morelooking for a night of entertainment, look no further than CPH and visit this theatre. This place is the bees knees. We'll start off with the building and facilities.... All the theatres include exquisite architecture. From detailed lobbies, to unique art, they have it all here. Grooving through the Allen theater for the CPH performance of A Christmas Story, I was throughly impressed with the cast, sets, and audio quality. The show was full of energy and the cast executed the plot wonderfully. I hope all those cats make it big. The only negative to my experience was the two women who drinking wine in front of me. It was quite strong and stimulated my gag reflex during the show. One would get tipsy just by sitting in their section. And they kept purchasing the drinks from the concession stand. Maybe CPH should consider having an "Friends of Bill W" meeting room if they continue to serve alcohol. Speaking of the concessions, buyer beware, it's cashless. In addition, and most important, they still have the soft pretzels from my childhood . Bottles of water are expensive, so bring your own, or maybe just plan on being dehydrated. Regarding the comfort of the Allen Theatre, specifically the seats in Allen were much more comfortable than the nasty red tiny velour ones in the large Playhouse Palace Theatre. There's enough room in aisles to stretch your legs and not feel like you need a knee replacement, after sitting through a show. The Allen Theatre is the perfect sized theater, with great angles from all seats, not too small, or too big. Dancing back to the lobby, you will find some rather tacky white pleather sofas... similar to the pants you may have owned in the 70s. These sofas look clunky & out of place, and I feel these need to be removed immediately to preserve the old time feeling of the building and historic culture of the venue. I understand the importance of providing seating, but these don't match. Whoever approved these sofas, killed the vibe and is trying to eliminate a natural historic element of Cleveland. It's a disgrace to all architects and historians. But with great history, comes great responsibility, and if you review my photos, you'll note each photo is blurry, probably due to the theater ghosts. (Except the photo "Stinky Wine.") personally, I felt a positive theatre ghost presence, but wanted to set the scene. In the lobby, you'll also find various awards, which I'm not sure what they all are, or if they're real, but it's cool. Additionally, there was a family room, located near the Facenmeyer Lobby, but I'll be darned if I could find an entrance. But to be fair, I didn't want to see Uncle Joe or Aunt Millie so I didn't bother to look around too much. I also like to run in the other direction when children are near. Accessibility wise, Playhouse and CPH are great, with a plethora of elevators, ramps, rails, and seats, making the trek a little easier for folks. I didn't bring my tape measure to ensure all the ramps were 10' and 2' but the incline didn't seem as nuts as other ramps in town. Bathrooms are also plentiful, with vanities and stalls to ensure large intermission crowds. When I visited, it was Christmas season, thus everything was adorned with holly and most people were jolly. Redcoats are available to guide guests to their viewing throwns and ensure etiquette in the theatre. They were very kind and passionate for theater. Overall, great night out, but watch out for women obsessed with wine, theatre ghosts and ugly sofas.

CPH has tons of free events and discounts to make theatre affordable. The $25 under 35 partnership…read morewith SCENE allows young people to see quality theatre at a fair price. If you want to see up and coming artists, I recommend checking out one of the MFA student shows! $15 ticket or $7.50 for students. These kids have crazy talent.

Hey Yelpers, Here…read moreare the TOP SIX things you need to know about Something Data: 1.) Local improv can sometimes be sad but these guys were pretty funny and I definitely had a good time. 2.) I should put the emphasis on *guys* as there was only one woman performer when I went. The show would have been better with more diversity. 3.) About half of the audience is made up of those who have attended the show with friends and family of the performers being a large constituent. I'm not sure if this matters but I think it affects the vibe some. 4.) When I visited a local band called Vanity Crash played during intermission. They weren't all that great and were somewhat awkward to watch. Thankfully they only played 2 songs. 5.) The show takes place in the Studio Theatre in the Beck Arts Center where It can probably seat around 60 people. Everyone should be able to get a good view. 6.) It was $12 for 2 hours of live entertainment. A pretty good value in my opinion. I can't say I'll be going to every show but I would definitely check them out again if I had a free night. Sincerely, Neal

Local improv can be so hit or miss. I've seen maybe a half dozen Something Dada shows and in those…read moreexperiences it's been more of a hit than a miss. You never know what you're going to get and a lot of it has to do with the audience, not the performers. My husband and I were there on Saturday night. It was the smallest crowd we've ever seen at the Beck with maybe 20 people at most. There was a group of 4 high schoolers in the front row. They seemed to know the cast. Their suggestions were super annoying and my husband and I would roll our eyes every time they'd say something. So, I took matters into my own hand and started yelling out suggestions and they seemed to really run with that and appreciate my input. This group has been around for 20 years and in October they're celebrating their anniversary. It's been nice to see them grow into a location such as the Beck Center. It's convenient and it gives them a more professional environment to work in. Give them a chance on a Saturday night. For $12/ticket...we'll be back!

Awful! You get more room on a spirit airline flight. Chairs are practically on top of each other…read more They have a waitress but there is no where to set a drink. This place is a joke. Was way better when it was hard rock

This is an awesome venue. I saw a show in their acoustic series - an evening with Soul Asylum. I…read morepurchased tickets right when they went on sale and snagged a pair of seats on a couch in the front row. In this unique venue, I felt like I was in my living room with some of my favorite musicians. It was definitely worth the drive from Columbus. We arrived a few hours early to make a day of it - food and games, why not? We wanted to check out the Neon Room and walked in while they were still setting up. The manager, Dave Sanzo, was incredibly personable and filled us in on what to expect during the show. After learning we are lifelong fans of the band and brought records hoping for an autograph, he managed to fit us in the meet and greet before the show. What a stellar experience! With a capacity of just over 300, there is not a bad seat in the Neon room. A friendly staff brings drinks to your seat so you don't have to miss a minute of the action. I highly recommend this unique venue for an unforgetable experience.

Saw Menopause 2 the musical and it was hilarious, even for the men in our party! Hanna is located…read moreon 14th street, not next to the line of theatres. This theatre seemed more modern than the other theatres. The seating definitely more plush, spacious and comfortable but overall not as big Mimi Ohio, Connor Palace or KeyBank State theatre where the larger headliner shows are.

We went to see Sense & Sensibility. First time at Hanna Theater. Everyone working there was very…read morepleasant, helpful, and happy to be there, especially the two gentleman in Will Call. The theater is laid out perfectly for performances. It's smaller which gives just about every seat in the house a good view. This is nice because it can cater to every price point.

Always a good show with local actors. We attended the annual play, Murder By the Falls, taken from…read morethe book written by Bob Abelman of Chagrin Falls, Ohio. The play was fun. We learned about the murder and the suspects. Then we all went outside for an hour to look for the hidden clues for Who did it. In the program is a page to fill out with the clues you find and the name of the alleged murderer. Then you submit your information online or by turning it in. Then, back at the theater, we learned more about the suspects alibis, and we learned who the murderer was. The attendee who got everything correct won a gift basket that included tickets to an upcoming show. Memberships are available or buy single tickets to shows. VIP tickets include hors d'oeuvres and beverages before the show and dessert afterward. We had a wonderful evening. Parking can be difficult to find so give yourself plenty of time.

The little theater is actually a complex of several theaters in chagrin falls. It has been recently…read morerenovated and has a welcoming lobby. We have seen quite a few productions here, and have always been impressed. The production value is far higher than you would expect from a community theater. They also have great shows for kids around the various holidays. Be sure to support this wonderful resource in chagrin!

I was looking for theaters to visit besides the usual playhouse square shows and stumbled upon…read moreDobama. Totally didn't know about it despite living on the east side for three years. Located on Lee and actually seems to share a building with the public library. Got student tickets to Land of Oz for a show on a Friday. I bought them in person and the lady at the counter was super helpful and let me know about affordable ways to see a show like the "pay what you can" prices an hour before the show- which I definitely recommend for any weekday showings. You can also volunteer as an usher and see the show for free. Basically all seats offer a really good view because it is a smaller theater. But wow!!!! So much talent in one show. The actors were all amazing singers and dancers. It was pretty hilarious too. Very cool and creative set and costume design. My expectations were not the highest- I was a little unsure of seeing a show in a cleveland suburb, but I was absolutely blown away. They also serve reasonably prices drinks at the bar and even had a few special cocktails based on the theme of the show which was cute.

This is a really cute little theater that is a well kept secret, very easily overlooked. I know I…read morehad never heard of it until Yelp's ticket giveaway. It's actually in the same building as the town's library and only has 5 rows, so all seats offer a good view. The play we saw was wonderful, living up to the expectations of an Obie Award winner. Tickets are inexpensive, and the shows only play for about a month each. I think most of those in attendance have been longtime membership holders and go often. It's time that the theater reach other demographics, and I would strongly recommend going based on my experience! Bonus: you get 10% off your bill at the wine bar Taste across the street with a same day ticket, but the discount does not apply to happy hour.

"A change is on the way, I can feel it for you." -- BKYLN: The Musical…read more I visited for the first time on the 17th of February 2024 to watch BKYLN: The Musical. The play was wonderful with many young, talented actors. It was about a young girl, Brooklyn, who is trying to make it as a singer living in New York City while searching for her father but living without her mother who died young in Paris. Brooklyn has to compete in a music competition with a rival and more scandalous singer and that's when the fun of everything begins. If you enjoy live singing and dancing then you would have loved this musical. I didn't get a chance to walk around the theatre after the play but I later read online that there is a cafe there incase you want something to eat or drink. I love that this theatre has a "Pay What You Can" payment structure to ensure that theatre is available for everyone. Thus, when you pay for your ticket, you can pay any amount that you feel comfortable paying or that you can afford. The theatre provides recommended payment amounts on their website to help you decide what to pay if you are unsure. I will certainly be back here to watch another play. **** GOAL of 150 reviews in 2024 - 12/150 total reviews in 2024 - 662 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 16 March 2024

Was treated to Big Fish at this theater for my birthday. It was my first time here. Very…read morecommunity focused theater. The production was excellent. The performers were very talented. I'd never seen this show before and it was truly moving !!! I the seats were a bit uncomfortable, but it looks like they're working to replace them. I'll definitely be returning to this theater!!! Clevelanders are very blessed to have such talent and avenues for them to perform. If you've never been, please support these talented artists.

This place makes any night magical. I love being downtown for whatever occasion, but there's…read moresomething about the state theatre that just warms the heart. The architecture is stunning and the red coat staff is always eager to please.

The Keybank State theater is the first and largest of the Playhouse Square theaters constructed…read more Known for it's extremely long lobby you can see huge and beautiful murals on all 4 sides. The theater's history dates back to vaudeville where live stage shows were presented featuring long gone celebrities such as Abbott and Costello, Jack Benny, and Judy Garland. It later became a movie house before transforming into what it is today. Due to it's size it is able to present musical extravaganzas such as "Hamilton", and "Miss Saigon" which was the reason for my visit. My husband and I had great seats but they felt hard and we were cramped. Seems like they should have updated these as well. Before entering the theater you pick up your Playbill or whatever they call it here near the end of the lobby. Friendly people known as "red coats" are extremely willing to help you with whatever you need. I was excited to see the updated production that dated back to the 90s. The performance started out okay but we had difficulty hearing part of the opening scenes. Were it not for the fact I'm familiar with this production I would have been lost. Miss Saigon is an outstanding production of survival during the last days of the Vietnam war. We meet 17 year old Kim, forced to work in a bar run by the notorious Engineer-expertly played by Red Concepion. She meets and falls in love with Chris, an American GI but torn apart during the fall of Saigon. She, for 3 years tries to find her way back to him, who has no idea he has fathered a son. The story is heart-wrenching since one can only pity the fates of the mixed breed children as emphasized in the number "Bui doi." The songs are phenomenal but the best part is the use of special effects. The famous helicopter scene is recreated with such authenticity it makes you wonder how it is done. Along with a Chinese dragon and a Cadillac on stage, exceptional singing and solid acting, the show itself is definitely a 5 star rating in my opinion. The restrooms are in the basement right outside the doors leading into this theater but they have first floor handicapped facilities available. Since this theater sits behind the Connor Palace theater you can exit via a side door instead of waiting a long time once the show is over. That works if you have orchestra seats and you get out fairly quickly. The Keybank theater is one of many theaters which are all connected which is better known as Playhouse Square. Preshow talks are given in the "Allen" theater about an hour before showtime and in addition to a parking garage you can find street lots nearby as well as places to eat. With the exception of the cramped seating and some poor acoustics this theater hosts some of the finest productions I've seen during my visits here. Definitely recommend "Miss Saigon" if you are here or if it comes to your city. Take the time to check out the architecture and the beautiful murals in the long lobby from the 2nd floor food area. It's worth seeing if you have the time.