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    Dallas Theater Center

    3.8 (46 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Program - penny candy
    Cassidy B.

    I saw Penny Candy here, and the play was exceptionally wonderful. It was local, gripping, thought provoking and even a bit sad. What was really sad, however, was the packing folks like sardines into the tiny studio room. Let me start with what was really great - the "come early" and "stay late." These events, appropriately about an hour before and 30 mins after the show, are opprtunities to listen to a cast member share histories of the show prior, and tomdiscuss impressions after. I really enioyed this for so many reasons. I was there on closing night, so much of the cast appeared for the "stay late." Loved it. The seating was absurd. I am small, but fit, at 5'9 and 155 lbs. I sat in a corner seat and was so crowded out because the seats were so close that it distracted from the show the whole time. Also, the space was humid. You are allowed to bring you purchased beverages and sweets from the lobby, though at least twice I felt the sound of M&Ms spilling on the floor disrupted the tiny room. I think that the room seated about 100, but the seats were so close. I only paid $20 but still feel like I got ripped off. I really wished I had not worn a suit because I felt so u comfortable due to the person next to me basically having to be in my lap. I really like some of the shows coming here but I cannot say I will attend again because I don't want to feel uncomfortable. It is a shame, because locally based plays like Penny Candy can really boost the culture scene.

    In The Heights
    Leelé G.

    I went​ to see In The Heights at this location, suggested by a good friend of mine. I knew I had to be here early because​ the parking can be pretty tough to find but fortunately, I found one extremely close to the theater. Finding the place wasn't​ that hard and it was easy to navigate​ through the building. The theater​ area was pretty spacious for its size but it felt small at the same time, it's​ not a bad size honestly​. I would recommend​ people to bring their​ jackets because it can​ get a little​ chilly in after a while. But the music and the sound was pretty loud, a bonus for this deaf gal, the lighting and the arts on the stage was amazing. It was a pleasure to watch this show - & I'm glad I can say that I now can check off my list for visiting this theater after driving by it so many dang time.

    Alexandra L.

    My family and I went to see "A Christmas Carol" performed here a few weeks ago. There isn't a bad seat in the theater! I really like how it was a smaller venue, which made it more intimate. The lighting and sound were great! The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was because there was nobody there directing traffic, so getting in and out of the parking lot closest to the venue was a nightmare. Make sure you get there extra early and park in the silver Lexus parking garage.

    Amelia C.

    This theater is so cool on so many levels...I honestly don't even know where to begin on how awesome it is. I shouldn't have to tell you how beautiful, contemporary, sleek, and visually stunning the building facade is. Every minute aspect of the architecture is so intricate and thought provoking. I mean...wow...like wow...loss for words. And it ain't just pretty on the outside. The performing company is a theatrical powerhouse. I don't think I can ever look and think about theater in the same way. I saw "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Henry IV" here. AMAZING. Great acting...ridiculously creative sets. I haven't even began to go through the diverse seating variations/arrangements. The possibilities are endless. The Wyly is a destination not to be missed. I almost forgot to mention the best part!! Both times after the performance, there's a complimentary tour of the building where one one of players is the docent for a small group from the participating audience!!! It might be well into the evening, but worth it 120% if you've never done it before!

    Lex W.

    This is a one-of-a-kind, world class theater. I have attended four productions here: Tigers Be Still, King Lear, Red, and The Odd Couple. I plan to see the rest of the productions this season. What amazes me most is the actual stage. It is completely transformative. Every play I have seen, the scale and intimacy morphs according to the play's theme and personality. I just love it. Imagine sitting in a tiny, intimate space with several graduating rows the first time you see a play, and then for your second play, entering the same space, which now has rows and rows of seats, including box seats that extend into a mezzanine all the way up to the ceiling. Impressive! There are so many things I love about this theater. The modern architecture, the quality of theater, its downtown Dallas location, the pay-what-you-can theater nights. I just love it! The Pay-What-You Can is really DTC's best kept secret. For as little as pennies or a few dollars a ticket, you can see world class theater. (A theater professor of mine suggested though that you pay at least $3-$6 for each ticket--still can't beat it!) For those of us with a budget, that's a blessing! Of course, you want to buy your tickets online early because usually the seats are filled first come first serve. Oh DTC, I heart you!! I think I'll become a DTC friend and supporter very, very soon... :-)

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    Don T.

    Even though I was slightly distressed by the condition of the building "The school for wives" by Moliere was good!! Incredible turtle creek park setting, what could be an amazing Frank Loyd Wright icon building for Dallas, and was rumored to be up for demolition several years ago. Who are these people that think demolishing an iconic building, by Frank Loyd Wright built towards the end of his life, is okay? Unfortunately the Kalita Humphreys Theater is in great disrepair! A little rust here a little mold there and some parts are functionally obsolete. Where are the friends of Kalita Humphreys Theater, if not in place maybe it's time to start a foundation to support this building? (!)

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    Kalita Humphreys Theater

    Kalita Humphreys Theater

    4.4(18 reviews)
    1.5 miUptown

    The Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Kalita Humphreys Theater is a fantastic venue. Both Uptown Players…read moreand Dallas Theatre Center stage plays here in this 600 seat luxurious theater with two small balcony areas on either side of the stage and an upstairs balcony section that seats about 150 additional guests. Seating is comfortable and sight lines are amazing -- not a bad seat in the house. The orchestra section is off to the side so you can see each actor's facial expressions. There's a bar with alcoholic beverages and sodas in additional to light snacks such as candy bars and peanuts. If you're tired of paying $100 to have to use binoculars just to see the stage at DSM Fair Park, you should definitely come check out a show here!

    What a lovely theater and good time! I saw the play "Sense and Sensibility" tonight and enjoyed…read moremyself very much. The design of the building is aesthetically pleasing, art deco, big windows. I rather like all the red inside too, but perhaps that is just me. It is very much its own space, and not like any of the modern buildings today. Parking is free, which is a rare find in Dallas these days too. There are concessions, wine, soda, cookies and such, which you can take into the theater with you. The air conditioning was icy cold, which I was happy for! For those that got too chilly, right in the back are blankets available to use! How charming. I'd say every view is a good one here too, no bad seats. I found the chairs more comfortable than the ones at the Wyly Theatre for sure. The play itself was well done, good casting, especially Colonel Brandon, though he did make me think - Willoughby who? *fans self* The revolving stage was a little distracting, but the play itself was lovely as Jane's work almost always is. The actors bounding up the stairs and into the audience was unexpected for this type of play, but worked well, and many of the lines were delivered to much laughter. Austen fans shouldn't miss it!

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    Meyerson Symphony Center

    4.6(79 reviews)
    0.1 miArts District, Downtown

    The Morton Meyerson Symphony Center is no stranger to the Dallas music scene. I, however have been…read morea complete stranger to the Morton Meyerson Symphony Center until Danny Elfman came and performed his music from his scores for Tim Burton films. What a great venue. The house acoustics are wonderful and the seats were comfortable enough to endure an almost three hour show! Honestly, the bathroom situation could be improved, because the lines were so long (even for the men's) that I really had just enough time at intermission to go there and back. It's a first world music venue with second world bathrooms. Also, I am not a tall guy, but airplanes have more legroom than the Morton Meyerson. I will give them an A+ on programming though, great show, especially to bridge a cross-generational audience! OK, I know Danny is 74 years old, but the bulk of his fans are much younger!

    Box seats at the Meyerson Symphony was amazing. We watched Home Alone and I really didn't watch…read moremost of the movie because the orchestra was mesmerizing. Such amazing talent. Parking is always an issue in Dallas but we made into the parking garage....finally. You have to get some box seats to the Dallas symphony for you and a special someone/s.

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