Had a wonderful time watching the Richmond Ballet at the Dominion Energy Center! The building itself is stunning with a public lot right in front and a variety of garages surrounding it, parking was a breeze for our event. Walking in we were greeted by the wonderful attendants and our seats were surprisingly spacious in regards to leg room (we sat center orchestra Row J). Both my partner and I are tall so leg room is definitely a plus. The show was phenomenal and I feel so lucky to get to experience the arts here in Richmond! I would definitely reccomend a show here just for the ambiance alone, the theater inside is stunning with so many things to look at. Definitely arrive the 30 minutes prior to showtime to take in all of the sights. read more

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Nothing is as iconic as the watching the Nutcracker over Christmas at the Dominion Energy Center. I give the Nutckracker a 5+, the venue - not so much. Why is it that I always feel like I'm taking a flight when I go to see a show. This is absolutely true here as well. I'm at 6'3" and my neighbor was about that wide. To say it was an uncomfortable seat was a crazy understatement. Oh well, taking a cue from a discount airline: pack them in. I wouldn't be cranky if it was just the seat. The Roman empire did better in logistics for shows. Trying to go to the bathroom was a joke and don't even think of getting a drink during intermission. This place is just not laid out for a full show logistics. GO for the Nutcracker. Anything else, might not be worth the squeeze. read more

Dominion Energy Center - Had a great time watching the Nutcracker. Awesome show! Even if it were a physically uncomfortable experience. - Performing Arts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Great experience at this lovely quaint theater. We went to see Wizard of Oz on Ice and what a cute show. The kids in the audience were able to be interactive and the skaters skated well. The staff was so nice and inviting. I love going to this theater. They do a good job considering the small size. read more

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Consider $26 your small glass of cava, coke and M&Ms a donation to the great programming they have here. read more

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Ali Siddiq comedy special Very funny individual and his opening act was hilarious too! This was my spouse and I first time in this theatre and it is beautiful inside! read more

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Came here to see a show , its so gorgeous inside honestly i was just looking around and taking it all in. Mildly annoyed that its cash free and you have to use a card to get a drink- but that aside loved it read more

Dominion Energy Center - Cinderella the Opera - Performing Arts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I visited Dominion Energy Center for the first time last weekend for a performance of Alice in Wonderland. My friend and I purchased tickets in the First Dress Circle section. Parking along the side streets wasn't terrible, though I learned that Richmond is charging to park on Saturdays now. You can easily pay through the Passport app though. Security was quick and ushers promptly brought us to our seats. That is where the good stopped for the first part of the show. Shortly after we sat down, a family of three sat down behind us. The child was maybe 4? and almost immediately started furiously kicking the back of my friend's seat without being told to stop by her parents. **Before I go any further, please note I am NOT blaming the child for any of this. All of my rage is fully centered on the parents for their lack of parenting.** Once the show started, the child asked, "Who's that?" for every character who appeared, and her mother entertained her by giving loud, verbose replies. It was as if they thought the theatre was their living room and they were enjoying a private viewing. We glared back at them several times, but they didn't make any moves to be less disruptive, so we moved down the aisle to get away from them. The father then spread his legs out over the vacated seats, illustrating just how obtuse he was. Despite moving down the row, the kicking still radiated to our seats. It was extremely annoying. They seemed like the over-privileged type, as if the dad was only there because it was raining so he couldn't golf with his buds. At intermission, I went downstairs, located an usher and asked to be moved. They did some searching and thankfully found us seats in the mezzanine. The second half of the show was so much more peaceful. It just boggles my mind that people can be so rude, so disruptive, and so careless. I feel like if that family reads this, they should give me $32.25 for the first portion of the show that they ruined. I am thankful that the ushers were able to move us, otherwise I would've had an altercation with that family, I am sure of it. My patience only runs so thick. The interior of the theatre was very pretty with classical elements. Restrooms were clean. They had photo prop areas in the lobby related to the show, which were cute too. All in all, I'd go back, but I hope next time I have more considerate neighbors. read more

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We were here to see Theresa Cuputo the Long Island Medium. We got here early and parking was right next door for about $24. There were other locations that were cheaper. But it was so convenient we just paid the extra to be close. We stood in line for about 40 minutes until the doors opened. Everyone was friendly while waiting. When the doors opened the process of going through the metal detectors was pretty easy. There was staff everywhere directing people to their seats. The bathroom was a hot commodity so it was a long line. But the lines moved pretty quickly. The smells in there are some that I'll never forget... Lol. Ladies keeping spray in your purse could make the world a happier place . Lol. I went through the 5 stages of grief just trying to get in there. The only concessions offered were popcorn and drinks. Water and soda was $5. I still have my bottle of water and sip from it daily so I don't forget how expensive it was. Lol. Honestly, $5 wasn't as bad as it could have been. There are several floors for seating here. So if your disabled or have a hard time with mobility, definitely try to get the first floor seats. Because there are lots of steps and some are steep. I had to take my shoes of to climb the stairs because there's carpet on them. I dared not fall down 50 stairs in front of a whole audience!!! Lol. The chairs are tight as ever. If you have hips, you better leave them at home because you'll be sitting on your neighbors lap. You have to stand up anytime someone walks by. I understand they're trying to fit a lot of people in one place but if your plus size as I am, it's uncomfortable. I absolutely felt claustrophobic but I made it through the 2+ hours and survived. The inside is beautiful. The artwork and details are just lovely. We sat up high but had the perfect seats right in the middle. Teresa came so close I could have touched her, but I'm sure security would have tackled me!!! Lol. When the show started we weren't allowed to take photos or videos. The show was awesome! Lots of people received messages from their loved ones. It was wonderful to watch. Such a cool experience!! Everyone cleared out pretty quickly after the show, again the bathroom lines were loaded before leaving. The mens line had no one. I so wanted to use their bathroom just to get in but my daughter wasn't having it!! Lol. I enjoyed the whole experience and would come back!!! read more

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I have been here twice in the last month for my son's (adaptive) dance recital AND for a show! Both sides of the experience have been awesome. From the backstage view: it's super clean and well-organized. This is the place you would want to hold the date to have your show! Oh, the parking around the building is quite helpful and be sure to download the app if you need to park there - especially if you're from out of town. We locals know where to park for free ;) haha When I came back here for a show, it was very well organized and finding out seats were pretty easy. The decorations that they have in the theatre is beautiful and just a great feel to it. It's not overbearing or distracting from the show. Great performance and the place is very well taken care of. The staff were sweet and friendly! read more

Dominion Energy Center - Performing Arts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Nice theatre but so cramped! We sat in the mezzanine level. Luckily we were only 3 & 4 seats into the row because we only had bother 2 ppl next to us to get out when we had to. There is no break in the row, so if you sat in the middle, then 10 people had to get up so you can get out. Additionally, the leg room was minimal... so I felt extremely claustrophobic the whole time I was there. I would have loved to stand up and dance around, but I was at a comedy show, not a music concert. Seats were comfy though. read more

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I've been here at least twice that I can think of (once being a week ago and the second time being a couple of years ago) and I find this event location to be quite beautiful! I saw The Nutcracker live for the first time on December 18th and was pretty blown away; I didn't expect it to be so entertaining or have a lot of humor (specifically in Act 2). Parking for Dominion is very reminiscent of any type of city parking for large events- you have to scope out nearby parking garages and pray to the parking gods that you can find one close enough that your hike to the theater isn't too long. I could imagine it being cumbersome if you don't have comfortable footwear or if the weather is bad, but my two most recent visits involved neither so it was fine. There are restrooms in a couple different locations, there's at least one elevator, there's tables selling merchandise pertaining to the show, and there are concession counters where you can get snacks, sodas, or cocktails. I don't know anything about the history of Dominion or how long they've been hosting shows etc, but when you're out wandering the lobby and climbing the sets of stairs you can spot these old historic items, namely chairs, that aren't used for seating anymore. Which very much brings me to one of my main points- the antique seating and how it concerns personal space and comfort. I'm 6'0 without shoes with a hip circumference measurement of 50" and shoulders just as broad if not broader. I can fit in the seats, which are small and wooden with some slight cushion, but I struggle to find comfort. The leg room is minimal and can compare to leg room when you're flying economy on small flights. If I have patrons next to me on both sides, I don't have enough room to cross my 40" legs because there's nowhere for my feet to go. I'm only deducting one star from the possible 5 star review solely on the want for more comfort during lengthy performances. I know I'm not going to get it because I don't expect Dominion to renovate and I can't get shorter. That being said, if you're a patron like me who has a bit of bulk or width, please keep in mind that you might not fit well or be comfortable at all during the event you're attending. read more

I did a review about 7 years ago regarding the Carpenter Center, nothing much has changed (Except the Name) went to see the comedian, Ali Siddiq last night, the 9:30pm show. What a logistics nightmare. No organization, no communication. Why purchase tickets electronically, to have to scan your ticket to go to a table for a phone case so they can lock your electronic devices (smart phone/smart watch) you are asked to show your ticket again only for them to write your seating location on a card. You then take the card and present the card to the usher (once you find the correct usher or area you should be in) the usher then shows you to your seat. (No one is directing people where to go once inside the theatre. The show was delayed for at least an hour and let's not talk about parking. RICHMOND, if you want people to continue pumping money into the economy by purchasing tickets to these various venues there needs to be better organization, so much improvement needs to be done, I'm not sure where to start, from traffic flow, (someone directing traffic) to having more than one parking attendant, etc. read more

Stars aligned for the most spellbinding show .... and those stars were Emo Philips & Weird Al Yankovic. The RVA stop on Weird Al's "Unfortunate Return of the Ridiculously Self-indulgent Vanity Tour" was here at the (dare I say it?) unfortunately, ridiculously, self-indulgently named Dominion Energy Center. What the heck? They couldn't give it a better name? Sounds like it's gonna be a sports arena or some other awful place. But this magnificent theater is a century old, it's a RVA treasure where antique statues, chandeliers, velvet curtains, and other gaudy / decadent art is lovingly preserved and featured. Beautiful stairways and elegant balconies give you that bygone glamorous feel, while the ladies room, thankfully, is spacious and modern. This show was so special because it fell on the week that my oldest child turned 18 and my youngest turned 10. We were able to take the entire fam to celebrate these significant birthdays and create an unforgettable memory together. "Weird Al" Yankovic gives the best live show, better than McCartney, Tool, or any of the other big names I've seen live. This wasn't my first time seeing Weird Al but it was a first for most of my children who I've raised on his music. A Weird Al concert is like a religious experience for true fans, myself included. And what a spectacular bonus to see (friend of Al) Emo Phillips open for Al this time. Emo's set is as odd today as it was in '75, and he's arguably the comic w the most unpredictable brand of humor. He had the audience on the edge of our pretty little seats. read more

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I recently moved to Richmond, VA and this was actually my first outing. There wasn't a bad seat in the house and the venue isn't bad. Also, great sound quality! read more

We visited to see the Nutcracker. The venue is beautiful and not too large which is nice. Parking can be challenging so I always try to go early and eat in the area so I can find parking. There are a lot of great restaurants nearby. Our seats in the orchestra had ample leg room. I haven't sat in the upper levels so I can't speak for those areas. Access to the bathroom was challenging with a long line but moved quickly thankfully. read more

Nice place. Sweats a bit cramped, but it's old. Quick in and out. Parking close by. Bathroom access quick. Not a bad seat in the place. Highly recommend! We were on isle right mezzanine for Dracula ballet. Wonderful! read more

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Pros: Beautiful and wonderful history Has ample bars. Cons: If you're a smoker wait until the last minute to go inside. There is no re-entry If you have vertigo, don't get a seat up high If you like your personal space and don't like peoples legs touching yours don't go. Bar selection is terrible. If I knew about the horrible seating I would have never bought a ticket. We left before the show started because it was too hot and strangers were overlapping seats and rubbing up against us Beautiful... but not worth it read more

What a beautiful theater!! I have enjoyed many shows and performances here!! Always a delight to come here. So glad that the "lights" are back on!! Nothing like live performances! Such talent! Tonight we watched CATS!!! Wow!!! Amazing!! So glad had the opportunity to watch in RVA!! read more

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I visited the Dominion Energy Center Carpenter Theatre to see a matinee performance by the Richmond Symphony. The performance was wonderful, but I was also equally impressed by the theater itself. The entrance is well marked with a classic marquee, and immediately upon entering you walk through security with metal detectors and a bag check. From there your ticket is scanned and you can enter the lobby of the theater; all lines moved very quickly. There were several bars open for refreshments and a lounge for private members. Each main floor had large multi-stall restrooms and the one I visited was very clean. Both in the lobby areas and inside the concert hall are classically and beautifully decorated with Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, rich colors, and intricate details from floor to ceiling. It felt really special to be there and had a wonderful vintage flair without being run down like some older theaters. With as intimate as the theater is and the well-planned layout of the seats, you really can't go wrong no matter where you sit. I purchased the least expensive tickets on the top floor, the second dress circle, almost the very last row and all the way to the side for only $10 plus fees. I did not expect to have a great view, but it was perfect! Only a few feet of the stage was obscured from our angle, and being on the end meant that no one was directly in front of us. The acoustics were great even with minor audience interruptions. The seats were comfortable, appropriately spaced from one another, and there were wheelchair accessible options on each floor. There is ample parking nearby including street, paid lots, and garages that start at $7 only a block away. read more

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very fancy venue. love the high incline on the seating - great views no matter where you are in the theatre. saw Dracula by the Richmond Ballet & it was excellent. had a lovely time. read more

I've been thinking of posting this review for a while. I have been to dominion multiple and numerous times throughout my time in rva. More so recently due to the fact that my partner works with some of the theater companies in town. To be fair I am not a "theater lover" I prefer the symphony, ballet or if it must be theater musicals. That's neither here nor there just some background. I am finally writing this review because I have CONSISTENTLY had a bad time the past 3 times due to the fact that there is NO WATER. For whatever reason DEC has decided to shut down all and any bar service?! The only water you're allowed is from the water fountain. Like a 5th grader?! This is unacceptable. I don't care about the booze I don't really want any while I'm watching a play bc apparently you're not supposed to leave when you have to pee... so fine. But as soon as you say there is no water I freak out. I carry a 2l large water bottle with me everywhere and it just.. makes me feel better. Of course I cannot bring that in.. and I can't buy water... this is not the way... Please consider making changes dominion. And for all you other ppl with emotional attachments to water... drink up BEFORE you come in. Ps it's also very disorienting in the dominion energy center. So if you are like me and overwhelmed by crowds and get disoriented go with a friend to the bathrooms. Thanks for attending my Ted talk read more

This venue was lovely. The restoration maintained The integrity of the building. The sound system was great read more

Came here to see the Nutcracker with the Richmond Ballet. The location of the venue is in an area that's easy to get to, and plenty of street parking on the streets nearby. Inside, the staff were very friendly and helpful. There were plenty of ushers to help get you to the right side of the the theater as well as plenty of ushers to help you locate your seat. The seats were comfy and enough leg room, which is great for an older theater. We sat in the mezzanine, and it was a phenomenal view of the state and the orchestra. The theater itself is very unique and interesting. The staircases are grand and it's just a feeling of being in somewhere special. It was a great place to see the Nutcracker, and I will be returning when another show is playing at this venue. read more

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The architecture of this building is amazing. It's very dramatic and over the top. It looks like a palace outside, and on the inside there are full bodied statues on top of balconies and the ceiling is painted like the sky (clouds and all). The Dominion Arts center is the perfect enviornment to see a theatrical production or in my case a Drag Show. The season 9 wonner of Rupaul's Drag Race, Sasha Velour said the same thing and even noted how beautiful the theater was during her performance. If you watch Rupaul's Drag Race you know how artistic and creative she is, so that's a huge compliment. It's big and spacious inside and the staff is friendly and helpful. The walking space inbetween the isles is a little tight, but that's not a major issue. Take in the sights of this theatre, lay back and enjoy the show. read more

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Bathrooms were so clean and no line at a predominantly female crowd event! The bars had long lines but it was to be expected! The choices made it easy and fast though! Canned wine is a great options always!!!!! Lol the seats were comfy and there isn't a bad seat in the place! read more

Dominion Energy Center - Heather McMahon - Performing Arts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Tiffany Haddish performed her Comedic performance, Friday, March 16 at Dominion Energy Center. I had a delightful time watching her do comedy. More, importantly I had an even hysterical time watching the restaurant and food servers of Richmond, VA serve drinks and food "dishes" to every table including the company that I escorted to the comedy show except me... My food "dishes" were incorrect and returned back to the kitchen multiple times. Luckily, I brought my own food "dishes" from DC to Richmond VA with me as if I was (Charlotte in Mexico from Sex and the City 2008) #BlackIri$h #TiffAnyHadDi$h #HappySTpaticksDay (VA tried to be FunNy. However, it didn't work!) And I was not smiling. I suggest, NO MORE AMERICAN RESTAURANT DINNING OUT 4 ME(.) #ThanksUSA #Nice4What? I guess, Playing jokes does have benefits! ;P read more

Dominion Energy Center - Tiffany Haddish Friday, March 16 at Dominion Energy Center. - Performing Arts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This theatre is perfect! It's not quite as big as the Altria theatre which makes for a more intimate experience. I look forward to seeing The Nutcracker every year. It is one of my favorite Richmond traditions. Those dancers make it look so easy. I leave the theatre convinced that I should stop everything and become a ballerina (yeah right). But seriously, they are so, so good. This year we had amazing seats in the Mezzanine. They were only $50 and we had a perfect view of the orchestra and performers. Some folks may not like being able to see the orchestra, but I personally love watching them play their instruments. The impeccable timing and coordination between the orchestra members and dancers is insane. Getting to the theatre is super easy and so is parking. There are plenty of lots nearby, but remember to bring cash. They sell wine and beer inside. After The Nutcracker they were selling the cutest toys and Christmas ornaments. Perfect for your ballerinas-in-training! If you ever get a chance to see a show here, please go. You'll love it! read more

Came for the Bernstein on Broadway with the Richmond Symphony. Quite a lovely evening. The major thing to take note of is for the students: orchestra concerts are only $8!! You get free picking of the seats, which for the seats we got in the Balcony that day was originally worth $43. A very seriously awesome steal that was complete with the great view. The seats aren't the most comfortable and balcony seating was a bit high up causing us to have to crane our necks a bit to make things a bit more eye-level, but the inside is simply beautiful. Take a quick look at the picture for evidence. Also, parking was fairly easy to find with some free street parking around the area on weekends. read more

Dominion Energy Center - The stage - Performing Arts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I echo other reviewers saying that this venue is simply beautiful and very pleasant. I came to see the Richmond Symphony and thoroughly enjoyed my time here. Just seeing the artistic displays on the ceiling and walls opened my heart to enjoy the beautiful music. Parking is a couple of blocks away, so get there early. read more

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I've been there for a show and thought it was okay for a small venue, however, below is what just happened there. I'm not going to be supporting this venue in any shape or form from this time on till they fix their attitude. So sad. From my friend's post: "Sadly Richmond CenterStage I won't be able to spend any more money with you as this afternoon your security guard refused to allow me to breast feed my 20 day old baby in your lobby while my family was ice skating. I guess she felt that the better option would be for me to sit outside in the freezing cold to feed my daughter. Such a pity bc my family really enjoyed seeing the Nutcracker and looked forward to seeing other performances there. However, I refuse to give my hard earned dollars to companies who don't support breast feeding. And I'll be sure to let my friends know this as well. Maybe you should educate your employees on the benefits of breast feeding. Sincerely, A Very Upset Disappointed Mama." Update from the said friend: Hey friends here's an update from what happened at CenterStage this weekend. This morning someone from the front office called me (before I'd even had a chance to call- thank you social media and friends who know people!) I explained the situation to her and she assured me that this person was acting out of turn. She explained that their security is contracted out so it wasn't someone who worked directly for CenterStage. They were so apologetic and definitely said this is not their policy. She said in fact they have a room that they should have shown me to that they have set aside to give mom's privacy. So no need to call 12 on your side. They are tracking down this security person and making sure that appropriate measures are taken to make sure she knows their policy. Second update: the operations manager also called me and was so apologetic and upset that this happened. She again assured me that this is not their policy and just could not believe that this happened. Thank you CenterStage for acting so swiftly! **good job CenterStage for taking ownership and responding quickly! You've earned back some stars read more

This is a great venue! I've seen a variety of performances here from classical music to jazz to folk to rock and the acoustics have been good for all of them. The theatre was renovated a few years ago and the results should make Richmond proud - beautifully restored and very comfortable. Because it's downtown, parking can sometimes be a challenge, especially on a weekend night, but I've never had to walk more than a few blocks after finding street parking. There are also a few paid lots nearby for those who don't enjoy the hunt for a parking space. Once inside, you can get drinks and snacks to take to your seats. There are some performances (i.e. classical) where I wouldn't recommend seat snacks because of the noise (i.e. nachos, pop rocks, etc.) but otherwise bon appetit and enjoy the show! read more

Date night w my handsome son 6/24 to see my new favorite jazzy guy...Trombone Shorty and he did not disappoint. Now picture this, my fav guy don't get out too much. He prefers to devote his time to his family, especially his sons. He had the best time in a long time, and I'm happy I was able to introduce him to third greatness. read more

Beautiful theater! All the little details from floor to ceiling just adds to the already amazing performances they offer. Richmond Opera plays here so I will be returning often! I had to subtract a star because of their misleading seating chart online while buying tickets. From the seating chart, I thought I had purchased seats more front and centered to the stage, come to find out our seats were much more far-left than expected. The seating chart incorrectly marked aisles where they shouldn't be. Tsk tsk, please make the appropriate changes ASAP. read more

Absolutely gorgeous theater (look up!). Nice bathrooms, and decent selection of alcohol very close to the theater entrance so you don't miss much if you get a refill during the show. Seats are super plush and comfy. Don't buy seats in "the pit" if you can help it. You get a much better view sitting in the Orchestra rows. read more

The lobby is a little narrow, but who cares? It's all about the actual theatre -- Its beauty and slight opulence. I felt fancy for a night. We sat close, in every sense of the word. We were in the orchestra left, row F. Perfect view, but packed like sardines...or a terrible Southwest flight. You will not have elbow room. You will not have leg room. You will sit tight and enjoy the show. read more

We have been going to the annual Christmas concert for years and loved them except for this year. The guest singer was awful and she messed up a classic Christmas song!. The concert seemed rushed with no onchor! NOT HAPPY! read more

This review is in direct response to the concert i was recently at on Sunday Oct 6th 2019. I can't remember the last time i have been here but is is awesome to walk in and have a nostalgic feeling in the atmosphere. We had really close seats but when the show started people were standing up and we had a hard time seeing the stsge and one of the performers. After intermission we asked if we could move to an isle seat since there were some empty seats and the staff said sure and we enjoyed the concert even more. Now to fix the situation of not being able to see over people. The seats in the front to the mid section on the floor need more amphitheater style arrangement so they are slightly elevated to the seat in front of them so that if someone stands up the person behind them still has a view. Just a suggestion...anyways great venue to go to and hope to see many more shows there. read more

Beautiful venue and excellent for a wide variety of performances. This is truly a gem among Richmond's performance halls. Parking can be difficult nearby but that's not unusual in the downtown area. I've attended the Jay Cutler Classic bodybuilding show here the last two years and I'm always impressed. The art deco interior, friendly staff and atmosphere are all first rate. Try to attend an event here at least once! read more

Dominion Energy Center - Performing Arts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Sooo..... cool venue no doubt. Saw Tom Segura and he was on fire in the good way (reference). Funny that you can download tickets and have them in your apple wallet as too save paper and for convenience, but g** forbid you have your phone out to find your seat number. Then the terrifying experience begins 3/4 of the way through the performance. Seat by seat by seat will break and scare the crap out of you, distract you from the show you paid good money for and make you think the rest of the time that your seat is next. If you come here, may the odds be ever in your favor. read more

On December 26, 2015, my family and I had purchased 5 tickets to an evening performance. There was an extensive and involved ticketing process with several email and phone interactions. We arrived about 2 hours early for a dinner and happened to walk by the theater approximately an hour and a half before we were scheduled to pick up the tickets per their instructions. We found a PAPER sign stating that the theater was closed and all performances had been re-scheduled for...some reason. We still aren't sure. Ok, you say as you continue to click through Richmond CenterStage's poorly designed website. I am willing to tolerate the risk that the event that I am spending hundreds of dollars to attend may cancelled for ambiguous reasons at the last minute. Surely, if a large institution in a major US city cancels a major event with no electronic or telephone communications to their patrons, they are willing to refund the price of my tickets? It would be ridiculous to expect them to argue that they will not refund any tickets, and that the holiday season tickets that you have spent hundreds of dollars to acquire are basically useless until the next time that you can gather the five attendees. It is ridiculous, and it is the Richmond CenterStage's policy. Buyer beware, and please remember to try to patronize arts institutions who take their customers and patrons seriously. read more