We had the opportunity to go see Napoleon dynamite, with a question and answer after the show with three of the cast members. Napoleon dynamite if you haven't seen it already is a great movie, but to be able to see it in a historic theater made it an even better experience. The seats were comfortable the ushers were very nice, and they help you get to your seat and find it. They have a couple a nice bars inside the offer theater type food and also sell alcohol. The The prices are comparable to most theaters, including the alcohol. But the ambience and having an opportunity to be in such a historic theater makes up for it. If you do happen to buy drinks at the Fox theater, you receive a souvenir cup that you can take back and get a dollar off of your drinks next time you refill them. We have seen a couple of other shows at this location and we are always happy and satisfied when we leave. Great location right now in town parking is a little bit of an issue but it is downtown Tucson so that is something that you should be ready for. read more

Fox Tucson Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This venue puts on great entertainment at very reasonably priced tickets. One of our favorite date nite places to go.

Who's Line is it Anyway? Saw an amazing show last night, one of my favorite tv shows performed live. Excellent performers and musician. Kudos all around! The Fox sounds crew however needs some retraining or someone to light a fire under them and make sure they put in their due diligence. Have past experience with performance lighting and sound equipment, I can understand why it might take some extra time to get everyone's microphones just right. So waiting in line an additional half hour to get it I was somewhat ok with. However, that still didn't prepare them enough apparently for all throughout the show there was multiple sound issues; peaking, cutting out, reverb and feedback. All through out the show... Beautiful building and great entertainment, but get the staff better training. read more

Fox Tucson Theatre - Who's line is it anyways?! - Performing Arts Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

We went to watch Maltese Falcon. The theater itself is grandiose and art deco - beautiful. There were a few technical issues with the movie in the beginning, as I think they were using original film, but they were resolved fairly quickly. There were even cupcakes in the lobby after the movie - what a great touch! read more

Great acapella...awesome performance...very talented young men. Follow them on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter... read more

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Here again in under a week- this time for Diamond Rio. I wouldn't say I'm a country music fan, but this was a incredibly fun show. Last time we sat front row balcony in the love seats- this time about 6 rows back on the ground floor- I'm getting the impression that anywhere you sit will give you a great view. Again, there was no dancing allowed, which is a massive shame. Come on- I wore my fancy new jeans and wanted to two-step with a country boy! Acoustics were great, Diamond Rio was great, staff was great, bartenders, great! On the way out the band lined up for autographs and pictures- super cool. I umm..don't own any country music stuff, so I handed over my tickets which they happily signed for me- even got a picture with them. read more

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The Fox while being a beautiful place and amazing in the work that has been done by Herb, the programing sucks. I would like to go to more events there but there is never anything I really want to go to. I went Friday to Films of faith and it was okay but not a lot of people. I noticed that the Manhattan Transfer was coming, wow 30 years ago maybe I would go but not today. Please please get some descent bands or something. Do something to get it going, so people can really enjoy the space. read more

A wonderful fashion show with many different trends from from daywear tonight where from the 80s to the 60s all the way to the New millennium the show is filled with beautiful music songs people action dancing what more could we ask for the drinks were overflowing the decor of the Fox theater was awesome; some great up-and-coming designers Tucson's very fine young professionals. It was a blast for everyone who was there young and old!! I was honored to have VIP. Thank you Yelp!!! In the future I plan on returning back to the Fox theater it was a very nice theater iMessage the way they renovated it it's lovely, very friendly and helpful staff as well as photographers on site. read more

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We went to the Fox to see Straight No Chaser open their "New Old Fashioned" tour. Great concern, great venue. The Fox is a renovated art deco theatre. while a good sized venue, it's an intimate space. The group did one number a cappella with the sound system turned off. The space has good acoustics without the sound system. read more

Fox Tucson Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I came here for a comedy. It was a lot of fun. The chairs were comfy the bartenders were nice

Love love love this place! Not too big not too small. Accoustics were great, once they fixed whatever issue was going on backstage. Femmes of Rock were awesome!! read more

The Fox Theatre is beautiful and historic! We purchased ADA seats and the view was excellent. The space gets congested, so it was a little difficult exiting with one guest in a wheelchair. The parking around the theatre is a little chaotic before showtime. It was cool indoors and the lighting was good. One con was the line for concessions. My bf waited about 25 minutes to buy bottled water and coffee and missed the opening act. read more

Fox Tucson Theatre - View from ADA seating - Performing Arts Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The Fox Theater has a lot to offer. They are bringing in a variety of activities and performers that Tucson may not have had the opportunity to see otherwise. It is really quite beautiful inside in all directions including the ceiling. The stage is large. There is a lot of seating including the balcony but top of the balcony is a pretty long way from the stage. They have movies there as well as speakers and performances. I had been there once for viewings of short movies and sat in the logic balcony where they have "love seats" that seat two people. This last time I went to see James Van Praagh and was in row E in left orchestra which was a great seat. There are many parking options nearby including street parking, parking lots and garages and the trolley stops in front. There are a couple of bars where you can get drinks and snacks. The restrooms are smaller than they should be though. Still a great venue with interesting entertainment options. read more

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First of all, the sound system is incredible, the place is magnificent, the seats are great, and Joan Osborne was very good. I am writing my review because of the Covid policy. When I ordered the tickets you had 72 hours to get a covid test. Then weeks before the show they changed the rules without a money back policy. You had to get a test within 24 hours of the show.It was not easy driving 4 hours to Tucson, get a test and make it to the show with a written negative report. Another thing, it is fantastic that they have so many volunteers to keep this place alive, but they will go out of business with the overly tight Covid rules. The century theater has on sight testing! read more

Beautiful venue. Roomy stage, excellent acoustics, comfortable seating. Friendly and professional staff. Wonderfully restored. Feels like a trip back in time. Love this place. read more

For a place that ranks among the best things for the Old Pueblo they should rip you off when it comes to bar service. Understanding every establishment has to make a reasonable profit. But the Fox is "Price Gouging". Example: a liter of Titos Vodka at the Wine Store retails for $27.00. The Fox probably get a discounts, but what ever. Lets just say retail at $27.00 per bottle. Ea. bottle holds 33.84 oz. The Fox charges $15.00 per oz. at that it comes to $507.60 minus the $27.00 retail cost that gives a profit of $480.60 per bottle, or a little more than 175% mark up. Now considering there is overhead cost involved, bar tender wages, general operating cost, etc. But really !!!! do you need to charge that much to make a profit. Being a former business person myself you can make more of a profit in the long run by charging less and selling more. People come to the Fox for entertainment, relax, and have a fun experience. Not to get ripped off by your over priced concession. read more

The Fox Theatre is a rare gem in Tucson. I was very pleased with the old time feel the theatre had. It truly felt like night out on the town. The staff was friendly and helpful. I will definitely look into other theatrical performances they host here! read more

Fox Tucson Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

It's so hard to figure out where to start when trying to write a review on the historic Fox Theatre. I guess the first thing that comes to mind is the amount of LOVE that was put into the painstaking restoration of this historic theatre. I am so thankful for the hours and money put into this lace so that people like myself can enjoy it for years to come. Every time I enter the theatre I feel like I am immediately transported back into time when people cared about their environment, their persona and dressing to the 9's to go out on a night on the town. I've been blessed to work backstage for a musical theatre event at the Fox, so I've seen every nook and cranny of this place. While I can say that the dressing rooms, green room and backstage are cramped, they do everything they can to accommodate whatever the event may be. I've seen films, musicals and concerts here as well as attending Yelps amazing appetizer event. Every single time I come I thoroughly enjoy myself. I would highly recommend the Fox as one of the must see locations for visitors new to Tucson or to veterans like me who are looking for a classy venue. This place is as good as it gets! read more

Beautiful restoration. Great acoustics. Good god some of those seats are for wee people ... Be careful of the row where you get your tickets... I am still slapping my thighs to get the blood flow back. Mellow dress code - clean and comfortable. Concessions upstairs and downstairs. Parking can be tricky... I will go back, just will select my seat more carefully. read more

Pirouettes, pliés and IPA's... that was my experience a the Fox Theatre. We were there to see the Moscow ballet perform The Nutcracker. Fox's concessions feature beers from our very own local brewery, Dragoon. What better way to watch magical toys brought to life via ballet than sipping on a great local brew in a historic venue? read more

I am an idiot and drove my family from Orange County California for a concert and made the stupid mistake of thinking the concert was Thursday, when it was really Wednesday. Anyway, I bumped into Karen at a Mexican restaurant on Thursday and later found out that she works at the Fox. She felt really bad and called management to see what they could do for us. Karen was able to hook us up with great tickets for a different show that my kids ended up loving. Thanks for caring. My wife is still mad at me, but I'll try to make it up to her one day. FYI...the concert was for Needtobreathe, her favorite band. read more

Tonight I went there for the John Lennon experience. It was great service as far as tickets/seating/facility! This was my first time to go to the Fox Theatre since living in Tucson and I really like the aura. The show was just mediocre, but fun. I would think it would be a show that is likely to be in Branson, MO, but since I am a fan of the Beatles it was a really enjoyable evening. It was silly and I loved it. The one main thing I liked about the Fox was that is located downtown! The nightlife downtown is phenomenal. read more

I took my mom last night to see the Mexican comedy "Hijas de su Madre" starting great actors from my favorite Telenovelas. It was amazing! we laughed throughout the entire play. The Fox theatre is a beautiful place to go see your favorite stars. It was exciting to see my favorite actors live and right in front of me (wow!!!). I will definitely go back. The location is accessible in beautiful downtown Tucson Az. Parking was about a block away which was nice because we did not have to pay for a parking meter (after 5pm). Fox theatre is beautiful and has a lot of history. The sitting staff is nice and courteous. The security guards were considerate and professional. I even had the opportunity to meet the manager to thank her for a wonderful experience. What else can I say I loved it!!!!! read more

The Fox Theatre in Tucson, Arizona, is a true treasure. An Art Deco movie-palace masterpiece, it has been restored to its former splendor by a dedicated group of volunteer Tucsonans and Arizonans who worked long and hard, surmounting many obstacles along the way, to bring it back to its full grandeur. For so many local people who can remember it when it was still a functioning movie theatre, this is a heartwarming and inspiring achievement. A few years back, we took a tour of the Fox that was narrated by the man who had been in charge of the restoration and who had energized the community to rally around this historic landmark. All I can say to him and all his supporters is, "Kudos! Job Well Done!" The Fox has a wide array of offerings from classic movies to live performances. We particularly enjoyed the Film Noir series one Summer a while back. Just this year alone, I have seen the Air Force Band of the Golden West Commanders Jazz Ensemble on Sunday, 27 April 2014, sitting in middle orchestra; Johnny Clegg on Wednesday, 7 May 2014, sitting in the rear orchestra; the Gypsy Kings on Saturday, 24 May 2014, sitting in the balcony; and One of These Nights, an Eagles tribute band, on Saturday, 7 June 2014, sitting in the very front orchestra. No matter where I sat, the acoustics were perfect and the view was terrific. At the Fox, there is literally not a bad seat in the whole house. One very nice aspect of the Fox is that it features a crowd that appreciates what is on offer and that knows how to behave and present itself. The theatre-goers are true lovers of the movies and acts that they are coming to see. This was especially true of the Gypsy Kings where those in attendance dressed up for the occasion and for the Eagles tribute band where everyone was clearly in love with the music of the original band. Rarely does anyone behave inappropriately. The two elderly gents in the balcony who insisted on yakking throughout the Gypsy Kings concert, fortunately mostly out of my earshot, should take note of that fact and in the future, try to adhere to the manners of the rest of the audience. One group of people who should be lauded are all of the volunteers who donate their time and energy to the Fox, both out-front and behind the scenes. They make this theatre possible. At the events, the ushers are affable and helpful, and they help add to the positive experience. A big round of applause goes out to all of them! If you live in Tucson, or are just visiting, do try to go see an event at the Fox. Not only will you have a great time, but, also, you will be enriching yourself by experiencing an authentic architectural gem. read more

Just a beautifully remodeled theater and went to catch a jazz festival performance here. It was wonderful. The acoustics are great and has a casual yet sophisticated feel. Would definitely come back for more shows here. read more

I almost broke my sacroiliac again & loved it! Seeing Starting Over - The Lennon Experience at the Fox reminded me of going to concerts in the mid to late seventies with general admission & huge dance floors. Of course The Fox doesn't have general admission & there wasn't a huge dance floor but the seats are spaced far enough apart that you can really get your motor running. There's assigned seating & crowd control but I didn't get the feeling I was in a police state. That would have been the opposite of the Lennon message. Time was on my side at this concert because the band started way before my bedtime and when it was past my bedtime, 8:30, I was still rocking and rolling. I knew the crowd was getting really revved up when I saw the huge bouncer advance to the stage. He did a great job of deterring fans from jumping on the stage or tossing any unmentionables at anyone. Luckily I had my YELP friends with me to hole me back. After the concert was over my friends and I stood in line to get autographs. After all of the excitement, I wanted to head out on the highway but opted for the quick drive home. I was very glad the Fox is downtown and not way out of town like some of the music venues. I really loved this event and am very happy Fox was the location for the World Premiere of Starting Over - the Lennon Experience. I'm going to start checking out the webpage more for stuff to do. A few people we turned off by alterations in some lyrics but I bet that's because of copyright issues. You know what I say to changed lyrics . . . Don't let the man ruin your mellow! That sounds like a Beatles era saying, right? read more

Our first time at the theater since it was remodeled and opened. Now I understand all the fuss. IT LOOKS GREAT. The acoustics were excellent. The love seats for two in the loge section are a hoot, great views and easy seating for a couple. Presentation was Man in Black the music of Johnny Cash - Robert Shaw did a great job of bring his music alive, the lead guitar (apologies to the artist, cause I can't for the life of me remember his name) was OUTSTANDING, JUST OUTSTANDING AND ON LAST NIGHT. The whole group was SUPER and the price was very reasonable. Drink and snack prices were in line. A great night out. WE WILL RETURN TO THE FOX. read more

I will never..ever go back to that rude establishment. They run the place like a Gestapo encampment. Upon entering, hassled about masks, vaccine card, ID's. Felt like we were prisoners entering a prison camp. The sad part is that nothing was really checked when presented. Upon going through the ex-ray machine, it went off and I just told them I had metal in my knees. ( I dont ) No checking, just sent me on. A little farther, a guard told me she didn't like my cloth mask (which I have travelled by air all over the US with no problems) and told me to replace it with one of "theirs". And she was not nice about it. As we sat and had a glass of wine before the show, a guard came over and told me that I must only lower my mask to take a sip of my wine and it had to be immediately moved back on. Again, she was not nice about it. There were security guards posted around the theater during the performance with one job.....mask duty. I am all for masking and vaccinating but it is sad how the small people running this place can take a bit of power and abuse it with rudeness and hyper diligence. It ruined the whole experience for us. Let the place die from its own silliness.....Never going back. read more

My friends and I had a great time at the Fox Theater!!! We had the pleasure of seeing a performance of Dee Dee Bridgewater during the Tucson Jazz Festival (I won tickets in a generous giveaway by the local Yelp community!) and it was awesome. The seats were comfy and even from the balcony we felt like we had front-row seats. The acoustics are great and the venue is gorgeous. Their concession stand has great snacks at fair prices and their bartenders do a really good job! Definitely a great place to catch a show in Tucson! read more

We bought tickets at the last minute and were in the back on the main floor. The venue is very small but we still had great sight of the artist. Roseanne Cash is a flawless singer and her purity was enhanced by the acoustics and the sound system at the Fox. The snack bar was reasonable and popcorn yummy. Only teeny, tiny complaint is the seat size. They were designed before Americans got bigger so I felt the neighborly closeness a little too much. The downtown location is great for parking and walking to dinner and the show. This was my first Tucson concert and I loved the eclectic audience and their attire. read more

Saw the Cirque D'Or here. Was surprised at how casual the staff is here about the use of the theater. For example, at the Benroya Hall in Seattle, where I usually go to see the Seattle Symphony - one isn't allowed to bring their booze into the concert hall. Not so at the Fox Tucson. You're encouraged to bring the booze you buy from the concession (which are very generous pours, FYI) - but there's no place to put the booze, except on the floor or between your legs. The decor is art deco, which isn't a style I particularly like, but it was well done. The theater has a homey, down to earth sort of vibe and could probably use a cosmetic re-do. I was also surprised at how small it was. We were sitting within 10 rows from the front and the acoustics and visuals were great, although I'm sure sitting further back would be the same. A pleasant experience overall. read more

Restored classic venue in Downtown Tucson--a crucial part of the Downtown Revival. I have been to the Fox many times --for concerts from Jackson Browne to Ben Folds, from Pink Martini to Weird Al, and more recently for the Comedians of Chelsea Lately event. The theater is great. Good acoustics, lighting, and sightlines. Concessions are dated--definitely could stand better food (ie better popcorn). They do serve alcohol, so that is a plus! Bathrooms are OK--can get VERY crowded during intermission, etc. read more

This was my 1st time attending a show here. We saw Twintastic, which was a great performance, and I was impressed with the facility and personnel. The show used minimal theater props (2 performers and a grand piano). We had great seats N111-112 (aisle), but I'm 6'5", 195, so the seats were fine for legroom, but built for 1930's-sized shoulders. I understand there is loveseat-type seating in the balcony. The acoustics are excellent, the interiors Southwest Deco and well maintained. My partner enjoyed the full bar which was really reasonably priced. The show price for two was $39 (REALLY reasonable!) but $52 out the door with handling fees. Still a great value considering how good the show was. We didn't have to look too long for parking because we found street parking about a block away, and we were about a half hour early for the 7 pm show on a Sunday night. Subway Sandwiches was open next door, and there were some other F&B venues nearby, 2-3 blocks away if we'd been hungry. The theater does have a movie palace-type snack bar in addition to the bar. Almost perfect except for the shoulder room read more

A really nice place to watch a concert or movie. They have the place nicely decorated and it makes you feel like you have gone back in time a bit. read more

Fox Tucson Theatre - Back stage with Jo Dee Massina. She still has a great voice! - Performing Arts Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

We won tickets from Yelp to see the Irish music group, Danu. The sextet used instruments such as the bazouki (similar to a guitar), the fiddle, the flute, the accordion, the drum, and the guitar. The vocalist, who also played the flute, had a beautiful ethereal voice. The Fox Theatre is simply beautiful. A not so hidden gem in Tucson where everyone should experience a show or two. Hint: the love seats in the Loge section are where you will find the best comfort. read more

During the months I lived in Tucson, I still remember it's last gasp. The city let the Fox Tucson Theater deteriorate for nearly 30 years, now they take credit for bringing it back "alive", which is putting up non-historic facades, etc. Caters now to mostly snobs, their shows are $10 & up a pop. I can't afford it, I head to the LOFT instead. read more

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We love the Fox Theater! It has so much charm, and such a wonderful variety of shows. Many of them can't be seen anywhere else! The Covid protocols are really appreciated, and make us much more comfortable than venues that don't enforce safety measures. We are thankful that they value the community's health and safety. Thank you to the talented and wonderful staff that keep this unique and fabulous theater open! read more

I went here for the Fund for Civility, Respect,and Understanding's concert featuring Calexico and Ben Folds. Who could ask for a better line up? I really love the art deco style of this theatre. Look around for the photos of the renovation process it's quite amazing to see. The theatre is cozy and has wonderful love seats in the balcony. My only complaint was the amount of bathrooms, but you're going to have that issue in any older restored building. All in all, I'm looking forward to my next excursion to the Fox Tucson Theatre. read more

I've got to admit it's getting better, it's getting better all the time... . My biggest beef of this place was the lack of use for big-ticket concerts. While I still think they have a long way to go, they are finally starting to pull through and trust their patrons with the fancy decorum of this theater. If you haven't been to this classic SW Deco theater, go check it out. Even if it's just for one of their movies. Simply beautiful. I'm hoping it's on track to keep getting better... read more

I seen Star Trek Two The Wrath Of Kahn here. It is a well maintained beautiful old theater. read more

Fox Tucson Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Tucson, Arizona