My wife and I came to see a friend of ours perform. On the outside it doesn't look like a theater…read moreat all, I was skeptical on the location when I looked it up, I thought it was someone's house. But upon arrival, I was surprised on what was inside the building! Parking isn't bad, it's either asphalt or grass, but plenty of space when you walk in, you can see the history of the building by the low ceilings and how some of the walkways are. You can either purchase tickets online, or in person, I recommend purchasing them online so you can select your seat in advance. There is a concession stand with various candies for a $1, and I'm talking the regular candy that you see at the store while waiting in line at Publix, such as full size Reese's, M&M's, Hershey's, Famous Amos cookies, sodas, waters, and Milano cookies for 50¢! The theater itself is small but intimate, and I feel as though you'll get a great view of the stage no matter where you sit. My wife and I enjoyed the performance, and the sounds quality was great. I may look forward to coming to some shows at the shoestring theater, however the drive was a bit of a mission, so make sure you have your phone battery charged for your GPS to find the place!

Outstanding theater in Sanford! The shows are great, there is ample seating, and the stage can…read moretransform effortlessly right before your eyes. My favorite place in this building has to be the bathrooms. They must have put a lot of money into them, because they are BEAUTIFUL. Large stalls, gorgeous mirrors, and enough room if it gets crowded. The concession stand has all the typical fare Luke candies, water, soda, and popcorn, and my only drawback is theater seating. I feel when the house is full, having a middle seat will suck cause you have to cross so many people to get there. Overall, a great theater!

I live in Florida and I have bronchial asthma. On a 90+ degree day in a nun outfit - I attempted…read moreto walk 6 long blocks. After the 4th block - i was done. I walked slowly to The Athens Theatre where Tim let me in to cool off and catch my breath. The MANAGER of the theatre let me stay in even with sound check!!! The play was fantastic, the seats amazing and production superb. I could have gone south really bad - but Tim and The Athens Theatre saved me from that happening. Thank you, Athens, Theatre, and Tim. You are simply the best.

Recently, DH and I went to see the sound of music at the Athens Theatre, and we were blown away!…read moreEveryone was so very good at everything they did! Especially the orchestra, the nuns and the father! We are so very happy to see the Athens bringing back a lot of the golden era musicals like they used to have in 2017 and 18. The children, and all of the performers as a whole were amazing! I enjoyed it so much that I am bringing my mom today! I really hope that the theatre will be bringing back musicals like "hello Dolly", "The King and I", "Guys and Dolls", "Oklahoma", "Brigadoon", "The Music Man", "Gypsy", "My Fair Lady", and "Fiddler On The Roof" to name a few. We love seeing those musicals and bringing the younger generation to see it live. My niece enjoyed it the last time I brought her and it's different than seeing it on a DVD. The theatre is wonderful since the seats are comfortable and you can see from any seat in the house. Come back to the theatre!

I've been a part of the playhouse since 2019. They do 5 shows a year and so much variety. They…read morealso host parties. The people that run the backend of the playhouse are very dedicated and knowledgeable about theater. It utilizes volunteers and such an important part of the community. Can't wait to see what the future holds.

All good seats great performances we have attended many plays ,laughed at comedians cried at…read moreromance screams at shockers

Easy to get in/out…read more Staff were very friendly Drinks are CHEAP SO CHEAP!!!!! Sat in balcony and had a great view plus there is also a restroom upstairs!

Stopped by to attend The Jury Experience. I've been in the area a few times but this was my first…read moretime inside the theater. It was easy to park out in the lot across the street and there's lot of food options before the show. Going into the theater you scan in and can stop at the bar while waiting for doors. If you're on the floor the doors are right inside the first entry and if you're in the balcony you'll take the staircase up. There's a bonus bar upstairs but it wasn't open on the day we were there. The downstairs bar has incredible prices on drinks and new Cutwater options I hadn't seen before including espresso martinis, White Russians, and there may have even been a lemon drop. The theater has aged a bit, but it was still a fun date night out.

I've only been here once for the Buddy Holly Story, so this review is based solely on that... But I…read morewouldn't mind returning! Unfortunately for you, all remaining performances of Buddy Holly are completely sold out. ENVIRONMENT This is a nice theater. The lobby is quite nice. There are simple refreshments available for purchase. The seats are sufficiently spacious, padded, and comfy. The way the theater is set up, you can't really get a bad seat. We arrived 2 minutes late for a sold-out show and parking was a bit problematic. I recommend arriving early! BUDDY HOLLY STORY My husband wanted to see this. Honestly, I wasn't looking forward to it. But it was a very good show. The acting performances were much better than I've seen in other theater companies (coughmadcowcough) and the music was a joy to watch. I sat next to an older gentleman who lived during the time period of this show and he very much enjoyed it, saying he wanted to see it again. QUALITY COMPARED TO OTHER LOCAL THEATERS This is the top reason I recommend you make the drive out here. I've been to a few different theaters around the Orlando area and I thought this theater was significantly better. The environment is much more spacious and comfortable, the acting and performance was much more engaging and convincing, and they seem to have either more talented people or more resources to pull off a much better stage and set design, costumes etc. I get the impression these people are professionals.

We saw Grease here last week and I was really impressed by this theatre! It is a little place, but…read moreit has a good sized lobby and they sell snacks and drinks for an incredibly cheap price making this the perfect outing for a family because of its affordability. The staff were so sweet and accommodating and when we sat in our seats, a staff member took the stage to tell us about all the upcoming plays and a little about the theatre. I thought this was such a nice detail and it made me make a mental note to keep tabs on their upcoming shows, many of which sound amazing and are things I can't wait to check out! The theatre itself is small but the stage is decently sized and every seat in the house has a pretty darn good view which is awesome! The production itself was well thought out with attention to detail in the sets, costume design, and the choice of actors. The cast did a phenomenal job and I was super happy with our choice of attending the show for date night! Can't wait to go back :)

I love live-theatre and I love musicals. This is the cutest little theatre. It's whimsical and just…read moreadorable. You are so close to all the action. Saw "Diana, the Musical" and was awed by the amazing voices and performances of the cast. Production was wonderful. Come to downtown Sanford early to grab dinner before the show...park once and walk to various restaurants.

Attending the Legally Blonde Jr. Musical with a friend!…read more When I purchased the tickets I didn't pay attention to see that it said "JR" so I was a little surprised at the young cast but it was totally my mistake The theatre was smaller than I expected however I like how close we were and made it feel like we were part of the act. The cast was really good and I had a great time. I look forward to attending another event there maybe a comedy night next time. If you have you do kids or teenagers I'd highly recommend taking them to see this Musical.

I've been to a few shows at the playhouse and the most recent show was fabulous!…read more I wasn't aware that most of their funding is from community donations. Before and during intermissions, they have a 50/50 raffle which goes to the cast members who volunteer their time. After this most recent show, The Prince of Egypt I have decided to get season tickets. I'm all about supporting the local arts!

Charming theater with excellent productions. Spring Awakenings hit it out of the park. I commend…read morethe team for selecting a thought provoking production rather than the "safe" shows of most other theaters. The acting and singing was a very high standard and the format with the camera filming gave the show a real edge. Well done and thank you!

Here with my Red Hat Society Ladies to see Wreck the Halls, a Christmas themed play. I didn't know…read morethere was a theater here so I'm pleasantly surprised. It's a short walk from several restaurants and bars so you can park in one of the large parking lots. I loved the sitting area in the lobby. Intimate seating behind large picture windows. There is a concession stand with wine available. As a matter of fact, you can pre-order a drink to pick up at intermission. So cool. I'm looking forward to returning in January for the next play.

"From My Hometown" is, without question, the hottest ticket in Central Florida…read more If you haven't secured a seat yet, do whatever you can to get one. This production delivers a level of entertainment that surpasses anything I've seen at Dr. Phillips. The show transports you to a time when confidence felt earned, ambition was fueled by self‑belief, and the dream of success pulsed through every city street. Three cousins reunite unexpectedly in 1970s New York City, each chasing their shot at rhythm‑and‑blues stardom. Having been in NYC during that era myself, the musical stirred memories of a time when music wasn't designed to shock--it was meant to lift the spirit, soothe the soul, and move you from the inside out. This show captures that perfectly. From the moment the curtain rises, the audience is swept into a world that never disappoints. By the end of the evening, you realize you've been entertained more deeply than any amusement park or theater in the region could ever promise. If the spirit of James Brown, Otis Redding, or Jackie Wilson can be felt anywhere today, it's on this stage. Absolutely loved it.