Louisville Orchestra is a Louisville treasure!…read more We are so lucky to have it as well as music director Teddy Abrams here. I recently attended "Sounds of a New Nation," which involved such a thoughtful program celebrating the founding of this country. It included Schuman's "New England Triptych," Ives' "New England Holiday" and Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 9, a work composed the same year the U.S. declared independence. And Abrams seemed so excited to bring this to life. His joy is infectious! Most recently, we brought our kids to see the "OrKIDStra" program -- their first orchestra experience. They loved it! Next we're excited to see "Rhapsody in Blue." Other points of pride: * The LO became the first orchestra to create its own record label, First Edition Records. * It was one of the only orchestras to stay active during COVID by pioneering safe in-person and virtual performances. * It won its first-ever Grammy Award in February 2024 for Best Classical Instrumental Solo. * In 2023, the LO performed a historic, world-premiere concert inside Mammoth Cave National Park featuring world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma. There's nothing like seeing beautiful, thoughtful music performed live, and the Louisville Orchestra is among the best.

We've had the honor of seeing the Louisville Orchestra perform several times over the past few…read moremonths, most notably last Saturday at Iriquois Ampitheater. This was a collaborative performance alongside Pedrito Martinez and was a free 90-minute community show. (Separate review: Iriquois Ampitheater with posted videos.) The orchestra also hosts the "In Harmony" tour, which promotes multiple free community performances across the region to introduce more people to the music and make it more accessible. The latest was at Freeman Lake bandstand in Elizabethtown on Wednesday evening (whew! Hot and humid!) and another will be hosted at Stephen Foster Ampitheater tonight (Saturday, 9/19/26). Registration for the free tickets is online at LO website along with weather updates and venue details. These community In Harmony performances are slated to continue and an email signup for notifications is also available. Enjoy!

Pandora continues to be one of my favorite theaters to see shows and the performance of Yeti for…read moreLove confirms the feeling. It supports stories of the LGBTQ+ community and always makes me laugh, cry or both. Subscription prices are reasonable and can offer flexibility when you need it. Last night I bought a ticket at the door for an impromptu meet up with my best friend. Seats are comfy and the theater space is intimate. Cocktails are available and they always have a special drink for the show theme. They are great at email and social media communication. Just a lovely group to support.

Fabulous, innovative productions! Every seat in the house is great! I love the risks they take and…read morethat they produce original works.

I had originally heard about this play Titanic: the Musical from a friend of a friend from social…read moremedia. I had never knew Theatre Works of Southern Indiana existed before but was curious to check it out since New Albany has been revitalizing its main street businesses. The #SoIn movement is in! I honestly didn't know what I was expecting when I bought the tickets. I figured, it's one Friday that I never have off so I may as well attend a theatre show for some entertainment. The building is situated right on main street adjacent to Gospel Bird (hint hint, hit this eatery up for some pre show eats!) and is very easy to find. There are many public parking spaces to find and it's just a short 3 minute walk to the theatre. The space is VERY small. It is an older, historic building that has some art deco themes running through it and is rich and full of eye candy with the architecture. They somehow make the space work. My first thought was how they were going to put on a production such as Titanic: the Musical, the grandest, largest ship, in such a small space. Answer: They are theatre and stage hand geniuses! All the built in spaces that they utilized throughout the play amazed me. The performers varied in age and all were absolutely amazing, their voices, singing, and acting were all spot on. The staff was superb! Everyone was friendly and very inviting. When you walk into the theatre to be seated you have the option of preordering a treat/dessert that is served at intermission. Intermission allows for the second floor to be opened where there are restrooms, a large gathering area, and refreshments that are available for purchase. There was a bar open on the first floor before the show and a bar open on the second floor during intermission. I am so glad I ventured out on this whim of a curiosity purchase became I love any type of theatre and this one specifically is an inclusive, non-profit theatre company. Theatre Works of Southern Indiana really works with local artists, performers, and technicians to be able to bring this amazing cultural experience to a part of downtown New Albany. I think it is a great addition to the #SoIn experience! I will definitely be looking into season ticket purchases as they are decently priced! Great experiences and such a great performance! The cast from the show even stayed outside to meet with the patrons!

Theaterworks is another downtown New Albany gem. The productions I've attended have been of…read moreshockingly high quality. The theater is small but lovely, providing for an intimate evening of theater. The Theaterworks people are really doing some commendable work here.

The Alley is a great little theatre. It's located right off Main Street in the heart of…read moreLouisville's Whiskey Row - so it would be super easy (and convenient) to get a bite & a bourbon somewhere within walking distance before or after the show. (highly recommend Dish on Market) Also, most of the performances are in the evenings -- which means meter parking is FREE! (woo-hoo!) The shows are all pretty low-key performances with a focus on the play's content, (really) creative use of props and often, audience interaction -- versus grandiose sets and special effects. The theatre is small -- maybe seats 60? 90 if they bring in extra seats.. which they sometimes do. (check out their Evil Dead Musical -- it put them on the map for me) The actors are typically not using microphones but they are easily audible from every seat. If you love to be in the middle of the action with an actor literally within reach (or blood being sprayed on you (evil dead musical "splatter zone") -- then sit on the front row, or at the end of a row. The $18 advance/$20 day-of-show price is pretty reasonable considering -- there are no bad seats in the house, the shows are highly entertaining and often involve some amount of pop culture relevance and improv. BUT -- if you love frequenting the Alley & saving money, they offer a "SIXTIX" card for $80. It gets you 6 tickets ($120 value). You can use it to redeem up to 2 tickets at a time to any show. You can do this online, by calling the box office or emailing them. If you don't use the sixtix within a season, no problem -- the 6 tickets stay on your card until you redeem; like rollover minutes (but without all the fine print & secret charges) The theatre company offers lots of variety in performances (musicals & comedies mostly), but most involve off-color, NSFW content-- so leave the kiddies at home. This is the cards-against-humanities of theaters -- wonderful theatre for terrible people (and alcoholics, hipsters and locals). The snack bar features really cheap drinks, a few snacks and $3?, unlimited refillable popcorn! Beers range from $5 Sam Adams & on draft pours to $2 PBRs (to feed the hipsters)... and if you're into knick-knacky, nerdy things or local art -- there is a gift? shop full of these things right off their entrance on Main Street. Take the elevator or stairs up to the 4th floor & you're in for a fun & fairly cheap 2 hours of entertainment!

I wouldn't take me places in public but Karen is a glutton for punishment so off we went to the…read moreAlley Theater to see, "The Complete Works of Shakespeare Abridged." Once you get over parking down town it isn't a bad place to be! You enter on a first floor into a gift shop and ride an elevator to the theater. I am not a fan of elevators; luckily Captain Awesome let me walk down on our way out. One should only push his luck so hard. Once on the floor with the theater you encounter displays of upcoming shows and programs from shows that have run their course, there is also a bin for the programs you'd like recycled. They also have clean bathrooms and a bar that provides appropriately priced beers, sodas, wine, and snacks. Dude, you can get popcorn with free refills. I was as hungry and hangry as a fourteen-year-old. Karen made sure that I had popcorn and beer to prepare me for CULTURE! The only thing I didn't like about the Alley Theater was the seats were tiny/close together and I was cuddled up to Karen who was clearly not into it. Oh, the show was good and it wasn't uncomfortable in the theatre (in terms of temperature) and I had a great time outside of sitting in the seat where the audience participation happened. I'm high functioning autistic; I just want to blend into the woodwork when I leave the house. This was so painful and I hope I didn't ruin the show for people. They called it the "Bob seat" which was funny because that's what my buddy calls his penis and that buddy texted me a couple times during intermission. I'm sharing this because if I we hang out you'll wonder, "which friend?" If it's in my head it should be in yours, too. Let's suffer together. The acting was good and the play was fantastic. I didn't feel like I was at some uncomfortable, stuffy, avant-garde kind of thing and it wasn't overly formal. I can usually endure the theater pretty well if the show is good (I can't do with the droves of humans, the expected behaviors, the sitting) but I was able to enjoy myself at this show. That's just my personal issue but it was one that was accommodated by the design of the place. My friends love going to shows and this should be a way for me to participate instead of always turning them down. After the show the actors come out and interact with the audience which is so much fun, if you're into that. I am not. I don't like interacting with me and I don't expect other people to either. There are people who have good questions for actors or want to congratulate them on a good show. I did, of course, tell them I enjoyed the show and pretended I wasn't painfully uncomfortable participating so much. They had no idea and I did sit in the Bob seat. I'm not telling YOU where the Bob Seat is. You'll just notice me not sitting in it again. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to experience culture, especially people like me who aren't good at it. Tip your bartender, that's the only money they make.

Commonwealth Theatre Center remains an unparalleled training center and performance venue not just…read morein Kentucky but in the region as well. The productions are fantastic, yes, but instruction starts at a tender age for many young adults. While some do continue their studies in post-secondary settings, others build self-confidence, lifelong friendships and firm team-building skills that translate well in all facets of life.

What a great place for kids to learn, relate, and act. I've seen several things here and always…read moreenjoy it. Blue Apple Players are great as well. Art is worth the investment.

This small theatre is located in The Henry Clay building. It reminds on stadium seating for movie…read moretheaters. You are real close to the stage and the actors. We sat at the very top and still got that experience. We saw the play "Helper" here about gun violence that happens in a small town in a tavern. It has three actors who did an amazing job with all the dialogue that had to remember. The stage prop were on point from the cash register, bar, couch, food prop and more. I only wish we could've spoken to actors afterwards but due to threatening weather moving in it was cut. Also if the air conditioning worked but they had some issue with it. It is located at the corner of third street and chestnut on the third floor. Garage parking is near by for $12. The show tickets are around $25.

One of our friends had told us about a play he went to see recently and highly recommended some of…read moreus go to see. We had never even heard of this theater, it is inside the Henry Clay. So we decided to check it out. The play was Boatwright. SO good! Theater was small and cozy (144 seats), comfortable seats. Nice to have a more intimate theater. The play, very funny and good! 3 actors, and really did a great performance! We were able to purchase a beverage or glass of wine right outside theater, and they had cookies to enjoy while waiting. The restrooms are also conveniently right outside the theater. They have a short intermission period so you can get up and move around. The theater also has season tickets you can purchase to their plays. We will definitely be back to see more productions!

Abby Road was amazing show of music from the sixties. It was a non stop party on several stages…read more People danced and swayed in their seats, some sang the lyrics, and all was a feast for the eyes and ears. I was transported to a time of long ago where real bands played instruments and hearing real voices. I didn't sing but I did dance so hard I sweated and needed hydration and smiled the entire time. I stayed for hours and never wanted to leave. I can't wait to do this again next. Thanks to our Yelp manager Keri for another spectacular event!

I attended Abbey Road on the River this year for part of the day and have attended it in the past…read more This year, the opportunity to see Peter Noone and Herman's Hermits (Peter is the original Herman) alone makes this festival worthy of five stars. They put on an amazing show, have performed before at the festival, and Peter is a master entertainer. I recommend getting a ticket with seating if you are particularly interested in a performer or group. The bands before were good as well, and, in the past, I saw an excellent Elton John tribute artist. The people-watching is great, and the staff are competent and friendly. The food was so so to good; you might want to eat at a local restaurant.

College theater is a joy, and UofL's program is worthy of public support, with their MFA program…read moreoffering a backbone for their productions. The Thrust Theater is wedged into the school's voluminous sports complex, not an amazing facility, with a lobby that feels like a college building more than a performance hall, but the theater itself is a good one. Big enough to hold an audience of 150, small enough so there's not a bad seat to be had. Great layout, great sound, impassioned shows. Come see the young people.

So, being as this is both my first review on Yelp, as well as the first review for the Thrust…read moreTheater, I may be biting off more than I can chew. But here goes nothing! First off, this review really needs to be broken down into two parts: the physical theater space and the play itself. It is impossible to judge both as one and the same. That being said, the "place": First off, I've been in this city for a year and I never knew that University of Louisville had a Department of Theater Arts! Let alone that this theater existed! Needless to say, I was looking forward to a few things - checking out yet another new place in Louisville and trying my hand at a small theater venue here. The theater stage didn't disappoint. It had 3 of 4 walls used for seating and is small and quaint. It seats probably about 200. (I tried to find the actual number on the website, but to no avail!) It is easy to hear everything well and makes for an incredibly intimate setting. The actors in the play I saw actually interacted directly with the audience (which ended up being both awkward and funny at the same time.) I happen to love small venues for theaters, so this place fit the bill perfectly for me. That being said, onto the "play": As a disclaimer, I'm not an artist, don't claim to be, and sometimes artsy things go over my head. Apparently dark comedies fall into that category. We saw "Flu Season" - and it was, as it so perfectly proclaimed to be, a dark comedy. It started out a little slow, and somewhat confusing (it was very vague, poetic, artsy, etc.), but led to more entertaining scenes. Now the venue lends well to small crowds, but can also be a detriment at times. If something is funny, the laughter in the place ends up being contagious. But when something isn't funny, yet a few audience members laugh, it tends to feel awkward or uncomfortable. This happened a few times, and it was both awkward and uncomfortable. I don't want to give away anything to the play, but I left unsatisfied. And somewhat sad. Why the "three stars"? Because I'd go back. Not to see "Flu Season" again, but I'll be keeping an eye out for upcoming plays. I liked the venue, and really enjoy supporting local artists. I'm just hoping for a play that I'd appreciate more - probably just a regular ol' comedy will fit the bill. The play bill.