We had an enjoyable evening seeing "The Rootbeer Lady" at the History Theatre…read more The ushers and attendants were eager to help and the seating was comfortable (I am a bigger guy and theater seating can get snug) We were able to hear everything and there was no obstructed view. The play itself was well done...I went in thinking that a one lady play was going to have a hard time entertaining for 90 minutes...but I was surprised. I would recommend that you take the time to see this play.

Had a great time at The Root Beer Lady production. I've loved this story for years and to see it on…read morestage made it even more special. Kim Schultz (aka Dorothy Molter) did an amazing job as a one-woman show. The set felt so nostalgic and brought a tear to my eye. I've never been to the History Theater before and was pleasantly surprised by this little gem. Thanks for selling Dorothy's root beer too. Bravo!!

The theater is located on the West Bank of the U of M. It has a nice lobby highlighting the yearly…read moreevents. The waiting area is serving wine, drinks and snacks. The area is relaxing with ambience. The theater offers a view from any seating area. The plays are exceptional executed.

First time here, seeing pride and prejudice September 2025. FABULOUS. the actors and actresses were…read morereally amazing. They did a super fun modern twist w the play and the audience went wild. Super fun playhouse to discover! Really fun set up w everyone in a circle. Loved the pay what you can option so it levels the opportunities for people on a budget. Cons: parking downtown is yuck Some people may want more traditional (go to Guthrie or something) Seats are uncomfortable and it could use a refresh.

How have I never reviewed the Ordway?! I come here often enough and for long enough…read more This is one of my favorite venues in the Twin Cities for theater. Seats are comfortable and have good leg room and not really a bad seat in the place. I also love the addition of the concert hall for smaller events. Staff are always helpful and friendly. The bars always do a fun drink that rotates for the show at the time. Do yourself a favor and pre-order a drink for intermission if you plan to have refreshments at that time. The one drawback here is parking. The ramps aren't super close (although, they're within an easy walk) and street parking in this area is always chaos, so give yourself plenty of time before your show to find space. If you haven't had the chance to enjoy and event here, get yourself to the Ordway!

We've been coming to the Ordway for years! It's definitely my preferred theater in the Cities!…read more Parking is a bit of a toss-up...here are my go-tos: hope for a miracle and get street parking, pay a little more and get a spot in a nearby garage, get a bite beforehand at the St. Paul Grill and use their Valet :) The space itself is very modern and clean! I actually like that it is updated and not a "historic" theater. You don't have steep staircases, old bathrooms, or impossibly tight leg room! Tickets are usually reasonably priced, and my favorite "cheat code" is to buy the "limited view" seats in the front corners, as they are significantly discounted, and often only have a minimal disruption in the view. Staff is always friendly and excited to welcome you to the show! They have snacks, coffee, and alcoholic drinks available for purchase, but often frown upon you bringing it into the theater with you, so plan ahead and get there before the show to enjoy!

This is such a great space to see a local production done by kids. There isn't a bad seat in the…read moretheater. If you have toddlers, they have booster seats available to use, just ask. The tickets are reasonably priced and you can usually get one last minute of needed. The staff are really helpful and friendly in my experience. The seats are comfortable and there really isn't a bad spot to sit in order to have a great view of the stage. Parking is all street parking, so it can be a challenge on a busy night to find a close spot. After the shows I've been to, the actors all line up to say hello and sign your program. It is fun to congratulate them and say great work!

We LOVE the Stages Theatre! The 1st show we went to was Maltida and my older son loved it and we…read morehave been taking our two boys (ages 6 & 3) to shows since then. Great plays with mostly children actors/actresses tailored for kids. The cast also does meet and greets after the shows - my kids love getting to meet them! Madagascar today was our 4th show and we went a group of almost 40 people. The group discount rate is amazing and it's fun to go enjoy a show with a group of friends. FREE parking ramp super close to the Stages Theatre which is very nice. They also have lap child passes for $5/kid (age 4 and under) for younger kids who want to sit in the lap of an adult vs having their own seats. Highly recommend checking out shows here!

We went out this past weekend to see the James Sewell Ballet as a find different evening event…read more The first half starts out wonderfully with a mixture of a classic ballet with a Asian influence. It was lovely and the seats were amazing. It was a great opportunity to go and see something different a little outside of your standard Friday nights events. Each dance did a fantastic job and they even had a male who was on toe, quite impressive. I would recommend this to any couple / family as a great outing. I have also heard they have children performances where the kids and come and go as needed throughout to make it easier on the little ones, what a great idea!

The James Sewell Ballet company is doing something really unique and I am not a skilled enough…read morewriter to say exactly what it is. For the past three years I have not missed a local performance and each time I leave I have that feeling of "wow!" This is what I take from the performances: Classical ballet foundations applied to contemporary art, cultural and social issues, human ironies, imagination, humor, beauty, and the search for meaning. I know that sounds really intense, but it is an intense experience! I highly, highly recommend attending a performance. They also have special performances for families with children. Most performances are at St. Catherine University and tickets can be purchased online or at the box office. Student/senior/child discounts are available.

We had a wonderful time at the CTC, seeing The Wizard of Oz. I havent been to CTC since I was a…read moreyoung child and saw Iqbal with my class. It was great getting to experience it as an adult! We were in row N, which is definitely somewhere id sit again. I dont think there's a bad spot in the house! The graphics during the show were amazing, as was the sound. The actors did amazing work, they sang beautifully and had so many hilarious parts mixed in. I went with my husband and I, and I would say there was a mix of adult-only couples wanting to experience as well, so definitely still a great experience not as a child! They allow drinks inside the theatre, but no food. Bathrooms are located a floor below. Concessions line moved very quickly, especially with intermission. What a lovely experience!!

Amazing production technology and seats have great views. All staff is super informative and…read moreproactively helpful. The parking options are street or paid lots, seems like there were plenty of space either way. Never knew the Childrens theatre was the same building as the MIA - would definitely make a longer day out it.

I'll keep this one short and sweet, because if you're reading this, you're probably already pretty…read moreset on seeing a show here: She place is gorgeous but the seats are NOT comfy at all. Majority of the seats have a warning on their website that the legroom is nonexistent. There are some blind spots to be aware of, and the box seating definitely misses much of the side stage. We used A View From My Seat to see what each seat is like before we booked seats for Cursed Child, and am so glad we did. It was like sorting through a landmine trying to find a seat that had decent views in our price point and getting an aisle spot to the legroom didn't affect us as much. Definitely do your research before picking a seat here!

We have attended many shows here from broadway musicals, to comedy shows. It is such a beautiful…read moretheater. When you walk in you are immersed in historical beauty from the stunning chandelier to the detailed woodwork. We are so fortunate that we have the privilege to have such a preserved historical theater. Now mind you it is historical, so the seats can be a bit tight if you are working with winter jackets and football sized men. The bathrooms are certainly a bit of a game here if you are here for a show that has a intermission. The security line at the front door can be a bit challenging on a cold winter day, but there are additional entrances through the skyway and side entrance. The lobby has many bars that are very quick every time we go. If you do pay on a card, they automatically add a 18% tip.

Had the pleasure to see The Rainmaker during its last week. The cast members did a fantastic job of…read moremaking you feel like you were right outside their door watching the drama unfold. Exceptional use of a small stage - the set was well laid out & realistic for a period piece. Theatre is well equipped and staffed with people who care that you have a good time. Sad to say I was excited to smell the popcorn when we opened the front door..you can take in to eat while watching the play however we devoured ours beforehand! Recommend this gem for a great date night.

Wonderful theatre here! Great box office staff (we bought tickets this time since the performance…read morewas in high demand) but have done rush tickets before and the box office staff was wonderful. This is the old movie theater that still has a lot of life to it! The productions are amazing and transporting! Concessions available before and at intermission (including beer, wine, pop, coffee, candy, and fresh popcorn)-which they allow you to take into the theater to enjoy.