I recently became acquainted with this eponymous gem of a theater. It's neatly tucked away between…read moreconstruction sites in Carmel, and is an intimate space that offers local productions. As others have mentioned, there truly is not a bad seat in the house. I came here with a friend to watch a medical themed mystery written by a local cardiologist, and we were even able to chat with him during intermission. The friendly gentleman manning the refreshment counter gave us a bit of background on several of the many cat pieces he'd procured to decorate the building. I can't wait to catch another performance here!

This a fun theater nestled in Carmel near Main Street in the arts district. We came her for our…read morechildren's concert with Carmel Music Academy. The theater sells snacks, beer, wine, soda, and non-alcoholic drinks. The Cat is the "Carmel Apprentice Theater". From the signs on the wall, a number of music schools come here to give their students an onstage experience. Good sound system, good stage, great experience! It is a very fun indeed!

We went out on our first date night in a long time... and this show did not disappoint…read more They were funny and entertaining. I like how they got the audience involved and kept us all engaged. It was nice to meet with them after the show, such wonderful people.... Also, did I mention they have a chihuahua named Swami? Oh my dogness he's so cute. We will definitely be going again and if you're looking for something fun to go do, you really should check them out. Age group to watch the show is 13yrs and above. Even my service dog enjoyed the show.

Went to the show with family including my 17 year old son. We all had a good time. The hosts were…read morefun and included the entire audience. I plan to go back and have recommended to friends. A lot of fun!

From the moment we walked in--feeling secure with visible security and welcomed by friendly…read moregreeters--this experience was fabulous. Smiles were everywhere, setting the tone right away. My son and I went on a special date to see A Christmas Story, and it did not disappoint. The cast was incredible! Their energy was contagious and drew us into the story from the very first scene all the way to the end. I truly can't say enough good things about how amazing this show was. We will absolutely be back for more plays!

Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre is the largest of more than 70 community theatres in Indiana and one…read moreof the ten largest of over 7000 active community theatres in the U.S. It is also considered the nation's longest continuously active community theatre. In operation since 1915, Civic Theatre offers 90 performances and 500 opportunities to participate onstage or behind-the-scenes in a professional theatre setting annually. Since its beginning, Civic has had five different homes. In 1915, it started at the Herron Art Institute before moving to the 240-seat Hedback Community Theatre in 1924. In 1973, Civic moved to the 645-seat Showalter Pavilion at IMA before relocating in 2004 to a 490-seat theatre at Marian University. Finally, Civic moved into the Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in 2011. The current theatre has 513 seats. Mainstage productions include everything from musicals to comedies to dramas with an average of 30,000 patrons annually. Education has also always been a strong component of Civic programming with education and outreach programs reaching over 20,000 people each year through classes, workshops, and educational performances for all age groups from toddlers through older adults. As someone who believes strongly in inclusive theatre (I was a drama minor in college myself), Civic does one of the better jobs in Central Indiana of addressing accessibility issues. They are known to offer sensory friendly performances, have offered audio-described performances (and have large print programs), and also offer accessible parking, accessible entrances, and accessible seating that can be reserved. They also offer shows with ASL and Assisted Listening. For those with disabilities, I recommend contacting Civic for more detailed information. I've seldom attended a show here without seeing other wheelchairs or individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. I've never been on-stage at Civic, but I have worked behind the scene in years past. Most recently, I've attended as both an audience member and media member. My experience has been that Civic leans toward more well known, fairly mainstream productions. For example, the 2022-23 season includes The Diary of Anne Frank, The Cat in the Hat, The Sound of Music, and Murder on the Orient Express. Jr. Civic is an amazing opportunity for the kids to get involved. Civic Theatre is definitely one of Central Indiana's longtime stage gems. With an outstanding group of professionals and volunteers, Civic offers consistently high quality performances and a great experience for theatergoers. Located in Carmel, it's an easy drive and a great entertainment in a beautiful setting.

My first experience was the Festival of Carols and it was magical! Loved every song that was sung…read more Everyone did a wonderful job and I much enjoyed that they were interactive with the audience. Looking forward to coming back next year!

I recently had the chance to check out the Carmel Symphony Orchestra during their annual holiday…read moreextravaganza that included special performances, the Indianapolis Ballet Conservatory, and a choir from Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis. The Carmel Symphony Orchestra is an 80-member fully professional Resident Orchestra of The Palladium at The Center for the Performing Arts. It was started in 1976 and Maestro David Commanday was just this week named their new conductor. It's scheduled to go through the 2024-2025 season minimally. The orchestra also holds the Young Artists Competition. The concert itself was exceptional. The orchestra sounded amazing and, of course, the Palladium is an excellent venue with tremendous acoustics and sound quality. The guest performances were beautifully coordinated, as well. The Carmel Symphony Orchestra is a non-profit organization and their various concerts reach about 50,000 people annually. In 2010, the symphony performed on Michael Feinstein's release "We Dreamed These Days" and has performed with quite a few greats throughout its existence and especially since establishing its relationship with the Center for the Performing Arts.

Absolutely something you should add to your list! My mom got tickets for my birthday. I love this…read morekind of thing so even though I've never been I was pretty sure I'd like it. It definitely exceeded my expectations. Instead of digital tickets, you just give your name to the host at the door at they'll lead you to your seats. Your server will then bring your drinks. Unsweetened tea, lemonade, and coffee are all complimentary but they have sodas and alcoholic drinks for sale. They also have dessert available for $7 as well. They can deliver the dessert during intermission which was perfect. Our server Maria was super friendly and on top of things. But all the servers and bussers were on top of it. We saw Cinderella and it was awesome. It was close to the original but a little modernized in the best way. There was plenty of crowd interaction and the actors were all fantastic. The props were cool but the costumes were even better. They also had a live band playing the music. Our seats were on the side of the stage and I wasn't sure we'd have a good view but the actors moved around the floor a lot and there was a tv on the side as well showing what was happening as well. I already bought tickets to another show and my family is looking forward to it.

Who would have thought you could get dinner theater like this in Indy! My husband and I love going…read moreto shows like this when we go out of town. Now we can do it right here in our city. We've talked about going for years and randomly pulled the trigger when our plans fell through for last week. Best decision we could have made. We saw signing in the rain and it was fantastic. Great vocals, acting, food, service, and environment. We sat in the mezzanine area which was farthest from the stage but AMAZING seats. AND we had our own private bathroom- felt like a celebrity! Check out their shows for the rest of the year listed below, there's some good ones! Singing in the Rain- now- May 23rd Cinderella- May 28th- July 12th The Play that Goes Wrong- July 16th- August 23rd Ring of Fire- August 27th-October 4th Cats- October 8th- November 22nd Holiday Inn- November 27th- January 3rd 2027 A Christmas Carol (1 hour show)- December 4th- 22nd

High caliber and powerful performances in an intimate setting. ATI is Carmel's professional theatre…read morecompany. The company focuses on musicals with an occasional play thrown in. Reliably good.

I just discovered Actors Theatre of Indiana and since I did, we've enjoyed a few shows by them! One…read moreof our favorites was a montage of different musicals that they changed the words to. Every few minutes, a different character would come on stage dressed as a character from a famous musical and do a spoof off of the song. So entertaining! They're also doing a murder mystery show soon and we want to get tickets for Sweeney Todd. Actors Theatre of Indiana is a small group that puts on quality shows, so definitely book one for a night of entertainment! They perform at the Center for Performing Arts (next to the Palladium in Carmel).

A very nice theater in the heart of Westfield. I had not even realized it was here until a friend…read moresuggested going here for a play. The seats are tiered so it appears that there isn't a bad seat in the house. We sat in row 2 toward the middle. Seats are very comfortable. The staff members here are very friendly and it is obvious they enjoy what they do. Concessions are available although there wasn't much variety on the night we were there. I recommend dining at one of the nearby restaurants before arriving. Parking is available in a lot behind the building. We will definitely be watching for upcoming plays.

Charming playhouse, easy to locate. Nice big stage with…read moretiered seating. Lots of interesting plays coming up Saw Class of Chaos performed by the Basile Westfield Playhouse Youth Advisory Council. These kids had 24 hours to learn the play and did a great job. My granddaughter Brooke was one of the 17 actors. Tickets are reasonably priced. Lots of parking

I've been to a show here twice and loved each experience. I recently got to try two dishes (sharing…read morewith my husband) - the filet and the Black Sea bass. The steak was my favorite and it was absolutely delicious. Tender meat accompanied by a bright raspberry sauce, comforting potatoes, and fresh broccolini. Our server offered to butterfly the steak so we could each get the cook temp we preferred- what a wonderful suggestion! My husband enjoyed both dishes, but I preferred the steak. The lentil base had great flavors and would be a good choice for people that like soft textures. The flourless chocolate cake was delightful too. I love the beautiful interior design of the room and the would recommend a show there to anyone for a special occasion.

I was recently here for a women's event. Parking was easy to get into without having to be…read more"outside" and cold. The area is dark with an intimate feel. Bar - bartenders were very friendly and drinks were tasty. Food - it was a sushi spread with a few desserts. Staff were not familiar with gluten free, which was a bit surprising with an upscale spot. Sushi and dessert eaten were delightful though. Sound/setup - you could hear presenters from any area with no problem. Con - since this was for an event, there was quite a bit of standing around for networking at the start of the event. The area is not conducive to this type of interaction.