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    The Center for the Performing Arts

    4.4 (82 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Alissa J.

    This was my first visit and experience at the Palladium. I came to see my friend perform in the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir for the Festival of Carols. The staff made the check in progress and seat location super easy. Our seats were comfortable and we had a great view of the stage. The choir and orchestra put on an entertaining & enjoyable performance! The audio of the performance was clear and engaging.

    Joseph D.

    We went there to see a show, which was absolutely fantastic. The acoustics were perfect. My only complaint was that there was a visual aspect to the show and seated where we were along the sides. You can only see about 40% of the video screen because of some equipment hanging from the ceiling. Even with that said, I would definitely go back here.

    Vitamin String Quartet (view from the last row)
    Christina B.

    Wow. I had no idea what to expect but I was blown away. The theater is beautiful on the inside. I thought my seat in the back row would be terrible, but I still had a great view of the stage. My ticket was only $15 so I thought it was an incredible value. Plus, self parking is free. The volunteer ushers were so nice and I loved that the President applauded the volunteers during his opening. The show (Vitamin String Quartet) was amazing and the ease of parking, getting inside, and even getting concessions during intermission made everything just that much better.

    Ashley D.

    I went to the Brian McKnight concert on Friday night September 26th in Carmel, Indiana. It was a beautiful Friday night, great location for Carmel, and very beautiful Performing Arts Center Carmel downtown. I did have a hard time finding parking so I decided to pay for valet parking instead, the valet parking price went up that day from $15 to $20. Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts had a lot of volunteers helping out, all the staff there were so helpful, took people to their seats, and the Performing Arts Center have plenty of seats especially upper level balcony levels. Brian McKnight told the crowd last time he came to Indiana was back in 1991 when he first came out. At, 56 years old he still can sing, I knew some of his songs, the lighting and sound crew did an amazing job at the concert. I didn't have food there only a bottle water and a pink Cosmo that wasn't bad, the Performing Arts Center doesn't sell food there. However, I was allowed to bring my alcohol drink inside the concert center. The women's restroom is very spacious, love the mirrors everywhere, and more importantly the women's restroom was very clean. The Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts does host a lot of performances there, and I can't wait to explore more concerts there.

    a man on stage
    Fatima G.

    I visited Tarkington which is 500-seat theater with used primarily for drama, musicals, dance, lectures and presentations. Tarkington is located in the same building as the Studio Theater, across Carter Green from the Palladium and has wonderful service. I enjoyed the show, my time and everyone who made our evening fabulous. If you appreciate art this is definitely the place for you!

    Grace Potter at the Palladium
    Richard P.

    True story: I largely learned how to ruin a business relationship thanks to The Center for the Performing Arts, a Carmel, Indiana performing arts center comprised of the 1,600 seat Palladium, 500 seat Tarkington Proscenium Theatre, and the 200 seat black-box Studio Theatre. It happened not long after The Center had opened. I had been offered the chance to appear at a writer's event alongside other Indiana writers. I decided it was a great opportunity to review the venue (mistake #1). I did let some folks know from the facility, especially because I knew accessibility was a huge concern of mine and always a focus in reviews. I didn't think about letting the event organizer know I planned to review the facility (mistake #2) because, at my worst, I'm typically known as a kinder/gentler reviewer. I arrive early. I check out the venue. As nearly everyone notes, it's a beautiful facility with kind employees and volunteers along with excellent acoustics. I had a few accessibility concerns, though I could tell this had been a strong consideration. The event itself went incredibly well and I was honestly surprised how accessible the actual stage was within the Palladium. I write the review after the event (mistake #3). The Center seemed fine with it, though did address some of my accessibility concerns. The event organizer? Ick. Not so happy. Long story not so short. I ended up deleting the review and, of course, apologizing to the event organizer. While we made amends, it's probably not surprising we would not work together again. Ugh. Now then, I've had a couple occasions to return to The Center including a recent Grace Potter concert along with multiple events at The Tarkington (which is also home to Civic Theatre). As I've learned the rhythm of the facilities and figured out some of the puzzles that presented on that first visit, I must admit that while I still think The Center has some accessibility concerns it has, in fact, grown on me and because I've figured out how to access it I find it to be a much more pleasurable experience. So, yes, I'm finally re-writing my review of The Center. I'm actually upping my rating a star. I'm also not going to delete it. It's important to note that The Center for the Performing Arts is a non-profit organization. You can subscribe to its season, rent its facilities, and you are right next to a variety of excellent restaurants along with the top-notch Hotel Carmichael. Parking is generally free, a rarity at performance venues these days, and there are some valet parking options (not free). Accessible parking is located in the parking garages and along Carter Green. An interesting note - you can NOT back into parking spaces. This is a Carmel regulation and it is enforced. In all likelihood, you will be ticketed. Accessibility features are available on The Center's website. They are pretty solid, though I've always found them a bit weak in terms of entry and parking. Wheelchair accessible seating is located in various sections of the venues. Aisle seats with moveable armrests to accommodate transfers are also available throughout the Palladium and the Tarkington. The Center is home to Great American Songbook Foundation (Michael Feinstein), Civic Theatre, Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre, Carmel Symphony Orchestra, Central Indiana Dance Ensemble, Actors Theatre of Indiana, and Indiana Wind Symphony. While I'm still not willing to fork over that 5th star, I must admit that The Center has endeared itself to me with a devotion to accessibility, a diverse array of events and performances, and a team of employees and volunteers who consistently go out of the way to make the night special. A longtime vision of soon to be outgoing Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard, The Center has become an essential presence for performing arts in Central Indiana and one of those venues where the first time you enter it you look around and go "Wow." This is my review. This time, I'm sticking to it.

    Abilene POV Box: H
    Ayla N.

    Experienced the unconventional artistry of Abilene, for the first time; it was inspirational! The way they marry classical with modern elegance, and extend their sound beyond limits(with a looping technique)... left me at times, as previous reviews stated, spellbound and entranced. 100% Recommend

    a concert hall
    Mike F.

    Carmel has changed, and I mean really changed. Gone are the days of only cookie cutter homes and sleepy strip malls. It has become a vibrant place - a place far estranged from its philistine reputation of decades past. The Center of Performing Arts ("The Palladium") is paradise for all who enjoy live music or theater. When I first saw the Palladium, I was reminded of the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. It's grand. The interior is equally as impressive. The attention to detail is evident in every corner, and I love the meticulously crafted woodwork. The Palladium truly embodies the grandeur of a European concert hall. I recently visited the Palladium for two entirely different performances: The Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine, and Floyd Nation, a Pink Floyd cover band. One of the most impressive aspects of The Palladium is its impeccable acoustics. The moment the performances began, I was completely engrossed in the rich, vibrant sound that filled the hall. Every note, every instrument, and every voice resonated beautifully, allowing for a truly immersive and unforgettable musical experience. Whether you're attending a symphony or a rock concert, the Palladium ensures that every artist's talent is showcased to its fullest extent. Seating is comfortable, and I felt I had plenty of space. Limited concessions are available at exorbitant prices. Visiting the Palladium is a wonderful experience, and I highly recommend it!

    Niki B.

    SUCH a beautiful venue! We came to a jazz Christmas concert and the venue added to the special-holiday vibes we were already feeling. My husband is big into music production and sound, and was really impressed by the sound quality inside as well. We also came for the New Years evening party and it was a blast. We loved that it was crowded, but not packed, so you could comfortably walk around and dance in all of the rooms without being crazy sweaty or knocking anything over. Such a great time. I sometimes get confused by the different levels (bathrooms downstairs), but enjoy the venue, so I'll take the learning curve.

    Annette B.

    Very clean and lovely facility. You can tell that it's kept in excellent condition and that the presentation of the physical space is important to the staff. They have a decent lineup of shows throughout the year. My only qualm is with the box office staff. The doors to the space are usually kept locked unless you have an appointment with someone who is elsewhere in the building. When I told the box office staff that I had an appointment with an individual at the songbook gallery, they stared at me like I had three heads. Not sure if they were unaware of the gallery or just out of it that day, but what a bizarre way to deal with a guest. They need a refresher on how to handle visitors and redirecting them. Their process right now is very inefficient.

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    I was invited here for a concert. It was on a Wednesday evening that I had attended the concert…read morehere. Parking was easy to find but of course you had to pay for it due to being out in broad ripple. I ended up paying for a meter parking which was not too bad at all. Once I walked to the vogue they had security there to check and make sure no one was bringing in any items they shouldn't. It was great that security is there. The security was friendly. After walking into building the space was very big. There were a lot of people in there but everyone was spread out. I love how they had an ADA section for people. There was a bar which the prices were your typical prices for drinks. Overall the experience for the concert was good.

    The Vogue will always hold a special place in my heart. My first concert at this venue was a doozy…read morefor me: Aimee Mann! She was being her funny and skinny and calm self, playing some of her songs from her Lost in Space album, which, at this point, is like an appendage of my body in musical form. Her album is a part of me. The Vogue is a small venue, but not extremely so. There is balcony seating, and a bar in the balcony, but you need to pay extra for this area. General admission is downstairs, and it's standing-room only. I know on the website it says that a general admission ticket grants you access to the upstairs, but when I went up there, I was immediately told that the tables were for people who paid extra. I considered paying the extra however-much-it-costs so I could sit down, but I decided to thug it out and found a corner downstairs, on the side by the stairs, to post up. Even though I was standing to the side, I still had a great view! I've seen Aimee Mann in concert one other time (she played at Royce Hall in Los Angeles with Rufus Wainwright, a long time ago), but I had never been this close to her. It was an amazing experience. There's a big bar downstairs, and they were super quick to get me my plastic cup of Moscow mule. FYI: This is not the place to get wine! They have a couple of cans of wine, but nothing in a bottle. They mostly have beer and mixed drinks. Before the concert, I was looking at all of the photos lining the walls of the bands and musicians who have played at The Vogue. It's impressive! This music venue has a long history. Lots of people have played at this humble place in Broad Ripple, which is pretty cool.

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    Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael

    3.7
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    0.1 mi

    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.

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