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    The Woodward Theater

    4.1 (43 reviews)
    ModerateMusic Venues
    Closed 9:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Sonam P.

    I love the small theater feels here and the types Of shows they have. Just recently got to see Passion Productions show "Like, Whatever". What a fun and amazing show! So much talent and the crowd and performers were all so friendly and welcoming. This show was about aerial performances. It focused on 90s music and we had a lovely host Jessica Darker since its PRIDE month. I've seen Jessica in drag shows at Below Zero before and she's always a great MC. Taft's always plays some great shows that are different than your typical broadway or large production shows. The theater looks great after the renovation and is all hardwood inside. They also have a bar inside and sometimes they bring in vendors that sell things before the shows. I definitely think it's work checking out the calendar at Woodward to find something you may enjoy.

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    Leah A.

    This place was located OTR, parking is challenging specially if you're not familiar with the area like me. Once we found parking, it was a very easy walk to the theater. The theater seemed well maintained as far as I can observe, there's plenty of space to accommodate guests and vendors, and also a bar for drinks. The bathroom upstairs was clean. The show was interesting- my first time to watch aerial dancing and pole dancing, and other acts such as burlesque show.

    Nicole D.

    What the Woodward Theater lacks in modern day tech, it easily makes up for in character and ambiance. While smaller than most, even a full event had plenty of room to walk around and move. The bar was spectacular, serving local favorites and even some rarer beers. The entire staff was very personable, and from I could tell, they tried to treat everyone as a VIP customer regardless of what was paid.

    Michelle D.

    Last night was my first time at Woodward Theater and we had a great time. It's a small, intimate venue in an old, historic theater. The bar prices are reasonable and the bathrooms are clean. I was there for the 'Like, Whatever' 90's show, put on by Passion Production Cincy. It was an entertaining show, for sure! Great show, nice crowd, awesome music. It was a really fun evening! I look forward to catching more performances in this theater.

    Luke P.

    The Woodward is much like a smaller Bogart's but with cheaper, local beer (normal bar pricing) and a larger beer selection. It definitely needs a second bar area, though; wait times get long when the place is full. It's an ideal general admission music venue with excellent acoustics, a spacious dance floor, and easily accessible bathrooms. The upstairs viewing area is ideal for those wanting to stay out of the fray. I recommend seeing a show here!

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    Michael M.

    Had an amazing time at Woodward theater last night. I love these smaller style theaters... You get to be close to the performance and you feel like you're part of the show. Bar service is great and everyone working there was super nice. I was here last night for the Passion Production Cincy show called "Like, Whatever". The show was great and it was a perfect fit for this theater. Loved it!

    STRFKR - great lighting and sound
    Jessi C.

    The Woodward Theater is a great place to catch a show! I think out of all the small music venues I've been to in town, this one is definitely my favorite. I came here last night for a STRFKR show (they were fantastic live, btw, you should really go see them). As soon as you walked in, the ticket scanning process was fairly fast (faster than other venues I've been to) and they had an area to put your coat for free if you were fine with leaving your coat unattended (this is a nice option if you wouldn't mind losing your jacket, but I would love a coat check). The bar on the left was large and there were 3 bartenders working, so there weren't that many lines. There was also another bar upstairs in the mezzanine. The view from the first floor is good, even though I'm only 5'4", and I think that's because this venue is pretty small...Much smaller than Bogart's for example. Even from the back I could still see the stage. Upstairs I could see great too, but I wanted to be down on the floor where the action/dancing was. The sound throughout the whole theater was top notch, really great sound and stage lighting people here. The show was all ages, which I didn't necessarily love...I would prefer 21+ because there were some rowdy teenagers in the crowd (I'm also 28 going on 45 so maybe take that with a grain of salt). There was a lot of crowd surfing going on, and at least 3 people were able to make it on to the stage to dance with the band. The band took it in stride, but the reason I'm knocking a star from The Woodward is their security really should have stepped in. If I were at any other respectable venue there would have been huge bouncers ready to pounce if anyone got that close to the band. There was one lonely rent-a-cop sitting on a stool in the back, and he didn't budge throughout the whole show, so I just got the feeling the staff couldn't be bothered to contain the crowd. Overall, a beautiful historic music venue with great sound. I would definitely come back.

    Stevie at Witchy Circus
    Stevie D.

    Small theater with balcony seating in historic building on Main before Orchard near Central Parkway. Bar has pretty decent selection of beer, bourbon, vodka and trends like White Claw. Long lines during intermission mean you should get a beer or liquor and one mixer (juice or soda) and perhaps make it a double! Seats are folding chairs and VIP are a few small tables and chairs below stage. We came to see Passion Production's Night Circus. This was a burlesque-themed aerial and pole dancing troupe. The theatrics and dedication to each character sets these ladies apart from other women's aerial and burlesque groups. It was AMAZING theatre! Black Magic Woman was a crowd fave and included 3 women with one as the clear head of the coven. Another had an Egyptian theme. There was a dream sequence and a woman being controlled by her man's Voodoo doll. So many cool performances and human body tricks galore! 5 stars for PP. 3 stars for WT. The space is great but I would like to see them do something a bit more formal with the space. Also the bar situation is similar to a concert. At the Witchy Circus, they also sold jewelry, soaps, candles, incense, t-shirts, beer coozies and had 2 tarot readers. Perfect size space for this type of show. I really hope they do 2 shows next year, this was one you do not want to miss!!

    Opening night Open House
    Roth M.

    Dan McCabe has an amazing place on his hands here, and I think everyone knows it. Downstairs has like 425 capacity, upstairs, like 150-ish. Great size for bands that are upcoming/on their way! Another way OTR is ready to kick some ass! Thanks, Dan!

    Paulina T.

    Very intimate ambiance, as you get to see the band play from either the ground floor or the second floor. Bartenders make your drink pretty strong, which is a huge plus. The first time experience summed up to be pretty awesome! I was reluctant because the concert before this one got canceled (Oh Wonder Concert) a couple of hours after buying my tickets. Service fees and the choice for email or mobile ticket fee weren't given back. So it was a tough start already. Overall, I would return... with the reluctant decisions hanging over my head every time if the concert gets canceled. I am not sure if it happens often with this venue. But, I will definitely update again if it does. I mean how can it happen to me twice? Hopefully optimism wins this time.

    The Woodward Theater, spring 2016. Modern Aquatic opening for MULTIMAGIC!

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    Nice place to see a show. Small venue and up close with the band. Will be back if more 90s indie comes this way!

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