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Orpheum Theatre
910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, United States
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Pa
Review №1

Ive seen many performances and loved every single one. Outstanding venue!

Sh
Review №2

Ive been here a few times an loved it, the culture you can feel in the walls and the the stage, even the lighting fixtures. The first show I sat on the balcony and yes, its for people with no legs, or little to none leg room, but it kept you sitting upright and watching the show. The second time I sat on the lower level which I prefer, The show this time wasnt going to fit on stage as I thought and its bigger then your eyes can show you. It felt really climatic sitting closer to the stage.

pr
Review №3

I purchased tickets to Frozen for myself and my 3 kids as a Christmas gift. The event was canceled due to the Covid-19. I eventually received my refund several weeks after the scheduled event had finally been officially canceled. I went to purchase new tickets for the rescheduled shows and the ticket prices have jumped up at least $53 per ticket for the exact same seats. So now instead of $275 to take my kids to this show itll be $524 (nearly 100% mark-up). As a single dad this just priced me right out of being able to take them now.

No
Review №4

Classic building and beautiful interior. There really isnt a bad seat in the house. I visited the Orpheum to see Hamilton in September. We were seated on the floor near the back and it was still excellent. Obviously it would have been nice to be seated near the front, but the sound and experience was still excellent. Great venue!

Br
Review №5

The 90s Kickback with Dru Hill originally scheduled Mar. 21 was moved to June 4, now to Aug. 1. I called Ticketmaster, and it says the rescheduled event is still on. If they actually have it Aug. 1, I will give Orpheum 5 stars. I have 4 tickets.

jo
Review №6

I recently came to watch fiddler on the roof at the Orpheum Theatre! i had a great experience. not only was the play amazing but staff and venue was fantastic. the only issue i noticed was i sometimes could hear the outside from my seat but it wasn’t that distracting. all in all, i had a great time at the Orpheum and will have to come back to see more shows!!

Ch
Review №7

Overall my Orpheum experience was enjoyable. We saw My Fair Lady, a time worn musical that still grabs at your heart strings just a little. The interesting part was viewing it with modern day awareness. Professor Higgins was such a jerk! It was nearly a 3 hour performance and for the first time I became uncomfortable in my seat. We were seated MF row AA. That was farther back than I have previously sat, and my knees were not so happy with the tight quarters. Not sure if there is any difference in row spacing closer to the stage. It is possible I’ve gotten older and my knees more fussy. Maybe it was the length of the play. But I would highly recommend an aisle seat if you go with a tall person or anyone with knee issues. There is no room to stretch. With awareness, the theatre can still be a lovely night out.

Al
Review №8

I watched Phantom of the Opera for a school trip at this theater. High-Quality props and an amazing show! Comfortable seating, etc. 5/5 stars ANY day of the week!

il
Review №9

Beautiful place we enjoyed Jesus Christ Super Star very much. It did seem to go very fast, they could have slow down a bit. There was also no break at all. Some of the voices were not strong enough (good) the the music. But still enjoyed the show and parking was just across the street.

Je
Review №10

Beautiful theatre! Highly recommended. This historic theatre is impressive and very worth the visit. We saw The Book of Mormon and it was absolutely hilarious! The theatre gets very full. The seats are a bit small for leg room and comfort, but are plenty sufficient for a 3 hour production. Unfortunately, the lower level seats arent sloped sufficiently. I was behind an 8 foot giant who kept moving his head back and forth. It made for a frustrating experience.

Sa
Review №11

Saw the production of The Phantom of the Opera and it was amazing. The theater is great. Nice seats, large bathrooms. Overall very nice experience

Pa
Review №12

Weve seen numerous performances here, my favorite being Waitress, mainly because Sara Bareilles knows how to write a catchy song. The venue itself is exceptional and being downtown allows for fantastic dining options before or after the show. Frankly, all the Hennepin Theatre Trust venues are outstanding... take your pick

Ca
Review №13

Such a beautiful place to enjoy yourself and have a good time, great atmosphere!

Jo
Review №14

Absolutely loved it! It seemed pricey before actually going but getting to see all the intricacies of the stage and the amazing actors and actresses they employ it was worth every penny! It is cramped though so if you are claustrophobic be aware of that.

Hi
Review №15

Beautiful historic theater in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. A great view from any seat!

Pe
Review №16

Had a great time at the show that I attended here. The facility is nice and most things ran smoothly--I was impressed at the speed of the ticket line. This place suffers from the common issue of too few bathrooms at intermission, the lines were over 50 people long for the womens and over 30 for the mens restrooms during the entire break, with many people including myself simply giving up.

Ra
Review №17

Venue was easy to get to with parking lot across the street. My only complaint is the box level seating has more obstructed view than expected. There was an entire scene in Charlie & the Chocolate Factory where 4 of the actors in a bed could not be viewed whatsoever from the left side of the stage. Other times it was limited but not for an entire scene. I felt like they couldve moved the set and characters further in to center stage so viewing wasnt limited. I would go to Orpheum again but not sit in the box seating areas.

Bl
Review №18

We wife and I came here for our anniversary and saw Tony Bennet perform at the Orpheum. The building is gorgeous inside! We sat in the balcony of the theatre and thoroughly enjoyed Tonys performance. The room has great acoustics and my only complaint is that the seats are pretty tight.

Ow
Review №19

Saw The Band’s Visit here recently. Amazing show, seating in the back is fine but nothing special. Little hard to see dark scenes. Theatre as a whole is amazing and a wonderful experience.

Pa
Review №20

I went to see My Fair Lady and the performance was amazing and all volunteers were pleasant! Only downside was it was a little chilly and the seats are small but not a huge deal as I covered up with my jacket and ordered a hot coffee!

Ja
Review №21

Very spacious. The seats are comfortable and are well spaced from one another. It is a beautiful, historic theater.

Ja
Review №22

Don’t judge this place by its age! It’s been around since the 1900’s and is amazing with its fascinating inside with great designs. I have lived here for almost all of my life and came here for maybe the 3rd time for a show. I came here a while back when Chris Rock was here and he was amazing. Celebs preform shows here, plays are preformed, classic movies and playing like Kings of Leon, Lion King and many more are preformed here. Now I won’t lie, it gets packed and crowded when there’s anything here as it’s conveniently located off Hennepin where everything is based like all the best eats, drinks and clubs. It’s funny because from the outside it doesn’t look new, but you go in and it’s like historic designs get you drawn in. Come see a show or play here and you’ll thank me later. I brought my parents here and they got mad at me for not being them here before, sorry peeps! This theatre will amaze you and keep you coming back, I promise. Thank you Orpheum for the great services and hospitality!

Ae
Review №23

Great experience. The kids LOVED it so much.The prices were SO expensive for the merchandise and they dont sell food. Only select candy at the BAR. 20$ for a beanie baby sized teddy bear? Seriously? Smh

Je
Review №24

The Phantom of the Opera was AMAZING. The cast was outstanding, the sets were incredible, the music was on point, and the pyrotechnics were just great. Just an awesome performance across the board. They also had staff organizing traffic in the bathroom during intermission, which was SO helpful. So highly recommended!! The only complaint I have is that the seats were small and not super comfortable, but... oh well?

Mi
Review №25

We were here to see Conan & Friends and this Theater is amazing. The staff were wonderful and helpfull from start to finish. Great show was added to by great venue and we will definitely be back for another show.

De
Review №26

Beautiful theatre. Seating is a bit tight if youre tall like me, but the acoustics and overall experience certainly make up for it

Mi
Review №27

A beautiful theater very nicely restored and well managed. Bathrooms are limited so get there early enough to take care of business. As expected floor seats are better than mezzanine, but its hard to find a bad seat in this place. They did add metal detectors at the entrances so be ready for that coming in. The mezzanine seats are a little bit small and leg room is limited.

Er
Review №28

We saw Dear Evan Hansen, the show was phenomenal, our orchestra pit seats were an amazing experience the only downside to our visit is the restroom line. We waited in the restroom line the whole intermission and barely made it back to our seats on time for the second half of the show.

Jo
Review №29

A beautiful venue, if a little cramped on the upper level. Ive seen My Fair Lady here and plan to come back and see Anastasia at the end of March. Be aware that there are paid parking options nearby, my personal preference being the bus terminal parking ramp one block over.

Ba
Review №30

Was in Minneapolis to see Hamilton. This theatre is amazing with the old world architecture look. The stage was spectacular! Balcony seats were great. Many stairs but easy to navigate around.

Sr
Review №31

Saw Final Fantasy concert here and it was amazing! Huge venue in art deco decor. Beautiful

Gr
Review №32

Always a great experience! Highly recommend seeing a show here!

No
Review №33

Very pretty old venue! Great staff! Wonderful selection of shows to see! Really enjoyed My Fair Lady!

Li
Review №34

Beautiful theater...old and original which leads to a womens bathroom issue. Unbelievable lines at intermission. Plan your liquid consumption wisely!

Ni
Review №35

We experienced Rent. This is one of my favorites. There is something about seeing it live in a historic building that makes it that much better.

Ke
Review №36

The building is beautiful! We saw the Phantom of the Opera and it was a wonderful performance. The lobby area is a bit tight when the theatre is full, and seats in the upper level are a little bit crammed, but my family and I enjoyed the theatre and show regardless !

Ca
Review №37

The theater is gorgeous and the ushers are so nice, especially the gentleman who was working in the balcony on Friday March 6. Every play I have seen there has been amazing.

Ju
Review №38

Enjoyed The bands visit for my first time being to the orpheum theatre and I was not disappointed. Opted for seats on the lower half towards the back l, the view was still great and able to enjoy the entire play. There were points where it was difficult to hear some lines but that wasnt a damper on the overall experience. Nice atmosphere.

Br
Review №39

The Orpheum is a wonderful experience every time. The historic architecture is so well preserved and meshes with the updated technology that you are in wonder of every wall, artwork, carvings and ornate details of the building! With a bar available and decent drink prices your night at the theater is not ruined by emptying the bank account on one beverage. The staff is friendly and helps to ensure you have a wonderful, classy time. Ive seen numerous plays at the Orpheum and the building, the staff, and the shows they select to play there NEVER disappoints. (Picture from Dec 2018, Les Miserables)

Ma
Review №40

Very high quality theater in the Minneapolis area. They produce really good shows. I just saw Phantom of the Opera last week and it was really good! Casts are amazing as well seats.

La
Review №41

The seating is horrible You are extremely too close to the person next to you and the seats in front of you is literally right up on your knees when you sit down I had to keep adjusting myself throughout the whole show its extremely uncomfortable they should not even charge your prices they charge for shows there It literally felt like I was in the $2 theater. My knees still hurt from how uncomfortable it was sitting in that theater.

Ch
Review №42

Orpheum Theatre is the tops, not a bad seat in house. Strong professional performance of Jesus Christ Superstar was electrifying. Ticket prices are excellent and the atmosphere is welcoming. Get there if havent been yet.

Xa
Review №43

This place is amazing, I went to see black violin (you should check them out) on my birthday, I also went to the Martin Luther King Jr show.

As
Review №44

I took my son to Hamilton and it was incredible. I can’t believe how gorgeous the theater is. Obviously the show was the most astounding part. I can’t wait to go back to see Hamilton again!

Di
Review №45

Theater is nice but the chairs are super small and close together....they aren’t comfortable at all. Bathroom lines were extremely long during intermission.

Ro
Review №46

Outstanding Show and facility! Saw Fiddler on the Roof. Great cast, great music, incredible venue. Took my elderly mother who can not walk well. Ushers helped wonderfully.

Ha
Review №47

A beautiful theater, Ive gone many times before. Even in the balcony seats I was able to see everything!

Te
Review №48

Smaller venue that attracts some big Broadway events in Minneapolis. Many amenities and well used space make it an enjoyable place where we went for the Phantom of the Opera. For a stage its size, it was a wonderful performance with a full house in attendance.

Do
Review №49

1st time in balcony. Loved it!

Ma
Review №50

Their plays and their actors are some of the best! Only comment I would have is that we need .ore leg room

Je
Review №51

Beautiful auditorium for The Phantom of the Opera though we were in the nose bleed area, we still had a great view for the show...though when they say limited leg room they were not kidding and Im only 58!

Ko
Review №52

Awesome concert...terrible ushers who didnt really manage the crowd. This was our first time seeing Frankie Beverly and Maze in concert and we were looking forward to a good time. Instead, we were met by staff who wouldnt offer assistance to disabled or elderly patrons which resulted in many concert attendees missing the performances. It was quite an ordeal trying to locate our seats once we made it in the door. We sat down and tried to make the most of our experience. But, the ushers returned to inform us that we were in someone elses seat. Lo and behold, we were actually in our correct seats...the late comers actually had seats across the room. Go figure. Anyway, we sat back down and enjoyed the final 28 minutes of the concert...

To
Review №53

My Fair Lady was Spectacular! A full house. Definitely will visit again.

Jo
Review №54

An amazing place for a show. sound quality is great I dont think there is a bad seat in the house.

Ti
Review №55

Saw Les Mis. The theater is a beautiful backdrop for this great performance. Easy parking. Building recently restored. The chandelier in the theater was incredible. Street performers kept us entertained while waiting to get in. The crowd was excited to see the show. The atmosphere is sophisticated but laid back. Thanks for a great night.

Sh
Review №56

Beautiful Theater / Staff very helpful and Pleasant...will attend moreTHE CAST OF MY FAIR LADY WERE THE BEST! WE ENJOYED THE SHOW, AS MUCH AS WE DID THE MOVIE.

Be
Review №57

Awesome Place! Always amazed with the performances here. The staff and bar tenders are nice and helpful!

Mo
Review №58

Beautiful interior and exterior and amazing actors

Ry
Review №59

Show was fantastic but for the love of all that is holy they need some new seating in that place. Im 66 and after sitting in a balcony seat through all 2 hours and 45 minutes of Rent... Well, lets just say I havent been able to find my left kneecap in 72 hours.

Pe
Review №60

We loved it!! Piano guys concert, great acoustics, Comfy chairs, beautiful venue!

le
Review №61

Really like this venue for productions. Leeway is given for specialization so the atmosphere that is needed can be created. So impressed.

Le
Review №62

Nice. It was my first time. I liked the fact that you could get drinks before, during intermission and after the show. I just feel like something is missing. But the show I saw was fabulous!! Ill be back!

Ab
Review №63

My daughter and I have gone to Mean Girls and Phantom of the Opera at this theater this year. When ordering tickets I wish it showed what the view is. We were not in the best spot to fully enjoy POTO and the chandelier. The line to get in before the show was PACKED. A LOT of construction around the area right now. East parking in building right across the street though.

TJ
Review №64

Saw Phantom of the Opera, Nov. 2019. Great theater with a lot of character. The theater bans firearms and has metal detectors. We sat in the second level where the seats were small and cramped. 4 stars, missing one star due to the lack of freedom.

M
Review №65

Very nice old theater to see a concert. The acoustics are amazing!

Er
Review №66

Love the variety of shows they host. My most recent visit was for Madeas Farewell Tour.

cr
Review №67

A beautiful place, and the performance was breath taking and a wonderful experience! The building itself was pretty, the walls and ceiling looked marvelous.

Pl
Review №68

Amazing jewel of Minneapolis! Great productions, great architecture, and a wonderful spot downtown. Splurge and treat yourself to a show with a loved one.

Br
Review №69

I been to a couple plays now, Beauty and the beast and Book of Mormon. I promise you this is an amazing venue. But you get what you pay for, for seats. Lower level has way better leg room then up top and my thighs start to cramp after the intermission, but being up top doesnt kill my pocket book. Other then that the whole ambiance is just beautiful to look at while you wait for the show to begin. I will be definitely coming back for more in the future.

Je
Review №70

Employees are very nice. This place is beautiful. Great concert venue.

St
Review №71

What a wonderful theater. Intimate and spacious; lovely and ornate; with good acoustics and sight lines. We have seen numerous musicals and concerts here and most recently we saw Hamilton.8/30/2019 update.We just attended the Mark Knopfler concert. Great show for sure made even better by this wonderful venue.

Ma
Review №72

Went to see the National Geographic Symphony for our World performance. The show was excellent but the theatre left a little to be desired. The theatre is beautiful and overall is a very striking venue. However, we were seated in the balcony and the amount of space available left something to be desired. Granted, I am 61 so Im working with a lot of leg but it is uncomfortable to be required to sit sideways given the less desireable alternative of planting your knees into the back of the head of the person seated in front of you. Additionally, the screen was partially cut off which was disappointing. The staff was wonderful and very helpful but the bar prices are a bit steep...$6 for a bottle of water was a bit much. That being said, we did have a great time and will be back for other performances that might catch our eye.

He
Review №73

A great theatre with a terrific lineup. There are no ”bad seats” since it is a smaller venue.

Da
Review №74

With the construction it can be challenging to get here plan ahead for driving and parking and youll be ok the theater itself is great small enough so you dont have a major crowd to deal with and it is easy enough to find and get to your seats and even though we were In row v it still seems close

Va
Review №75

Went and saw Charlie and the Chocolate Factory it was a good show and the theater was cool

To
Review №76

A beautiful, grand old theater restored to its original glory from the 1920s. A grand space for Broadway shows! Connected to the skyway system and many nearby parking options.

Ke
Review №77

We saw Rock of Ages here over the weekend and enjoyed it, but it was really hard to hear the spoken dialogue from the top section. The wait for the womens bathroom was very very long, but the bathroom attendant was helpful and hilarious (rush and flush ladies!). Its a classic old theatre and the seats feel cramped, but thats to be expected. Theyre also very strict about photography of the stage. All in all we had fun.

Ki
Review №78

Beautiful theatre. Leg room is tight but seats are comfortable. Decent sightlines from all rows.

An
Review №79

Beautiful theater just a happy place to be

Li
Review №80

Went to see Phantom of the Opera there tonight. It was Awesome! Beautiful Building! Great view and sound!

Ja
Review №81

Beautiful theatre with fantastic lobby, bar, and atmosphere. Nothing quite like feeing as if Gerard Butler is going to jump down from the ceiling at any moment and sing at you before rushing off to save The President again.

Me
Review №82

Wonderful old building. We are fortunate to have been able to visit before the nasty virus started. We will be back!

Al
Review №83

Went to see The Bodyguard. The show itself was very good. The theater is a classic and as such its design (chandelier and artwork) are very nice. The one issue I had was leg space while seating (not enough and tight).

da
Review №84

Orpheus is always excellent! Great view, great acoustics. Best stage venue.

Em
Review №85

I enjoyed every second of the plays I have watched here they do an amazing job when it comes to the costumes the art the acting as well as the special effects. The staff are incredibly nice. Getting in and out you dont have to wait 20+minutes thats including if you want to buy something before you leave. They close all the bars for getting something to drink after the plays so be sure to get something before or during half time. I appreciate the talent and hard work that goes into making such an amazing experience. They also have an area where you can pay to have your coat hanged they keep their security uptight when it comes to someones belongings so you dont have to worry about people stealing anything!

Da
Review №86

Beautiful theater and surprisingly spacious and comfy seats for a historical theater.

Ad
Review №87

The theater is beautiful, and the productions there are amazing. Just went to see Mean Girls, and it was fantastic. Only downside is how crowded it feels. The seats are small and very close together. Also, the tickets are incredibly expensive for the size of the theater. I saw twice as many shows in London for half the price. Unfortunately, theyre the only game in town for Broadway traveling shows, so you just have to pony up. My recommendation to the Orpheum management is to update the seating arrangements with some of that extra dough youre hauling in.

Ni
Review №88

Love this theatre. Seats are nice and wide.

Mi
Review №89

Its a great venue, even our cheap seats had a good view. The only complaint is the seating is tight for these modern American thighs.

Ke
Review №90

Beautiful theater in downtown Minneapolis. Seating good. Always plenty of good concerts and touring shows and musicals!

G.
Review №91

An intimate experience in a classic tread-the-boards setting. As usual in this style, the center seats have the best sound and sight lines. But even watching from far stage left 10 rows in was still an excellent way to enjoy Broadway talent! Easily accessible handicapped restroom a bonus.

Ka
Review №92

I had an issue with my tickets. Great people here helped me and my group. Thank you Angela. Made my birthday awesome! Rent is AMAZING!

St
Review №93

Very small seats. Elbows thighs touching. Staff was helpful and friendly

Be
Review №94

Iconic building with beautiful detail and rich with history! Friendly staff with drinks and snacks available. Would recommend purchasing a parking pass at Lasalle plaza garage with you visit if possible!

Ch
Review №95

What a beautiful theater This was my first experience seeing a broadway play, outside of NYC and wow, I was impressed. Luckily there are two bathrooms in the theater, but in 15mins many women were not able to get back after using the bathroom during intermission. Apparently this is a common issue here.A suggestion to the theater - there is a woman directing bathroom traffic in the second floor ladies room, who I would like to ask to reassess her way of working. There are 8 stalls, two directly next to the winding line of ladies and six more a few feet further down. Why would you have a continuous amount of ladies lining up for the last six stalls and when the first two open up, whoever is standing in front of them gets to use them? Very confusing, ineffective and inefficient...aka Waste of time and a bit frustrating. I personally believe I only made it to my seat after intermission, because I refused to move to the further line. I was literally in and out, of the stall (stall 1) before 5 of the further 6 stalls had turned over. Needless to say those other ladies who were there before me were extremely upset when I left the ladies room before them.Regardless of the odd bathroom line, the other staff were great and super friendly and the theater and seats were a decent size. Its always tight in auditorium seats but I felt like these had a couple more inches of space.

Ba
Review №96

Beautiful old theater with great performances.

Ro
Review №97

Seen The Phantom of the Opera. Very nice OLD theatre! Nicely done performance!

An
Review №98

Beautiful theater but the lobby and concessions could use some work. Typically houses the tip traveling shows.

No
Review №99

The Phantom of the Opera was amazing definitely lived up to my expectations and was an all around comfortable theater to see it in!

Mo
Review №100

The bathroom situation is not good. this is an old theater but without a doubt theres plenty of room for an additional large bathroom in the upper level .The upper balcony area is really steep! Its hard to see where your going to find your seat. No railings, its scary. It really calls for one of the employees to escort you.

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  • Address:910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, United States
  • Site:http://orpheumtheatreminneapolis.com/
  • Phone:+1 612-339-7007
Categories
  • Concert hall
  • Comedy club
  • Performing arts theater
  • Live music venue
  • Stage
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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