I like to review the artwork in the theatre between shows here something about their collection selections are always quite interesting. Depending on the performance we are seeing this review would change drastically. I have seen some excellent shows here and I have seen some that put me to sleep. This is an excellent local theatre but you have to be selective on the shows you see. If youre getting good seats last minute my experience is its not worth it.

The Pioneer theater is a nice spot to see a live show. The theater itself is on the small side so youd be hard pressed to find a bad seat. The theater is in the middle of the U of U campus so parking can be unpleasant as there isnt a dedicate lot for the theater. There were refreshments available in the lobby during intermission, but the lobby is pretty cramped with only a few chairs. The prices for the show we attended were pretty high for the quality of the venue and production which were average to slightly below average. Id recommend this theater, but you can probably find better options if you look around. There are better quality theaters in and around Salt Lake for a lower price.

Wow, what a place. I saw The Play That Goes Wrong here and it was fabulous. The theater was comfortable and it was nice to have the leg room, which is in short supply in other theaters around. i was in the front, so sound was not an issue but I will say that if you were in the back, it would be harder to hear because without the mics, the sound doesnt travel as far. But outside of that, it is a wonderful venue and I am looking forward to going back.

The Pioneer theatre puts on a great show. I have been to many plays here and I always enjoy it. They always have a talented cast and the crew and staff keep everything running smoothly. My favorite plays that I have seen here are “Twelfth Night” and “The play that went wrong”.

So professional and well done! Thrilled to have seen Sweeney Todd! The acting and musicality and the set were astounding and the voices -- sublime.

Nice theater. Enjoyed the play. The lobby definitely needs sprucing up, it was shabby and not an enjoyable place at intermission. I assume their money goes into their productions, but seems like they could get better furniture and carpet.

Very funny and always have an amazing cast! My most recent visit was to see The Play That Goes Wrong where there was audience participation and a fabulous set! Concessions were also very reasonable and had a nice variety.

Pioneer used to be high quality theater. The last few years have seen a slip in quality of material being presented and production quality. As a fourth generation season ticket holder, this is very disappointing.

The shows Ive seen here have been excellent. Broadway caliber, for sure. I appreciate how intimate the venue is for being a professional theatre company. Highly recommended.

AMAZING! performances are just wonderful. I just saw the musical Cagney last week and Ive seen grease and a couple other things here. But quick and easy to get into the building and right to your seats.

Great local productions. Excellent staff. Awesome coffee service. Highly recommend supporting U of U and Pioneer Theater.

Saw The Glass Menagerie. Great production. The theatre was quite nice as well. The concessions didnt seem like a ton of options but I never really get concessions anyway.

PTC is killing it! Im so glad I bought season tickets in 2018 and renewed for 2019. Every show is good. Every show!

The quality of the productions is always great. However, their audio system is quite poor. Guests who need to use the theaters hearing equipment will be disappointed because they wont be able to understand much.

The productions, actors and sets are fantastic, always very well done. Each seasons choices of shows are top notch & diverse, from very large musicals to small intimate settings.The staff is always pleasant. Tickets prices reasonable. Most seats have good viewing. It can be difficult to hear if you are in the balcony.

PTC’s current run of “Cagney” is superb. With music and lyrics written and performed by Robert Creighton, the cast sings and dances it’s way through the life of a legend with Broadway and Hollywood as it’s backdrop. Go now before it’s Broadway debut. When it wins its share of Tony awards, you’ll be able to boast that you saw it first!

Excellent! Easy to find parking, helpful staff, well prepared and skilled cast. We saw The Play That Goes Wrong. Prepare to laugh and be surprised.

Wonderful Theater we have had season tickets for 2 years never disappoints.

Play was great! Sound needs improvement, you could hardly hear them and we were in row K towards center.

Wonderful casts and plays. Always a great experience here!

Spectacular performance, and an amazing set.the play that went wrong is what we saw and the cast was superb.

Went to see Sweat. A very fine, emotional, production that really makes you think about what is happening in this country. Seems this is no longer the land of opportunity, rather a land of rich and poor.The the theatre is starting to show its age, but still a wonderful place to see a show.

We saw Sweeney Todd on Halloween night and it was AMAZING! It was pricey (we were in second row) but it was worth it! I got a free drink since I came in my costume. They were great at performing and the orchestra played beautifully! The scenery and special effects were spectacular!I just wish people would have manners and shut up during the performance.

Comfortable, affordable, free parking available

Very funny script. Fun experience. We watched the play that goes wrong

It has been one year since I saw the play Christmas at Pemberly. I still am extremely disappointed in the story of the play. Pride and Prejudice was exceptional writing and I was hoping to visit with those same endearing characters. I cant and dont want to remember who wrote the script, but whoever she was, did she feel she could or should rewrite a classic? Jane Austins story will be remembered forever. The new story didnt revisit those enduring characters but blasted out a crass and brash Mary and wimpy Darcy. The acting was good with what they had to work with.. The revised story was atrocios!. I longed for a revisit with those old friends and met with strange mutations with the same names..

Saw a good musical there the other day. It was good music but quite vulgar language. I thought they were playing to a more family atmosphere but that doesn’t seem to be the case. It seems to fit the adult demographic better.

Cagney was outstanding. Superb talent and so interesting to watch the story of a legend I knew little about.

Great place to see a show. The theater is small enough that there isnt really a bad place to sit. We saw Christmas at Pemberly and the acting was great and the scenery was far nicer than expected. The theater is on the campus of the University of Utah and has plenty of parking to the South of the theater. Not a bad place to go for a night out on the town. #culture #theater #play

An excellent venue. Great lineup of theater and affordable too - get the rush tickets!!

Hands down one of the best local theater options in Utah. They offer a good variety of shows each season. There is always a few family friendly options, something to push the edges and get you thinking, a musical or two, and usually a bit of Shakespeare. Amazing set designs, costumes, and general production value. Highly recommended!

I have thoroughly enjoyed every play I have scene here. The sets are very well done and varied. Students can purchase discounted tickets at the door for 5 dollars up to two tickets. A good variety of plays are performed each season. You can see Shakespeare or more contemporary works, like Fences. The best place to park is the stadium lot, which is about a 5 minute walk from the theater.

Grease” at Pioneer Theater was by far the WORST play I’ve ever had to sit through!!! The choreography and dancing was laughable, the characters were not a good fit, there were awkward pauses during many scenes that made you wonder if it was part of the scene or if someone just forgot their line, and the way the scenes were all jumbled up from the actual movie was very disappointing. The random violence thrown in throughout the play, especially at the end when Sandy punches the cheerleader was completely unnecessary and absolutely made you lose any kind of connection to the character (if you even had one to begin with). The pink hot pants and black thong (um, yes you can still see it) on Sandy are horrible!There was ONE good scene (which saved me from diving head first from the third floor balcony just to make it all stop). The good fairy in Beauty School Dropout in a big sparkly dress and pink wig was amazing! He did a great job!!!The rest of the play was complete garbage. I would fold up the tents now and stop doing this play, it really is that horrible!!!Don’t waste your money, seriously it’s awful!

Parking was easy this time. Seats were good, even in the balcony. Theater is a great little venue! Good acoustics and lighting.

Amazing performance of an original holiday play, Christmas at Pemberly. Absolutely 10 stars! Took my mom, teenage daughter, and my husband. A complete delight! Second row seats were amazing! Now I want season tickets to Pioneer!

This is a gem of a local performance theater and was a complete surprise to me. The sets are usually amazingly well constructed and presented. The casting is usually really great and every performance Ive been to in the past two years has been well worth the money for the ticket. Its not quite to the standards of Broadway shows, but its nowhere near as pricey as the Broadway shows, either. The seats are a bit old and uncomfortable to sit in for long periods of time, but its a trade-off for some very good performances at a reasonable cost.

Best play, ever! It is The Play That Goes Wrong. Get tickets!

Skip the HS play and go to Pioneer theatre. Broadway level productions that are local. Student and individuals under 35 get season ticket discounts.

Good shows, go early if you have the pass to get tickets day of. The ticket office is pretty slow.

Productions here are top notch. Just saw Cagney and it was fantastic.

Talented performers but the theater is lacking and they did not mic the performers to some of the plays Ive been to and I missed about a 1/3 of the dialogue. I will not continue go here if the sound quality isnt improved.

This is a professional theatre venue that nearly always produces spectacular theatre. The sets are creative and stunning. The quality of the performances is top tier. There is not a bad seat in the house. Season tickets are worth every penny. At times, shows with questionable thematic elements, language, etc., do pass through. However, this theatre is a fantastic place for entertainment.

Incredible value for the price. Ive never been disappointed! Pioneer Theatre productions are always fresh and interesting, staff is friendly, and the acting is superb. Seats could be more comfortable, but its an older venue. Also, donations to their Pioneer Theatre Guild (can find online via social media) are tax- deductible!

I am a season subscriber with a handicapped friend. The access is good, the theatre is comfortable, staff is nice, parking is adequate but not generous and handicapped parking is quite limited. The performances are very professional.

Great shows all the time. They bring in amazing talent and utilize the local talent really well as well. Not a bad seat in the house either.

So much fun. Exceptional talent and production

Wonderful venue. Always a good time.

Attended the play A Lion In Winter at the Pioneer Theatre last night as a birthday gift from my beloved daughter, it was wonderful! I had been awaiting this play since last fall and i was not disappointed. The actors and sets were fabulous, all the costumes except Elanore of Aqutaine were fabulous, Im not sure why they dressed her in such a drab gown. I would definitely recommend this play to anyone. Had so much fun!

Broadway quality theater in Salt Lake City. And I say that having seen more than 100 shows on New Yorks Broadway. PTC has fantastic scenery and lighting, professional actors, and great sound. A real gem in the heart of the Wasatch mountains....

World class performers. Amazing wardrobe. I need more Pioneer Theater Company in my life!

This is an incredible company. The last several shows Ive seen here have been truly amazing. Everything from the actors, to sets, to costumes, to music feels truly professional. Zero community theater vibe to it.

Once production was just ok.. personally the male lead has a good voice but definitely didnt fit this character. He seemed like a horrible singer. The only person who shined was the Asian girl who was full of talents. Disappointed musical.

What a surprising show for me. British humor is not my favorite, but this hit my funny bone more than once. It was an all round delightful evening.

I cannot recommend the shows here enough. Professional shows that are as strong as Broadway, with content and variety that keeps me continually craving for another show there. The staff are always amazingly kind and helpful, and the theatre is just beautiful. 6 stars!

LOVED: the show and the actors. Did NOT love: the narrow seats. Also I dont think there is an excuse to not have microphones on your actors with a play that is all about the witty verbal interaction between the characters. My friend who is a little hard of hearing said she maybe caught half of what was said. Even I, with no hearing problems, struggled throughout, and missed many lines. It definitely detracted from our enjoyment of what was a truly delightful performance.

The play Cagney is terrific. Go see it if at all possible !!

Beautiful historic theater on the U of U campus. Roomy seating, great views. We saw Sweeney Todd. A bizarre and chilling story, but with great acting, beautiful music and a breathtaking set.

I am an usher. Love the performances. Excellent choice of plays, musicals, dramas, comedies. High class theater!

The auditorium is a bit antiquated as far as seating goes. But I had a great time and enjoyed the performance considerably.

Nice theater, first on Ive been in with good leg room. Show quality was fantastic. Only thing that could use work is parking, but that could be said for anywhere near the University.

Great plays. I am a guy from outback Australia who normally not into the arts but this is the 3rd year I have season tickets. They always do a great job. Very entertaining

Fantastic cast of Once......as good as the Broadway touring company I saw in Toronto a few years back. Recommend it highly.

Love PTC!! The sets, choreography, and humor never disappoint. Great work on the current show, Grease!!

Always a great production! PTC never disappoints!

PMT sets a high standard for live theater. You can always expect a great performance with the highest quality performers.Show selection is usually avant guard, pushing boundaries or delivering a new take on classics. Ive always enjoyed the experience at this theater.

I am not by any means a theater critic, but I really enjoyed the show we went to see here. Small enough for good views, and large enough for thunderous applause. I would definitely go back.

Just a delightful time watching the musical Once. The actors were amazing. And the music was just delightful.

Ive always loved the performances here. I have gone to some plays I think just arent great plays but Pioneer Theatre Company always does an excellent job. Loved Count of Monte Cristo and the Last Ship especially (I has a soft spot for musicals). Recently saw the Glass Menagerie, and while it was a downer it was really well done. The singing and acting quality is superb, and the prices are reasonable.There is not a bad seat in the whole theatre. I prefer to sit center and forward but Ive been way in the back and on the upper level and it was still a good view.The theatre is pretty, and I like being able to view the exhibit on the upper floor either while waiting for the show or during intermission.Tickets are easy to reserve online or by phone. The Flex Pass is a GREAT deal!Pioneer Theatre ranks with Hale Center Theatre as my favorite theatre locations in the valley.

Ive been there many times over the last 3 years to watch shows such as Newsies, Once, Sweeney Todd, etc. Their shows do not disappoint!! Except Christmas in Pemberly yikes! Snacks range from 1-5$ and I heard the profits go to the actors.

A great place to go and see theater! They have a fantastic facility and they produce top quality shows. They typically cast a large number of actors from New York and Chicago. Well worth the ticket price!

We saw The Play That Went Wrong. So funny!

There experience at this Theatre was fine I was a bit disappointed in the acting though, with the bios of the performers I expected higher quality of feeling in the dialog. The play was The Lion In Winter which is one of my favorites because of the supberb acting of OToole, Hepburn and Hopkins. Still it was an acceptable outing.

Lots of reserved parking right where the elderly need to park

Karen Azenberg puts on great thought-provoking shows with amazing casts and broadway style sets that will transform any stage to the place in your imagination.

Season ticket holders for years. Love the quality of productions here, especially the ones that force me to think! Very best regional theater.

Amazing live theater! Wonderful actors and actresses performing on creative sets. Hard to beat anywhere.

Plays at pioneer are well-presented but the sound system is terrible. We will not be renewing our season tickets next year.

I love PTC, I have a rush pass and go to almost every show. Although I feel like the rush pass and the ticket-buying station could be organized little better.

Love pioneer theater, but could they turn the heat up just a notch!

This is the place to see art in its highest form. Quality productions that are diverse and often original plays. Every season includes a nice mix of musicals, comedies and dramas. The set pieces are incredible and the acting is always top notch. This theatre most definitely lives up to its stellar reputation.

Mary Stuart was not one of my favorites this Season.

Are you KIDDING ME??!!!? This production of Sweeney Todd was INCREDIBLE!! Aaaand THIS was JUST their final dress. Seriously people, these productions just keep getting better and better. Its probably about time you invested in your community (and yourselves a little bit like I did lol) and get some season tickets. TOTALLY WORTH IT!

Weve seen a few productions and they are always well done. If you are a supporter of the arts, this is a great place to go.

Sweeny Todd was a true masterpiece. The staging and talent are fantastic. The staff work hard to be helpful. They even have enhanced sound.

Great Acting! Pioneer may present the most consistent and exceptional performances in the Salt Lake Area. Actors are selected mostly from New York and often feature Broadway cast members. Local actors are also featured, but the national casting calls produce better results that other local only theaters in the area. The lighting, sets and costumes are always exceptional. The sound in this theater leaves MUCH to be desired. It is not the crew, they do the best with what they have. It is the house sound system, mostly the speakers and amplification. The theater has been known to supplement the poor house system with additional equipment for some demanding musical productions, but not often enough. That being said, Pioneer provides the closest Broadway experience in the Salt Lake area.

I have been a season ticket holder for many years. I think Pioneer Theatre Company does a great job in putting on a wide variety of various plays. I highly recommend everyone buy tickets! I particularly love the musicals! I think their prices are very reasonable compared to costs for similar sorts of entertainment in Utah and elsewhere. Their staff is friendly and helpful if you want to book a season ticket pass. I have the 5 of 7 plan and my friends and I think it is the best way to see excellent theater productions throughout the year. And if Alabama Story is still playing, I give it 5 stars!

Great shows, friendly staff. Ive been volunteering here for years and its always a fun time

Good production of Christmas at Pemberly -- a nice way to start the Season. Plus, a very interesting group of paintings on the mezzanine.

Wonderful facility with high caliber productions. Love the rotating art gallery too!

Ive been to many plays at the Pioneer Theatre during my time as a student at the U. They offer great prices for students (either free or $5 per ticket, and you can get two tickets for one student ID)! The seating is adequate and there are snacks available before the show and during the intermission. However, it would be nice if the bathrooms were bigger to accommodate more guests.

Great performance! Enjoyed Grease very much

Love every show I see here

Saw Once. Its my fourth time seeing the show, and they did a great job!!

Pioneer Theatre always draws in amazing talent from across the world. The seating is acceptable and offers stadium seating for all patrons. I would recommend taking a jacket as the shows Ive been to have been a little chilly. I have no complaints with the multiple shows I have seen here. I would like to see more options for the shows themselves as they are more conservative with their selections.

A great evening.

We enjoyed the Christmas at Pemberley production. Beautiful set, costumes, wonderful story and sweet singing voices.

The productions here are awesome! I highly recommend seeing them!! Ive seen Sweeney Todd and Miss Bennet: Christmas in Pemberly there, and it was so fun! Many of the actors in their productions have been in multiple national Broadway tours. The deets are amazing too! Just get down there. :)

Class act! This theater really gets it right.

Great performances and show must go on attitude. Even though one of the main characters suffered an injury she continued and finished the show. Well done!

Great theater. Ive had wonderful experiences here! Shows and otherwise!