Palace Theater
Palace Theater
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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An historic theater found in the center of the city.
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4.5
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headsped1
West Virginia33 contributions
June 2023
This was the venue for a Jackson Browne concert. The seating was very close and I had difficulty watching the concert due to the head of the person sitting in front of me. It is a beautiful venue and the size of the Palace was perfect for a concert. All of the employees were very kind and helpful.
Written 4 June 2023
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duck8to
Montville, NJ6,814 contributions
June 2014 • Couples
Opening in 1926, the Palace theater with it's 2,827seating capacity was a grand lady in the 30s,40s and 50s. First designed for Vaudeville, it has exceptional acoustics which was required before the age of amplification. A red carpet grand entrance staircase, magnificent chandelier, murals and hall of autographed pictures speak to that splendid age. I'm 6'1" tall and the seating is a bit tight which is why I managed an aisle seat in the Pit A section. If you wish to get the best view try to get a Pit A or B middle seat or a Loge near the middle. Other areas are not quite as good for viewing. CAPA took it over in 1989 and some visible patch work has been done. Some refurbishing could be done but the overall experience is still wonderful. To think that Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, Nat "King" Cole and Kate Smith performed here is quite amazing. A lot of Broadway plays are performed here, "Once" will be coming in 2015. I parked in the State House garage ($4) but you need to get your car out by 11pm. Other parking can be had at the LeVeque Tower parking garage or if you are really lucky on the street. The Palace theater gives you a rare opportunity to experience a Vaudeville theater while watching a contemporary performance.
Written 14 July 2014
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LHoffman1978
Sylvania, OH253 contributions
Dec 2019
You should arrive early just to look at the stainglass and carved wood- much like the theaters in Europe, it is beautiful! We sat in the Louge and had great views and good acoustics. There are so many exits that it was easy to leave.
Many steps and not all isles have hand rails and I didn't see an elevator.
There were many different spots for refreshements so no long lines. On the left side, where it looks much more modern there is a display from the original manager's door where he had all of the celebrities sign from Red Skelleton to Julie Andrews- great history!
Many steps and not all isles have hand rails and I didn't see an elevator.
There were many different spots for refreshements so no long lines. On the left side, where it looks much more modern there is a display from the original manager's door where he had all of the celebrities sign from Red Skelleton to Julie Andrews- great history!
Written 31 January 2020
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Mike K
Hilliard, OH35 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
I experienced the absolute worst customer service in my life this evening at The Palace Theater. After 4 rescheduled dates and 2 years, I was finally able to go to the Ron White show. I had purchased these tickets through Stub Hub and apparently so had other people! When it became apparent these seats had been sold at least twice, I was escorted to the ticket office to “rectify “ the situation.
Well The Palace and I have very different interpretations of the word rectify; their offer to help was to suggest they could sell me additional tickets at full price even though it was less than 10 minutes to showtime and it was not a sell out crowd.
So even though I clearly had valid tickets (they were scanned successfully at the door), and were viewed in my personal email, The Palace simply made the decision to alienate a loyal customer for the sake of making a few more dollars.
The worst part was they apparently expected this problem, and decided “the hell with the customer “! The first usher explained the situation to said “yeah, we expected this to happen “ The gentleman at the box office was condescending, arrogant, and could care less about the customer. Had this “customer service rep” had even attempted to show an once of compassion or interest in trying to work out a fair solution, I would have bought some tickets. Instead the seats went unoccupied, and they lost a customer for life.
So, after waiting 2 years, I’m out over $225 and didn’t get to see the show. The Palace just lost a customer that attends several shows a year with his wife. I will never spend another dime there. What a joke!!
Well The Palace and I have very different interpretations of the word rectify; their offer to help was to suggest they could sell me additional tickets at full price even though it was less than 10 minutes to showtime and it was not a sell out crowd.
So even though I clearly had valid tickets (they were scanned successfully at the door), and were viewed in my personal email, The Palace simply made the decision to alienate a loyal customer for the sake of making a few more dollars.
The worst part was they apparently expected this problem, and decided “the hell with the customer “! The first usher explained the situation to said “yeah, we expected this to happen “ The gentleman at the box office was condescending, arrogant, and could care less about the customer. Had this “customer service rep” had even attempted to show an once of compassion or interest in trying to work out a fair solution, I would have bought some tickets. Instead the seats went unoccupied, and they lost a customer for life.
So, after waiting 2 years, I’m out over $225 and didn’t get to see the show. The Palace just lost a customer that attends several shows a year with his wife. I will never spend another dime there. What a joke!!
Written 22 April 2022
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Rob S
Columbus, GA742 contributions
May 2013 • Couples
If you've never been, you'll enjoy your first time. It's been around forever, but they've done a nice job keeping it up to date. The problem is with seat locations. Simply, too many bad seats, either because of sight lines or sound. If you're reserving seats online, go for the middle of the first floor, and pay what you need to pay. The online seating chart is not realistic. What may look like good seats are not that great and you'll be disappointed. With the Schott and Nationwide Arena, the Palace is losing some of its luster for holding the big concerts. It's still wonderful for a Broadway show, but pay for good seats!
Written 6 June 2013
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kathyczar
Columbus, OH4 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
The seating is designed for CHILDREN. Three days after the event my knees and back still hurt. I'm tall but slender. Couldn't really enjoy the show because of the discomfort. Won't be going back there regardless of the event. Think before you go.
Written 24 April 2017
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Michael G
Columbus, OH92 contributions
Aug 2011 • Couples
As above, the Palace has the poorest acoustics, worst seats, and worst sight lines of Columbus' downtown theaters. Try to avoid productions here. The Ohio is prettier, the Southern is more intimate and acoustically good, and the Riffe Center theaters are more modern and comfortable. If you have to go to the Palace, do not park in the attached LaVeque Tower garage; it will be morning before you can get your car out after the show. Park at the kitty-corner statehouse garage (underground) instead.
Written 29 February 2012
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Mike
4 contributions
Dec 2019
We went to Palace to see Darcie Lynn, kids loved her! Theater was awesome! Clean, convenient and very historic.
Written 9 December 2019
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joy f
2 contributions
July 2019 • Friends
Great seats on the balcony ushers were very helpful. No long wait to get in even though it was crowded at entrance
Written 10 July 2019
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P J Avery
St. Augustine, FL1,142 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
Visited the theater for the performance of Cinderella and this is such a beautiful venue. The theater is elegant with beautiful art and chandeliers throughout. The way the seats are arranged there is not a bad seat in the house and acoustics are top notch. Sat in the balcony and we could clearly everything.
Written 9 March 2019
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If one has a seat in the main floor first row (A), is the stage low enough that one will not be killing their neck looking up the whole time?
Written 13 January 2019
We just saw a show in December and We were in the second row seats no problems at all in seeing the show the stage was directly in front of us I was so comfortable so get the good seats you shouldn’t have any issues with being comfortable the stage is low enough!
A great venue!
Written 14 January 2019
Under the statehouse. Prepay Parking and easy out.
Written 16 March 2018
How many stairs is there to climb to get to the mezzanine area?
Written 18 January 2018
Christopher Meade
Portsmouth, Ohio
Went there last night and had Mezzanine tickets. Staff said there was no elevator and there was a long flight of steps, though there was a handrail.
Written 9 November 2019
Heading to Palace Theater tonight in a 15 person passenger van. Any suggestions on parking?
Written 4 November 2017
callie v
Hollywood, Florida
Balcony B, row T, are the seats bad or good? Just purchased these tickets.
Written 27 January 2017
6'4" linebacker with XL legs. Which seats would be best or should we just skip altogether?
Written 17 September 2016
If legs are the only problem, i would recommend first rows at either on the Mezzanine or in the Balcony. I am 6'05 and chose row AA and had no problems with my legs, but of course, a got a lot more fat than a LN, so I struggled to sit without hitting the seat arms.... And I can guarantee you will have a nice view from the stage
Enjoy
Written 18 September 2016
Thomasthekat47
Columbus, Ohio
I got front row seats, near center, for my wife and her friend to see Culture Club. I really didn't want seats this close, but ticket master kept giving me these same seats on every search! Are these seats to close to the stage, like your looking straight up all the time! I still have time to resell if these are bad seats!
Written 24 July 2016
You would be close, but there is an orchestra pit, so depending on whether they cover it or not, you may not be as close as it sounds.
Written 24 July 2016
Please tell us about parking, i.e. lot nearby? street parking available? various costs associated with parking?
Thank you.
Written 3 April 2015
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