Louisville, KY

Kentucky Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION: More than the premier performance venue in the city, it also has an appreciation for Black Heritage; in the 1930s, 40s and 50s, "The Midnight Ramble" described the live musical performances that used to take place at midnight on house stages along what was then Walnut Street (renamed Muhammad Ali Blvd), the hub of the African American community; Moms Mabley, Redd Foxx, and Clyde Mc Phatter and the Dominoes are just few notable entertainers who shared songs and laughter with Louisville audiences; The Midnight Ramble Series is a living legacy of African American culture and history

BOX OFFICE: Mon-Sat 10a–6p, Sun Noon–5p

ADDRESS: 501 West Main Street  MAP

PARKING: on street and paid lots nearby

PHONE: 502-562-0100 or 502-584-7777

WEBSITE: http://www.kentuckycenter.org

Louisville Orchestra
DESCRIPTION: Employing 70 musicians, the Louisville Orchestra offers five concert series to the community, ranging from classical to family programs; often performs at the Kentucky Center for the Arts and Jeffersonville Riverstage

ADDRESS: 300 West Main Street, Suite 100  MAP

PARKING: for Kentucky Center for the Arts -- on street and paid lots nearby

PHONE: 502-587-8681

WEBSITE: http://www.louisvilleorchestra.org

Louisville Palace Theatre
DESCRIPTION: Open since 1928, the the 2700-seat ornate Palace has hosted a rich legacy of Country, Pop, Rock and R&B performers, including Kool & The Gang; the treat begins before the show upon entering the grand foyer, where the Spanish Baroque motif gives place to cobalt blue, bursts of red and gold leaf in all of the niches -- exceptional eye candy; a curved, vaulted ceiling with 139 exquisite carvings indicates a lot of artistic love has been received in this special venue; uncommonly good theatre acoustics also make it a favorite for live recordings; listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places

BOX OFFICE: Mon-Fri Noon-5p and two hours prior to any show

ADDRESS: 625 South Fourth Street  MAP

PARKING: on street and paid lots nearby

PHONE: 502-583-4555

WEBSITE: http://www.louisvillepalace.com

Kentucky Theater
DESCRIPTION: Built in 1921, as a movie house and remained open in that capacity until 1986; it was scheduled for demolition until an entrepreneur bought it and turned it over to non-profit arts organization, called the Kentucky Theater Project; the renovated Kentucky Theater reopened in 2000 as a community arts center and art film house; since then Kentucky Theater Shops have been added to include a gourmet food shop, a wine and spirits shop, a bagel shop and a florist shop making it a more vibrant cultural fixture in the entertainment district

ADDRESS: 651 South 4th Street  MAP

PARKING: on street and paid lots nearby

PHONE: 502-589-6419

WEBSITE: http://www.kytheater.org

 

Brown Theatre
DESCRIPTION: 1,400-seat, lavish, and intimate showplace featuring state-of-the-art technology combines with fully restored classic splendor to create a performance space as beautiful to look at as it is comfortable to sit in; preferred venue by many smaller acts; managed by the Kentucky Center for the Arts

BOX OFFICE: at KCA, Mon-Sat 10a–6p, Sun Noon–5p

ADDRESS: 315 West Broadway  MAP

PARKING: on street and paid lots nearby

PHONE: 800-775-777

WEBSITE: http://www.kentuckycenter.org/BrownTheatre

Actors Theatre of Louisville
DESCRIPTION: Entertaining comedies, dramas & musicals including annual holiday favorites; discounted rates for groups

ADDRESS: 316 West Main Street  MAP

PARKING: on street and paid lots nearby

PHONE: 502-584-1205

WEBSITE: http://www.actorstheatre.org