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Columbus Performing Arts Center
549 Franklin Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, United States
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De
Review №1

The theater is good but not upto the mark though. It has a wide spread stage & space for green room though, it needs to be renovated. Also, has a wide span parking too.

Er
Review №2

Super cool place with a great staff. The work they do with the Learning Never Ends adults is tremendous. We love seeing each new play !

Ma
Review №3

Ive never been disappointed with a Six String Concert. This one was Joe Crookston, not only a singer/songwriter, but add to that a visual artist. He had some of his work on display in a separate room, and serenaded us there with his powerful voice before the show. Talk about up close and personal!The one man show was excellent, though he invited a singer friend in the audience up to harmonize on a few songs. He played multiple instruments, and his lyrics were deep and powerful. I bought all 4 of his CDs.

Jp
Review №4

We had a great time at a wonderful play. Everyone is friendly and so nice

St
Review №5

Ooooo. This is the place for small ensemble offerings. It has been around forever and is a very comfortable space. We were there for a string quarter of musicians from the CSO. What a fine afternoon.

Dy
Review №6

Cool personal theater. Seating makes you feel like you are right in the performance, but might be a little too packed without much elbow room between you and the person sitting next to you. Saw “Breaking the Code” there put on by CATCO. Space is clean and small snack stand is a nice touch. Will definitely be back.

St
Review №7

We greatly enjoyed Imagine Productions performance of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.

Co
Review №8

We attended a performance put on by a homeschool group. The venue was very nice.

lw
Review №9

Great people and so great with the CATCO kids. Looking forward to attending many more productions there. The facility is older so seating space can be tight.

Ro
Review №10

We had such a great time see Press Start!

Ch
Review №11

A comfy theater that is up close and personal. The seating is more cramped than some other theaters in the area, which can negatively affect the show if you end up next to the wrong people, but manageable.

Da
Review №12

It was amazing loved every moment of it

Ma
Review №13

A great community venue. Easy parking access & a great variety of performances for all ages to enjoy. A cozy theater space with great views of the stage from any seat.

ch
Review №14

I came here almost a year ago to see a friend who was in a play. Its off the beaten path, so youll have to look a bit to find it. But well worth it when you do. The Parking isnt great.

Li
Review №15

Went to see a Bishop Hartley play. Room temperature was perfect. Chairs were okay but us larger people could use a little more space. I assumed the chairs hooking together were for safety reasons. Good area for parking. Glad they posted where not to park and that they have a police officer in the parking lot area for safety.

Br
Review №16

Great local theater productions and classes. 2 performance spaces. Good people. Adult and youth classes and shows. Behind Columbus main library. And topiary garden. Evening free parking. Daytime parking limited or at cost.

Hu
Review №17

The kid shows are great! My kids were actually quiet the whole time.

St
Review №18

Small quaint theatre atmosphere. Really nice for younger kids. My kids are begging to go to camp and be in a play.

Cr
Review №19

Babe the sheep pig was a great show. They performers were so good! Hands down to the actors and actresses! Looking forward to coming to see The Seussical hope its as good as Babe the sheep pig show! ️

Do
Review №20

The show was Holmes and Watson. It was great and had a surprise ending. Park across street. Very easy access.

Te
Review №21

I went to see the Addams Family Musical. It was a great atmosphere and felt very cozy! I would see another show there again!

Ch
Review №22

Great venue. Easy access. Free parking. Seat width on the narrow side, but great leg room.

La
Review №23

Easily my favorite theater space in Columbus. They have such interesting shows being performed here. Definitely check it out sometime.

WG
Review №24

Often go to performances for Learning Never Ends. Always enjoy!

Sa
Review №25

There reeeeally needs to be a better exit strategy besides one hall through to the single entrance/exit. Its agony when a show lets out and the actors are on both sides near the only exit. Everyone wants to stop and say congrats. Except those who dont, but are trapped in a quagmire. Plus side is there is a large free surface lot across the street from it. And the handicap accessible seating is mid-theater rather than right up front.

T
Review №26

Visited to see my niece perform in The Throne of Oz. The performance was well done. The space was quite warm, however, needs ceiling fans or something, and it got rather tight fitting out in the hall while we waited for people to leave the performance before the one we watched...better traffic flow needed. :)

Qu
Review №27

This place is beautiful, because if your on the stage everything is colorful and very wonderful.

Da
Review №28

A mixed experience with the most important element the performance. Shows we have seen there have almost always been well performaned however the shows are not run of the mill common performances. Some shows excellent others so so and we seen one that was just bad. Seating is excellent especially if you get the center section. Bathrooms are in bad shape and not always well stocked.

Ro
Review №29

This place is awesome, ACPA school puts on a show every year here and I love going every year!

th
Review №30

We had so much fun ! This was my second time helping out and it was butifully played

To
Review №31

Dont park next to the building! Park across the street!

Ju
Review №32

Sound and stage are super. This is a nice affordable venue. Bring an extra layer. This place is always chilly

Yo
Review №33

Went to see the August Wilson play Jitney. It was phenomenal. Two members of my church were involved in the production. Next week is the last week to go see it.

Ch
Review №34

Well done community arts musical! The Addams Family

ma
Review №35

The kids put on an amazing show

Ma
Review №36

Saw a mime that was taught by marcel marceau here He did a bit to Tom Waits version of Phantom 309 It was truly incredible and so is this theater

Va
Review №37

Friendly. Easy parking. Encouraging.

Le
Review №38

My daughter us enjoying an acting class here with Broadway2LA.

Da
Review №39

Not one of the best. Just an ok spot. Frequent audio issues.

Gr
Review №40

Many community theaters and organizations use this facility for the performing arts. There is a standard theater with a raked seating area, and a theater in the round with 3/4 seating that is elevated. I cant comment on the cost to rent, or the experience for producers, but I have seen several plays here, and have no complaints about the facilities.

pa
Review №41

Cute place for kids performing. They do a great job working creativity side in kids

An
Review №42

Cool place! I do dance camp here and its a really good place for it!

Aj
Review №43

Love the place..lighting and other facilities r too good. .Staff r too cooperative

Ca
Review №44

Outstanding! Bravo to the artists! Beautiful job.

La
Review №45

The shows we see there are always great.

Tr
Review №46

Older facility, could use updating. But, good place to experience local talent and creative theater arts performances.Photo is of play, A Church Divided Cant multiply.

Ki
Review №47

Very helpful staff and fun performance

Li
Review №48

Lovely theatre, sit closer to the aisle as seating is slightly tighter closer to the wall.

Ka
Review №49

Awesome performance place

Br
Review №50

Great place to introduce little ones to theatre! Loved it.

Me
Review №51

We loved the show.

Sh
Review №52

Most uncomfortable bleacher seating.

Fr
Review №53

Great place to see a show.

Sh
Review №54

Went on a field trip with the class and we had so much fun.

Ca
Review №55

Wonderful thanks for asking!

Ke
Review №56

A bit tight but a very nice place for smaller performances

Ke
Review №57

This will be my 2nd time utilizing this facility.. I love the small community theater atmosphere.

Ca
Review №58

Chairs are tight, temperature uneven. Good show

Ev
Review №59

Saw a great show done by CATCO is kids.

Je
Review №60

Enjoyed an outstanding performance of CATCO is Kids production of Madelines Christmas with the granddaughters.

Ra
Review №61

I have seen several wonderful productions there.

Ke
Review №62

To many people in the hall ways with no movement no one working the crowd real fire hazard nad experience all together

Ma
Review №63

Excellent space. Cool design.

Jo
Review №64

I am currently performing The Tempest in the VanFleet theatre, and it is lovely black box.

Vi
Review №65

Nice for watching little ones do theater

am
Review №66

Went there on a field trip. The kids had a great visit.

Gr
Review №67

Great little venue!

Bi
Review №68

Great venue for Six String Concerts.

To
Review №69

Tiny seats... otherwise ok.

Do
Review №70

Great play, great staging!

Du
Review №71

Fun, intimate setting.

Ju
Review №72

Wonderful lil

Jo
Review №73

Family friendly and very accessible for kids

Ca
Review №74

Nice venue for play performance

Ra
Review №75

Hello Dolly, was the performance it was a great showing!!!!

It
Review №76

I performed their, it was AWESOME!!!

Do
Review №77

The play was great

Jo
Review №78

Nice knuffle bunny performance

Ri
Review №79

Fun show and nice venue

El
Review №80

Wonderful accoustics for classical music

Ka
Review №81

Can rent for your on event ...even have a concessions area for your vender!

Fe
Review №82

My daughter loved it.

Li
Review №83

Great Art Community

To
Review №84

Great space and events!

Ka
Review №85

Great center for a variety of arts

Da
Review №86

Building is old not a place for families.

Jo
Review №87

Very intimate setting and no such thing as bad seat.

Pa
Review №88

Excellent performance!

Me
Review №89

Education and beauty

Br
Review №90

Excellent performance and venue.

Mo
Review №91

Ok

Da
Review №92

Wonderful!

Le
Review №93

Parking issues

Ca
Review №94

Enjoyed it

Sh
Review №95

Okay

ch
Review №96

Grand babies play

St
Review №97

Really nice

KA
Review №98

Excellent

ma
Review №99

Rigjt size theatre

JT
Review №100

Very intimate, fine performance

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  • Address:549 Franklin Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, United States
  • Site:https://www.catco.org/rent-the-cpac/
  • Phone:+1 614-645-7469
Categories
  • Art center
  • Performing arts theater
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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