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Abravanel Hall
123 W S Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, United States
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Ma
Review №1

Perfomance during the pandemic is quite a surreal experience. Plenty of space between patrons and also between the musicians. They changed up the format for safety reasons but it still is fantastic as always.

Ja
Review №2

This place is awesome! Great place for a date night, especially for Harry Potter concert series. It is best to buy tickets ahead of time. Many shows are sold out! The chandeliers are amazing. Definitely a 5 star experience! They do allow bottled water in the hall. They also have concessions.

Je
Review №3

The architecture of this place is amazing!! A big staircase with walkways branching off with gold leaf on the walls and a really aesthetically interesting red sculpture in the main room. :) Once you get into the theater room, there are gorgeous chandeliers with diamonds hanging off it that catch the light and create all these rainbows. Its so fun sitting on the side of the room! Theres a great view and its cool to have the chairs angled so you are still sitting forward while watching, plus the crazy side of me loves feeling like royalty because it reminds me of back in the old days, when the royalty would sit in the chairs on the sides. :) Me and my cousin saw Celtic Woman with the Utah Symphony and it was one of the best things Ive experienced in life, at least so far. They have some of the best natural voices Ive ever heard and it was an honor to hear them sing in real life. It was Christmas-themed too, so that was extra fun!

Jo
Review №4

This concert hall is phenomenal. Its beautifully designed and crafted with lots of gorgeous details. If you have a chance to see the Utah Symphony here, take it! Or theres lot of both free and ticketed events here from other organizations in the Valley. Ive performed here with the West Valley Symphony as well as the Draper Philharmonic and Choral Society.

Di
Review №5

Beautiful! The acoustics were great. The interior was richly decorated. The chairs were comfortable and not too close together. The person at the ticket office was genuinely happy to be at work, and the usher was friendly. All in all, we had an exquisite experience.

Ku
Review №6

This is a spectacular hall, and the Utah Symphony is truly a talented group of musicians.

Co
Review №7

Fun place. Always nice to be here. The lobby is a piece of artwork on and of itself! Enjoyable atmosphere to enjoy before any show. Then when it comes time for your show the theatre accommodations are wonderful. From the least expensive to the most lavish tickets, I think everyone has a great time.

cr
Review №8

This is a beautiful concert hall. My husband and I attended the John Williams Symphony. WONDERFUL!!! They even had people dressed as characters from his most famous movies to greet you and take photo opportunities. Parking is a challenge if there is another event going on but there are plenty of parking garages available and city parking, be sure to download the parkslc app. I HIGHLY recommend attending any performances here. The staff are very friendly and eager to make your experience a delight.

Br
Review №9

Beauty. Talent. Class. Salt Lake offers phenomenal musical talent from across the world. The differing availability of music is wonderful. From classic Hollywood movies with live orchestral accompaniments to Opera to Spanish guitar and more. Lots to see and hear here. (With surprisingly amazing leg room too)!Some events have family passes which I like so I can share my love for music onto my children They feel how special this place is and appreciate the talent here.I always park in City Creek. Saturday nights seem affordable.

Ky
Review №10

The building is be beautiful! And its beneficial to have as many seats as it does, it helps more people to enjoy the concerts. The glass blown sculpture in the lobby is absolutely breathtaking, especially when the light hits it just right. Though the performer lineup is not well organized. They had all 300 of us waiting outside in the cold February weather for over an hour. Nonetheless, its a gorgeous place for concerts.

La
Review №11

Beautiful building. I don’t believe that there is a bad seat to be had! The concessions were pricey- but so don’t mind if it’s supporting the arts.

An
Review №12

I love the culture the talented Utah Symphony adds to our city. The volunteers & staff always make our visits special. Cant wait to go again.

Me
Review №13

Stunning place to host an event! It is beautiful. And the staff and team are so helpful and service oriented!

Li
Review №14

I had an amazing experience. I seen Women Rock, with the symphony. Would never have thought the symphony could rock like that.

An
Review №15

Ive been here for many concerts and ceremonies, and Im equally impressed every time. Its wonderful to have such a pillar of culture dead-center the city. The symphony is fantastic, and always worth every penny.

He
Review №16

It was such a great experience. Its a very beautiful airy and well set up concert hall. The symphony was wonderful

Ja
Review №17

They were very bad and took for ever to get us out on our busis.

Si
Review №18

Performed here with my choir and it was such an amazing experience. You could feel past performers beside you performing along side you. It was so amazing.

Sy
Review №19

Beautiful venue. I am a performer with a local choir (MCO) and I love being able to preform in their space. The hall is wonderfully designed for sound but it is also well decorated with beautiful art, colors and amazing architecture.Definitely go to a concert here, you will not be disappointed.

Br
Review №20

The Utah symphony is spectacular. There is nothing quite like a live performance. Superb!

Je
Review №21

This is a beautiful concert hall and the acoustics are wonderful. I do not think theres a bad seat in the house. The seats are older so are typical (and narrow) but not uncomfortable.

Ma
Review №22

Beautiful venue. Very nice evening watching Singin In The Rain film concert with the symphony! I would highly recommend going to one sometime!

Ch
Review №23

What an incredible symphony hall and world-class symphony. I’ve heard many symphonies around the United States, but the talent and support I found in Salt Lake City was so far the most amazing experience of classical music I’ve ever had.

An
Review №24

The music is always inspiring. Abravenel Hall is stunningly crafted. The Films in Concert series shows the artistic merit of the music in films. My husband and I love from scores, so this series is a perfect way for us to enjoy the symphony.

Pa
Review №25

I came here for Harry Potter with live orchestra and was blown away at how wonderful the venue was.Between the beautiful glass sculpture in the lobby to the wonderful theatre, it was an amazing experience.The staff is absolutely wonderful as well, theyll help you with just about anything!

Da
Review №26

We love coming to the Utah Symphony movie concert series. They do an incredible job. Highly recommended.

JT
Review №27

This is a pretty good venue for concerts, etc. I typically see Jerry Seinfeld when he comes through town. Seats have good views. Seat numbering can be a bit confusing to some. The location is convenient to downtown. You can always find a place to get a something to eat/drink before or after your show. Employees are patient and helpful. Parking is whatever you can find downtown. Egress is just as scattered depending on where you park.

Je
Review №28

Great place good music. Saw the Celtic women perform they were fabulous. The Utah Symphony wasnt to bad either.

Ra
Review №29

I dont think there its a bad seat on the house. Symphony was great with a3D screen.

Ti
Review №30

If you have a chance to go, just go. Ive been to a number of performances there from their Film In Concert, Masterwork, and Entertainment series. Loved everyone one of them.

te
Review №31

The venue is beautiful. There is a breathtaking sculpture in the lobby. Even with being built in the late 70s, its quite uniquely cool. The acoustics are great and I loved the chandeliers in the concert hall.

Ja
Review №32

Went to Abravanel Hall for a college graduation. Located right in the center of downtown Salt Lake City, this venue is very nice. I was impressed by how large and spacious the venue was. The seats are comfortable and you have a good view of the stage from pretty much everywhere. They have artistic pieces all around the lobby to take pictures on front of. A great staff is friendly and accommodating.

Ca
Review №33

Great evening listening to Women Rock performed by women. Very well done! The workers were friendly, sound fabulous, great music.

Pa
Review №34

It is an amazing venue that is acoustically amazing. Even though its over 40 years old, it still feels timeless and ages well. It has been a delight to attend this hall both as a kid and an adult.

Le
Review №35

Great place I love the beautiful architecture. Worth going.

Na
Review №36

I love this concert hall. I almost left off a star for the awful carpet in the lobby that replaced the old, beautiful green carpet. But giving four instead of five stars for something that trivial would be silly. (Almost as silly as the decision to install vertigo-inducing carpet in the lobby of a concert hall that was perfectly lovely as it was before).

JN
Review №37

Fantastuc venue with impressive Chihuli art.

Ph
Review №38

Love it! Great music. Thanks for letting us hear it.

Mi
Review №39

Wonderful concert, great concert hall. Love that they try to keep concerts moving and mixing it up with different eras of classical music. My students had a blast and I will definitely be going back.Staff was extremely helpful and kind also, cant recommend it enough.

Me
Review №40

Good acoustics and cool lighting options. Coat check is $1, totally worth it, as there isnt much room per seat. There are plenty of doors going in and out of the theater, so getting in and leaving are pretty simple. Small snacks and drinks available, but only bottled water is the only drink allowed in the theater. I would recommend dressing nicer, as this is a classy place with classy events. So many people wearing ripped jeans, trucker hats, and baggy tshirts... come on people, we can do better!

Mi
Review №41

This is a good place to go to a show but their rules and regulations Regarding food and drink are puzzling. Because they have a snack bar outside of the main Hall however they will only let you bring water into the auditorium. That to me seems kind of odd if they dont want people bringing those items in to the thedor then they should not be sold during intermission because the point of most theaters that sell concessions is to have something to enjoy during the performance And it also makes it difficult if a person has to use the mens or womens facility in a timely manner so they dont miss the show they paid for. Because the mens and womens restrooms are very small and there is always a big line. Which means 9 times out of 10 you run the risk of missing a major part of the performance you paid your hard earned money for.

ma
Review №42

In some ways the venue is showing its age, but overall is holding up well. It is always a pleasure to see performances here. Bring a date an enjoy the music.

Ta
Review №43

It is a beautiful performance hall. The seating is comfortable and the performances are wonderful.

Gr
Review №44

Abravanel Hall is gorgeous! Architecturally beautiful and located downtown, its a treat to visit and enjoy music there. The acoustics are wonderful. The staff and volunteers round out the experience, being professional, attentive, and informed.

Ke
Review №45

Great venue and the performances are top-quality. Highly recommend to see something here.

Ke
Review №46

The Utah Symohony plays here. They are a great symphony

Sh
Review №47

This hall was amazing. I came from Ohio for my graduation. This place was really amazing.

So
Review №48

Great place to enjoy the weekend, wonderful Utah symphony and all the guest performance throughout the year. Very warm and friendly atmosphere.

Ro
Review №49

It gets at least a couple stars just for having a Dale Chihuly glass sculpture in the lobby. Its modern, but classic. The facility is aging well. Ive been here a half dozen times over the last 20 years in a variety of seats. Ive always felt they were fair seats for the price. This event was great and I was on the third row. No complaints.Ive been to a couple VIP events, and the side rooms to meet the cast are nice, and the catering is good. I like that they have a wide mixture of artists perform here.

D
Review №50

Went for Star Wars. It was fantastic and so well done.

Ku
Review №51

Very first time I have ever seen a symphony the place was awesome I enjoyed it a lot. For a few hours I forgot I was homeless and enjoyed being a normal human.

Ka
Review №52

Rhapsody in Blue was absolutely amazing!!! This new Unwound thing is going to catch on big time! Speakeasy theme this time, of course, because GERSHWIN! Complete with costumes, cash bar, gold fringe curtains, and meet the performers... Fantastic evening with two encores by the pianist!

Tr
Review №53

My wife bought tickets to singing in the rain, and we had front row ticket. These tickets should not have been sold. First off I really like the movie singing in the rain, but I could only see about half the screen because my view was obstructed by the orchestra. Doubt I will come back to this concert hall.

Ke
Review №54

A wonderful venue to enjoy fine performing arts. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake, there is actually pretty inexpensive and convenient parking nearby. Beautiful venue.

Sc
Review №55

Nice venue. Seats are a bit old and uncomfortable. We had a great time there though.

Co
Review №56

Symphony Hall is a great place to hear Utahs best musicians perform.I had a fun date night with my wife.It was absolutely wonderful!When Rachmaninoff No. 2 played - my wife reached over and put my hand on her tummy.I got to feel my little boy moving about inside of her for the first time, right there in symphony hall.Apparently he loves classical music. What a great memory.

Jo
Review №57

Amazing building and performances! Of you get a chance make sure to check out a symphony here! Very talented.

Ju
Review №58

Such a beautiful theatre. Seating is a bother for the people in the middle seats because they have to cut through a lot of people to get in or out. Glad I got the isle seat. I hope to return soon!

gl
Review №59

The concert we attended to was great, it was tidy and with great space to sit :-) people there was also very nice and helpful!! Definitely a must when in SLC

Em
Review №60

Abravenel Hall is one of my most favorite places in salt lake city. Ive been many times. The acoustics are in credible and the building is extremely beautiful. I plan to go more frequently in the future too, because the Utah Symphony is amazing.This concert was with Audra McDonald, who sings on Broadway. She also brought her traveling band. Her stories were entertaining and her voice was impeccable. Every time I go to the symphony, it feels like very personalized.

Cy
Review №61

Beautiful grand concert hall with amazing acoustics. Very reasonable nearby parking. Great area for tourism, shopping and just wandering around.

Ja
Review №62

The music was great, and this was a very enjoyable venue. It was easy to find the seats, and getting out afterwards went fairly smooth too, although it did get very congested behind my group.

Za
Review №63

Went to go see Star Wars live and was a fantastic show. The venue was great and well staffed.

Ca
Review №64

Great place to perform. congrats to anyone else in the umea state honor choir 2020

Jo
Review №65

Great acoustics. Utah symphony is amazing.

Do
Review №66

Dvoraks New World Symphony was totally awesome, as always! Abravanel Hall was full. I was impressed that so many young people were in attendance! We love the Utah Symphony & Thierry Fischer!!

Er
Review №67

Came here on a 5th grade field trip. Absolutely love listening to the symphony! Havent been in years. Cant wait to go back for a concert.

Ma
Review №68

Always love going to see the symphony. It never disappoints and the staff are always so helpful and easy to talk to.

An
Review №69

A stunning, world class concert hall with a unique Chihuly installation in the foyer. Plenty of parking nearby makes this a wonderful destination for a night on the town.

Va
Review №70

Seen/heard so many good performances here. Gotta love that Utah symphony

Ch
Review №71

I love the symphony and its immense talent. This metal head highly recommends it.

Ka
Review №72

Disappointed that there was a dog sitting in the audience during the concert I attended. It barked multiple times during the show. I have severe animal allergies and had a very severe allergic reaction. This ruined the concert.Animals should not be allowed in these concerts per Utah law. Please contact me for further discussion.Kay Collard

Ty
Review №73

Aside from the show I went and saw, My Brother, My Brother and Me, being the greatest show in my life the venue and service was very clean and professional. It had helpful and friendly staff that were able to answer any questions we might have. The only strange little bit about this venue is the stairs going up in the main hall, axis curves but the stairs do not so be careful not to trip. The Bathrooms were accessible and clean. Amenities for handicapped peoples were available.

An
Review №74

A beautiful hall with gorgeous acoustics; a pleasure to sing in!

Yv
Review №75

Love this place such wonderful events! Celtic Women was amazing as usual keep bringing such special Talent here!! High Kings and Queens Six needs to be next!!!

Co
Review №76

Nice atmosphere. The glass sculpture thing was cool pretty sure that guy was on the Big A once. Remember that show. It was cool

Ka
Review №77

Awesome place to spend your time and money. Beautiful building, everyone is very kind and always willing to help, and the music and acoustics are amazing. Ive been going all my life and each time have been surprised and amazed.

Ca
Review №78

Beautiful hall with great acoustics, and a very satisfying and diverse offering in programming. Most seats are very good. Their ticketing people are lovely to work with. The featured Chihuly glass sculpture is stunning, but needs a bit of careful dusting. Perhaps its not possible...

Co
Review №79

As a preformer I love this place. Its the peak of performance halls in Murray, and their shows are amazing.

sk
Review №80

This was awesome I saw the Harry Potter with live orchestra, life changing!!

Di
Review №81

Live Abravenal Hall! The Women in Rock Symphony concert was FABULOUS! One of the best concerts ever!

Ye
Review №82

Amazing songs! Saw a couple friends as well. If only they could do video game songs I would be down! I would probably go with friends because it is fun that way.

Ho
Review №83

It is not all its cracked up to be. Its not bad but parking is ridiculous add another 20 minutes for that between parking and walking there. It is auditorium seats like at an elementary school and depending on the venue, ie symphony they will not let you in you are late. Hope this is objectively informational

Al
Review №84

Easy to get in and out of. Parking across the street at the mall. Lots of dining options near by.

He
Review №85

Abravanel has fantastic acoustics. Concerts and operas here are wonderful. Seating has issues on the far sides on levels 1 and 2 if you need to see the full stage though. Went to a recent live Harry Potter concert and it was lovely.

As
Review №86

Very beautiful ochestra and the interior is remarkable, the food was good regarding musical theatre wise. All together it was a great experience!

Al
Review №87

My partner and I come to see Harry Potter here and it was amazing! The Utah symphony was incredible and the staff within the hall were incredibly kind.

Ch
Review №88

Best hall by far! The preformers are wonderful and the staff us so very kind to the performers! I wish this hall to never fade away for it is a place of magic and wonder.

Jo
Review №89

It always amazes me how talented they performers are. Love to hear the composed music.

Bi
Review №90

What an exquisite theater! The sculpture in the foyer is breathtaking and the theater itself is awe-inspiring. I have only attended the symphony there twice so far but look forward to attending a great many more performances in the future. And the staff? They were all super knowledgeable, exceedingly kind, and over the top professionals. They really helped make a very special event even more so.

Da
Review №91

There isnt a bad seat here. Amazing acoustics as well. And they have a lot of different performances here, from Alton Brown to a start wars symphony. Great place!

Ja
Review №92

Its very nice to see preforming arts here in salt lake City. The architecture is amazing and the acoustics are very good.

Ju
Review №93

I love this place. Accessible, comfortable, elegant, beautiful. a gem in the heart of Salt Lake City.

Te
Review №94

Had a ball with my 5th grader on her field trip to Abravanel Hall. The Utah Symphony never disappoints!

Wa
Review №95

Music is for the soul! And this is the temple! It cant be more elevating than this!!

Li
Review №96

Although it is no Carnegie Hall, Abravanel Hall is definitely a symphonic performance venue to be proud of. From the minute you walk in, and, indeed, even as you walk up, it is readily obvious that a lot of thought and care went into this building. The construction is beautifully modern and magnificent, yet avoids ostentation. I will readily admit that I have never heard the actual Utah Symphony perform in Abravanel Hall, only guest groups. I can nonetheless promise that the Hall is capable of terrific sound quality. I have both played on the stage and sat in the audience, and both were wonderful experiences. If you have the chance to travel to New York to experience a concert in Carnegie Hall, I would recommend it with all my heart. Theres no comparison. But while youre in Utah, Abravanel Hall makes for a suitable substitute.

We
Review №97

The acoustics in the concert hall are fantastic, and the aesthetic of the hall itself is also exquisite. Thee general ambience of the facility is high class, and very well maintained. There are no bad seats available; productions can be well enjoyed from anywhere within the concert hall.

Fr
Review №98

Beautifu place. We went to see Sarah Brightman in concert and it was great.

Wh
Review №99

Beautiful concert tonight. I love coming here and I love the different pieces they choose.

An
Review №100

Casting Crowns concert was AMAZING! The acoustics there were perfect!

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  • Address:123 W S Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, United States
  • Site:https://www.saltlakecountyarts.org/venues/abravanel-hall/
  • Phone:+1 385-468-1010
Categories
  • Concert hall
Highlights
  • Live performances:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
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