Reviews of The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts. (Performing Arts Theater) in Minneapolis (Minnesota).

The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts

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The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts

Performing arts theater

528 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts

Andrew Tompsett

Visited for the holiday variety show “Who Brought the Humbug”. Loved the show and loved my experience at the Cowles Center. Doesn’t seem like there is a bad seat in the house.

Jason Christenson

Very beautiful venue, well staffed and much more intimate than your typical theater. The chairs are smaller and closer than other theaters. The lobby has a bar and is pretty small. Parking is not easy - come early and plan to spend $15-20. The parking at Embassy Suites hotel is probably your best bet. Overall, a neat experience and worth a visit!

Jethra Kapp

I am grateful that this venue is continuing to stream live performances! I "attended" Solo on Saturday night, and I watched it from the comfort of my own home and didn't have to worry about parking.

Dr. Raye Taylor

I have only been too a performance here once, but my experience was great. Parking is the usual for downtown events, but super close to rail for a savvy visitor! The reception area is pleasant, contemporary, and lit with the ambiance of the bustling street contrasting the lobby chic. Reception personnel were engaging, hosts were very knowledgeable and helpful. Theater was nice, classic feel, good acoustics, lighting, etc. But fyi-seats are paired, meaning, if you got 3 seats, there would be a gap between 2 of you (out of you are a couple, u may be split--but it seemed everyone was great about shuffling) The performance was phenomenal, but I can't judge to center based on the "show" other than to presume a center that chooses its events of a certain caliber would be a reflection on the center. The performance was entertaining, beautiful, sad, but most critically it was unique, raw, inspiring, relevant, and poignant. This first impression is a very positive reflection on the arts here.

Brian Wene

05/24/2019 Quite an enjoyable experience in the Tek Box seeing "It’s All Real. It’s All Fake. It’s All DaNCEBUMS," performed by DaNCEBUMS. Very comfortable seats with a great stage makes for superior performance viewing. Highly recommended for exceptional dance performances!

Michael Gauer

I love this theater. Great dance show put on by Black Label Movement. Canary, Crimson, then Emerald.

Michel Gagneau

Great venue for dance and plays. No bad seats.

Peter Goldberg

Comfortably sized venue with an intimate feel but a big enough crowd to create lots of excitement when applauding. The show, Who Brought the Humbug, was a great mixture of tap dancing and song. The performances were great, and the guests created an intriguing and unique unscripted performance that was delightful. I really appreciated this experience and I looking for additional shows to see here.

Nicky Kuhn

Lovely little theater. Every seat is a great seat. Would definitely go to more shows and performances.

Margot Kelsey

Beautiful space, we attended a ballet at this venue. Good visibility, comfortable seats. The only complaint was there were not enough people working concessions for intermission, the line was so long we missed the first few minutes getting back. It was so hot in the venue at the time, waiting to buy the bottle of water was a necessity at intermission.

Larry Nielsen

This old theater is a good example of days gone by. The stage looked workable and the acoustics are fine. I was given seats in the balcony. I use a walker and had to be escorted to the elevator in the next building. Doors were unlocked to allow my passage. Discovered that the only way to a rest room or the elevator was locked. Trapped! Marred a great performance of Candide.

Chelsie GawneMark

What a great venue with helpful and friendly staff! There isn't a bad seat in the house--the rows are correctly stacked to make even the vertically challenged right at home. The performance I saw was a Minneapolis Ballet production that included a modern Frankenstein and a stunning classical piece. I hope that the ballet program continues to grow. Beautiful performance. There's snacks and drinks on premises. Parking can be found in the paid lot across the street for roughly 12 dollars depending on time and show length.

Jessica Raleigh

Beautiful venue and dance studios.

Maggi Heyer

The cowles center is a wonderful venue for watching dance. The sight lines are great, even in the balcony. I love the mix of modern and classic aesthetics. My only caution is that parking in that area can be a bit difficult, take light rail if you can.

Joseph Partyka jr.

Have never been in but have a cousins that use facility for dance class pre covid. They only had good things to say. I hope that minneapolis can keep this open great place for dancers and people who are into this type of stuff. Great for the community.

John Wheby

Very nice venue, right in the middle of everything in Minneapolis. Excellent acoustics and good views from just about anywhere you are seated. A very short 1/2 block walk from the Metro Blue line (Wharehouse District/Hennepin Ave stop) and convenient parking next door or within one block.

Alisha Blazevic

Gorgeous facility. The Goodale Theatre within the Cowles Center is beautiful. Not a bad seat in the house. However, if you are bringing a child or teen, the first 2 rows will put their eye level below the stage. This was challenging for watching tap dance performances. The studios adjacent to the Cowles Center (Tek Box, 5B, Target studio) were impressive large spaces. Within feet of both the light rail and bus line. Ample parking ($$$) within easy walking distance. Not an upper echelon neighborhood, and this was NOT an issue.

Jean Johnson

We saw the Twin Cities Ballet of Minnesota performance of Pink Floyd's The Wall: A Rock Ballet. It was a sold out performance. My whole family rated 5 stars. For some, it was a first ballet, for all it is definitely not the last.

valerie castile

Office building, with a Happy hour bar The Gold Room, Great Music ,drinks and A Delicious assortment of Appetizers

stacie hart

Saw Who brought the humbug. Outstanding show. The level of talent and the enjoyment that the people in the show had by ways of theirs smiles was OVER THE FRICKIN TOP. WOW thank you for this beautiful show💖💖💖 …

David Drown

I work here occasionally. Went in to set up a show for the Mn. Opera. Great little theatre I want to say about 900 seats very intimate experience. Please check it out, enjoy.

Adrieanna Bettie

Elevators are horrible. I once got locked in the stairwell so I won't do that again. Parking is okay if you find a street space, or give up your 1st born for the lot prices. I go every Saturday for my daughters dance class.

Ini Augustine

Under construction, but still open.

Gary Ramberg

Mix Tape III was excellent. Still one more show tomorrow, get out and see it. The Cowles Center is a Great Performing ArtsTheater venue!

Pheng Vu

Came here to watch a Hmong ballet titled: Diaspora. You were able to see the stage clearly, no matter where you sat!

Joyce Fitzgerald

Beautiful theater, classes in any dance genre you want to study, practice spaces to meet many needs, excellent performance schedule every season

Adam Cameron

The Cowles Center is an awesome way to spend an evening. It’s am updated space with nice seating, and the events are wonderful. You should totally go here 🥳 …

Samuel Peck

smart people, great venue, awesome performance! I wish I could get them all the funding they could ask for

Ted Sothern

This is a wonderful theater for dance! Programming includes most of the best local dance troupes, which means a wide variety of styles and disciplines.

Army Matt

Wonderful time at the ballet. Already planning on going back for more events.

Mary Jo DeRusha

Saw a fun tap dancing play over Christmas. Very entertaining and I won a t shirt!

Jim Hofer

Nice place if you are a dancer

aaron anderson

Nice feel. Classy vibe. Fun entertainment.

Barbara Rose

Very intimate setting for a show. Saw the Minnesota Chorale perform Carmina Burana along with the Minnesota dance company. Amazing performance!

Jesse Rose

I take ballet classes here. Its a pretty building. The area can feel a little sketchy at night But there's a train stop there so it's very convient

kcroyals fan

Wonderful place to see a show, with a gorgeous view to boot. Would highly recommend to any theater-goer.

Michael Turnbull

Great place, all the seats are good. Only disappointment was that the bar was closed for Saturday matinee but maybe that's always the case.

Kristen Vunderhooven

Not a bad seat in the place. Very comfortable seating and offer a variety of performances. Very close to walking and restaurants.

Maggie Ripsin

I have seen performances there on many occasions. The sound is good. Lighting is good and the seats are comfortable.

Michelle Chaput

Wonderful place tinder local performers....headed back tonight for twin cities ballet ...pink Floyd the wall....can't wait and it's even some out!

Ellen Keane

An amazing venue for dance and I'm so happy they have embraced the Twin Cities Tap Festival

Patricia Noren

Wonderful place to view dance events. Every seat is fantastic.

Jacob Edholm

Many local arts organizations call this place home. There's even a few theatres hidden up on the floors including the JSB TEK BOX.

Mark Gilbert

Great place to see dance performances. Not a bad seat in the house.

Kirk Davis

Beautiful complex in Minnespolis. Large open lobby area provides easy access to facilities.

Adam Southam

Wonderful and intimate venue with some of the best dance and ballet performances in America

GERALD TIMM

Great theater and show. Amped up security outside appreciated.

Kristen Diehl

Zenon rocks! Best dance lessons in town!

deanna alevizos

Great job Yuki!!!

A Maiers

Very inviting space, great for all different types of dancers

Ariane Laxo

The Cowles is a wonderful event venue - we love working with them for TEDxMinneapolis.

Rosanna Hudgins

I was there for the premier screening of OUT NORTH. The old Schubert theatre is lovely.

David Heitzman

Good venue. Fun show. Walking distance from light rail.

Tristen Spencer

Amazing venue to see some great dance performances.

Robert Kenyon

Saw a ballet here...amazing!!! Super space and venue.

Zach Johnson

Great venue! Love the art we have in the TC

Roger Kuhn

Perfect place in size, location, and ambiance for the event we attended.

Chris Lindemann

Visually pleasing, nice layout, seats comfy even for large humans, concession workers clueless

Amikogaabawiikwe

Saw Nutcracker (not so) Suite and it was amazing! There isn't a bad seat in the house!

Thomas Williams

Once you get in the door, it's great. It can be a bit dodgy from the parking lot to the door.

Hannah Marx

Very attentive staff. Was a beautiful venue to watch Zenon Dance Company

Hinze Francis

Tek box is a great venue. Beautiful lighting and sound

Aeron Ridgeway

This is a great place to meet the local dance community or just take a class.

Teresa Catherson

Great sight lines, helpful ushers, good sound. Lots of nearby restaurants.

Cami Ponzio

The Youth Shakespeare Theater is amazing!

Francesse Estimé

I had a fabulous time hanging with friends and listening to great musics

Dave Burton

Amazing performance tonight with minnesota dance theater

Chris Walker

Loved seeing our musical theatre. collide

Amy Warner

Beautiful venue ... Great show 👍 …

Thom Costa

Great place to go see a theater performance

Eric Scott

Enjoyed the Twin Cities Ballet's performance of The Wall.

Kevin Vann

Awesome

Kelley Francis

The tek box is a beautiful space which lends itself in great visuals

Darren Allen

Always an enjoyable experience. To witness creativity is always a win win.

Michelle Lindau

Beautiful facility for dance and theater. Hotspot of the community

Doug Dill

What a wonderful venue for music. I'll go again.

Oliver Fanz

Great location for MN Opera' performance of Fellow Traveler

Tim Bednar

It has really good people there they are so nice

jeffrey

Great place to see a show!

Gregory G

Great performance!

Bijoux P.

Friendly, affordable studio spaces for artsit!

Alton Glay

Great theatre, enjoy the view

Shane Torvik

Fancy. A lot of old people go here, while I was forced to for a choir grade.

Charles Weiss

Nice place.

Rickard Simon

Excellent location for the performing arts.

Sarah Rickert

A great spot to take in great dance.

GODDESS CYHNA DE'NICE JACKSON

I love how they work with the public

Erik Riese

Great dance venue.

Tab Fellows

Beautiful friendly venue.

Raül Perales

So great to be there in February 2017!!

Andre Prowizor

Great Minneapolis theater for Dance

Brent Larson

Really cool ballerina show

Lindsey Hunter

Such potential in this space...just not well utilized.

william braun

Saw a performance; nice performance space.

Rose Davis

Grandson graduated nice programs

Steven Frederickson

Very nice venue

Tula Pelerine

Intimate seating and hometown support.

Michelle Weber

Awesome place, neat companies in it

Kathy Gaalaas

Always a great time!

mark ruark

Gorgeous venue.

Dan Vogel

TedX Minneapolis was Great

Phillip Jares

Fabulous performance!

verner johnson

Candide was great

Sarah George

Cute little theater

Paul Sortland

Absolutely the best!

Ameet Kamath

Amazing programming.

K J

A+

Warren Hess

Nice theater

Mara

Fun atmosphere

Taina

Beautiful center..

Neeraj Chopra

Love the place

Cathleen Myren

Great show, nice venue.

Shalini Saravanan

I really enjoyed the performance I saw here. The seating was clean and organized. The only thing is the bar area is kinda overpriced but I understand that's not the central focus here.