Evansville Performing Arts Venues

Broadway touring companies, symphony orchestras and nationally-known performers . . .

For your entertainment, Evansville Indiana has several local venues where performances in music, live theater, dance, and other performing arts can be seen.

One of the best-known is the Victory Theatre, which has recently undergone a $20,000,000 renovation and resembles a 1920's style theater. It is home to the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and also hosts several concerts, Broadway shows, local ballet, and modern dance companies.

Another favorite location is the Mesker Amphitheatre, a scenic outdoor venue which seats 8,500 people. The Mesker Amphitheatre hosts outdoor concerts and special events, including the Mesker Movie Series, a summer event featuring outdoor movies shown after dark.

Read our list for more information about these and other performing arts venues.

Evansville performing arts venues listed by distance from the hotel:

Victory Theatre   •   6.0 mi

600 Main St, Evansville, IN    (812) 423-7222
The Victory Theatre is a 1,950-seat that hosts a variety of concerts, Broadway shows, and children's programming. It is also home to the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and hosts local ballet and modern dance companies. Recently renovated, the theatre has nostalgic 1920's features. The Victory Theatre is located on Evansville's beautiful downtown cobblestone walkway.
Website: http://www.smgevansville.com/victory/victory.html

Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra   •   6.0 mi

600 Main St, Evansville, IN    (812) 423-7222
The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra is a local organization that features internationally renowned soloists and talented local artists. Each year, the orchestra presents a seven-concert classics series, four double pops performances, and special event concerts, as well as numerous educational and outreach performances.
Website: http://www.evansvillephilharmonic.org/2007-2008-special-events/

Evansville Auditorium and Convention Centre - "The Centre"  •   6.7 mi

715 Locust Street, Evansville, IN     (812) 435-5770
The Evansville Auditorium and Convention Centre, also known as "The Centre", is a huge event center in Evansville. It features a beautiful auditorium, a spacious exhibit hall, an elegant ballroom, and several meeting rooms. A wide variety of concerts, plays, and other special events are held at the 2,500-seat auditorium.
Website: http://www.smgevansville.com/centre/centre.html

Roberts Municipal Stadium   •   5.9 mi

2600 Division St, Evansville, IN     (812) 476-1383
Roberts Stadium is a 12,500 seat multi-purpose arena in Evansville, Indiana. It is home to the University of Evansville men's and women's basketball teams, and hosts numerous concerts, family shows, national and regional sporting events and trade show exhibits each year. Recently renovated, the stadium includes the Corridor of Champions in the concourse area to give visitors glimpse at the rich history of sports in Evansville. Also available is full service catering and a meeting room accommodating up to 400 people.
Website: http://www.smgevansville.com/roberts/roberts.html

Civic Theatre   •  6.6 mi

717 N Fulton Ave, Evansville, IN    (812) 425-2800
The Evansville Civic Theatre, a non-profit community theatre in Evansville, Indiana presents local productions featuring musical reviews, comedies, and drama. Now in its 82nd year, the Civic Theatre has had many homes, from a high school audtorium in the 1920's to its current location on Fulton Avenue. The Civic Theatre is presents high-quality theatrical productions, and provides an creative environment and educational programming for all members of the community. For information about current productions, please call or visit their website.
Website: http://www.civic.evansville.net/

Mesker Amphitheatre   •   7.1 mi

1551 Mesker Park Dr, Evansville, IN    (812) 428-0466
Mesker Amphitheatre is a popular outdoor entertainment venue that offers seating for 8,500 people (3,000 on the lawn and 5,500 reserved seats). Outdoor concerts and special events are held at this scenic amphitheatre, including movies shown after dark in the summer during the Mesker Movie Series.
Website: http://www.smgevansville.com/mesker/mesker.html

University of Southern Indiana Theatre   •   7.8 mi

3001 Igleheart Ave, Evansville, IN    (812) 422-3970
This USI Theatre is used for productions by the theatre arts students at University of Southern Indiana. For information about current productions, please call or visit their website.
Website: http://www.usi.edu/libarts/Arts/Theatre/USItheatre/directions.asp