Located in the heart of downtown, on the bustling Market Street, the Peabody Opera House is a premier opera house and theater in the city. The venue's history reaches as far back as 1934, when it was opened as the Kiel Opera House, and since then it has featured prominently in the music and theater events scene of the city. The building boasts an Art Deco style of architecture, with an impression of the Beaux-Arts style also evident in its features. In all, the opera house has a capacity of 4,500 in a theater-style setting, with the theater alone accommodating about 3,100 guests. A fine example of the city's cultural wealth, the Peabody Opera House is buzzing with events all year round. See the website to know more.
Named after the Gaslight Square which was once comparable to New Orlean's Bourbon Street, The Gaslight Theater is one of the only remaining cultural venues in this neighborhood. It is a lively venue for theater, musical performances and the like. Plays tend towards burlesque and several stand-up comedy acts can also be found performing here. After renovation, this intimate theater now accommodates 99 people in the audience and can be rented for events.
The Pageant, a concert venue featuring an eclectic mix of live music, has showcased artists such as Gomez, The Thrills and Lucinda Williams. This space is intimate, ensuring a unique concert experience shared between audience and performer. The open floor is perfect for grooving to the music but there is also a balcony with seats for guests that are looking to get a clearer view in a more relaxed setting.
This award-winning branch of the Funny Bone Comedy Club was established in 1981, which makes it the first of the club's many locations across the country. The featured acts here promise to keep the audiences rolling with laughter, whilst contributing to charity. The spacious seating arrangement makes room for hundreds of patrons. One can enjoy the laugh riot on display with a selection of tasty appetizers such as hot wings, chicken fingers, nachos and the crowd favorite, mini burrito. The assortment of mixed drinks, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages make for ideal accompaniments. A fun-filled evening, replete with top-notch comedic entertainment and delicious snacks, is guaranteed here at West Port Funny Bone.