Must-see entertainment in Eastern USA

  • Starlight Theatre

    Nantucket

    Nantucket's 90-seat theater screens indie and other award-winning films. It's also a venue for live entertainment on summer weekends. It's attached to a…

  • Byrd Theater

    Richmond

    You can't beat the price at this classic 1928 cinema, which shows second-run films and longtime favorites. Wurlitzer-organ concerts precede the Saturday…

  • Lucas Oil Stadium

    Indianapolis

    Where the NFL's Colts play football under a huge retractable roof.

  • Joy Theater

    New Orleans

    This intimate little art deco–style theater is a joy (ha ha) and hosts acts ranging from comedy to brass band shows to EDM (electronic dance music)…

  • Amway Center

    Orlando

    The Orlando Magic (National Basketball Association), the Orlando Predators (Arena Football League) and the Orlando Solar Bears (East Coast Hockey League)…

  • Nietzsche's

    Buffalo

    Practically the last of its kind in a fast gentrifying area, this dive bar with live music every night is holding out against the new cocktail bars of…

  • Mickey’s Backyard Barbecue

    Walt Disney World

    The only dinner theater with Disney characters. Join in on country-and-western singin', ho-down style-stompin' and goofy Mickey antics at this Disney…

  • Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra

    Orlando

    Classics, pop, opera and more, including family-friendly events, performed at venues in and around Orlando, including outdoor performances at Loch Haven…

  • Proud Larry's

    Mississippi

    On the Square, this iconic music venue hosts consistently good bands. It also does a nice pub-grub business at lunch and dinner before the stage lights…

  • Xcel Energy Center

    Minnesota

    Home ice for the Minnesota Wild professional ice-hockey team. In the off season, Xcel also hosts the occasional mega concert. Buy tickets at the box…

  • Higher Ground

    Burlington

    Two miles east of downtown, this beloved midsize live-music venue brings big-name acts to Burlington, along with local talent from all over the Northeast.

  • Brave New Workshop Theatre

    Minneapolis

    An established venue for musical comedy, revue, improv and satire. See the website for a current program. Buy tickets online or at the theater box office.

  • Johnny Brenda's

    Philadelphia

    One of the hubs of Philly's indie-rock scene, this is a great small venue with a balcony, plus a solid restaurant and bar with equally indie-minded beers.

  • Irish Repertory Theatre

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This repertory troupe, based in a Chelsea warehouse, showcases the finest contributions to the theater world from the Irish and Irish-American community.

  • Rust Belt

    Illinois

    Moline's premier live music venue occupies the former East Moline Metal Products factory. With a capacity of 4000, it hosts both local and big-name acts.

  • American Stage

    St Petersburg

    One of the Tampa Bay area's most highly regarded regional theater companies presents American classics and recent Tony winners, along with improv comedy.

  • Signal

    Chattanooga

    Up-and-coming country and indie acts take the stage at this new 1300-person venue. Other than a few cocktail tables in back, it's standing room only.

  • American Players Theatre

    Wisconsin

    It stages classical productions at an outdoor amphitheater in the woods. Bring a picnic – it's tradition to hang out and nibble before the show.

  • Betty's Grill

    Nashville

    Smoke-friendly and cash-only, Betty's Grill is one of Nashville's most authentic dives. Come for the nightly live music and inexpensive bar food.

  • Mahaffey Theater

    St Petersburg

    The gorgeous, 2031-seat Mahaffey Theater hosts a wide range of performing arts, from touring comedy acts to Broadway, dance, orchestras and more.

  • Ark

    Michigan

    The Ark hosts acoustic and folk-oriented musicians, including many big names. No seat is more than 50 feet from the stage in this intimate club.

  • Playhouse Square

    Cleveland

    Several stages comprise the elegant performing arts center, which hosts theater, opera and ballet. Check the website for $10 'Smart Seats.'

  • Baltimore Soundstage

    Baltimore

    Check the calendar for nationally touring up-and-coming performers, from rap artists to country singers, rock-and-rollers to folk crooners.

  • Infinity Music Hall & Bistro

    Connecticut

    This beautiful beaux-arts building with original stage brings top acoustic, blues, jazz and folks acts to Norfolk from New York and beyond.

  • Hi-Tone Cafe

    Memphis

    In new digs in Crosstown, this unassuming little dive is one of the city's best places to hear live local bands and touring indie acts.

  • Union Transfer

    Philadelphia

    Opened in 2011, this music hall is one of the best spaces in Philly for bigger-name bands, with eclectic bookings and good bar service.

  • House of Blues

    Walt Disney World

    Top acts visit this national chain serving Southern cooking and blues. It's particularly popular for the Sunday Gospel Brunch buffet.

  • Chatterbox Jazz Club

    Indianapolis

    This historic bar and its grungy interior is one of Indy's best for live jazz and was one of the anchors of Mass Ave's rejuvenation.

  • Prejean's

    Cajun Country

    Prejean's serves Cajun dining mainstays and features live Cajun music starting at 7pm every evening, and from 11am to 1pm on Sunday.

  • Spectrum Center

    Charlotte

    The Charlotte venue of choice for the biggest music tours, this 20,000-seat arena is also the home of the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets.

  • Huntington Park

    Ohio

    The Columbus Clippers (minor league team of the Cleveland Indians) bats at this stadium downtown. Games are inexpensive and a blast.

  • Waterfront Playhouse

    Key West

    Catch high-quality musicals and dramas from the oldest-running theater troupe in Florida. The season runs November through April.

  • Community Bandstand Series

    New Hampshire

    Gather by the lake for live music at the bandstand. You'll hear everything from Americana to big band to rock-n-roll tributes.

  • Newport Polo Club

    Newport

    In summer, come to watch the club's polo matches (check the website for dates) to get an authentic taste of Newport high life.

  • State Theatre

    St Petersburg

    Up-and-coming bands of all stripes, and occasional national acts, play this restored art-deco theater (built in 1927).

  • Beachland Ballroom

    Cleveland

    Edgy young bands play at this vintage, neon-bathed venue east of downtown in the on-the-rise Collinwood neighborhood.

  • Zanie's Comedy Club

    Nashville

    This 30-year-old veteran is still going strong, offering a diverse line-up of local, rising and big-name comedy acts.

  • Theatre 99

    Charleston

    Performances and classes in improv comedy. Very funny stuff, to the point where locals drop in multiple times a week.

  • Charleston Music Hall

    Charleston

    An intimate performance venue with great acoustics and not a bad seat in the house. Ideal for live music or theater.

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