Must-see entertainment in The USA

  • Children's Theatre Company

    Minneapolis

    This local troupe is so good it won a Tony award for 'outstanding regional theater.' The production values are first-rate. Buy tickets online or at the…

  • Busch Stadium

    St Louis

    The Cardinals play in this fun, retro stadium, opened in 2006. Second only to the New York Yankees in World Series wins (11), the Cardinals last won the…

  • 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…

  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center

    Santa Cruz

    Hosting jazz luminaries since 1975, this nonprofit theater is for serious jazz cats snapping their fingers for famous-name performers in an electrically…

  • San Diego Symphony

    San Diego

    This accomplished orchestra presents classical and family concerts at Jacobs Music Center. Look for summer concerts at Embarcadero Marina Park South.

  • Ashkenaz

    Berkeley

    Ashkenaz is a ‘music and dance community center’ attracting activists, hippies and fans of folk, swing, world music and more who love to dance (lessons…

  • 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…

  • The Temecula Stampede

    San Diego

    Large country-and-western–style dance hall offering free early-evening line-dancing lessons, plus live music, mechanical bull-riding and a touch of rock…

  • 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)…

  • Lucas Oil Stadium

    Indianapolis

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

  • Amway Center

    Orlando

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

  • AT&T Center

    San Antonio

    The San Antonio Spurs basketball team plays home games at this indoor arena. It's also the setting for concerts and rodeos.

  • St Louis Symphony Orchestra

    St Louis

    Located at Powell Hall, a grand red-and-gold-hued theater that dates to 1925. There's a good balance of classical concerts and pop-culture-inspired…

  • Escape Room Park City

    Park City

    An entertainment center where participants are put in locked rooms to solve mysteries spun around several themes such as a collapsed silver mine. Very…

  • 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…

  • Iowa Cubs

    Iowa

    One of the most popular AAA minor league baseball teams in the country, the Iowa Cubs have a proudly loyal fan base and play in a modern fan-friendly…

  • 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…

  • Egyptian Theatre Company

    Park City

    The restored 1926 theater is a primary venue for Sundance; the rest of the year it hosts plays, musicals and concerts.

  • Jean Cocteau Cinema

    Santa Fe

    Revived by George RR Martin in 2013, this is the top cinema in town for indie flicks; also has book signings, occasional live concerts and an in-theater…

  • Tucson Symphony Orchestra

    Tucson

    One of the state's leading ensembles, the TSO plays at the Tucson Music Hall and other venues from September to May.

  • Arcata Theatre

    North Coast & Redwoods

    An exquisite remodeling has revived this old school movie house, which shows cult classics, rock documentaries, silent films and more. Plus, it serves…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Lobero Theatre

    Santa Barbara

    One of California’s oldest theaters (founded in 1873) presents modern dance, chamber music, jazz and world-music touring acts and stand-up comedy nights.

  • Berkeley Repertory Theatre

    Berkeley

    This highly respected company has produced bold versions of classical and modern plays since 1968. Most shows have half-price tickets for patrons under 30.

  • Toyota Center

    Houston

    Basketball fans can watch the NBA’s Houston Rockets (www.nba.com/rockets) at this huge, modern arena which also hosts big-name concerts.

  • 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.

  • Fox Theatre

    Tucson

    It’s always worth checking out what’s on at the deco Fox Theatre, a gloriously glittery venue for classic and modern movies, music, theater and dance.

  • 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.

  • Oakland A’s

    Oakland

    When the San Francisco Giants are away, the Oakland A’s are usually home, which expands the possibilities for those desperate for a summer baseball fix.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 924 Gilman

    Berkeley

    This volunteer-run and booze-free all-ages space is a West Coast punk-rock institution. Check the online calendar for upcoming shows on weekend nights.

  • Moe's Alley

    Santa Cruz

    In a way-out industrial wasteland, this joint puts on live sounds almost every night: jazz, blues, reggae, roots, salsa and acoustic world-music jams.

  • Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

    Portland

    This beautiful, if not acoustically brilliant, downtown venue, built in 1928, hosts a wide range of shows, lectures, concerts and other performances.

  • Dallas Opera

    Dallas

    This top-notch arts organization performs at the Winspear Opera House in the AT&T Performing Arts Center.

  • 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.

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