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Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes view to learn about the secrets and stories that make our theatre unique! Explore this national historic landmark designed by famed architects Louis Sullivan and Dankmar Adler like never before. Be awed by taking a closer look at the brilliant 24-karat gold-leafed ceiling arches and the beautifully restored artwork throughout our building.
The Auditorium is also able to accommodate private tours for larger groups. If you would like to have a private backstage tour, please fill out this form 
.
Tours are approximately 80-90 minutes in length.
The Britannia Panopticon is generally open Thursdays through Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm. Check with venue for special events and restrictions.
The Los Angeles Conservancy runs weekly tours of the Broadway Historic Theatre District. Subject to availability, the tour visits the interiors of one or more of the following theatres: Los Angeles Theatre, the United Theater on Broadway (formerly United Artists Theatre and The Theatre at Ace Hotel), Orpheum Theatre.
Access is not guaranteed to any theatres due to events programming and logistics on the day so call ahead for details if you are concerned.
Tours run every Saturday at 10am and last approximately 2.5 hours. Tickets $10.
Go on a history-filled journey, from the inception of this majestic venue in 1921, all the way to its present-day incarnation as a premiere entertainment venue. The Marquee Tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby, sweeping staircase and majestic auditorium. Tour guests have the chance to stand on the famous Chicago Theatre stage, plus view artist signatures on the dressing room walls, including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Dolly Parton and so many more!
Tours run Fridays at 12pm and Saturdays at 12pm and 2pm. Duration approximately 60 mins. Please note tour content is subject to change based on events in the building and that some tours can take up to 75 mins. There is no stage or dressing room access on concert days.
Tickets: Adults $20; Children (12 & under), Students (with valid ID), and Seniors (65 and older): $15. For groups (15+) call (212) 465-6080 or email Group.Sales@msg.com .
Tour content, prices, dates, and times are subject to change without notice. Tours are offered on a first come, first served basis and are subject to availability.
Broadway In Chicago offers a public tour of our theatres every Saturday at 11am. Each tour visits two of our three theatres: the Nederlander (previously Oriental_ Theatre, the Cadillac Palace and the CIBC Theatre. The tour showcases the glittering vintage décor inspired by the foremost theatre designers of our time, who created through their designs in the French Renaissance styling. You will also learn about the cutting edge technology that makes each theatre the home to today’s most complex theatrical productions and the recent restorations that brought beauty and elegance back to these century-old theatres.
Step Beyond The Red Carpet! Experience all of the renowned elegance and celebrity glamour that the Home of the Academy Awards® has to offer!
See an Oscar® statuette, visit our Dolby Lounge and other exclusive celebrity hot spots, plus view images from previous Academy Awards® ceremonies.
Tour is a thirty minute walking tour that includes several flights of stairs. Disabled guests can be easily accommodated, but please advise the theatre at the time of ticket purchase.
The Dolby Theatre is an operating facility with a busy performance schedule. Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to performance schedules. For more information, please contact Dolby Theatre customer service at (323) 308-6300.
Learm the history and magic of Disney’s premiere movie theatre with a behind-the-scenes guided tour!
Tickets: $20 (all ages). Tours run Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and are approximately 45 minutes, all subject to theatre operations.
Advanced reservation required; reservations are limited. Call 1-800-DISNEY-6 or email Disney.Movie.Tickets@disney.com to book.
As of mid-2022, tours run twice a week: Tuesdays at 11am and Friday at 10am. These dates/times should be used as a guide only; for the most up-to-date information check the final schedule on the Tours section of the theatre’s website which also includes any blackout dates. Tours last approximately 1 hour 30 minutes and include some stairs. Reservations are required and tickets can be purchased in advance from the theatre’s website or directly from Broadway Up Close . As of January 2022 pricing is $54 Adult and $49 Child (12 and younger).
Groups have the option of reserving a private tour on an alternate date. Private tour dates are subject to availability; call (646) 975-4619 or email infohudson@theambassadors.com to make your group tour reservation.
The Music Center Symphonians, who are voluntary docents for The Music Center, offers a 90-minute docent-led tour of The Music Center’s four theatres: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum and Walt Disney Concert Hall.
You can learn about the history and architecture of each of the theatres along with Jerry Moss Plaza and hear about how each of those spaces are enriched with incredible arts experiences. Find out about artistic presentations by Center Theatre Group, the Los Angeles Master Chorale, LA Opera, LA Phil and TMC Arts, including the Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center dance residencies, concerts, arts learning experiences and free and low-cost events on Jerry Moss Plaza. View artwork from across the globe including sculptures, tapestries, paintings and antiques from the 17th century to the present.
Hear the stories collected through The Music Center’s nearly 60 years as the heart of Los Angeles County’s cultural life. Tours generally run every day however depend on visiting companies.
For an up-to-date tour scheduled visit the Music Center’s Symphonian Tour page .
Go behind the scenes of the Showplace of the Nation! Take a guided tour of Radio City Music Hall, discover art deco masterpieces, learn the history of the iconic Great Stage and even meet a Radio City Rockette®*.
Tours run Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday to Saturday from 9:30am to 5pm, departing every half hour. The tour lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Adults: $42. Children (12 & under), Students (with valid ID) and Seniors (65 and older): $38. For groups (15+) call (212) 465-6080 or email Group.Sales@msg.com .
Advance tickets are available for purchase online through Ticketmaster, as well as in-person at the Box Office located on 6th Avenue at the corner of 50th Street. Tickets are available up to 1 hour prior to the start of the tour.
Tours will be closed on certain days due to performance requirements. Check the website for the most up-to-date information.
* Tour content, prices, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Tours are offered on a first come, first served basis and are subject to availability. When an event is in progress there may be limited access to the seating area inside the Music Hall and the Hydraulics area. Furthermore, tours may only be able to view the Auditorium from a private viewing area.
The TCL Chinese Theatres Tour is the only tour in Hollywood where you learn the history of our cinema palace from inside and out. The Tour features stories and fun facts from the theatres beginnings to today, ranging from Hollywood premieres, to imprint ceremonies of your favorite celebrities in the Forecourt of the Stars.
So step off the red carpet and walk through the golden doors of this Movie Palace of the Stars on our exclusive 30 minute Walking Tour. A visit to Hollywood is not complete without this stroll through Hollywood movie history.
Tours are offered 7 days a week excluding special events. Please call for up-to-date availability (323) 463-9576 or email tours@chinesetheatres.com. Group rates are available.
Uncover our rich past and vibrant present following the major redevelopment of the Citizens Theatre.
Over 90 minutes, you’ll be guided through our front-of-house areas, uncovering hidden corners, restored features, and brand-new spaces. Along the way, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of theatre-making, past and present.
Learn about legendary productions, backstage innovations, and the community spirit that has defined the Citz.
Tickets £8. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Uncover our rich past and vibrant present following the major redevelopment of the Citizens Theatre.
Over 90 minutes, you’ll be guided through our front-of-house areas, uncovering hidden corners, restored features, and brand-new spaces. Along the way, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of theatre-making, past and present.
Learn about legendary productions, backstage innovations, and the community spirit that has defined the Citz.
Tickets £8. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Uncover our rich past and vibrant present following the major redevelopment of the Citizens Theatre.
Over 90 minutes, you’ll be guided through our front-of-house areas, uncovering hidden corners, restored features, and brand-new spaces. Along the way, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of theatre-making, past and present.
Learn about legendary productions, backstage innovations, and the community spirit that has defined the Citz.
Tickets £8. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.
The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.
Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the The King’s Theatre is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before & grab some historical facts along the way.
King’s Theatre Glasgow opened in 1904 and has played host to top stars and shows ever since. The King’s provides Glasgow’s flourishing amateur groups with a high profile stage and was the location for the opening ceremony of Glasgow’s European City of Culture events in 1990. Above all, it continues to pack in appreciative audiences performance after performance and throughout the year.
Tours last around 1 hour. If you need more information, email clglasgow@theambassadors.com .
Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the The King’s Theatre is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before & grab some historical facts along the way.
King’s Theatre Glasgow opened in 1904 and has played host to top stars and shows ever since. The King’s provides Glasgow’s flourishing amateur groups with a high profile stage and was the location for the opening ceremony of Glasgow’s European City of Culture events in 1990. Above all, it continues to pack in appreciative audiences performance after performance and throughout the year.
Tours last around 1 hour. If you need more information, email clglasgow@theambassadors.com .
Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the The King’s Theatre is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before & grab some historical facts along the way.
King’s Theatre Glasgow opened in 1904 and has played host to top stars and shows ever since. The King’s provides Glasgow’s flourishing amateur groups with a high profile stage and was the location for the opening ceremony of Glasgow’s European City of Culture events in 1990. Above all, it continues to pack in appreciative audiences performance after performance and throughout the year.
Tours last around 1 hour. If you need more information, email clglasgow@theambassadors.com .
Uncover our rich past and vibrant present following the major redevelopment of the Citizens Theatre.
Over 90 minutes, you’ll be guided through our front-of-house areas, uncovering hidden corners, restored features, and brand-new spaces. Along the way, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of theatre-making, past and present.
Learn about legendary productions, backstage innovations, and the community spirit that has defined the Citz.
Tickets £8. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Uncover our rich past and vibrant present following the major redevelopment of the Citizens Theatre.
Over 90 minutes, you’ll be guided through our front-of-house areas, uncovering hidden corners, restored features, and brand-new spaces. Along the way, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of theatre-making, past and present.
Learn about legendary productions, backstage innovations, and the community spirit that has defined the Citz.
Tickets £8. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
The 98th Academy Awards ceremony, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) , will honor the best films of 2025 and will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California.
During the ceremony, AMPAS will present Academy Awards (commonly referred to as Oscars) in over 20 categories. The ceremony will be televised live in the United States by ABC.
The Majestic & Empire Theatres welcome the community and visitors to the heart of downtown to spend an evening going behind the scenes and experiencing the historic venues like never before!
Our Historic Tours feature a unique behind the scenes look at the theatres’ history, architecture and character with knowledgeable tour guides and a trip backstage.
A portion of ticket proceeds support Las Casas Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship Program.
Please Note: the tour will involve the use of stairs. For additional information, or for accommodation requests, please contact theatreservicessa@theambassadors.com .
Now in its thirteenth year, the iHeartRadio Music Awards is a star-studded event celebrating the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2025, while also offering a preview of the upcoming hits of 2026.
The show will feature live performances from the biggest artists in music, as well as surprise duets and collaborations, and award presentations in multiple categories.
Since the Awards’ inception in 2013, the show has included live performances and appearances by such superstar artists as Bon Jovi, Maroon 5, Camila Cabello, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Jason Aldean, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Sam Smith, Megan Thee Stallion, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Blake Shelton, Pharrell, Pitbull, Justin Bieber and many more.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas.
Allow up to 2 hours for the tour.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
Please note there are stairs used during this tour, if wheelchair access is required please contact our Box Office via 0114 249 6000.
Douglas Fairbanks returns to the Balboa Theatre screen – this time, in color! He stars in The Black Pirate (1926) , as a shipwreck survivor hell-bent on vengeance who fights and tricks his way into becoming a pirate captain.
Organist: Ken Double.
A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.
The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.
A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.
The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.
Set in a dystopian future, Metropolis story follows Freder, the son of the city’s mastermind, whose love for a working-class woman leads him to the city’s unpleasant underbelly. Metropolis is often cited as one of the first science fiction feature films, opening the door to the hundreds of movies in the genre that exist today.
Organist: Brett Miller.
A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.
The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.
A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.
The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.
Safety Last! (1923) starring Harold Lloyd, with organist Russ Peck.
A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.
The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.
A great chance to go behind the scenes at the Festival Theatre; to see the workings of the theatre and walk down memory lane as we chat through the theatre’s fascinating history.
The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site and has played host to everyone from David Bowie to The Great Lafayette. Whether you’re interested in the history, the artform, or simply want to stand on stage this is a unique and fascinating trip to the theatre.
Includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the end of the tour. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Tickets £15; £12 for under 16s; £2 off for Friends.
Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.
Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.
Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas.
Allow up to 2 hours for the tour.
Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.
Please note there are stairs used during this tour, if wheelchair access is required please contact our Box Office via 0114 249 6000.
The magic dance continues. On the heels of a successful global tour to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth (1986) : In Concert returns in fall 2026 to visit more than 60 North America cities. An unforgettable night of fantasy, music, and nostalgia awaits, as fans celebrate the 40th anniversary of the movie’s 1986 release. Fans are invited to step into the magical world of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth in an exciting fusion of film and live music. Watch the cult classic on a stunning HD screen while a live band performs the full soundtrack in perfect sync with David Bowie’s legendary vocals. From iconic songs like “Magic Dance” to Bowie and Trevor Jones’ sweeping score, the music comes alive like never before. Dress in costume, sing along, and cheer for your favorite characters as Goblin King Jareth, Sarah, and the fantastical creatures of Jim Henson’s Creature Shop leap off the screen.
2026 marks 40 years of Labyrinth. The originally musical fantasy film was released on June 27, 1986. It was directed by Jim Henson and stars Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie.
Doors 7pm. Show 8pm.
Jim Henson’s Labyrinth (1986) : in Concert.
Audiences are invited to experience an epic evening as Jim Henson’s musical fantasy film Labyrinth is presented on a large HD cinema screen. On stage, a live band will perform in sync with Bowie’s original vocals, playing the songs and the score from the soundtrack composed by David Bowie and Trevor Jones. The special 40th anniversary tour begins September 2026.
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