The Pabst Theater

144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA

Address:	144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA
Phone:	+1 414-286-3205
Site:	pabsttheater.org
Rating:	4.7

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Dan Collby

Went hear to see Alton Brown here this past saturday & it truly was amazing from the architecture and the hallways and ceilings and carpet and the show of course , but more importantly the hospitality is truly amazing here , the only real problem was finding the place because it was very confusing and there is another building called the Pabst Theater and many people were confused about where to go in and exactly what building to go to and ended up walking several blocks before finally finding where we were supposed to be and that really sucked because none of us were prepared for that and all of the hurry up walking and Stress and Anxiety , but now knowing where this place is we would definitely come again , and one thing I thought was really awesome about this place and the hospitality was that they brought you right to your seat and had a elevator to take you up and down if needed !

Richie Rad

The theater itself is amazing. However, the staff could be improved upon greatly. When choosing to host a rock concert featuring one of the greatest guitarists of all time, things like seizing water bottles and sprinting up to any person who holds up their cell phone for more than 3 seconds is a bit ridiculous. It shows a lot of hilariously pathetic enforcement that I have never experienced during this performers experience in previous venues. The entire audience was forced to be subdued, and apologies are owed to this virtuoso performer.

Keith Stachowiak

This place is gorgeous. Ive seen dozens of shows here from Vaudeville every NYE as a kid to some of my favorite bands as a teen and adult. Ive been backstage during Doors Open and have taken the behind the scenes tour - the building is incredibly linked to Milwaukees heritage. This was built as a grand opera house, and has superb acoustics. I have many times seen a band play completely unamplified to a packed house. I guarantee you will not find this anywhere else in the city and probably far beyond.

Ursula Kutlesa

t he staff was very rude to me during the America concert , when they were seating people someone bumped into me with my bad leg& foot my glass of wine spilled all over my brand new jeans that my sister bought for my fifty birthday , and on the floor by my seat and blamed me, they brought a mop to clean the mess , the guy didnt let me get my purse off the floor , he started mopping my brand new purse !

Kellie Fehling

Serves alcohol while youre watching a show. The only downside is some people get drunk and are noisy during the show. But it is a nice theater. You can see the stage really easily. Sound system is good. Seats are surprisingly comfortable. Plenty of leg room and arm room. Good space for crowds because rows are long. There is an upstairs and downstairs seating area. Plenty of space for many people at a show.

Jade Buchberger-McKenna

My fiance and I went here for the famous Christmas Carol. The place is beautiful. The parking is terrible be prepared to pay for that and to circle the place about four times. Also the seats in the balcony were tiny, my fiance is a bigger man, making the show uncomfortable for him and those around us. The place isnt well ventilated so dress in layers. Show was very nice once you get past those things

Jen Espino

Came here to see Last Comic Standing. attached parking garage is easy and not too expensive. The venue has a good view of the stage from all seats in the house. There is a lack of bathrooms so the wait can be very long before the show or during intermission. They is one located at the basement that no one seems to know about.

Ethan Reilly

Has the best performances for the price in Milwaukee. Ive been to this place multiple times but not once have I been to the Riverside. Seats are comfortable and in some concerts they allow you to meet up with the performers afterwards. Merch is overpriced but is expected. Can order drinks as well. Very nice architecture.

Michael Piraino

What can you you say about a stage that has seen thousands of historys most talented actors project the finest literature ever written, all directed by the epitome of vision, organization. My family and I frequent The Pabst; A Christmas Carol is our favorite! Next season will be our 20th.

A Private User

I am a great, they have a good theatre and the staff are very welcoming. I came and saw a show here, last week I think to come get out of the house while Madaline had left me to go to work. She was pretty mad I went to the movies without her though. The have great food too.

Karen Jahns

I went to see Whose Line Is It Anyway at the Pabst. Beautiful historic theatre and saw a great performance. Would love to come back to see another show. It was nice when I ordered tickets online they offered an option for prepaid parking, which was a couple blocks away.

sean donnellan

Excellent theater, not a bad seat in the house. The team behind the bar were fast and furious for a full house last Friday during the Old Crow Blonde on Blonde show. Get there early, the pilsner is less expensive at the theater than any of the neighboring taverns.

Acsa Buening

Amazing venue and super high balconies which give you an awesome view of the place and its rich baroque architectural influence. We were there to see David Faherty and he did not disappoint. Very entertaining even if you are not a golf buff. We had a great evening!

Josh Kurnot

This building is classically stunning inside and out. You do have to walk across the street to appreciate the exterior. Look for the upside down spindle on the main staircase. The architects didnt believe in man-made perfection. The history here is thick.

Peter Kinkead

Accustically amazing! Turn of the century style. Turn of the century seating though( we were a smaller people then). Buy tickets in person if you can. Their "transaction fee" is per TICKET, NOT per TRANSACTION like most places, it adds up quick.

Samantha Quinney

Shows feel intimate and a pretty good view from all seats, the atmosphere is laid back, the architecture and details are beautiful and historical, the sound is good. I am a little wary of the steep and dark balconies. One of my favorite venues

Kyle Lobner

Roof was leaking onto the stage behind perormers. They were good sports about it, but its unsafe with a stage full of instruments and electronics and I can only imagine what they said about it to future crowds on the tour.

William First

Theater was not well cleaned and had a distinct tobacco odor. Seating is antiquated (cramped) and restrooms were inadequate for the volume of patrons at a half sold show. I do not expect to return given my experience

Dee Her

Absolutely breathtaking place to be. MUST go into the big theater, the chandelier is beyond glorious! I feel like I stepped into a different era when i walked into this theater. Always a great experience.

James Huycke

Favorite indoor Milwaukee live performance venue. Very intimate...last row on the floor is V. Take advantage of underground parking beneath venue. Short walk to Safe House and Water Street attractions.

Lee Wegener

Great theater! I love seeing shows here. Not a bad seat in the house, plenty of bars on every floor. Only downside is that the restrooms are all the way in the lower level.