Where is the best view in Minneapolis' State Theatre?

Question

I plan to go see a show at the State Theatre...while I have lived in Minneapolis before, I haven't been to this theatre. From what I understand, there is a main floor, loge, and balconies. From where would I get the best view of the action on stage?

Answer 1

The State and Orpheum Theaters are wonderful vintage theaters! Of course the main floor is best. Below are the seating charts for you to look at....the INSIDE isle seats are best (rather than the side seats on either side---and quickest to be sold.)  

The balcony isn't bad either--again closer to the front AND center. But I've been in the VERY back FAR side in the balcony and it wasn't bad--just bring binoculars!

The State seats 1300 on the main floor, with an additional 850 seats in the balcony/loge area.



WAYS TO PURCHASE TICKETS

There are five convenient ways to purchase your individual tickets for the shows at the State, Orpheum and Pantages Theatres.

State Theatre Box Office

www.ticketmaster.com

Call 612-673-0404

Ticketmaster Outlets

Mail or Fax Orders

BOX OFFICE INFORMATION

The State Theatre Box Office located at 805 Hennepin is the main box office for all venues. Enter via the front doors of the State Theatre or through LaSalle Plaza.

State Theatre Box Office Hours are:

Monday-Friday: 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

Saturday: Noon to 3:00 P.M.

Sunday: Closed

The Box Office is also open through intermission while a show is running.

The Orpheum and Pantages Theatre Box Offices are each open at 5 p.m. day-of-show ONLY and two hours prior to showtime for matinee performances.

Methods of payment accepted at the Box Offices are Cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Please note that the Box Office does not accept checks.



STATE THEATRE HISTORY



Feb 5, 1921: State Theatre opens on the former site of the Walker family homestead. It cost approximately $1 million and was designed by Chicago architect J.E.O. Pridmore. At the time, it was considered the most technologically advanced and elaborate theatre in the US. The original floor was glass, which allowed direct lighting from underneath. The State boasted the first well driven air-conditioning system in Minneapolis- pumps, pipes & vents which delivered cool air using artesian well water 840 feet underground, keeping the temperature at 72 degrees. The opening night program included a silent film, newsreel and travelogue.

1989: The City of Minneapolis purchases the LaSalle block, which includes the State Theatre, for $11 million.

Nov 1991: After three years of restoration, the State reopens with the Minnesota Opera's production of Carousel.The restoration costs $8.8 million.