Theaters in Indianapolis

Updated: June 28, 2026

Explore theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, and cultural venues in Indianapolis and nearby areas. Discover Broadway shows, plays, musicals, ballet, opera, and live performances.

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Featured Theaters
All Theaters
Theaters by Type
Theater Venue Types
About Theaters
Theaters FAQ

Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, and cultural venues hosting Broadway productions, plays, musicals, ballet, opera, concerts, and live entertainment throughout Indianapolis and surrounding areas.
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Venue
Theatre
Current Event
1Beef And Boards Dinner Theatre
Indianapolis		154
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
Jul03,20267:30 PM
2Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
Capacity: 2600 | Indianapolis		46
Derek Hough
Jul02,20267:30 PM
3The Cat
Carmel		42
Native Gardens
Aug07,20267:30 PM
4Clowes Memorial Hall
Capacity: 2172 | Indianapolis		38
The Music Man
Oct03,20267:30 PM
5Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
Indianapolis		12
Newsies - The Musical
Jul15,20267:00 PM
6The Tarkington Theater At Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts
Capacity: 500 | Carmel		11
Chicago: Teen Edition
Jul23,20267:00 PM
7The Switch Theatre
Fishers		6
Blood Brothers - Musical
Mar12,20277:30 PM
8The Payne & Mencias Palladium At Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts
Capacity: 1600 | Carmel		4
Indiana Ballet Conservatory: The Nutcracker
Nov28,20262:00 PM
9Shelton Auditorium At Butler Arts Center
Indianapolis		4
Beetlejuice Jr. - The Musical
Jul30,20267:00 PM
10The Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts
Carmel		7
Elton & Me
Sep25,20267:00 PM
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All Theaters in Indianapolis

Find theaters by location, venue type, capacity, neighborhood, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and live performance schedules.
Basile Theatre at the Historic Athenaeum
Indianapolis, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Jul 31, 2026
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Beef And Boards Dinner Theatre
Indianapolis, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 61
Next Event: Jul 03, 2026
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Clowes Memorial Hall
Indianapolis, IN
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 38
Next Event: Oct 03, 2026
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Egyptian Room At Old National Centre
Indianapolis, IN
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Nov 14, 2026
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Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Indianapolis, IN
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Jan 24, 2027
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Helium Comedy Club - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
Comedy Club
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Jul 16, 2026
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Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
Indianapolis, IN
Arena
Upcoming Events: 12
Next Event: Jul 15, 2026
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Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
Indianapolis, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 46
Next Event: Jul 02, 2026
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Shelton Auditorium At Butler Arts Center
Indianapolis, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 4
Next Event: Jul 30, 2026
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The Cat
Carmel, IN
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 42
Next Event: Aug 07, 2026
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The Payne & Mencias Palladium At Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts
Carmel, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 4
Next Event: Nov 28, 2026
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The Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts
Carmel, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 3
Next Event: Sep 25, 2026
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The Switch Theatre
Fishers, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 6
Next Event: Mar 12, 2027
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The Tarkington Theater At Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts
Carmel, IN
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 11
Next Event: Jul 23, 2026
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Theaters by Type

🎭 Broadway Theaters

Venues hosting Broadway productions, musicals, and touring shows.

🏛️ Performing Arts Centers

Multi-purpose venues for theater, dance, music, and live entertainment.

🎼 Concert Halls

Classical music, orchestra performances, and special events.

🩰 Ballet Venues

Ballet productions, dance performances, and cultural events.

🎶 Opera Houses

Opera productions, classical performances, and special programs.

🎬 Historic Theaters

Landmark venues hosting live performances and special events.

🎟️ Regional Theaters

Professional productions, touring shows, and local performances.

🎨 Cultural Centers

Theater, music, dance, and community arts programming.

Theater Venue Types

Where Live Performances Take Place

Venue Type Events
Broadway Theaters Broadway shows and touring productions
Performing Arts Centers Theater, dance, music, and cultural events
Concert Halls Classical music and orchestra performances
Opera Houses Opera and vocal performances
Ballet Venues Dance and ballet productions
Regional Theaters Plays, musicals, and local productions
Historic Theaters Live entertainment and special events
Cultural Centers Arts programming and community events

About Theaters

Performing Arts Venues in Indianapolis

Theaters in Indianapolis include Broadway venues, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, and cultural institutions. Explore locations throughout the region hosting musicals, plays, dance performances, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live entertainment.

Indianapolis Theaters FAQ

Common Questions About Theaters

What types of theaters are included?

The directory includes Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, regional theaters, and cultural centers.

Can I see upcoming performances at each venue?

Yes. Theater pages include upcoming shows, performance schedules, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are theaters located only in Indianapolis?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, cultural districts, and regional performing arts destinations.

What events take place at performing arts centers?

Performing arts centers may host Broadway shows, plays, ballet, opera, concerts, comedy shows, and special events.

Do theater pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, accessibility information, venue capacity, and ticket options.

Are opera houses and ballet venues included?

Yes. Opera houses, ballet theaters, and dance venues are included when available.

Can I find historic theaters?

Yes. Historic and landmark theaters hosting live performances may be featured.

How often are theater listings updated?

Venue information and performance schedules are updated regularly as new events are announced.