Palladium Theatre

This is a nice theater for all kind of performance art. Dance, Opera, classical music, jazz, have all been performed here. The outside looked classic and the inside got good acoustic. The seating was comfortable. The lobby got box office and concession windows sell coffee, drink and snacks. There is a smaller hall at the basement for more intimate concert. I have been here couple times for the Tampa bay symphony concert and I enjoyed the theater every time.

If there is one place that should be visited when a person comes to St. Petersburg, it should most definitely be the Palladium! It’s more than just a building, it’s a museum of history within itself. Once one is through gazing at the architecture and the enjoying the best view of the stage no matter WHAT seat number you have, then you have the honor of listening to excellent music that surpasses anything at Mahaffey or other larger venues. These people are REAL musicians-​not commercial sellout, but musicians because it’s in their bones.
Much like Judi Lisi is to the Straz, Paul Wilborn is
to the Palladium. He has MADE THIS PLACE a destination within itself and he should be highly commended for his hard work and dedication to the Arts of Tampa Bay over the years!
I’ve heard so many, many incredible musicians that have yet to hit their prime and many of those that are still working their way up, but either way-it’s an excellent place to hear them and if Paul thinks they deserve a listen — then, they are worthy to purchase a ticket to!

Great historic building to be use as theater and play. I have been here numerous time for concert and symphony. It has good waiting hallway lead up to second floor the main theater.
The seat is a bit uncomfortable but good for an hour show. We were there for Tampa Bay Symphony perform some folk song. It was very interesting since the theater has good acoustic sound to project the music instruments.
The also has third floor for better viewing of the stage. The AC is blow a bit stronger and bring a jacket for your comfort.

Why 4 stars? Because it was neat and intimate, but had a couple bugs.
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When I bought tickets to Jim Breuer, I actually made a silly assumption that the Palladium was a part of the Mahaffey. Upon further investigation, I discovered that the Palladium is a building that I have drove past about 300 times, and just failed to put two and two together. (It’s four, by the way.)
Likes: It feels like walking into a mom-​n-​pop owned theatre. I actually almost walked right past the ushers twice, because it was such a different, and less formal set up than you’re used to. There’s not a seat in the house that feels far away either.
Dislikes: The sound was ear-​poppingly loud. Jim Breuer does a ton of really loud sound-​effects, and when he did… wow. It felt like a Q-​tip getting pushed inside your brain. Don’t get me wrong, it was all too hilarious to mind too much, but I could have done with a few less decibels. Also, while the seating was close, it did feel like a bit of a weird angle from the side we were on.
Loves: This has nothing to do with the Palladium, but if you ever get the chance to see Jim Breuer, do not miss it. That was one of the best stand-​ups I’ve ever seen. And you can tell that he just gets up there and riffs every night. He probably has 3 – 5 points he wants to hit on, but he’s got the best kind of ADD. The kind where when he tells a hilarious story, every five minutes something triggers him to remember another funny story. Some comedians are good at stand-​up. Some are just naturally hilarious people, and Jim is one of those. Great score, Palladium!

The theater upstairs and cabaret style seating downstairs. You have the best of both worlds. Easy parking next-​door and across the street with a security guard. The acoustics are good and restrooms are very accessible. If you have a chance to go here for a show — check it out. A gem in downtown St. Petersburg Florida. I also went to a antique and collectible show here. There was plenty of space for the tables and displays.

After not visiting for a couple of years I found myself at this delightful venue twice in one week. The first concert was at the Side Door the other the main theatre. Both evenings were extremely pleasant. There was only one thing I would like to change and that is a shorter beverage line. Though I believe the lines were long because the pricing was very reasonable. If you get a chance to see a band here — go for it :)

Such a nice venue to watch a show. The acoustics are great and I don’t see how any seat here could be called a «bad one».
Had the pleasure of watching «Sweeney Todd», a funny and disturbing opera sung in English!
The only thing I would recommend ifs a wider variety of concession items. I didn’t have time for dinner prior to the show and the crackers did the trick… but maybe something frozen and easy to microwave would help.

This is a gem of a theatre. I saw Caroline Goulding in November who was a young violinest. She was fabulous. This is a terrific venue to hear classical concerts. This was my third visit and I have enjoyed all three. The first was for The American Songbook series. I always look forward to what they have coming up next in their concerts, and jazz.