Academy of Music

Category: Performing arts theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Address: 240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

Phone: +12158931999

Reviews

MarKeith P.

Sep 17, 2022

There's a reason they charge crazy fees online. The wait to purchase tickets is nuts! How long does it take to purchase tickets?!? I waited because this is a deal that couldn't be beat!

Jane Fioravanti

Sep 8, 2022

Went to see The Nutcracker Suite. My first ballet 🩰❀️🎢. Loved it 😍. Also saw the musicals Hair and Fiddler on the Roof years back at that theater 🎭

Julian T.

Aug 12, 2022

Beautiful venue

MIKE

Aug 11, 2022

Beautiful place to see a show friendly staff every seat in the house is a good spot to see the stage with no problem and if uyou have an obstruted veiw just tell the usher and they will accommodate you

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Questions & Answers

I have tickets for Hamilton. How long is the line to get in with the proof of vaccination requirements? That is, how early should I arrive?

Richard Franklin | Oct 27, 2021
Chris Norton | Nov 26, 2021

We arrived about an early and got in pretty speedy. We were seated about 15 minutes after we arrived.

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how long is the show if we are going to the 7:00 on Friday, December 19. Thank you.

Mary Lockhart | Sep 22, 2020
Francis Sambrick | Sep 22, 2020

I just have to ask, where you under the assumption that all shows were the same length or that the academy only ran one show over and over again or did you people that Google the day and time of your show to figure it out? Or am I just missing something?

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Is there a Vaccine Mandate or can people show proof of Negative test?

Judy Musto | Dec 26, 2021
Steven Stallone | Dec 26, 2021

You must have a valid vaccine card and ID to enter as well as a face mask on at all times

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what is the running time for les miz on Sunday, January 14? Thanks.

Joanne Gibson | Sep 23, 2018
Tom Haney | Sep 23, 2018

Give your self 3 hours @ least. By the way, great show!

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Where is parking for Academy of music?

Lma Do-St | Sep 23, 2018
Jeanette Rigolizzo | Sep 23, 2018

If you buy your parking pass with your ticket, the garage is a block behind the Academy of Music on 15th between Locust and Spruce. If you do it when you get there, the closest parking is on Locust between 13th and Broad St.

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Which area are handicap seating/

Scott Possiel | Jul 24, 2022
FRANK CUMELLO | Jul 24, 2022

Check the seating chart on line.

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Does the Academy sell gift cards?

Linda O'Neill | Dec 26, 2021
Harold Tucker | Dec 26, 2021

Yes

What is the parking situation?

Erin Toomey | Dec 26, 2021
CJ Foster | Dec 26, 2021

I would recommend taking the train or an Uber/taxi. It can be alot cheaper with a lot less hassle

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Can I buy tickets in person at the Academy of Music for Hamilton and not have to pay the extra fees?

Barbara wybar | Nov 26, 2021
Donna Benne | Dec 26, 2021

I do not know anyting about tickets but I could come and give you an autograph as a descendant of the man who painted the ceiling there. Our family found out about this a few years ago and got a private tour of the whole place. It's a wonderful place and the Usher who gave us the tour came in on his day off. That was so kind of him and it was so kind of the management to do that for us.

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How was parking

Maurice Butler | Nov 26, 2021
Neil Patel | Nov 26, 2021

There's a few garages nearby. I suggest you plan ahead and maybe reserve one on SpotHero or some other app like that. We showed up 30 minutes before a show and we just found a random garage a block or two away

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What is vaccine requirement

Florence Waller | Nov 26, 2021
Rayne | Nov 26, 2021

Have to show proof with ID.

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best place for a pre show dinner

Peggy Coleman | Oct 27, 2021
Michael Kluck | Oct 27, 2021

Vedge on Locust Street - under 10 minute walk.

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Are there elevators?

Diane Bynum | Oct 27, 2021
Leon Long | Oct 27, 2021

Yes

Academy of Musjc Bix office hours?

Richard Kleger | Oct 27, 2021
Myra Pettigrew | Oct 27, 2021

Check the Kimmel Center website kimmelcenter.org

I have tickets for Les Miz in two weeks. I Know that Broadway has closed. Are the shows still going on as scheduled in light of the pandemic? TIA

dawn miller | Sep 22, 2020
Dave Volk | Sep 22, 2020

Call the theater and you will get the most up to date information

purchased tickets for ballet at 2:00pm for 3/15/20. Are tickets held at the office? Are they being sent? or are they emailed?Please help. Tickets paid for and ordered under the name WILLIAM BARCKLOW.

Samantha Massaro | Sep 22, 2020
Henry Rojas | Sep 22, 2020

Depends on what you chose, print at home or held at office, if you didn't get the printing option most probably you will have to arrive before to get the tickets.

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Where to call to donate rickets

Allan Samuels | Sep 22, 2020
Francis Sambrick | Sep 22, 2020

I'll give you my number. The best way of donating tickets is usually to just call me directly then I'll pick them up personally and then the next step is I use them personally cause live theater can be expensive on the avenue of the arts and I'm broke. Lol.

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How many seats?

Gail Kohn | Sep 22, 2020
Joseph Dougherty | Sep 22, 2020

Exactly 2,509

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the receipt on my phone has the seats listed but no Bar codeWe are to pick up tickets at box office. Will this be an issue

Frances Koniers | Sep 22, 2020
ken simpson | Sep 22, 2020

No issue . πŸ‘ Been there many times . Just mention to the person at the counter how many tickets you've ordered and under whose name the tickets were ordered . I've done that many times with no issues . Enjoy your show !

Is there an elevator to the amphitheater at the academy of music

Valerie Ralston | Sep 22, 2020
Boss Honda | Sep 22, 2020

Answered my previous poster

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R5 train scheduled to arrive at Suburban Station at 12:50PM. Is it crazy to think I can arrive at Academy of Music by 1:00PM?

Karen Micek | Sep 22, 2020
Gaby Murphy | Sep 22, 2020

Too tight for comfort, I would leave a bit early. X

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I lost an item during last Sunday performance. IIs there a lost and found phone number that I can call?

Soraya Abbasi | Sep 22, 2020
Shevee Pratt | Sep 22, 2020

There is no lost an found number but there is a lost an found anything found in the theater is turned into security you would have to go back to the Academy of music an talk to security....

Is there handicapped access?

Burnetta Clarke | Sep 23, 2019
Rich S | Sep 23, 2019

Yes on the side door I believe. There is an elevator to the balcony level and wheelchair spots

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Where is parquet seating

Peggy Nicholson | Sep 23, 2019
Jay Smith | Sep 23, 2019

Peggy, it is on the bottom or first floor. It goes Parquet, then Parquet box, then Parquet circle. If I'm not mistaken, box and circle tickets are elevated above the Parquet. I hope that helps you.

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I'll be coming from work. Can I bring in my backpack?

Jessica Ranweiler | Sep 23, 2019
tim farrell | Sep 23, 2019

Yes. But as others said, it will he searched

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How to get cheap tickets on the day of the show

Rosemary FitzGerald | Sep 23, 2019
Diana Ryan | Sep 23, 2019

Rush tix are available @5

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Sat 2/23 cindarella matinee starts at 2:00PM when does it end?

Daniel Ragone | Sep 23, 2019
Tom Dooley | Sep 23, 2019

Cinderella story never ends..πŸ˜‰

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Can I avoid the ticket fees if I order at the venue?

MarKeith P. | Sep 23, 2019
Valerie Hill | Sep 23, 2019

No, there is still a fee.

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I have mobility issues. Where is the nearest parking?

Catherine Zeiner | Sep 23, 2019
Bill Dunphy | Sep 23, 2019

There is a handicap entrance on the left side of the building (as you are facing the front) with wheelchair access) Parking is on the street there. Get there a little early for best parking

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How long is the Nutcracker performance?

Wynne Crocetto | Sep 23, 2019
Michael Pollack | Sep 23, 2019

Too long

What is the running time of Charlie & the Chocolate Factory?

Charles Lockard | Sep 23, 2019
Leonard Ellis | Sep 23, 2019

2 hours and 30 minutes w an intermission accrdng to website.

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What inexpensive restaurants, with good food are near the Academy of Music?

Harlena Morton | Sep 23, 2019
Doc HR | Sep 23, 2019

Schlesinger's

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What if any is the dress code??

Jim Huston | Sep 23, 2019
Nicholas James | Sep 23, 2019

Not technically. But I wouldn't ever wear shorts or jean's with rips or tears...or even a t-shirt.

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What is the dress code.

Jim Huston | Sep 23, 2019
Paul Vondiehmon (Vondiehmon) | Sep 23, 2019

I don't think there is an official "Dress Code" but like Hyung Park said, I wouldn't wear gym shorts. I would say business casual or better.

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What time does Fiddler end tonight, Wed Oct 24?

Grace Conner Cohill | Sep 23, 2019
Peggy Harper | Sep 23, 2019

Look at the end of the program description on Kimmel website or call the box office.

Attending Nutcracker Dec. 22 @ 12. How can I purchase parking?

Tina K | Sep 23, 2018
FREDDIE ALFONSO | Sep 23, 2018

Go thru Academy of Music or there's public parking close by.

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Are there snacks available for purchase? Is it ok to wear a cap or bucket hat inside the theater to cover a medical ailment?

Niki Edmonds | Sep 23, 2018
Mary Anne Cotugno | Sep 23, 2018

Yes, there are VERY high priced snacks. I agree with previous responder: keep hat close to head in courtesy to those behind you.

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mother is on a walker - will not use a wheel chair and cannot do steps or walk very far -Three Questions: is it accessible, how much walking is involved in getting into the theater, what type of seats do we need to buy? Thanks!!

Marlene G Smolen | Sep 23, 2018
KC Ford | Sep 23, 2018

I agree, floor seats are best for accessibility. Some of the balcony seating is blocked by columns

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How much time does the door open before the show?

Catherine Vaccaro | Sep 23, 2018
Jonathan Clapp | Sep 23, 2018

I think it was more than that... maybe 30 min?

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What is the expected attire for the Saturday matinee?

Anne Cutler | Sep 23, 2018
PJ Furry | Sep 23, 2018

Casual works. Looked as though people were dressed however they wanted to be.

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What restaurants are close to the academy of music?

Maura Fite | Sep 23, 2018
Grace Earnest | Sep 23, 2018

Fado is a great one! Del Frisko's looks awesome. Cheesecake Factory. McGillan's has great food & and is neat to explore for its history. Max Brenner's for dessert. So many more too!

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Is the academy of music a gun free zone?

Jeffrey Grey | Sep 23, 2018
Stephen Meister (Drsm) | Sep 23, 2018

Yes

Has Miss Saigon previously played at the Academy?

Linda Lee Redfern | Sep 23, 2018
Wendell Lohr | Sep 23, 2018

Call them up and ask

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Is the show Celtic Wonen still on tonight as scheduled?

Janet Copeland | Sep 23, 2018
Elliott Lewis | Sep 23, 2018

Snow is cleared and show is loading in

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When was led miserable last here?

Salvatore Orsino | Sep 23, 2018
Susan Hutton DeAngelus | Sep 23, 2018

This past January 2018.

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what is the running time for something rotten for saturday matinee?

A Google User | Sep 23, 2018
jan achenbach | Sep 23, 2018

Runtime:Β 2 hours and 30 minutesΒ with an intermission.

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Can I use my phone to present tickets

Karen McLaughlin | Sep 23, 2018
jan achenbach | Sep 23, 2018

Yes

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how early before show starts can you be seated ?

Joe Price | Sep 23, 2018
Recovery Studio | Sep 23, 2018

Most shows an hour before. But depends. They do have beverage and snacks too.

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How long is the nutcracker ballet?

Robin Hay | Sep 23, 2018
Trix Middlekauff | Sep 23, 2018

It's about two hours including one intermission

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Is it possible to exchange nutcracker tickets for another date?

A Google User | Sep 23, 2018
laurie flynn | Sep 23, 2018

If you are a subscriber

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Are there tours

Anne McCabe | Sep 23, 2018
Jack Gilmore | Sep 23, 2018

Yes, just go to their website and you can set one up.

How soon before a show do the doors open

Andrew Chaput | Sep 23, 2018
Yvonne Williams | Sep 23, 2018

Okay the doors open about an hour before the performance, and that's for people who wants to pick up tickets at will-call, or they want to buy tickets or change tickets. It is always a good idea to show up like 10 minutes before the performance starts so that you can get your program and be shown to your seat without inconveniencing the other people in the row. Also if you come after the curtain Falls then you are not permitted to enter. One time I came halfway through the first performance and had to go up to the nosebleed section. I was able to go to my correct seat at the first intermission.

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November 2017 performance - Joseph B . Who Is performaning please?

Dorothy DeCaro | Sep 23, 2018
SL Troupe | Sep 23, 2018

Don't know.suggest looking online. Sorry

If u came on the ell where do we get off

Carolyn Anderson | Sep 23, 2018
Kevin Lockett | Sep 23, 2018

15th Street. You can then either transfer to the Broad Street Line (for free) and ride one stop southbound to Walnut Street, or just walk. It's not too bad of a walk.

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How early can you get in the Academy of Music before a show, such as Wicked?

Julia Keenan | Sep 23, 2017
Andrew Loftus | Sep 23, 2017

I agree that it's a great idea to plan on a pre-theater dinner, then you'll have time for an unhurried stroll to the theater. My favorite place is Valanni, at 1229 Spruce St., just about 3 blocks from the Academy of Music. The food is Mediterranean/Latin and you can make a nice meal by sharing several appetizers. They also have a special 3-course pre-theater dinner.

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