The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Category: Performing arts theater in Theater District, Houston, TX

Address: 800 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Phone: +17133152525

Reviews

Victoria S

Nov 3, 2022

Always a great experience here. The staff is great, the building is beautiful, and the cast and crew never disappoint. The production level isn’t quite Broadway, but the talent is there!

Elaine Domec

Oct 30, 2022

Great show!

Josh Lejeune

Oct 30, 2022

The theater is beautiful and always a great place to see shows!

Pat McVey

Oct 29, 2022

Great Show! The Secret of My Success.

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Questions & Answers

Can I purchase tickets from the box office?

Donna Neely | Nov 2, 2020
Mydebby Toohot | Nov 2, 2020

Not sure call first are Google iTunes the office box and Fiesta also aww

what hotels are in walking distance

Cheyenne Stroder | Nov 3, 2018
Omied “Cosmo” Moayedi | Nov 3, 2018

Yes there actually are quite a few... Hyatt regency , marriott marquis, clubroom, jw Marriott, magnolia, amd sam Houston..

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Is there a lost and found?

Erik | Apr 6, 2022
Steven Huggins | Apr 6, 2022

Yes

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How much is valet parking

Barbra Owen | Nov 3, 2018
Buck Buchanan | Nov 3, 2018

Lexus drivers get complementary valet parking courtesy of Houston Area Lexus dealers.

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Can we get in to buy merchandise without a ticket to the show?

Stacy Warren | Nov 3, 2018
Laurie Hyatt | Nov 3, 2018

No. You have to show your ticket to get in the door. Then there are tables with merch behind on all levels

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Is there a buffet available before the performance?

Heather Giancarlo | Nov 3, 2018
Robert Coyne | Nov 3, 2018

Not a buffet, but there was food and drinks available for purchase.

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Best place to park, first time there?

Tasha McIntyre | Nov 3, 2018
Paul Cammarata | Nov 3, 2018

Park in the hobby center garage, pretty straight forward.

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Is there valet parking

Susan Graul | Apr 6, 2022
Emily Ammons | Apr 6, 2022

Yes. Just expect a line when the show is over.

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what are the covid restrictions for attendance?

Linda Byrd | Dec 7, 2021
Kristy Hesketh | Dec 7, 2021

Please wear a mask at all times and be prepared to show your vaccination card.

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where can i pick up tickets

Evangeline Goodman-Chavez | Dec 7, 2021
Laura Zingerman | Jan 6, 2022

You can call their number, press #4 and ask to pick up tickets at "Will Call". A gentleman named Anthony was wonderful helping us with this challenge. I had also called back to inquire about parking. He had my answers immediately. Excellent customer service. I'm confide they'll surely be glad to assist you as well with any needs.

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Once inside the Hobby Center, how do I get to Zilkha Hall?

Susan Graham | Nov 2, 2021
Jackson Hearn | Nov 2, 2021

There are separate entries. The Zilka Hall entrance is on the front (Bagby St.) side, at the North End.

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Is there a ticket booth or de we have to buy tickets online?

Alfonso Cortes | Nov 2, 2021
Havels Parker | Nov 2, 2020

You can buy either online or at the ticket booth.

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I have tickets for Fiddler On The Roof for March 26. I guess it will be cancelled. How to receive a refund?

Tamara Alikhanova | Nov 2, 2020
Javier Fuentes | Nov 2, 2020

Call seller

Hello, I’m coming to see Set It Off. Will there be an elevator to get to my seats? I have bad knees and walking a long distant. My tickets are locate at the top.

Mechelle Jefferson | Nov 2, 2020
Ellie Cammack | Nov 2, 2020

There are elevators with operators. They seem slow but that's because the operators take every patrol to their floor. You'll be fine! Wheelchairs and transportation teams are available on demand, as well as transport to and from the parking garage. Enjoy the show!

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What are the box office hours.

Donna Neely | Nov 2, 2020
Bowen Shepard | Nov 2, 2020

M-F 10a-6p and Sat-Sun 11a-4p. Its usually also open during shows through intermission. http://thehobbycenter.org/index.php?q=node/127

How much are the tickets and will I be able to choose the seat number and row?

Donna Neely | Nov 2, 2020
Ellie Cammack | Nov 2, 2020

That's usually dependent on a show to show basis. Check with the box office for each show.

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waffle house in walking distance?

Alison Meltzer | Nov 2, 2020
Francoise' Flannigan | Nov 2, 2020

Nope

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What are the price ranges for season tickets for the hobby center?

Tai Anh Pham | Nov 3, 2019
NessMor_ Love | Nov 3, 2019

It all depends on the production you like to see and where you choose to sit.

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I'm on public transit and I noticed their policy says they *may* not allow bookbags/backpacks. How strict are they on this policy? Will I be turned away if I have my backpack or just searched?

Johannes Booker | Nov 3, 2019
Ellecia Centeno | Nov 3, 2019

I've never brought a backpack but I did bring a big bag once. It will definitely be searched. And they would courteous and kind, so long as you're polite.

Parking is free or paid

Roxy R | Nov 3, 2019
Alanna Dickey | Nov 3, 2019

Paid out

What is showing at the Hobby Theater now

A Google User | Nov 3, 2019
Gene Sowarby | Nov 3, 2019

I don't know. The best way to find out is to Google it.

Can you smoke at hobby center

Michelle Gardner | Nov 3, 2019
Terri Keul | Nov 2, 2020

Are there food options available at hobby theater

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Who is the new food vendor?? Tried to have dinner there before the show, but the choices were terrible...and the food NOT very good!

Adriana Sanchez | Nov 3, 2019
John Theriault | Nov 3, 2019

It's a new vendor. The restaurant itself is called Diana. To my eye it seemed a case of premium cost/average to mediocre quality.

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Hi! First time going. Show is at 2pm. What is the general dress code for a show here?

Miracle J | Nov 3, 2019
Houston Brown | Nov 3, 2019

Business casual. I've seen folks in shorts too. Very low key.

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When is the next performance

norma jean brown | Nov 3, 2019
Cecília Umetsu | Nov 3, 2019

Check the website. They have performances almost every weekend.

Can you bring in a baby bag?

Demetrius Doze | Nov 3, 2019
Edward Pecikonis | Nov 3, 2019

Absolutely!

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Given flood watch warnings from todsy Thursday to Saturday with waters predicted to breach bayous and public advisories to stay off roads, are Hobby Centre performances like Miss Saigon to be cancelled? How to get ticket refunds?

Darryl Perry | Nov 3, 2019
Robert Ford | Nov 3, 2019

Call the sponsoring organization.

How do I purchase parking for upcoming Broadway series performances?

Sally Wigginton | Nov 3, 2019
Joy Hilado Hawkins | Nov 3, 2019

You can pull up to the front for valet or park in the parking garage across the street. Credit card or cash accepted at manned booth in parking garage. I haven't heard of purchasing parking any other way.

Where to eat before a play ?

Lisa Mitchell | Nov 3, 2019
april smith | Nov 3, 2019

Sambuca, El Big Bad, Azuma, Birraporetti's You have quite a few options there downtown if you give yourself time before the show. A matter of a few blocks drive is all.

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Do you have to pay any service/processing fees (like ticket master) if you purchase tickets directly at the Hobby Center?

Tranique Anderson | Nov 3, 2019
Lauren Nye | Nov 3, 2019

No- you will only pay face value of the ticket. Absolutely no taxes or fees added.

Is there a dress code?

Lord Ganeesh | Nov 3, 2019
Steve B | Nov 3, 2019

No, it's up to you

Is there a lost and found?

A Google User | Nov 3, 2019
Soyla Gloria | Nov 3, 2019

I'm not sure. Though I would venture to guess that they do. Like most other venue's do.

Can you bring in a purse

Cheree Thormaehlen | Nov 3, 2019
RevengeFan | Nov 3, 2019

Yes

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What too do if you lose your tickets

Jeanette Holland | Nov 3, 2019
Fred Slattery | Nov 3, 2019

Also check with credit card company if that is how you paid for them.

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What hall of hobby center will have a Beauty and the Beast performance on February 16, 2019?

Iryna Hutchins | Nov 3, 2019
Jimmy Le | Nov 3, 2019

Sarofim Hall

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Is there a difference between a TUTS performance and an Broadway touring performance?

Christie Benjamin | Nov 3, 2019
E Owens | Nov 3, 2019

TUTS is a local production, so I think yes, although it seems TUTS may host Broadway touring productions. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theatre_Under_The_Stars_(Houston)

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Is the cafeteria in the main lobby open for evening performances?

Kishore Shahani | Nov 3, 2019
Alfonso Cruz | Nov 3, 2019

Yup

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Is Lucky Ticket legitimate ?

Connie B | Nov 3, 2018
Catherine Okonji-Azuogu | Nov 3, 2018

What's a lucky ticket?

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Is there any food places around

Henry Keener | Nov 3, 2018
Chris Black | Nov 3, 2018

Yes its on the North side of downtown. Birra Poretti's is close, but so are several other places.

Can you purchase a ticket from the Hobby center box office directly?

Tan Greenwood-Moore | Nov 3, 2018
John | Nov 3, 2018

yes

What is the attire

Gladys Guerrero | Nov 3, 2018
James Henry | Nov 3, 2018

You will see people dressed in cocktail attire all the way to jeans and a polo

what age do you have you have to be to go in

candyy hernandez | Nov 3, 2018
Laurie Hyatt | Nov 3, 2018

With the exception of the lion king, I haven't noticed any young children. I'd call the hobby center. I'd never bring a child under 13 to anything not child centric. People pay a LOT of money for tickets, and I would never take a chance on disrupting their theatre experience.

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Does anyone have a photo of the view from the R Orch? Particularly seats in NN Right? Thanks!

Sarah Pitre | Nov 3, 2018
George Cortez | Nov 3, 2018

Sorry the best I can do is orch center right abt 3rd row

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What is the musical Memphis about

Veronica Kaye Owen | Nov 3, 2018
Laderrick Austin | Nov 3, 2018

The first white disc jockey to play black music in the 1950's

Is kiinky boots coming to Houston this year?

Chinaselina10 Jimenez | Nov 3, 2018
Avon Harris | Nov 3, 2018

Hobby center will be welcoming this show in February.

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how long is the play "the color purple"?

Jennifer Barthol | Nov 3, 2018
The Mental Marketer | Nov 3, 2018

From the website: Two hours and 25 minutes including one intermission

do you have to have an adult with you?

candyy hernandez | Nov 3, 2018
Kimberly McGregor | Nov 3, 2018

It depends on the ages of the children.

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What time does the buffet open at mayinee?

Karl Whisennand | Nov 3, 2018
R DB | Nov 3, 2018

We have arrived almost about 45 minutes before posted venue time and some vendors were already ready to serve and best of all no lines.

What time does valet parking open?

Karen Hawkins | Nov 3, 2018
Charles Curry | Nov 3, 2018

It open about two hours before show

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What time does the matinee start on dunday

Lester Dorsett | Nov 3, 2017
Charles Curry | Nov 3, 2017

Noon to 2:00

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