Taft Theatre
Taft Theatre
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Sarah D
1 contribution
Nov 2022 • Family
The show was great however, the security staff at the end of the night was horrible. Who forces toddlers into 32° weather and turns the lights off in the lobby area just because we got five minutes to lock up? I requested for them to turn the lights back on and they would not. It’s cold and our ride was pulling up to the building so we didn’t have to watch toddlers through the cold streets in downtown Cincinnati. This is just ridiculous and rude. So inconsiderate. Two older employees. Both had gray hair.
Written 22 November 2022
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Christa M
McKinney, TX4 contributions
Jul 2019
Went to a show at this theater, when the show ended I walked over to the seats where my friends I cam with were. An employee of this theater pushed me with both hands using all of her force because she wanted me to leave the area and she physically blocked from passing through the aisle to my friends. I was so astonished she would treat an adult paying customer in this manner, I went to take her picture so I could speak to the manager and point out exactly who she was. She then grabbed my phone and refused to give it back for quite some time and my screen is now cracked. Spoke to a woman named Robyn who said she was the manager and that she would speak with the general manager Ryan. I can’t even believe that this is the kind of place that allows their ushers to assault a customer, snatch and damage their property. This is nuts. I filled out an incident report and I had better hear from upper management.
Written 26 July 2019
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Rhonda C
Loveland, OH15 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
Went for Home Free concert. Beautiful architecture. But more importantly...
There is handicapped accessible and then there is handicapped friendly. The staff was wonderful in helping with accommodations, and the venue itself was easily accessible. Special shoutout to Jackie, who really looked out for my wheelchair-bound friend and helped us.
All of the employees were very friendly and seemed happy in their jobs, from the chipper young lady at the bar to the security persons at the door. It made our experience that much more enjoyable.
There is handicapped accessible and then there is handicapped friendly. The staff was wonderful in helping with accommodations, and the venue itself was easily accessible. Special shoutout to Jackie, who really looked out for my wheelchair-bound friend and helped us.
All of the employees were very friendly and seemed happy in their jobs, from the chipper young lady at the bar to the security persons at the door. It made our experience that much more enjoyable.
Written 18 March 2018
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juliethelibrarian
columbusohio80 contributions
May 2017
It's your usual large city historic theater. I'm not ah, a big person by any means but felt crammed in my seat. You might feel a little claustrophobic at a sold out show. Restrooms kinda industrial. Bring cash if you want drinks...a lot of cash.
Written 25 May 2017
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Titan27
Nashville, TN100 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
Attended an evening show & based the review on that! There were A LOT of employees - all extremely nice and helpful. Our seats (comfortable) were on the main level and the bar (no wait) and bathrooms (clean & no wait) were in a large area in the basement. I don't know if the theatre has any say with the merchandise table location but it was off to the side in a narrow area that you would pass thru going to/from the basement. Too cramped to get to - would have been nice to check it out.
Please enforce the no camera policy when in effect. It's frustrating when someone in front of you videos the show with their phone. I could have complained but I shouldn't have to leave my seat and report this. The two times I saw it addressed, they went right back to recording when the usher left. It was obvious.
The big issue was when we left - there were 20+ people right outside the front door trying to stop you (even grabbing your arm) asking for money. 2000 people leaving at once and people blocking your exit begging isn't good. We encountered this many times during the day in Cincinnati and it is clearly an issue the city must address. It's sad that people are in a situation that they have to beg, but we did not feel safe leaving the theatre at night. It very easily could have been a volatile situation. All it would have taken was one person that maybe had a bit too much to drink to take offense to being stopped or grabbed.
Please enforce the no camera policy when in effect. It's frustrating when someone in front of you videos the show with their phone. I could have complained but I shouldn't have to leave my seat and report this. The two times I saw it addressed, they went right back to recording when the usher left. It was obvious.
The big issue was when we left - there were 20+ people right outside the front door trying to stop you (even grabbing your arm) asking for money. 2000 people leaving at once and people blocking your exit begging isn't good. We encountered this many times during the day in Cincinnati and it is clearly an issue the city must address. It's sad that people are in a situation that they have to beg, but we did not feel safe leaving the theatre at night. It very easily could have been a volatile situation. All it would have taken was one person that maybe had a bit too much to drink to take offense to being stopped or grabbed.
Written 25 June 2016
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ps502
Louisville, KY15 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
Attended Dancing with the Stars Live Tour here and it was a great place to have the show. Seats were awesome very close could see everything.
Written 21 January 2015
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Jenscott5
West Chester, OH139 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
Couples night out to see the off tour show. The show itself was hilarious. Even if you are not a golf fan this would be enjoyable. He says it like it is. I would definitely see it again. I will say. This was my first time at the taft and I was kind of disappointed with the seating. We had great seats as far as location. Sadly, the set up is hard to look around the people in front of you. I was constantly looking left to right to see. Feherty stood on stage and walked back and fourth, therefore I was leaning to see him. The seats are terribly uncomfortable to sit in for 2 hours. Also, they stopped selling beer halfway through the show.
Written 18 November 2018
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Lewis B
Cincinnati, United States3 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
Seat rows are too close together, requiring knees to hit seat in front. Seat backs are too straight. Poor air conditioning.
Size of venue is good.
Size of venue is good.
Written 8 August 2018
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Penny N
Barbourville, KY97 contributions
Apr 2018
Love this place! The building is very well kept and built during an era where quality and charm was the most important aspects. The acoustics were perfect and anywhere you sat you had a great view of the stage. The only thing I would change is the cash only for purchasing anything. At the same time it is part of the charm. Not enough places to purchase alcohol which made ever purchase point have extremely long lines. Maybe have a separate purchase point for those who only want a water or soda. I guess maybe you could bring a collapsible cooler with nothing in it but an ice pack, then purchase a few bottles of water before the show. I would call ahead though and ask first. Otherwise an excellent venue!
Written 21 June 2018
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Patrick Y
The Cincinnati Region110 contributions
Nov 2017 • Friends
Saw Dream Theater at The Taft. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Security was great going in, and in allowing for reentering as well. They have a good selection of beverages which are more reasonably priced than at similar venues. Wait staff was exceptional too. Seats could be a bit more spacious, but not bad. Had another great time in this beautifully restored venue.
Written 8 November 2017
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Does anyone know if a concert PIT ticket is standing room or actual seats?
Written 6 January 2020
Who played a large bluegrass music show back in the 70s at the Taft ? I was there.
Written 8 March 2016
Storm E
Lawrenceburg, Indiana
Hank Williams Jr. played there in '73. He was only one on show. Another show around that time was Tammy Wynette and George Jones together (no air at the time and ridiculously hot:)
Written 5 October 2017
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