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Wharton Center

320 Wharton Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1318
(517) 353-1982
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Ranked #3 of 15 attractions in East Lansing
Type: Theaters
Most recent review
- Mar 14, 2013
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East Lansing, Michigan
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66 reviews 66 reviews
18 attraction reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

Great seats, no matter where you sit. Biggest complaint is the parking and the amount of time it takes to get out of the lot after a performance.

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Eaton Rapids, Michigan
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64 reviews 64 reviews
16 attraction reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

Located on MSU's campus, with attached parking , the Wharton is easy to get to, $5 parking for most events. I've seen everything from comics to Les Mis to Billy Elliott here + performed on stage myself several times in chorus. A wonderful hall good sight lines and accoustics. Always a special evening out. Lansing Symphony calls it home. Snacks... More

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East Lansing, Michigan
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 attraction reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

I usually go to 2 or 3 shows a year. They usually have something in their line-up that appeals to me. The seating is comfortable and it's a great place to go.

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Rancagua, Chile
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 attraction reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2013

I liked the show and all the ones that are coming this season. Normally they have a good offer for the whole family. The sits are not very comfortable, but the heat works good. The personal who works in there are very kind. The bathrooms are fine.

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Lansing, Michigan, United States
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50 reviews 50 reviews
12 attraction reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2013

The Warton center is as consistent as it gets, bringing at least some culture to Mid Michigan still. never seen anything that wasn't fabulous

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brighton
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5 reviews 5 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 13, 2013

While I agree with the one review about the aisles and sound system, the very fact that this place exists, at all, is something kind of unbelievable. These are quality Broadway shows. It isn't Toronto or Chicago or New York the facility isn't up to the quality you would find in those venues. Having said that, the shows themselves are... More

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Ionia, Michigan
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50 reviews 50 reviews
17 attraction reviews
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2012

This is a first class establishment that we are so lucky to have in our local community at MSU and surrounding areas. We have top notch entertainers grace our stages bringing world-class experience to theatre students of all ages and levels!

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East Lansing, Michigan
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 attraction reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2012

"Phantom of the Opera," "War Horse," Jersey Boys" and "Lion King" are just a few of the Broadway spectaculars we've enjoyed over the years, along with Manheim Steamroller, Capitol Steps and the Ukelele Orchestra of Great Britain, Ira Glass, Tom Izzo (yes, a basketball coach in an original musical!) and countless other performers. The Wharton also offers Stratford Shakespeare Festival... More

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Brighton, Michigan
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 22, 2012

I have been to several plays and other events at the Wharton Center. I have never had a bad seat or been disappointed with a show. Getting to and from the parking structure is easy and the cost of parking isonly $5.

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Williamston, Michigan
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39 reviews 39 reviews
12 attraction reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 8, 2012

This is a great venue to have in small to midsize town. We have the same access to Broadway, major entertainers, etc. that usually are only reserved for larger cities. The schedule year to year is always good and encompasses a wide variety of acts. The facility itself, however, is terrible. Parking is decent - there's a garage attached to... More

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