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MSU Riley Center

2200 5th Street, Meridian, MS 39301
601-696-2200
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Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Meridian
Type: Theaters
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Orange Beach
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

There's nothing quite like The Riley Center, it has Southern Charm... really takes you back sitting in the Opera House! Absolutely beautiful building with several areas for meetings, exhibits, catered events... you name it and they did it! They have a great staff and attentive to every need, huge thank you to Suzanne Helveston and the rest of the staff... More

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Ridgeland, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Riley Center is renovated theater. Run by Mississippi State University. Excellent meeting facility. Theater is flat dab gorgeous. Great entertainment schedule. Downtown.

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Meridian, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013 via mobile

The Riley Center had been completely restored. All the seats are good and the sound is great!! We have seen many shoes from cooking to music legends. I would see any show just to see the beauty of the theater. The volunteers are very helpful.

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Meridian, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2012

I went there for Kenny Loggins' show and it was great on November 11. I was seated on the left balcony (seat 31) and head a great view of the scene and of all the audience. The inside of the theater is nicely decorated and the sound was great. I recommend this place for any kind of concert or show.

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Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2012

This was a enjoyable surprise. You're not expecting much when you go to a music event in Meridian. This old theater was rebuilt and returned to a condition that boasts of a past glory. We had main floor seating and there seemed to be a couple balconies. Don't think I'd care to sit up there. Otherwise Great event. Dining after... More

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Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 3, 2012 via mobile

Beautifully restored Grand Opra House! I've been to a few concerts here. This place is a beautiful 100+ year old Opra house that has been restored and remodeled for use as a modern day concert hall complete with meeting rooms and banquet rooms in its outer corridor. The main hall, however, has been beautifully restored sparing no expense. If you... More

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Philadelphia, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 8, 2012

The Riley Center is an old Opera House from the last century. It is a rare and awesome sight from yesteryear that should be seen if you visit Meridian, MS.

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Meridian, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 2, 2012 via mobile

Love this theatre! Historically renovated opera house that has breathed life back into the downtown area of this town. The shows are entertaining and current.

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Meridian
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2012

It is spacious and the room is one that you would want to revisit.

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Chunky, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012

Attended a concert, Josh Turner, it was awesome! The Riley Center is so beautiful and concert was great.

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