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    Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts

    49 Reviews
    #7 of 43 things to do in Amarillo
    Concerts & Shows, Theaters
    500 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX 79101-2501
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    “Concert”

    My son had his band concert here and this building is absolutely beautiful. It was our first visit... read more

    Reviewed June 22, 2018
    Misty C
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    “2017-2018 Season Was Awesome Musical Performances”

    Just finished watching the 2017-2018 season of the Symphony and so happy we did. We go with another... read more

    Reviewed May 19, 2018
    CDM49
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    “opera”(5 reviews)
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    Comprised of the Amarillo Civic Center and the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, the Amarillo Civic Center Complex is the primary meeting place for over 300,000 residents living in the Texas Panhandle. Conveniently located in downtown...more
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    500 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX 79101-2501
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    Reviewed June 22, 2018 via mobile
    Concert

    My son had his band concert here and this building is absolutely beautiful. It was our first visit here even though we have lived here for years. The architecture is gorgeous.

    Thank Misty C
    Reviewed May 19, 2018
    2017-2018 Season Was Awesome Musical Performances

    Just finished watching the 2017-2018 season of the Symphony and so happy we did. We go with another couple and have a nice evening of entertainment. The conductor Jacomo Bairos is a gem to watch and the orchestra provides a terrific musical performance. There was...More

    Thank CDM49
    Reviewed April 1, 2018
    Awesome Acoustics

    We have been to the Amarillo Opera, the Amarillo Symphony, Christmas Pops and the Lone Star Ballet here. We love the acoustics and the lovely modern design of the hall.

    Thank Rufus_K12
    Reviewed December 21, 2017
    Beautiful acoustically wonderful performance hall.

    The Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts is one of the most beautiful and unique halls in the U.S. and definitely worth a trip to see and hear. It is a mid-size hall that places every seat in the house close enough to see faces...More

    Thank Laura S
    Reviewed November 7, 2017
    Beautiful location for the arts

    I have hosted and participated in events in this facility. It is beautiful. The sound is amazing. It's such a great space to have in our community. I have hosted author lectures here, the symphony plays here, and my children have done full-scale theatre productions...More

    Thank Courtney M
    Reviewed October 5, 2017
    Outstanding performances beautiful theater

    I highly recommend going to any performance at this theater it is beyond spectacular! The actors and actresses are well trained and they are sure to entertain all ages.

    Thank Christen521
    Reviewed September 13, 2017
    Let the Metro-plex be jealous.

    Visitors are amazed that a town in the middle of no where, in Texas, has a quality performing arts center like the Globe News Center. Thanks heaven for patron and philanthorpist who wanted Amarillo to having a truly amazing center that would draw nationally recognized...More

    Thank Jan R
    Reviewed July 10, 2017
    Season ticket holders to Amarillo Symphony performances

    As long time season ticket holders of The Amarillo Symphony, the hall fails to take the breath away. How fortunate Amarillo and the surrounding ares is to have this world class facility. It puts the U in unique.

    Thank kenemac47
    Reviewed June 14, 2017
    Interesting sidebar for a trip down I-40

    We live in Amarillo, so it is easy for us to visit, and it was built with serious acoustics in mind. Any time we have an opportunity to go, we do. One bonus nearby, opening in the summer is a new embassy suites, one block...More

    Thank K585OMjohnv
    Reviewed May 18, 2017
    Magnificent acoustics in an unexpected scene

    If you can find an interesting performance to suit your taste, music, ballet, opera, you won't be dissapointed.

    Thank Joaquin A
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    lwagsRN63
    December 16, 2017|
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    Response from Han O | Property representative |
    Good morning, typically the concession will open for ticketed events on the 2nd floor. Thank you.
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