Palace Theatre
Palace Theatre
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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mpursell
Portland, ME633 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I wasn't able to see a show here during my visit to Albany, but it's definitely worth a walk by to see the marquee lit up at night. It's just a few blocks from downtown, and easily walkable if you're staying in the area.
Written 20 October 2023
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kdpbball
Clifton Park, NY490 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
We were with two other couples for the Happy Together tour. We had seats way up in the right center balcony. Friends had mobility issues so they were reseated in the first level. It's a lovely old venue and the show was wonderful!
Written 4 August 2023
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Adria H
Vermont58 contributions
Apr 2022
This was our first visit and what a beautiful theater! We saw Bonnie Raitt there and the whole experience was lovely. Great acoustics too!
Written 17 April 2022
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Steven B
1 contribution
Jul 2021
We got tickets for The Rocky Horror Picture Show. It came time to get ready to go and my daughter checked the sight to find out that we can not go because we are not vacinated this was not at the ticket master site. and the palace theatre would not and will not refund or money.
Written 9 July 2021
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Steven T
Hudson River Valley, NY221 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
My earlier review of April 10, 2019, was 5 star. Not this time around. I was denied entry to a concert because I brought along a compact camera that is considered "professional" and therefore forbidden. It did not have a zoom lens or a large sensor. It was slightly larger than pocket size, but the lens can detach from the body. Evidently, this makes it a "professional" camera.
I have brought this same exact camera and lens to several prior concerts at the Palace Theatre. I have always been careful to dim the LED display to not interfere with those seated nearby and to limit the photos.
Of course, I missed the usual sea of camera phones held high recording stills and video continually throughout the concert, many boasting image resolution higher than my camera. (And, this is before photo "stacking" that can boast resolution further.) Maybe it's time to revisit the policy for all camera devices.
It's a small consolation that the Palace is way behind Albany Times Union and NYC Beacon Theatre (among other venues) in booking name concert talent. And I did not have to sit in those soiled-looking, thread-bare seats.
I have brought this same exact camera and lens to several prior concerts at the Palace Theatre. I have always been careful to dim the LED display to not interfere with those seated nearby and to limit the photos.
Of course, I missed the usual sea of camera phones held high recording stills and video continually throughout the concert, many boasting image resolution higher than my camera. (And, this is before photo "stacking" that can boast resolution further.) Maybe it's time to revisit the policy for all camera devices.
It's a small consolation that the Palace is way behind Albany Times Union and NYC Beacon Theatre (among other venues) in booking name concert talent. And I did not have to sit in those soiled-looking, thread-bare seats.
Written 7 February 2020
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88AVANTI
200 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
The Palace is nothing short of a gem from Albany's glory days. It speaks beautifully of a bygone era of big theaters hosting big name stars. The acoustics are very good, even in the highest seats, the staff is helpful and polite and even local parking is pretty good. Performers may disappoint, but The Palace never does.
Written 6 November 2019
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Nancy F
San Antonio, TX28 contributions
Oct 2019 • Family
This is a very nice theatre, but not for a rock concert! Saw several people being thrown out because they wouldn’t stay near seats. Lighting on stage was nice. I would have loved to know you can’t get near stage before we purchased tickets because we would have traveled to another city. The staff was nice though.
Written 30 October 2019
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locokirky
Upstate New York177 contributions
Oct 2019 • Friends
Drove down to Albany to see Jerry Seinfeld perform... After all this time it seems he is still in his prime nonstop laughs.. the palace is really nice with a broadway look and feel to it with all the blinking lights and posters.. seating was really good and offered a nice selection of beers.. offered free parking as well.. definitely recommend seeing a show here..
Written 13 October 2019
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Steven T
Hudson River Valley, NY221 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Unlike most arenas (e.g. Times Union) and modern theatres, the space between seat rows, or "pitch", in the orchestra section is quite generous. This leaves plenty of room for dancing in place to the music. Beginning around Row K, the rows of seating are fairly banked, making it easier to see over those with big hair or headgear. $4 soda, water, and candy is a refreshing change to Times Union high prices. This theatre is the upstate equivalent to the NYC Beacon Theatre, in terms of fine acoustics, music acts and professional staff.
Written 10 April 2019
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sheshe111111
Waterford, NY37 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
I love the palace theater. It is a smaller venue but is amazing! I have seen Alice Cooper here, a Pink Floyd tribute, the Rocky Horror Picture Show, Mule. I will never miss a chance to go to a show here. Parking is pretty good if you are willing to walk a few blocks. The architect in the theater is amazing! A must see!
Written 3 March 2019
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zencowboy61
New York City, NY40 contributions
Hello: are the balcony seat good for viewing a ballet? Where do you think is the best seats for that? thank you
7oceandrive
483 contributions
I've never watched a show from the balcony but I would think the seats would be good. Personally I prefer aisle seats about half way up on the floor
Carol A
New York City, NY7 contributions
I seem to remember this Clinton area having a high crime rate. Is it safe for a single person to walk at night from the Palace back to a hotel such as the Hampton Inn , Hilton @ State & Lidge or the Fairfield on State St?
kkdesigns3
North Adams, MA492 contributions
I would totally feel safe. Especially during a concert or performance because lots of people are around.
Does the palace theater Albany ny have parking near by? Or is it on street parking
Chevy1806
Albany123 contributions
Both. If you're going after regular business hours, parking is relatively easy to find. There is a garage that is less than a five minute walk away.
Geoffrey B
Wirral, UK73 contributions
Can anyone recommend a hotel (with car parking) within walking distance of the Palace Theatre?
Brenda M
Allen, TX
Schedule when it is open?
ADKwanderGirl
Argyle, NY64 contributions
The box office is next door and open all day . I believe most shows open at 7 - 8 pm and there's several pubs & restaurants within walking distance plus a parking garage
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- Palace Theatre is open:
- Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near Palace Theatre:
- (0.20 km) Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
- (0.09 km) Albany Motor Inn
- (0.22 km) Hyatt Place Albany
- (0.67 km) Renaissance Albany Hotel
- (0.65 km) Fairfield Inn & Suites Albany Downtown
- Restaurants near Palace Theatre:
- (0.22 km) 677 Prime
- (0.09 km) Mcgeary's
- (0.16 km) The Olde English Pub
- (0.22 km) Yono's Restaurant
- (0.22 km) dp An American Brasserie