The Woodward Theater opened in 1913 as a silent-movie house. The movie theater went out of business during the Great Depression, and the building subsequently served as home to:
a car dealership
a Kroger grocery store
a warehouse
and a neighborhood saloon
It was brought back as the Woodward Theater in 2014 after an extensive renovation, and today it serves as a venue for live-music concerts and other art and film events, as well as a private-event space.
Q:
How often is the Woodward Theater open for business?
A:
The Woodward Theater is open when we have events: concerts, films, theater, fundraisers, ticketed events, and anything else open to the public. Check our schedule of shows.
Q:
Where is the Woodward Theater located?
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The Woodward Theater is located at 1404 Main Street in historic Over-the-Rhine, one of Cincinnati's oldest neighborhoods.
Q:
Where is Over-the-Rhine?
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Over-the-Rhine is in the heart of the city, bordering downtown Cincinnati to the north.
Q:
Where can I park?
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There are plenty of parking options for Woodward visitors, including metered parking on the street, as well as nearby garages and surface lots. Ziegler Park Garage, with 500 spaces, is located one block east of the Woodward Theater on the corner of Sycamore and 14th streets.
Q:
Where can I buy a ticket for a show?
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By visiting our Shows listing or directly through cincyticket.com. Also in person at Shake It Records in the Cincinnati neighborhood of Northside.
Q:
Does the Woodward Theater serve food?
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No, but MOTR does. the kitchen is open till 1 a.m. Wednesday - Saturday and till 11pm Sunday and till midnight on Tuesday, making it the perfect place to eat before or after a show at the Woodward.
Q:
I want to rent the Woodward for a wedding or a private party. What do I need to do?
A:
Send us some of your event details through our booking inquiry intake form and the nature of the event, and someone will quickly get back to you.
Q:
What's the capacity of the theater?
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The Woodward holds up to 600 people for a concert and less for weddings and other seated events.
Q:
I'm under 18. Can I go to a concert at the Woodward?
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It depends on the particular show. Check out our Shows for a listing of upcoming event details.
Q:
Is it true that the same people who own the Woodward also own MOTR Pub?
A:
True. MOTR Pub opened in 2010. Its stage has played host to thousands of bands, including Alabama Shakes, Margo Price, Twin Shadow, Bully, STRFKR, Sebadoh, Shovels & Rope and so on and so forth. All shows at MOTR are free!
Q:
Who is the greatest Cincinnati Red of all time?
A:
The answer will probably be Joey Votto, once his career is complete.
