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The Circuit Playhouse

51 Cooper St, Memphis, TN 38104, USA

Overview

Category:Christmas Events for Kids
Location:Memphis, TN

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

The Circuit Playhouse is highly regarded for its exceptional theatrical productions featuring consistently talented performers and engaging storytelling. Patrons praise the high-quality acting, the dedication of the cast, and the accommodating staff, all within a venue where there isn't a bad seat in the house. While the prompt describes it as a 'Christmas Events for Kids business,' the reviewed plays ('Who's Holiday', 'Indecent', 'Punk Rock Girl') suggest a focus on mature, adult-oriented theatrical experiences rather than specific children's programming or family-friendly Christmas events.

Key Highlights

  • Consistently fantastic talent and incredible stage presence from performers.
  • Strong, engaging productions with casts that 'give it their all'.
  • Specific recognition for individual acting prowess, such as actresses carrying one-person shows.
  • Accommodating and playful staff contribute to a great overall experience.
  • The venue ensures 'not a bad seat in the house'.
  • Leadership consistently chooses great plays, indicating a high-quality curation of shows.

Standout Features

  • High-caliber acting and stage presence across all productions.
  • Thoughtfully selected plays that consistently engage audiences.
  • Excellent venue acoustics and seating arrangements, ensuring a good view from anywhere.
  • Friendly, accommodating, and playful staff enhancing the overall visitor experience.

Perfect For

Based on the content of reviewed plays ('Who's Holiday', 'Indecent', 'Punk Rock Girl'), this venue appears best suited for older teenagers (likely 16+) and adults who appreciate mature, thought-provoking theatrical productions.
There is no information in the reviews to suggest programming or suitability for young children or families seeking typical 'kids' Christmas events.

Ideal For

Adults or older teenagers seeking high-quality, engaging theatrical performances.
Theater enthusiasts who appreciate strong acting, compelling narratives, and professional stage productions.
An evening out for couples or friends looking for a cultural experience.

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Parents should **urgently verify the specific play's content and age appropriateness** before booking, as reviewed productions like 'Who's Holiday' and 'Indecent' suggest mature themes, contrasting with the 'Christmas Events for Kids' description.
  • Expect a high-quality theatrical experience with very talented performers and dedicated casts.
  • Arrive prepared to enjoy diverse and often emotionally resonant storytelling.

Things to Consider

  • A significant concern for parents seeking 'Christmas Events for Kids' is that the specific plays mentioned in reviews ('Who's Holiday', 'Indecent', 'Punk Rock Girl') appear to be geared towards mature audiences (e.g., 'Indecent' was described as 'Heavy'), not explicitly child-friendly or Christmas-themed children's entertainment.
  • Reviews do not contain information about children's specific programming or facilities, despite the business description provided.

Price & Value

While no specific pricing is mentioned, the consistent praise for 'fantastic talent,' 'great plays,' and 'incredible stage presence' suggests patrons perceive a strong value for their money, indicative of a high-quality theatrical experience.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • No specific accessibility accommodations are mentioned in the reviews.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • No specific food and drink policy is mentioned in the reviews.

🚗Parking Info

  • Review mentions the theater is in 'midtown', but no specific details about parking availability or cost are provided.

👥Crowd Levels

  • No specific information on crowd levels or busy times is mentioned in the reviews.

🛡️Safety Features

  • No specific safety features are mentioned in the reviews.

When to Avoid

  • Bringing young children without explicitly confirming the specific show's age suitability, as the reviewed plays appear to be for mature audiences.
  • If you are expecting typical 'Christmas Events for Kids' with child-focused activities or holiday-themed shows for young audiences, as the reviews describe general theatrical productions with mature themes.

Pricing/Package/Events

Pricing & Packages

Holiday 5-Pack Tickets

$110

Give the Gift of Theatre this Holiday Season!

Includes:
  • 5 tickets

Events & Schedule

Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)

Unified Professional Theatre Auditions (UPTA)

Yearly event

Largest combined audition event in the U.S. for year-round professional actors and production personnel. Draws more than 85 professional theatre companies and over 1,100 actors, technicians, and theatre representatives.

Education Program Classes & Summer Camps

Ongoing (seasonal camps)

High quality classes and summer camps for talented young and adult performers. Programs span from preschoolers to adults, designed to entertain, educate, inspire, and ignite a lifelong passion for the arts.

Playhouse on the Square's Costume Yard Sale

October 12th (past event)

A memorable success, held in Playhouse on the Square’s parking lot.

🛡️Safety Policy

  • Dedicated to offering a secure environment for celebrations (for rentals).
  • All staff maintained with no furloughs, firings, or decrease in pay throughout the pandemic.

📅Booking Policy

  • Tickets can be purchased online or via subscription.
  • Playwrights Welcome reservations can be made by calling (901) 726-4656.

🚗Parking Information

  • Parking available, as indicated by a past 'Costume Yard Sale' held in the parking lot (details on general parking not specified).
Information extracted from official website • Last updated: Oct 2, 2025

Recent Reviews

Goudy Jerry

Goudy Jerry

3 weeks ago

Fantastic talent! Memphis are so lucky to have a concentration of theaters all in midtown.

thesalesteamllc

thesalesteamllc

2 years ago

Went to see Who's Holiday. Great experience. Actress was great carrying this 1 actor show. Staff was accomodating & playful too.

A Bricj

A Bricj

5 years ago

Went to see Indecent tonight, The Play raining a Gamut of Emotions, with The Incredible Stage Presence of the Performers, The Music and Imagery. Heavy. And yet, The Beautiful Harmony of the Song the two girls sang. Then An Opening night after Party.

John McWilliams

John McWilliams

3 weeks ago

Enjoyed the play punk rock girl the cast was awesome

Caitlin Porter

Caitlin Porter

a year ago

The powers that be always choose great plays, and the players are always giving it there all. There's not a bad seat in the house, and I always enjoy myself. Great venue, and great folks running the show. Thanks, Dr. Ratliff!

Contact Information

51 Cooper St, Memphis, TN 38104, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.7
Total Reviews79
Recent Reviews5