Theatre

Fox Theatre

Atlanta, GA, United States·Est. 1929·4,665 seats

musical

660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Atlanta's Fox Theatre is a breathtaking Moorish-Egyptian fantasy that has dazzled audiences since 1929, its ornate auditorium featuring a night-sky ceiling complete with twinkling stars and drifting clouds. Originally built as a Shriners' temple, the Fox survived a near-demolition in the 1970s thanks to a passionate community campaign and now stands as one of America's grandest surviving movie palaces. Today it hosts touring Broadway productions, concerts, and special events, remaining the crown jewel of Atlanta's Peachtree Street.

Season

Upcoming Season

Full season

Monty Python's Spamalot

Jul 21 – Jul 26

Hamilton

Sep 2 – Sep 20

Full season at Fox Theatre

The Experience

Acoustics, seating, and what to expect

Acoustics

4.0/ 5

The Fox Theatre is renowned for strong acoustics, particularly in the Orchestra Center section where sound envelops patrons effectively. The custom 1929 M. P. Möller pipe organ (second-largest theater organ in the country) enhances the acoustic experience, though the Gallery level offers less optimal sound quality.

Best Seats

Orchestra Center rows D through H offer the ideal balance of full stage visibility and acoustic immersion. Rows J through L provide proximity without neck strain. Mezzanine seats offer excellent elevated panoramic views for large-scale productions.

Dress Code

Varies by Event

Visitor Guide

Tickets, pricing, and getting there

Getting There

MARTA Peachtree Center Station (Red and Gold lines); Five Points Station (Red, Gold, and Blue lines)

Around the Venue

Plan your visit — dining, transit, and performer resources nearby

Plan Your Visit

Atlanta

4 dining, 1 bars & nightlife

The Optimist$$$Website
Woodruff Arts Center
Book early for pre-theatre seating around 5:30-6:00 PM and request a table near the front for quick access back to the arts district.
Dinner service 5-11 PM, closed Sundays
Restaurant Eugene$$$Website
Woodruff Arts Center
Call ahead for pre-theatre prix fixe options and mention your show time for optimized service.
Dinner 5-10 PM, closed Sundays and Mondays
Bacchanalia$$$$Website
Woodruff Arts Center
Secure reservations well in advance and request the early seating option for evening performances.
Dinner Tuesday-Saturday 6-10 PM, closed Sundays and Mondays
Bones Restaurant$$$$Website
Woodruff Arts Center
Arrive by 6 PM for pre-show service and keep your reservation window tight; ask your server for timing recommendations.
Dinner Monday-Saturday 5:30-11 PM, Sunday 5-10 PM

Full visit guide

Green Room — Atlanta

Performer City Guide

1 practice spaces, 1 music stores, 1 vocal coaches

Aria Practice Studios$$
Woodruff Arts Center
Book rehearsal blocks in advance during touring season; the facility offers discounted rates for Atlanta-based performing arts companies.
Available 8 AM-10 PM daily; advance booking required
Atlanta Music & Sound$$
Woodruff Arts Center
Establish a relationship with staff for priority rush repairs; they often have connections for emergency instrument rentals for touring companies.
Open Monday-Saturday 10 AM-6 PM, Sunday 12-5 PM
Vox Vocal Studios$$$
Woodruff Arts Center
Contact for intensive coaching blocks during touring season; coaches often provide last-minute vocal support for performers.
Open by appointment, flexible hours to accommodate performer schedules
Peachtree Wellness & Physical Therapy$$$
Woodruff Arts Center
Call ahead for same-day appointments during touring weeks; many visiting companies arrange corporate accounts.
Monday-Friday 8 AM-7 PM, Saturday 9 AM-2 PM

Open city guidePatron

Venue Details

Architecture

Middle Eastern Revival with Islamic and Egyptian architectural motifs, featuring Moorish and Art Deco elements

Heritage

National Historic Landmark (designated 1976); U.S. National Register of Historic Places (added 1974); Atlanta Landmark Building Exterior (designated 1989); centerpiece of Fox Theatre Historic District