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About Goodale Theater At The Cowles Center
Welcome to Goodale Theater, the intimate proscenium-stage home inside The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts in downtown Minneapolis. With a current capacity of 500 seats, this historic venue hosts a diverse range of dance, performance, and presenting arts. From the Orchestra to the Grand Tier, the space is designed to create an up-close, engaging experience while maintaining classic theater charm. Whether you’re a longtime patron or a first-time attendee, we’ve got you covered with clear seating info, practical parking options, easy transit access, and recommended nearby hotels and dining to pair with your evening plans.
As your trusted connection for tickets, we’ll help you secure your seats at Goodale Theater without the fuss. Below you’ll find venue specifics, transportation tips, and trusted partner recommendations to make your visit smooth from arrival to curtain call.
Venue details
- Location: 528 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
- Capacity: 500 seats (current official listing).
- Type: Proscenium-style theater inside The Cowles Center, known for dance and presenting arts.
- Seating chart: Accessible via The Cowles Center’s official seating chart; current configuration supports a balanced Orchestra and Grand Tier experience.
Parking: Municipal ramps and street meters serve the area. The Cowles Club offers discounts for patrons, providing a cost-conscious option for attendees with a club membership. Plan ahead for busy event nights and consider alternative routes to avoid peak traffic.
Transit: The venue sits less than one block from the Warehouse District Light Rail Station and is accessible by multiple bus routes, making it convenient for downtown travelers and visitors from surrounding neighborhoods.
Nearby hotels & dining: Minneapolis downtown offers a selection of hotels within a short walk or ride from Goodale Theater, including AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown, Hilton Minneapolis, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Minneapolis Downtown, Minneapolis Marriott City Center, and The Marquette Hotel. For a full experience, pair your show with dining options ranging from casual bites to refined cuisine. When you’re ready to reserve, we’ve got you covered with trusted affiliate partners for hotel stays and nearby dining options that fit your plans.
Notable past performances: The venue has hosted esteemed dance groups such as James Sewell Ballet and Ragamala Dance Company, with Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre also performing here. Note: verify current programming and dates for your visit.
Tip from Your Insider: Secure your seats early for popular dance performances, and consider booking a hotel within a short walk to minimize commute after late shows. If you’re planning a multi-night visit, check the date details for each performance, as this venue treats each date as standalone for ticketing and planning purposes.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 500-seat Goodale Theater (older sources cite 505 seats; 216 seats in the Orchestra and 289 in the Grand Tier in earlier configurations). The current official listing shows 500 seats.
- Address: 528 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
- Venue type: Proscenium-style theater inside The Cowles Center, historically focused on dance/presenting arts.
- Seating chart: Official seating chart information is available via The Cowles Center; historic/configuration data noted as 216 orchestra seats and 289 balcony seats in earlier reports.
- Parking: Municipal ramps and meters with Cowles Club discounts for patrons.
- Transit: Located less than 1 block from the Warehouse District Light Rail Station; accessible by bus lines as well.
- Nearby hotels: AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown; Hilton Minneapolis; Holiday Inn Express & Suites; Minneapolis Marriott City Center; The Marquette Hotel (listed among adjacent lodging options).
- Notable events hosted: James Sewell Ballet and Ragamala Dance Company performances (cancelled as part of the 2024 closure); Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre performances; TU Dance events (historic).