Ethington Theatre

"Small, intimate, great acoustics and productions are fabulous. Small theater feel with big theater productions! Can't say enough good things. Will be back!"

"Beautiful small theater. Talented performers! Murder on the Orient Expess with Jasmine Noelle was excellent!"

"Although I am not a GCU student, I came here most recently to watch the spring dance concert, "When We Rise"; in which my friend (who is a senior at GCU right now) was involved and had the opportunity to perform in. Although GCU's campus is huge and can be fairly intimidating, the security guard near the arena was super helpful in giving me directions to the theatre, as well as where to park in the parking garage. Thankfully it was easy for me to get there since it is on the right past the arena (where I am already familiar with after having my high school graduation there), and I was able to follow other guests in attendance to find my way inside. The main lobby is very cozy but nice, with warm lighting throughout. The theatre itself is also very open and spacious, and the steps at the front of the stage give it a nice and personal touch. Since I purchased my tickets online, I wasn't sure where my seats were going to be. But I was extremely grateful to be assigned to the very front row in section A, which was perfect for me to watch the performances (as I'm near-sighted)! The seats were comfortable as well. Overall I am very happy I was able to attend a show at this theatre! It was amazing not only being able to support my friend on opening night, but also to experience the amazing concert at a lovely venue! Highly recommend!"

"It is so much fun to see the college plays here. I love the musicals the most. As a former thespian, I can really appreciate all of the hard work they put into their shows. Their costuming is always great, they wear microphones so you can hear them clearly, and to me their most recent performance, Big Fish made me feel like I was watching a professional show! I absolutely LOVE how they implemented a rotating stage for Big Fish. I will say that although the seats are newer, they still are not extremely comfortable in the theater, the first bathroom door in the women's restroom has not locked for years (you have to hold the door closed while you pee) and I have noticed that when they perform a Shakespeare play they often speak so fast that it is difficult to follow a lot of times. If they would simply slow their pace for the Shakespearean language, all of their plays would be awesome! My top 2 recent best productions would be Big Fish and the Adams Family. They were amazing!"

"Handel's Messiah was absolutely incredible, way beyond expectations. Parking was easy, consessions was fast, bathrooms were clean and well-equipped. They provided a golf cart for my disabled mother! Thank you!"