Peter Martin Wege Theatre

Beautiful facility; not a bad seat in the house!
I recently saw Swan Lake here. I was impressed with the new building, high ceilings, and modern styling of the theater. Although the building is on the small side, it’s easy to get around the space and we had no trouble navigating the building to find our seats. I especially like the floor to ceiling windows in the foyer that made the building seem much larger.
The production of Swan Lake was impeccable and even with sold out seating, I was never craning around to see the dancers as the stadium seating provided a great view for everyone.
They offer limited parking near the building but have parking scattered throughout the nearby parking lots, all of which are an easy walk to the front door. Well, it’s an easy walk if it isn’t the dead of winter, during a record-​breaking cold front like I experienced. Then every step feels like a mile. But that’s not the ballet company’s fault.
I’m only disappointed that the theater isn’t located closer to the heart of downtown. Instead, it’s located near the bus station, kiddy corner to Founders Brewery. With a ballet company this talented, they deserve center stage in the city!

There is not a bad seat in the house of this theatre, home of the Grand Rapids Ballet. Comfortable, stadium-​style seating akin to what modern-​day moviegoers are used to and a professional-​grade sound system add to the immersive experience in this smaller scale, intimate performance space. It is best suited for performances without orchestral accompaniment (there is no «pit») which is why GRB stages The Nutcracker elsewhere.
The lobby is beautiful, but small, with limited options for intermission purchases. The parking lot is miniscule and finding spots on the surrounding streets can be difficult because of the theatre’s proximity to Founders and transportation terminals. Arrive early!!! for a good spot.

The Peter Martin Wege Theatre is where the Grand Rapids Ballet performs. I have been to two separate performances here and both were fantastic. I really like this theatre and here is why: All seats are $ 40 and all seats are great. This is an intimate setting. It’s small and you get to really enjoy the performance and everyone should have a good view. I believe there are only 11 or so rows. So, this is again, a very small space, but it’s comfortable, has great sound and the stage is right there. I felt like I could reach out and touch the dancers. I do enjoy a good show at DeVos Hall, but I think I prefer this venue for it’s intimacy and comfort — it’s not crowded and although small, not claustrophobic. The restroom is nice, and the line moves quickly. There isn’t much parking, but what do you expect? The building is newer and very nice. I’ve also noticed patrons dress up here, even more than at DeVos Performance Hall. Refreshment area is adequate, no lines at the box office. Overall, really great venue to see the ballet!