The Hideout Theater

Frequently Asked Questions

Do your shows have assigned seats or are they General Admission?

All of our shows are General Admission. We will start seating around 10 minutes before showtime. If you have special requirements and would like more time to be seated, or need to sit closer for vison- or hearing- related concerns, please arrive a half hour before show time and let our box office person know. We will be happy to accomodate you.

Where do I park?

We admit, downtown parking is difficult at times (we deal with it every day). There are several pay lots and garages close to the Hideout Theatre (we’re at 7th and Congress) and they run between $5-$10. There are pay meters that run until midnight Thursday through Saturday downtown (on which you are allowed a max time of 3 hours). We recommend patrons make time for parking when taking a trip to the Hideout Theatre.

What are your age restrictions?

There is no minimum age to get into the theater. You don’t have to be 18 or 21 to enjoy one of our performances.

What age are your shows appropriate for?

It’s improv, and different every time, so we can’t give you an exact estimate, but our shows are usually PG-13 in content.

For ages 4-10 we have a special kids improv show every Sunday at 2pm. This show is rated G.

How long are your shows?

Our shows are about an hour and a half each. No show is over 2 hours in length. The Sunday kids show is an hour long.

Are you handicap accessible?

Unfortunately, we are not wheelchair accessible. We are housed in the upstairs of a Historic building, in an intimate space. When we have special events, like New Year’s Eve, Out of Bounds, and WaffleFest, we DO have shows in the ground-level theater (owned by the coffeehouse) and those shows ARE wheelchair accessible. All shows that are wheelchair accessible will be noted as such.

Should I buy tickets online or wait to buy them in person?

We recommend buying tickets online. Our theater seats 49, so some shows sell out very quickly.

Can I bring food & drinks upstairs?

Yes, if you bought the food and drinks from the Hideout coffeehouse on the ground-level. TABC rules that alcohol can be purchased in the downstairs coffee shop but must be opened UPSTAIRS (not downstairs) before you enter the theater. Our ticket takers at the door are glad to help you open your containers.

Do I need to bring a print-out of my ticket receipt?

No. We only need your name at the box office to claim your ticket/s.

I have a free ticket, how do I use it online?

You cannot use a free ticket online. If you absolutely want to see a show, we recommended buying tickets beforehand online, as we have an intimate theater and shows tend to sell-out. If a show sells out, a free ticket cannot get you into a show. If a show is not sold-out when you present the ticket at the box office 30 minutes before the show, your ticket will get you in for free (not valid on special events).

How much are your tickets?

The price varies per show, but the cost for our usual shows is $5, $10, or $12. Special event shows may cost more. Tickets purchased online include a $1 processing fee.

I heard you guys are awesome, is this true?

Yes.