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Tour the Theatre

Experience a Guided Tour

Join us on a tour of the Theatre and hear the stories of the people who made their impact on this glorious space. Take in the details of the hand-painted “mushroom” chandelier, the meticulously reproduced walls, and the state-of-the-art theatrical upgrades.

Guided tours of The Lerner are available by reservation only.

Schedule and access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to change due to performance schedules.

Tour Tickets are $9 per person

Tickets may be purchased at The Lerner box office in advance or upon arrival (advance reservations required).

Group Reservations

Special values are available to groups of 20 or more guests.

Box lunches can be made available to groups of 10-20 people.

Buffet style lunch in the Cittadine Room or served on the Stage can be reserved for groups of 20 or more. (Please call for menu and tour pricing)

An up close shot of the detail on the ceiling in the Lerner Theatre Auditorium
Four women stand in front of the Lerner Theatre on it's grand opening.
Close up of interior architecture of the lerner Theatre
A closeup of the architecture of the outside of the Lerner Theatre
The 1924 Kimball Organ during its restoration.

Tour Policies

  • Tours will begin in the lobby entrance on the corner of Main Street and Franklin Street.
  • Please arrive ten minutes before your scheduled tour time.
  • Food, beverage, and gum chewing prohibited during the tour.
  • Tour is a 45-minute walking tour that includes several flights of stairs. (Disabled guests can be easily accommodated, but please advise the theatre at the time of ticket purchase.)
  • Public restrooms are not available inside the theatre. Please utilize facilities outside the theatre prior to beginning the tour.
  • The use of cameras or other recording devices during the tour is strictly prohibited.
  • Guests must remain with the tour group at all times.
  • Children under 12 are welcome to tour the building but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • The Lerner reserves the right to deny admission or remove from the tour anyone who conducts themselves in a manner that disrupts the experience of other patrons.

The Lerner Theatre is an operating facility with a busy performance schedule. Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to performance schedules.

To arrange your personal tour of the theatre, please contact Sarah Taylor at (574) 218-7566 to make your reservation.