Premium 2-top

These are the first two rows closest to the stage, each table accommodating two guests.

Premium

This is the third row from the stage and contains both 4 & 6-top tables. Patrons who do not purchase 4-6 tickets may be seated with others, as The Cabaret is cabaret-style seating.

Banquette

These are the rows of cozy banquettes (booths) along either side of the room. This seating requires a step up and accommodates two guests per banquette. If you would like to speak with a member of our staff about adding another person to your banquette, please contact the box office at (317) 275-1169.

Main Floor

This is the fourth row, which contains 4 & 6-top tables. Patrons who do not purchase 4-6 tickets may be seated with others, as The Cabaret is cabaret-style seating.

High Cocktail

This is the fifth and final row, and contains all 4-top tables. Tables are bar height with bar stools. All stools have a back & footrest.

Student Tickets

Students with a valid student ID can purchase $25 tickets in the Main Floor section. Limit two (2) tickets per show per student. Discounts may not be eligible for certain performances.

SophistiTIX

Young professionals 35 and under are eligible for ticket discounts and other VIP perks at The Cabaret.

Member benefits

• Your SophistiTIX membership is totally free.
• All tickets are 25% off*. You can purchase two (2) tickets to each performance with your SophistiTIX membership, and your guest can be any age.
• Access to insider information, season pre-sale, and ticket discounts.
• Your membership will stay active until December 31st following your 36th birthday. No need to renew each year!

Your tickets serve as your reservation and do not include food or beverage. Once you’re seated at your table, one of our friendly servers will take your order.

No. The Cabaret is an all-ages venue that anyone mature enough to sit through a performance can enjoy! Some shows contain adult (raunchy and/or political) content, which will be indicated in the show’s description when known. However, we do not preview or censor artist content and don’t always know the material in advance.

We will always do our best to accommodate any seating requests!

If you would like to request to be seated with another party, you may do so by adding the request in the notes section during checkout, calling our Box Office at 317-275-1169, or emailing info@thecabaret.org.

Yes, The Cabaret complies with all ADA requirements. Please contact us with any specific concerns at info@thecabaret.org or 317-275-1169, and we will be happy to accommodate you.

The Cabaret doesn’t use physical tickets. When you arrive for the performance, you will check in with The Cabaret host using your last name. One of our friendly ushers will show you to your table.

Transfer your tickets to a friend

Tickets may be transferred to a friend or family member. Simply notify our box office of the name change no later than 24 hours prior to your scheduled performance at (317) 275-1169 or info@thecabaret.org.

Ticket Donations

If you cannot use your tickets or transfer them to a friend, you may also return them to The Cabaret as a ticket donation. Tickets must be returned at least 72 hours prior to the performance. Tickets donated must be tickets that the patron originally purchased from The Cabaret.

Donated tickets will be recognized as tax-deductible donations, and you will receive a letter confirming this gift.

Patrons are encouraged to park free of charge in the designated Buckingham Companies lot (at Meridian & St. Joseph). Download a parking map here.

In addition to our free parking lot, there are plenty of metered parking spaces around the Metzger Building, and valet is available for $15.

Yes, The Cabaret offers valet parking for just $15!

Just pull up to the marquee, and one of our friendly valets will take it from there.

The Cabaret

Doors open 90 minutes before the show begins. Most performances begin at 8 PM, which means doors open at 6:30 PM.

For faster dinner service, we recommend arriving at least one hour before the performance.

The Alley at The Cabaret

Gates open & seating begins at 6:30 PM.

Yes! Our free coat check is available during our fall and winter seasons, typically October – April.

The Cabaret
Our menu, created by our friends at The Jazz Kitchen, includes small plates, full entrees, and desserts. It includes accommodations for most dietary restrictions. The Cabaret also features our gorgeous Glick Bar with craft cocktails, curated wine lists, and more.

Patrons are welcome to preview our menu here.

The Alley at The Cabaret
Beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks will be available for purchase.

There are no food & beverage minimums at The Cabaret and The Alley at The Cabaret.

There are no food & beverage minimums at The Cabaret and The Alley at The Cabaret.

We recommend arriving at least one hour before show time if you plan to dine with us. Light food and beverage service will continue throughout the performance.

No, seating is pre-assigned by The Cabaret staff. Current sponsors and donors of $250+ receive priority preference regarding seating.

For more information regarding sponsorship, click here.
For more information on becoming a donor of $250+, please click here.

Yes, The Cabaret has wireless listening system devices and headphones available for use during the performance. Patrons may request an Assisted Listening Device from the Audience Experience Manager when they check in for the performance.

The Cabaret is a certified Kulture City member. We have a quiet room set aside for patrons with sensory needs. Kulture City sensory bags equipped with headphones, fidget toys, and more are available upon request from the Audience Experience Manager.

Earplugs are available upon request for any patron who may need them.

We’ll take you as you are, but attire at The Cabaret typically ranges from business casual to cocktail.

No guns, knives, or weapons of any kind are allowed on The Cabaret premises.

We are a smoke-free venue, so please leave cigarettes or vapes in your bags or outside the door.

We do not allow photo or video recording of our performances. Please leave any professional recording devices (video recorders, cameras, or smart glasses) at home. If you wear prescription smart glasses, please do not activate recording. No photo/video recording is a strict requirement in our contract with artists – guests who do not honor this may be asked to leave.