Otis A. Singletary Center for the Arts — Attraction in Lexington

People who struggle with stairs, beware. And that's just the beginning. The floor has rows of what, 59 seats with the only access being from the sides. Oh, you have an awesome dead center seat? Have fun squeezing past 30 people to get to it.

Are you unfamiliar with the layout? Don't expect any help finding your seat. There were exactly two ushers assigned to the inside on my experience and they were more into the show than the job. The young lady who showed me my entrance door was completely oblivious to the layout as well. As someone with a mild disability, all of the stairs were literally a pain as well. While left to defend for ourselves in seat location, I discovered the rows were labeled with very tiny brass plates with the letters. Nothing illuminated and no one to help. Once seated, you realize the seats are on par with what you might expect in an airplane. It is not a comfortable venue in the slightest. It seems designed for numbers, not experience.

I will happily drive to Louisville, Richmond or Cincinnati to a similar venue given the option. I don't know what would bring me back...

Great venue to see a wide variety of shows, professional and collegiate. There are two main performance spaces, the Recital Hall (smaller) and the Concert Hall (larger). Both have reasonably good sound, and reasonably comfortable seating. The Concert Hall has very long rows of seats with no middle aisle, so be aware of this if your seat is near the center.

This is the main performance venue for the Lexington Philharmonic, and the theater offers numerous other ticketed events throughout the year.

However, the performances by UK music students and groups are what makes this place really special. During the school year, there's something going on almost every night of the week, and all performances are open to the general public, and generally are free.

Parking is nearby, within two blocks. There is a small concession stand that's open during ticketed events.

Do not overlook the free UK Art Museum, also located in...

The Singletary Center needs to return to its former glory of bringing in talent from all over the world, but this venue is amazing. Its original program was established by Holly Salisbury, and when she passed, they donated the venue and food for an amazing celebration of her life. This was accomplished in 4 days due to the amazing staff and university students who are earning art administration degrees. The Singletary Center is also the venue used by the Central Kentucky Youth Orchestra and the Lafayette High School orchestras for their concerts.

It has two concert halls, one of which is being renovated and updated. It also has multiple rooms that can be used for private parties, art shows, or business events. The catering available is also excellent. The quality of food is A+. Love this place and thankful that...