Houston, TX

Arena Theater in Houston

Address: 7326 Southwest Fwy., Houston TX 77074 - MAP
Phone: (713) 268-6224
Web: www.arenahouston.com

The Arena Theatre is a living legend, thanks to the living legends that have played here throughout the theater's history, after it was built in 1965.

As one of Houston's oldest concert venues, the Arena Theatre is notable for its arena-in-the-round style and excellent acoustics that have showcased such legendary performers as Willie Nelson, BB King, Tom Jones, Aretha Franklin and Smokey Robinson.

In fact, the intimate setting feels more like a private event than a concert venue. All seats are less than 60 feet from the stage, giving audience members the feeling that they are part of the show, not just spectators.

The stage revolves, too, so every seat in the house is an excellent one. Other notable performers include Foreigner, REO Speedwagon, Clint Black and Huey Lewis and the News.

Full-service bars and a secure parking garage are among the many amenities here.