lincoln amphitheatre

This was a great setting and wonderful musical. We were able to enjoy the show with our children. The atmosphere isn't stuffy or snooty. You don't have to dress up, though some do. Concessions are available and are reasonably priced. My only gripe was that ticket prices go up 2 hrs before the show. Seems silly to me when the Ampitheatre was only 1/4-1/3 full. It can be a costly venture for a family. Tickets for our group of 8, ran over $100 and one was an infant. Aside from that, this was another great experience.

We had heard some very nice things about the production A. Lincoln: A Pioneer Tale and they were accurate. The theater is built in the Lincoln State Park, a beautiful setting. The stage is large with a second level which was effectively used for the Gettysburg Address as well as other scenes. Some in our party had a little trouble watching a singing and dancing Abe Lincoln but they were won over in the end. One thing, I would skip the buffet. It had the usual chicken, roast beef and veggies but I think next time we will eat before we arrive for a show.

This reveiw is for the Amphitheatre, where we went to see the play/musical A. Linclon: A Pioneer Tale. What a nice setting for an amphitheatre. Very relaxing way to spend an evening, watching a quality production, in a covered outdoor theatre. Lot's of great seats, plenty of leg room between rows. There will always be varying opinions on the different productions that are put on there, but surely everyone who goes here would agree, this is a quality amphitheatre. While we are not regular attendees of plays/musicals, regardless of the venue, we enjoyed our evening here so much, we look forward to returning for futures productions!

We have seen the Lincoln play/musical at this venue now twice. It is a very well done production. The play was turned to more of a musical three years ago. We saw this new version for the first time this July. The story is a wonderful overview of Abe Lincolns life, particularly his time spent in Indiana. The music is very well done. The actor that played the Older Lincoln was stoic. I would highly recommend this play/musical. The venue is a covered outdoor ampitheater. They make wonderful use of the natur surrounding the ampitheater as part of the production. If staying in the park, it is close to the campgrounds. Also, there is a concession stand available and a history building to tour prior to the show. Finally, there is a fried chicken meal you can purchase and have dinner next to the theater prior to the show. A visit worth making...and great for the whole family. A part of Indiana history for sure.

Took the family to see A. Lincoln, A Pioneer Tale. Very fun time! Our seats were great and the musical was very entertaining. Our kids (age 10-20) loved it too! They have a nice concession stand and we enjoyed walking through the history building before the show. Would recommend going and we will certainly be back!

For a small county, big productions are put on! The place is really nice & all the seats are excellent.

Hi, we saw Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Very well done. The facility is very nice. Even though the weather was warm, there was a nice breeze and it was enjoyable experience.

This venue is great for an evening show. The theatre is outside and will get hot during the day, so try to get to an evening show. Stadium style seating and good acting.

Attended a play there this summer, thought it was a nice venue.

There is not a bad seat in this outdoor theatre. I have never seen a bad show here either. Just fantastic!

Incredible theatre and play. Breathtaking setting. Fascinating story.

We visited the Lincoln Amphitheatre in June to see the performance of "Lincoln: Upon the Altar of Freedom." This turned out to be a thoroughly enjoyable experience from when we arrived until when we left hours later. First we spent some time in an exhibit about Abraham Lincoln, then we had a hot picnic lunch (extra cost) of really good fried chicken, mashed potatoes and green beans. During this time period, the costumed actors were in character helping to set the stage for later. From children's games to an appeal by John Wilkes Booth to live music, they tried to give us a feel for life in the mid 19th century. We then found our seats in a beautiful, covered amphitheatre for the play. The story line was presented as train-of-thought by the just shot president as he revisited events rather than a straight following of the timeline of his life, which turned out to be very effective. We were pleased to see attention paid to his entire life, not just the period he spent in Indiana. It was very complete without being overwhelming, although I think it helped that we'd already visited several other sites that had information about Lincoln. Following the play, the musicians and some of the actors put on a concert of music from Lincoln's life and times, connecting each with the man.The staff was very helpful and pleasant, even supplying an electric cart ride back to our car (we had a senior with us).