I had the distinct honor of attending three of the five productions from the 2012-2013 season at Bunbury. First and foremost, the location of the theatre is tucked away in the gorgeous Henry Clay building in downtown Louisville. You enter the grand foyer and make your way to the antique elevators with butterflies in your stomach. You just cannot wait for your experience at Bunbury to begin.
That incredible feeling continues as the Bunbury staff and volunteers greet you. It is an immediate intimate and personal setting. Everyone is excited and thrilled to have you and each volunteer ensures your utmost comfort and satisfaction with the entire experience, from box office to refreshments to guiding you to your seat.
The theatre is small. It is the perfect setting for an intimate theatre experience. There isn't a bad seat in the house. Of the three productions I saw, I was immediately engaged and intrigued by the cast, the set, the ambiance, and my fellow audience members. It is an all-around positive and uplifting experience in the creative arts.
I make a point to visit the Bunbury Theatre EVERY SINGLE TIME I visit Louisville and I cannot wait to see what the 2013-2014 season has in store. If you live in Louisville and look for one-of-a-kind, diverse, engaging live theatre, take a moment to visit Bunbury. You must consider a subscription for the year (you can even pick your seats for the season and they will always be there for you). If you are visiting the city for work or for pleasure, consider a show at Bunbury. It will give you the greatest example of creative and performance arts that the thriving Louisville community has to offer you.
Bravo, Bunbury. Bravo.