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Orpheum Theater — Madison, WI

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Orpheum Theater — Madison, WI is a theater at 216 State Street. CAMERAS: Cell-Phone Cameras are allowed. Professional cameras with a detachable lens are not allowed. RECORDING DEVICES: Are not permitted. PROHIBITED ITEMS: Bags or purses over 12 x 6 x 1 inches are not allowed.

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FanProof verdictAt Madison’s Orpheum, bring a bag no larger than 12 × 6 × 12 inches; necessary medical equipment and nursing bags have exceptions. A sealed water bottle up to 20 ounces or an empty bottle is allowed. The box office and bars are cashless, artist merchandise may differ, and there is no coat check or re-entry.

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Bags & entry

Orpheum MADISON permits searched bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, with exceptions for necessary medical equipment and nursing mothers’ bags. Confirm permitted styles and your actual event.

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Orpheum Madison bag size limit

Permitted bag

up to12 × 6 × 12 in

12 in12 in6 in

Ordinary bag maximum shown.

Medical equipment and nursing mothers’ bags have separate exceptions.

Confirm permitted styles, necessary supplies and your actual show.

Drawings are not to scale or an orientation guide. Check every side against the venue’s listed measurements.

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Will my bag fit?

Pick a bag to compare it with Orpheum Theater — Madison, WI's published limit.

Dimensions only: bag type, contents, material and screening rules still apply. Preset sizes are typical, not your exact bag. Security staff make the final call at the gate.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline

Your event day

Travel time
  1. 6:45 PM
    Leave30 minutes to get there, then into the gates by your arrival time.
  2. 7:15 PMArrivePlanning estimate: 45 minutes before start. Check your ticket for doors and check-in times.
  3. 8:00 PMStartListed start time. Doors usually open earlier; check your ticket.
  4. AfterGetting homeCheck your ride or last train home

Times are in the venue's local time.

Venue details
Venue typeTheater
CapacityNot publishedno reliable fixed total in the reviewed venue record; event configuration may vary
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Transit & the journey home

Use the entrance at 216 State Street, Madison, WI 53703.

Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Parking

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Parking At A Glance

Best option
State Street Capitol Parking Garage 214 N Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703 Directly behind the theater. $8-$10 event parking.

Location

216 State Street

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Seats & views

Accessibility

Orpheum MADISON’s street entrance and main floor have wheelchair/semi-ambulatory locations. There is NO ELEVATOR to the second-floor balcony. Arrange your exact seat/companion and full route at 608-709-8157 or info@madisonorpheum.com. ListenWIFI uses your own phone/headphones; reserve a box-office receiver ahead if you lack a smartphone.

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Seating maps & views

Match the layout to your event before choosing seats. Stage position, floor seating, standing areas, and available sections can change.

Real photos from the seats

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Seating & atmosphere notes

Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Current event inventory

Varies by event. For most events, children under age 2 do not need a ticket but must sit on a parent's lap. Certain shows may have different rules. Please contact the venue to confirm child rules for the event you are attending: OrpheumInfo@fpc-live.com The event page is the source for the room, seating format, and doors.

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Accessibility check

Accessible seating is available online through Ticketmaster by filtering on the ADA Icon and selecting the Accessible Seats, or in person at The Orpheum Box Office during business hours. Box Office opens 2 hours prior to showtime - headlining act going on stage. Advances Sales - at The Sylvee Box Office (25 S Livingston St) Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10AM to 3PM

Inside the venuePayment, water and the atmosphere

Payment

Orpheum MADISON’s BOX OFFICE and BARS are CASHLESS, accepting credit/debit, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Artist merchandise is separate and may take cash. Confirm exact brands and your intended seller.

Water & drinks

Orpheum MADISON permits ONE sealed water bottle up to 20 ounces OR an empty water bottle. Confirm material, empty-bottle size and show-specific limits; ordinary outside food/unsealed liquids are prohibited.

The experience

  • Watch out for: CAMERAS: Cell-Phone Cameras are allowed. Professional cameras with a detachable lens are not allowed. RECORDING DEVICES: Are not permitted. PROHIBITED ITEMS: Bags or purses over 12 x 6 x 1 inches are not allowed.
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216 State Street · Madison, WI

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Orpheum MADISON permits searched bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, with exceptions for necessary medical equipment and nursing mothers’ bags. Confirm permitted styles and your actual event.

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Orpheum Theater — Madison, WI, 216 State Street · Madison, WI.
Transit
Use the entrance at 216 State Street, Madison, WI 53703.
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Orpheum MADISON’s street entrance and main floor have wheelchair/semi-ambulatory locations. There is NO ELEVATOR to the second-floor balcony. Arrange your exact seat/companion and full route at 608-709-8157 or info@madisonorpheum.com. ListenWIFI uses your own phone/headphones; reserve a box-office receiver ahead if you lack a smartphone.

Official venue accessibility guidance (opens in a new tab)Seat maps (opens in a new tab)

Orpheum MADISON’s BOX OFFICE and BARS are CASHLESS, accepting credit/debit, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Artist merchandise is separate and may take cash. Confirm exact brands and your intended seller. Orpheum MADISON permits ONE sealed water bottle up to 20 ounces OR an empty water bottle. Confirm material, empty-bottle size and show-specific limits; ordinary outside food/unsealed liquids are prohibited.

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Use the entrance at 216 State Street, Madison, WI 53703. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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