If you're idea of nightlife in Clearwater Florida involves taking in the performing arts, then you'll want to check the schedule of events at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Found on the Clearwater mainland at 1111 McMullen-Booth Rd., this excellent mid-sized venue hosts everything from Broadway shows to music concerts. Big name musicians are known to play at Ruth Eckerd Hall with regularity, so you might just get to catch one of your favorite artists the next time you're in town. You can get your Ruth Eckerd Hall tickets before or after you arrive in Clearwater, though purchasing them in advance is generally the best way to go.

While Ruth Eckerd Hall boasts 2,200 seats, these seats can fill up fast when a big show comes to town. This is especially true for the music concerts and the Broadway shows, which are among the most popular events at Ruth Eckerd Hall. A lot of people live in the Tampa Bay area, which is why getting your Ruth Eckerd Hall tickets in advance is such a good idea. Some of the shows here actually require that you purchase your tickets in advance, so you might not have a choice. If you don't already have your tickets and you are attending one of the events at Ruth Eckerd Hall that allows patrons to buy tickets at the door, you can visit the ticket office from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. You can also buy your Ruth Eckerd Hall tickets at the ticket office one hour prior to the event in question.

Often times, the events at Ruth Eckerd Hall are rather elegant affairs that revolve around things such as theater shows and symphonic works. While there isn't a strict dress code at Ruth Eckerd Hall, you'll want to strive for the casual chic look when attending some of the more "high brow" events. Should you be attending music concert, on the other hand, you'll be just fine in jeans and a t-shirt if you don't feel like dressing up. Once you get through the door at Ruth Eckerd Hall, you can grab some drinks if you please. There is a full bar here, and nonalcoholic beverages are available as well. Drink service usually starts one hour before showtime, and the duration that it lasts depends on the specific event. 

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Ruth Eckerd Hall is part of the larger Richard B. Baumgardner Center for the Performing Arts, which is also home to additional facilities that can be used for things like weddings, receptions, and other private parties. In addition to taking in the performing arts at the Richard B. Baumgardner Center, you can also take advantage of the excellent educational programs that it offers. Residents of the Clearwater area who are interested in the performing arts are especially encouraged to consider the onsite educational programs at the center.