Performing Arts & Theater

on Route 66 in Albuquerque

Stage lovers, rejoice! Albuquerque has an expansive performing arts scene along and near Route 66, ranging from musical theater, stage drama, dance, slam poetry and comedy.

Stages and Venues

KiMo Theatre

423 Central Ave SW

Experience the magic of the Southwest in this 1926 Pueblo Deco picture palace, now a stage for musical performances, special film premieres and dance showcases from ballet to burlesque.

Kiva Auditorium

401 2nd St. NW

The Kiva Auditorium is located inside the Albuquerque Convention Center and boasts a proscenium stage that features concerts, comedy shows and much more.

Albuquerque Journal Theatre

1701 4th St SW

Located inside the National Hispanic Cultural Center, the Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts inside the Albuquerque Journal Theatre has burnished copper marquees, an orchestra pit, three levels of seating and over 1,700 feet of stage, making it one of New Mexico's largest theaters.

Popejoy Hall

203 Cornell Dr NE

New Mexico’s premiere performing arts center for Broadway musicals, plays, dance recitals, global music and comedy. Popejoy is located on the University of New Mexico campus.

Flamenco Works, Inc.

506 Central Ave SW

Albuquerque is the flamenco capital of North America. Flamenco Works presents world-class dance performances in an intimate setting in the heart of Downtown Albuquerque.

Dry Heat Comedy Club

100 Gold Ave SW Suite 112

Dry Heat is the hottest spot for stand-up comedy in the city. Laugh with hometown heroes and comedic voices from around the country.

The Box Performance Space & Improv Theatre

100 Gold Ave SW Suite 112

See Albuquerque’s longest-running comedy show at The Box, a little venue with a big personality.

Outpost Performance Space

210 Yale Blvd SE

A non-profit jazz venue supporting performance arts from jazz to classical, poetry to puppetry and visual art exhibits. Outpost hosts over 100 shows a year at a cozy space in the University Area.