We just came from seeing 'A Christmas Carol' (Dickens 'Scrooge' with a twist). The twist being a modern day pair of friends, who are reading the story and it comes to life as it unfolds before them. It definitely put me in the holiday 'mood' and has an uplifting ending! The story rapidly progresses and the time just flew by, even though it was two hours long! :) Over the years I have been to 2nd Space Theatre multiple times and each performance that I have been fortunate to attend, has been top-notch! Usually PERFECTLY cast too! The plays that they choose to perform are family friendly, which is why I like to support them. It is a small theater, but that's the beauty of it. The creativity with props, lighting and costumes never ceases to amaze me. For what they have to work with, it's amazing what they can pull off. This is the first time I have gone, where they have offered us SEAT CUSHIONS! I recommend them too! Guess why! ;) At intermission, they sell a variety of candy bars, water, cookies, coffee, and cocoa. All of it is about two dollars each. You cannot take food or drinks into the theater, with the exception of bottled water. You can park directly across the street in the east side of the Dollar Tree parking lot, or near the Chinese restaurant / Health food store area and walk east. I consider what they offer our city as a 'gift'. Fresno truly has some GREAT local talent! read more

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Watched Charles Dickinson's the Christmas Carol with my Grandmother & daughter. I have not been to 2nd space in a long time. I was amazed by the talent I saw. I felt emerged into the story. The modern references drew the kids into the story. Very up beat and special. Go check out a show at the website and take a friend or family member with you. I will be back there are so many shows I want to see. Keep up the good work read more

2nd Space Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Fresno, California

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We attended Second Space's production of Christmas Carol this year and thoroughly enjoyed it. This is a smaller, community theatre. Don't expect a production of Christmas Carol like you would see at a place like The Guthrie, but for the very reasonable price of $27 per ticket for all seats, we were very impressed with the quality of the show. The acting was amazing, as were the costumes. The set itself was a bit rudimentary, but again, considering the *extremely inexpensive* price of tickets, this was an amazing overall production. We also enjoyed how the company put their own twists on the play; it was great to see a new take on the classic play. My one suggestion to the theatre would be to partner with the nearby Howlin' Wolf or another local establishment to offer cocktails before the show and at intermission; it really feels like something is missing attending a theatre performance and not enjoying a fancy drink. Otherwise, though, this is a great community theatre! read more

The small 150 seat theater in the famous Tower District in Fresno is definitely worth a visit!! The players are locals who give amazing positive energy to their various roles and interact with the audience on an intimate level by including them in sing-a-longs and story telling that simply captures your heart and the spirit of the season There are many local restaurants that are walking distance to grab lunch or dinner before or after the performance. read more

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There was a person that walked in before the show started, wearing a large mask and a heavy backpack. He went to the stage and sat down on one of the props and proceeded to stare at us in the audience (we were in the front row not more than 4 feet from him. The stage manager told him he had to leave the stage, he walked away but came back. Asked to leave the stage again, he went to the top of the bleachers behind us. His whole appearance and demeanor made about a dozen people uncomfortable, and I was among those who left the theater before the show started. I did not feel safe. read more

I have really been enjoying the small, equity waiver productions of this talented group of Fresnans. I have seen just about everything this season 2019 (which runs on a calendar year instead of season). The best play I have seen, I saw last Sat., Brighton Beach Memoirs. Truly inspired, of course a great script by the late, great, Neil Simon and the children in the cast == spectacular! I have also seen a perennial fav at Second Space -- Driving Miss Daisy. Very well done. Not as great was Shot in the Dark. I recommend this theater over Roger Rocka's because it is small, intimate and gives the true theater experience. Roger Rocka's is more of a nightclub/dinner/performance space. I like them both, but differently. I gave 4 instead of 5 starts ONLY because of the uncomfy chairs and the lack of leg space unless you sit in the first row. Also, they are great about allowing anyone in that has hearing or other disabilities and needs more time to get in and find the proper seating. This has helped with me seeing the show in the front row, not kicking anyone and getting cramped up, while my friend who is almost deaf can hear the action live and center. read more

This theater is a local treasure. They mount six productions a year, each running Thursday - Sunday for several weeks. It's literally the "second space" venue of Good Company Players, which also puts on shows at Roger Rocka's Music Hall at the corner of Olive and Wishon. Good Company Players (GCP) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The 2nd Space Theatre is a small, intimate venue for comedies and dramas, and the Music Hall houses mostly musicals and is also a dinner theater. There's no meal at 2nd Space, but I actually find that a plus since there are so many places to eat and drink in the Tower District either before or after the play. They opened the 2023 season in January with Shakespeare in Love (a stage adaptation), which was great. Other plays this year are Kalamazoo, Bad Seed, Pride and Prejudice, Arsenic and Old Lace, and A Christmas Carol. read more

I very much enjoy coming to Second Space. The actors are so talented and they shows they pick are usually very good, out of a handful I've seen I have only disliked one. It is a small, intimate theater, and there are really no bad seats. A great way to see what are community can do! read more

For those who do not appreciate the local performing arts scene, Fresno has a lot to offer. With many local companies churning out professional productions with talented, local amatuer actors, you could see several new productions every week. 2nd Space is a great little theater in the heart of the Tower. Good Company Players stages half of their shows here...typically non-musicals. A few weeks back, I saw 12 Angry Men, which is one of Evil's favorites. Excellent production. I felt the small theater enabled the cast to emphasize the claustrophobic feeling of the original. Wonderful. Next up is an actual musical for 2nd Space, which is rare. The best part is that you get a well done show for a very affordable price! read more

I've had season tickets to 2nd Space for the past 5 years and I'm seldom disappointed by the choice of plays, the sets or the actors. The range is from hilarious (Neil Simon's Fools), touching (The Miracle Worker), controversial (Doubt) and historic (Grapes of Wrath). There is an occasional mis-casting but as a whole, this is a group of seasoned actors who obviously enjoy what they do and do it well. The seating surrounds the stage on 3 sides and I've sat on all sides. They stage the play so you don't miss much even if you are on a side seat. The people who staff the box office and snack bar are personable and take the time to help anyone in need. Special arrangements can be made for wheelchairs or walkers. They also put on a tremendous Christmas show each year that is worth making a family tradition. read more

Holiday show FUN! Can't say it enough! Cast shared funny skits, beautiful songs, and like family! Thank you for the memories and sharing your beautiful show with us! My family had a great time! We laughed and sang shared memories with each other on the way home prefect evening read more

Such a nice little theater! Prices were $20 general admission, $17 for students and seniors and $12 for students within 10 minutes of seating if there are seats available. We got to see An Ideal Husband and it was great! Can't wait to see more! read more

Spent Valentines evening here and saw the wonderfully funny, "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike". The performances were what you would expect to see on theaters in Broadway. It was a cozy theater, and at first I thought it may bother me, but the actors/esses were so good at their craft, the audience soon forgot where we were. I simply cannot express how impressed I was with this show and with 2nd Space, what a shame I have missed this treasure of Fresno. I can promise, we will be back! read more

Went to see Blithe Spirit. They did a great job, and recommend to all audiences. Price is right, and the performance was well done. I'll be back often! read more

Watched the Christmas Story last night. Wonderful, great quality of acting. Enjoy the variety of plays. Considering being a season ticket holder for the upcoming year. read more

The entire acting crew for this Classic Shakespeare play, Comedy of Errors was fantastic. Thoroughly enjoyed it. The play moved along a smooth place. The costumes were authentic to the era of the play. The actors did an amazing job in reciting their lines in traditional Shakespeare prose. We enjoyed the play and recommend it if you are in the mood for a relaxing classic comedy. read more

Thank you Laurie and Dan for tonight. I can't tell you how much it meant to me, and all involved. We love you both.

Very talented group of young people. The theater is small, but intimate.