Great shows with talented casts, incredible set design, and a wonderful venue!…read more Loved seeing the shows when I lived in town. Definitely miss it now that I've moved away.

The self-appointed king of events is back at it with another venue review. My most recent conquest?…read moreHale Center Theater in downtown Gilbert. This charming theater is located in the thick of the heart of downtown Gilbert. As far as I could tell, they don't have a parking lot but there is plenty of free street and surface lots close by. Just a few minutes away by foot. All theaters have their pros and cons and Hale is no different. It's a intimate theater that probably can seat a few hundred people tops. Which means there really isn't a bad seat in the house. Well, let's talk about the seats. The space between seats is pretty cramped if you're tall (I'm 6'2"). Let's switch gears again. Concessions consists of snacks (no hot food) and beverages. During intermission, they bring a cart out to the stage so you don't have to go to the lobby. Nicely done! Reasonable prices too for a venue. The lobby area gets pretty packed right before the show. Rather than messing with the traffic jam, I went to the other side of the theater and went to the restroom there. It's a one person restroom (not ideal for a venue) but the restrooms by the lobby are larger. I saw Catch Me If you Can at Hale. Looking forward to my next visit!

My daughter has been attending Studio 3 since 2010. I've…read morehad all 3 of my children there for classes. Emma, the owner, loves these kids and goes above and beyond for them every chance she gets. I've never seen someone more committed to kids as she is. I consider myself to be a protective parent and I trust Emma and the staff with my kids wholeheartedly. Throughout 2020 they have worked tirelessly to put safe systems and procedures in place to continue providing kids with opportunities to safely rehearse and even perform on stage! Following all city / county / state guidelines and mandates. Even going beyond mandated guidelines when it made it safer for the kids, their families, and staff. Studio 3 is my daughter's "home away from home" many staff and students have become family to her.

Looking for a studio to get your child moving? Do not stop here. My child started here in 2021. Her…read morefirst year, she had a musical theatre teacher quit, a ballet teacher quit, and her Saturday class cancelled. I should have seen the red flags. But I met the dance teacher Rea who so graciously allowed my (then) 4 year old to dance up and join a class for 6+. Because of this dance teacher, my child joined the dance competition team. The team, the dance teacher, the parents have all been amazing. But the studio director Emma is the only reason why we will not be returning. Rehearsals, events, and shows never run on time and working parents are expected to get time off with short notice when Emma finally decides to send schedules out. Private lessons are constantly interrupted by volunteers that Emma has hired or even Emma herself. If you are unfortunate enough to be bumped to the back dance room, be prepared to have your child dance around props and costumes. She is also highly unprofessional, she asks her parent volunteers for far more than she should. Billing is hardly ever on time. This year she double charged my account for lessons that we were previously charged months prior. My emails and texts and stopping at the desk went unanswered. It wasn't until I told the front desk that I was not going to pay for tickets to an event, that Emma was now magically available. Instead of remaining professional and saying it was a clerical error, she chose to blame two other staff members who have nothing to do with billing accounts. And what really did it for us this year was when Emma told her older son to hide behind dance bags at a dance competition in a dressing room for girls only. Other studios complained about her son and many of us moms warned her, and she chose to try to use her daughter's bag and my child's bag for her son to hide. Since that incident she has become vindictive, even going as far as yelling at children that they will not dance at recital. Unfortunately even with a great dance teacher and great community amongst parents, we can no longer subject our child to Emma. Not when my child's is telling me she is scared of her. Find another place.

Let me say this, I have lived in the Valley all my life. Yes, I am a full fledged native. The City…read moreof Chandler has rapidly grown over the years and this was my first visit to Chandler Center For The Arts. On this Saturday night the artist performing was Pat Metheney. At the onset before the performance we were told that this would be the last concert of the season. The Chandler Center is going to get a renovation and probably will not be open until late October or early November. This Center houses a large venue and on this Saturday night it was pretty much a sold out crowd. When Pat Metheney came out he didn't waste any time and just started playing. The crowd was really into the music and so was I. The place has provisions for the handicapped and does allow for drinks during the performance. I really don't know what else to add other than the place is impressive. When it opens up again in the Autumn maybe take a look at what they have in the concert venue. I guess we got lucky to attend their last concert of the season.

We came here for the Australian Pink Floyd show and super impressed. The facility was immaculate,…read morethe staff was super friendly and thanked us for visiting several times. I had a margarita for $11.00 and a beer for $6.00. The prices were very reasonable and service was fast and friendly. The bathrooms were also very clean and conveniently located.

This is the perfect place to send your musically artistic and even challenged kiddos. The staff is…read moreso patient and will turn that kid into a vision of artistry in no time. The summer camps are a great way to start and music lessons are like therapy for anyone and the friendships created from the seasonal bands are forever! They have loads of times and options to work with your schedule and flexibility. They also offer sessions for adults... that way you never grow old! Highly recommend

We sent our child there every week for about five months. They never told us anything, other than…read moreshe's doing well. $230 for 45 minutes four times a months... They had a very quiet person teaching her. We found out after about two months that they were sending us emails with instructions to help her practice. after the 5 months and over $900 she's learned absolutely nothing! as a matter of fact, she was singing better before she was there and we have recordings to prove it.

They make you pay outrageous amounts to be part of the production and fail to deliver on promised…read morerefunds. There are so many other great theater companies in the area that actually pay their actors, so don't waist your time with this one.

I do not recommend Copperstar Repertory Company's musical theater summer camps for kids. I signed…read moremy child up hoping for a fun, friend-making experience in theater during summer break. On the first day I was disappointed that the staff was not very warm but was optimistic about how much fun lessons, rehearsals and, most of all, performing could be. As the week went on I got frequent complaints about how stern the staff was, disorganization and how most of the day was very serious, competitive and very boring. My disappointment turned to absolute dismay towards the end of camp when I stopped by during rehearsal and heard how gruff the administrators were with the kids (the group I signed up for had kids as young as 7 in it). They stopped the production every few minutes for lectures that I personally would have found humiliating if they'd been given to me and no praising whatsoever during the time I was there. When I leave my child in another's care this is the exact opposite of what I hope for. On the night of the performance the show started late, didn't include all of the kids' names in the program and instead of being excited my kid was relieved that it was over and return the following Monday wasn't required. I don't plan on supporting this company in any way in the future.

We arrived at downtown Mesa about 7:40pm, parking was ample, easy and free. We parked on the street…read morenear the piper parking lot. A short walk had us arriving at the theater about 7:50pm. We easily visited the bathroom and arrived at our seats before the show started. The theater was clean and modern looking. The staff were very friendly and helpful in assisting in finding our seats. The sound quality was excellent. On this night we enjoyed the Australian Pink Floyd concert. They have been covering Pink Floyd for 38 years and doing it quite well. Great show and venue! Highly recommended!

I was so happy to visit the Mesa Arts Center today. There is a very powerful art show on exhibit…read more The wood masks had so much personality and strength. I enjoyed and was so impressed by the show entitled Retablo Sonorense. It featured handmade shoe of cloth and glass, canvases with embroidered people and then painted. The likeness of the embroidered items was incredible. There are two other galleries to enjoy yourself. You may visit the gallery for free. Free street, covered and lot parking available. WiFi available in the gallery.

Incredible evening with stellar performances! A magical…read moreevening filled with rollicking fun & excitement. They are Stars of comedy and improvisation. The ambiance was cozy and the food was incredible! If you are looking for a memorable evening, look no further! Would very highly recommend and can't wait to go back!

While visiting AZ for spring break we were researching fun things for our family to do. My husband…read morecame across this experience and we had a BLAST! Coming from Los Angeles we can be real snobs with this subject as we have experienced great theater at places like Disneyland, Upright Citizens Brigade Improve theater and even The Hollywood Bourbon Rooms interactive production of Rock of Ages (sadly ended during COVID). It is wonderful to see this group has sustained for so long and many people rave about it. I even had a client in Los Angeles visiting from AZ tell me he had heard great things about this company, albeit not experienced it before. The show we saw was hosted at Maggiano's Italian Restaurant. The food is in alignment with the restaurant; oversized portions served family style with a limited set menu. That being said, they were able to accommodate my vegan husband and other guests at my table that are gluten free. The theater production takes place before and during your dinner in one of the private rooms at the restaurant. Everyone gets a character name tag so be prepared to be pulled up to participate. It's all a part of the fun. The room hosted about 20 diners/attendees making it an intimate experience. Perfect for all ages and laughs were shared all around. I highly recommend to any local or out of towner to spice up your dinner with this lively and colorful experience.

This school is so amazing. The principal and the vice principal are so nice and caring! I don't…read morecare for much of the people but that's life. Overall, the school is so amazing and I'm so happy I've met so many nice people and transferred here from my old school! 11/10 recommend

one of the worst schools. principal will talk shit on students and act like nothin happened. say…read morethey care for the kids there but ignored the fact a girl cut herself in the bathroom. every teacher here does act like there also students, begging to know about drama and asking to be friends with students as well. teachers also are certainty under qualified and very little staff to the point where there is 20 kids in one room for hours at a time. the school also does not care about any bullying or harassment and will js ignore all problems. will also target students. not suspending who have been founded with drugs. adding how the education here is absolutely trash and will not help any kid get into a good college. this school is honesty so unprofessional and disgusting. please do not send your children here for the sake of there childhood and mental health.

All the performances I have watched from Actors's Youth Theathe were so professional and well done…read more I can only think of Emma Stone one day one of those kiddos will be receiving an Oscar as well. They are all so talented! Please go support them. You will be amazed by their talents! Current performance Beetlejuice Jr. It was such a fun performance! I look forward watching the next show.

This is the home of Actor's Youth Theatre which has various performances throughout the year. It's…read morean aging theatre, but overall has been maintained fairly well. Love the variety of shows that happen, and it's a great plaza to grab dinner or a drink before or after the show.

Wow! I am blown away by the magic and juggling entertainment that Craig Davis provided at a…read morebirthday party I took my daughter to yesterday... (Thanks to Caleb and family for including us in all of the fun!) Craig was incredible and had everyone at the party, kids and adults, in awe of his magic and juggling... From card tricks to juggling fire, sticking a sword threw the birthday boy's grandma, working with a live bird, pulling all kinds of things out of an empty paper bag, figuring out the host's password to his iphone (and even throwing in some cyber security education), Craig had the crowd engaged throughout his entire act. It was a beautiful day and backyard venue as well. I will definitely recommend / seek out Craig for future entertainment options whether in-home, business, or at his own performances at Cattle Track, which can be found on his website.

Craig is a wonderfully talented magician. He entertained a large group of us at a location we…read moreselected. He did great in a close up environment and amazed everyone. Great personality and super friendly to all of us. I'm sure he does great with smaller audiences. We all laughed and had a great time. Book him for a show, you won't be disappointed. Thanks Craig.