Once Again! Are you kidding me!!! Absolutely a GEM of a theater!…read more Came to watch Sweeney Todd and left in awe!! Cast was truly phenomenal!! Love the home feeling this theater has. Small and intimate, full of life and love. You can feel the art and dedication overflowing here! Please if you have not visited yet, what are you waiting for!? Buy your ticket now! I surely will be back. Thank you Gem!

"Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" is a must-see production…read more I was seated literally front and center on opening night, and I'm still riding that high. Legitimately the best live musical production I've ever experienced in my life, and you would not believe that I only paid $30.00 flat for a performance of that caliber and parking was free. THEATRE IS BACK LIKE IT NEVER LEFT, BABY!!!!! It's hard for me to review musicals and plays because I want to share enough to promote the show and encourage people to get out there and see it, but I also don't want to spoil anything. That said, both the storyline and the movie have been out there long enough by now that if you still don't know the plot... that's on you!!!! When people tell you to support local talent, you're probably imagining someone's uncle on stage with a saxophone. But what if I told you that behind the curtains of the Gem Theater is a full-fledged orchestra dedicated to this incredible production? I'm a Gustavo Dudamel girly as much as the next person (shout-out LA Philharmonic), but goddamnnnnn, the Gem Theater orchestra was REALLY throwing it down back there. I would've loved to see them come out from backstage to take a bow and receive a round of applause alongside their conductor and the rest of the cast because they were putting in werk, too! I also loved the actors and actresses cast for this production. In addition to their obvious musical capabilities, their facial expressions and body language in each scene were impeccable. I was especially impressed that the casting decisions weren't simply what Hollywood has conditioned us to expect these characters to look like (i.e., Helena Bonham Carter and Johnny Depp doppelgangers). Everyone brought their own interpretation to the roles, and it worked beautifully. My favorite part of the show was the way "By the Sea" came together. Sweeney Todd has been my favorite musical since I was in middle school, and I've always wanted to see it performed live but never had the chance until now. I was genuinely curious about how the cast would pull off this scene because in the movie, they could obviously record and overlay multiple clips of Mrs. Lovett and Todd, but the way they handled it live was so lighthearted, witty, and genuinely delightful. It was honestly such a healing experience for my inner child...... which is such an ironic thing to say about a musical involving themes about c*nnibalism, murderous meat pies, and Victorian misery, LMAO. The costuming was also SCRUMPTIOUS. I'm not sure if they have an in-house designer or what their secret sauce is, but I'm sure we'll see them at London Fashion Week soon enough because those outfits were absolutely sooooo cunty (respectfully). One suggestion I have is for Gem Theater to consider setting up themed display cases or exhibits related to the current production as a way to drive additional foot traffic to the venue. For Sweeney Todd, imagine having different pieces from Mrs. Lovett's and Sweeney Todd's wardrobes, a pie, the barber shears, and other display props on view in the theater. I personally LOVE seeing Broadway props and production artifacts, and I'm sure other theater kids would be in the same boat. Obviously, this would depend on whether the theater has the capacity for it and isn't already doing something similar, but I think it could be such a fun addition. It's something I've seen done at El Capitan Theatre and The Bridgerton Experience in the past, and I think it could really resonate with theatre patrons here as well! :-) I also read online that Gem Theater used to have a sale on Halloween costumes back in the day, and I'm curious if there are any plans to bring that back sometime? I love thrifting and upcycling, and I think that could be a really fun event if they ever decide to revive it! Anyway, the final takeaway is: everyone needs to get their tickets to see this rockstar production while they're still available! There really isn't a bad seat in the house, and if that isn't enough to sell you, you should know that their air conditioning is also fully functional and a godsend in this 90+ degree Southern California weather. Thank you again to Damien, Victor (with the amazing hair), and Gem Theater for this delightful experience! I can't wait to see what you put on next, which is hopefully either The Greatest Showman or re-runs of Hairspray and Avenue Q because I dropped the ball and missed them first time around (but I promise to not be as foolish this time!).

Garden Grove has a brilliant Shakespeare Company bring well staged modern versions of the…read moreplaywright's ancient classics . Your high school play is a poor comparison and so would be most of the stodgier tradition stuff that you would imagine. The Tempest in this version takes place on an exotic island perhaps in Asia and performed with music, dance, rhythmic drumming and imaginative staging as with most of new theatrical companies. I can not say that I am a fan of Shakespeare's art but I enjoy good live performances of all types of theatrics & music. This Shakespeare Company does do that very well.

Amazing inexpensive Shakespeare, right here in downtown Garden Grove, CA of The OC…read more I have seen super star Hollywood actors plus actresses perform a radio show here. Then we went to their phenomenal production of William Shakespeare's Midsummer's Night Dream featuring a local OC-based Thaitian dance troupe. Pluses: An abundance of FREE Parking! They only have a very small dedicated parking lot. But no worries. You can readily park on the street for free all right within 1 block of the theater. Bring a picnic lunch and get here early. You can spread out and enjoy it on the grass of the park which is right outside of the theater. They sell beer, wine, and soda. Bring some singles with you. You won't be disappointed.

You won't be disappointed by THE PLAY!! It is a fresh, new work that has brilliant dialogue filled…read morewith wit. You are watching an audience watch a play. How cool is that?! This is definitely a MUST see. Hurry and buy your tickets now!

Very entertaining and very cozy... Talented performers...I'm done with my review this is just…read moreextraneous random stuff to appease Yelps lame minimum character policy

This is a good group for community theater. There is not an excess of talent but there is a lot of…read moreenthusiasm. We have seen several plays here and we know some of the cast members. It is a good venue and there is not a bad seat in the house. It is a tad bit overpriced, but compared to a movie, it is not bad. They have a lot of shows and they seem to have a good following. I think if you take the best talent from the Junior Colleges that is what you will find here. Overall I recommend.

First time seeing a performance here! I didnt know what to expect, but knew I had "nose bleed"…read moreseats. But, there are no bad seat. Small quaint venue where every seat is great!!! I was 3rd row from the top and loved the view of the stage and performer!! The sound was great! The seats are padded and fairly wide. I did not feel crowded by my neighbor. Parking is free and 100' away next to the Vietnam War Memorial. I would not hesitate to see another show here!!

Very nice staff and plenty of parking, especially when the courthouse isn't open. The concessions…read moreare cheap and the seats are very comfortable even in the back. No fuss and no hassle. Metal water bottles were okay and everybody was very relaxed. Definitely recommend.

If you come to Knott's often then you know this is where they have the ice skating rink and put on…read morean amazing Christmas show. They have about 4 or 5 performances throughout the day but my advice is to get there early if you want a good seat. If the show has a start time of 1PM we would typically start waiting in line at around 12PM. Even then you probably won't be the first people in line but you will still get a good seat. Once the line starts getting long they start making people go up the ramp and start making line up there. Be aware if you start going up your whole party must be with you as they will not let anyone go up that is left downstairs. Be aware that in this are you must fill in all the empty space. People do try to cut to get to the front so just be aware of that. Once they open the doors you enter from all the way up top unless you are handicapped then you are let in downstairs. You can choose to sit up top which is still a nice view but if you want to be up close you will need to make your way down all the stairs to make it to the front. As far as the show for the 2024 season they did change it up and make a just a little bit more modern which I loved. The performers all did an amazing job and of course we all love seeing the peanuts characters perform on ice. It was a great show and I hope they keep it the same next year or if they do change it I hope it is for the better. I do miss the summer show that they used to put on in this theatre. I'm not sure why they got rid of it but I hope they bring it back one day. If you come here during the holidays this is a must see show for all ages.

They do 2 shows that I know of, Beach Blanket Beagle which is in the summer and Snoopy on Ice. The…read morestadium holds up to 2000 people. I prefer the Snoopy on Ice versus Beach Blanket Beagle, but both shows are pretty good and entertaining. They do sell show light up neon sticks which can interfere with your eyes as well. I will not review the show itself, but the best seat is up in front 2nd row in the middle as you can see everything. I never sat up in front for Beach Blanket Beagle though. They also have events there as well as I remember in high school the award ceremony was there. Oh yes no eating or drinking during the show and make sure your entire party is there.

Arrrrrrrrgh, an shivery my timbers!! This was absolutely amazing!! From the shipwreck stage to the…read moreflying pirates. The show was awesome!!! For some it may be a little to loud as there is a show that contains gun fire so small children may get scared but as for the rest of you scallywags the singing dancing and sword fights are where its at!! The food choices are limited as it is a fixed menu but the chicken was really good and flavorful and the mashed potatoes and veggies were good as well nothing to fancy. We were there to celebrate a birthday so when they came out with the chocolate cake dessert the waiter lit a candle on hers. Very kind and prompt service!

The show itself is a cool-super immersive with great acrobatic stunts, sword fights, and high…read moreenergy that kept the kids glued to the stage the whole time. Fun to dress up as pirates. That said, the overall setup leaves a bit to be desired. The food was really "eh" and clearly aimed at kids' tastes, and the seats are packed way too close together (you'll definitely be rubbing shoulders with strangers). Come for the entertainment, but don't expect a comfortable gourmet meal!

Everything was well-thought and the performance is great and automatic. I enjoyed how the night…read moreplayed out and how the facility is structured to serve and entertain the guests. Medieval Times definitely is doing things well. I went with my family and we all had a great time. The food was good and filled me up and to-go boxes were provided if needed. Drinks were priced reasonably and merchandise is readily available to purchase. The facility looks and feels in good repair and for how long this business has been opened, it looks good. Bathrooms were kept clean and are in working order. The arena is well equipped with sound and lights and I didn't feel like there is a bad seat. The performing artists were entertaining and gave us a good show! My advice would be to have fun with it, go with a group if possible and to dress up! Many people had the attire of the medieval time period on and they looked great! I would recommend Medieval Times to those looking for fun dinner entertainment. We all had a great time!

Aye, Miladies and Milords! Such a treat to have a feast while watching the knights jousting and…read morebattling one another for the queen and king and the crowds! We came here with the family and this was our first time experiencing Medieval Times dinner and tournament. We were so excited and didn't know what to expect. Get here early for ample time to park and check in! It was so cool to see some folks all dressed up for the medieval times occasion! You're seating to the respective night color section and that's the knight you'll root for. There is an assigned server for each section to deliver your feast: tomato bisque, toasted garlic bread, roasted chicken (by golly it was big!!), sweet buttered corn, herb-based potato, and super mini chocolate eclair, and a beverage of our choice. Overall the food was decent. I loved the toasted garlic bread, sweet corn and chicken. The chicken was well seasoned and not too dry. (I guess it could be a hit or miss based on some of the reviews.) The overall atmosphere is exciting, eclectic, and full of energy vibes. You're transformed back to the medieval times once the show begins! You have the perfect excuse to shout and cheer as loud as you want, you can hit the table as loud as you want, and you get to eat with your hands (no utensils!). So so fun! Overall a wonderful experience for us...and to be honest, this is a great place for gathering, celebrations, and special occasions for any ages!

Been bringing my daughter here for 6 months now and she loves it!! The dance instructor is…read moreextremely patient with all the kids! She is also awesome with some of special needs students! Every few months they have a showcase for the parents to see what the children have learned. Great atmosphere! Highly recommend! Very affordable!

The teacher to student relationship is great as is the teaching style. But different standards…read moreexist between owners and clients. There is clearly a lack of communication between owners and customers. Tuition and fees are expected on time, but refunds back to the customers are not provided in a timely fashion. When questioned, stories change and they nickel and dime you because of their errors. It's sad to see such a change in quality of service!

Hubby, our daughters and I watched Mickey's PhilharMagic here and really enjoyed the 3D movie! In…read morefact it will probably be one of the most memorable experiences that we'll be returning to again and again! I would highly recommend this beautiful grand theater with a drop curtain and LOTS of seating!! I would say especially if you're sore and tired and looking to relax! I know we were! It opened in 2015 in Hollywood Land, located at Disney California Adventure Park. We are looking forward to returning to hopefully check out more movies! :D

This pertains to when they used this as a line for the WandaVision photo spot…read more OK because they really needed better instructions and lighting at night. One of the fun features is to do the photo through the TV, but there's no hands-free setup for that, also the TVs were not lighted up so they would come out as dark frames against the backdrop. The hands free setup is literally a SLOT that you put your phone in and hopefully with your TIMER setting (since selfie sticks are not allowed) you can run back and forth and not make anyone else in line shoot stares of death as you check your photo again. JUST GIVE an EMPLOYEE GLOVES so they can take the photos for you, I'd say if I was at the meeting. Anyways, its a couch. and i guess you come out as color and the background is like B&W set? I think so, but my photos are all blurry.