Gutenberg ! the Musical The 2 actors- Jeremiah Michael Ginn…read moreand John Wascavage and the pianist/ musical director/"orchestra", Miles Messier are absolutely amazing! I do not know how they have managed to create this play. Their acting and character portrayals with their song and dance and their " hats" is hysterical , full of laughter and so much fun to watch and enjoy! Latanya Farrell was our guest Broadway producer !! There is not a bad seat in the house. All of the shows we have seen the actors all play to the audience and it is very true of this cast! It is a must see for everyone!!

We saw Million Dollar Quartet. Loved it. Loved the playhouse. Small intimate. Decent sound and…read morelighting. Easy free parking close by. Helpful, friendly volunteers. For the performers I have to say this was one of the most energetic and enjoyable finales I've seen. In dozens of shows. Perfection.

Amazing! I have been twice and I twice impressed with the upscale, classy, talent-filled, boutique…read moreexperience! From the parking lot which is filled with beautiful bronze statues, to being personally welcomed upon having arrived through the front door, to the lounge to the dance/theatre floor - every moment and from arrival to departure is carefully crafted and personally attended to. My girlfriend commented "this is what it must feel like to be rich!"

I had such an incredible time seeing the Christmas Spectacular. The dancers are unbelievable with…read morestage presence out of this world. It was so fun and the audience participation had me laughing uncontrollably. It was truly wonderful to be transported into a place that didn't feel like Mystic. The whole experience from start to finish was mesmerizing. I can't wait to go again for their regular burlesque show. Can't recommend enough. BYOB or order drinks on the QR code provided. Such a fun sultry cabaret vibe inside. 10/10

Great show, in small setting. We particularly lke sitting at a table with friends. Hitler in…read morespring was perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. C

Stellar performance of A Christmas Carol, the musical, December 18, 2022. Great whimsical and…read moreemotional points. Great costuming. Because it is a small, intimate theater, you can really appreciate facial expressions and hear vocals and dialogue. With the orchestra tucked up above the stage, you're wicked close to the action. I laughed, roared, snickered, choked back tears of sadness. As this was my first visit, you can be assured I'll be back. Get there early. You are in a residential area and must find on street parking. Bring cash for snacks. Also, there was a spontaneous auction of a handcrafted Repertory Theater mascot to raise funds. You might want to carry a credit card! FUN.

"Kind of a drag When your baby don't love you"…read more(The Buckinghams) When one of your closest friends invites you to a drag show, you step out of your comfort zone and go! That's what eight of us did today as we headed over to Chez Est for a 90's themed "Brunch in Heels" featuring Loosey Laduca's crew of three singing and dancing drag queens. Loosey was the emcee, had an entertaining patter throughout the show, introduced the performers, and gave a stirring rendition of "the greatest song of the 90's" - My Heart will Go On from Titanic. So what other songs did we hear as the performers danced, did some bone cracking splits, strutted around the stage, and worked the crowd for tips? We heard Lady Marmalade by Li'l Kim, Lose My Breath by Destiny's Child, Let's Get Loud by J Lo, Barbie Girl by Aqua, Groove is in the Heart by Deee-Lite, Donatella by Lady Gaga, and Shoop by Salt-N-Pepa. We even heard a medley of 90's kiddie TV shows including Animaniacs and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The show was very entertaining and included an audience participation segment where birthday boys and girls crashed the stage for a dance-off and a beer chugging competition. Oh, and we also had brunch there -the food menu is very reasonable and ranged from $8 to $12 a plate for eggs, waffles, breakfast tacos and the like. Eight of us ate and drank for $300 including tip. That doesn't include the scores of singles we spent tipping the entertainers. I thought the staff at Chez Est was very accommodating and helped us move and consolidate our two tables so we had a better view of the stage. But even if you sit way in the back, the entertainers strut their stuff throughout the premises to hit every table, and there are a few strategically placed flat screens on the walls showing the stage action. It was quite a fun time.

have fun there. The environment was nice. I felt safe. I enjoyed my time. I would definitely send…read morefamily and friends there.

I've been a Trouper for the past four years, ever since moving to Connecticut, and it's truly a…read morespecial place. With gay bars rapidly disappearing across America, Troupe stands out as a vibrant hub in the Fairfield County LGBTQ+ scene. The owners pour their heart and soul into every aspect of the bar including the programming, music, and atmosphere, and it really shows. The bartenders are warm, welcoming, and genuinely seem to love what they do. From drag shows and burlesque performances to seasonal drink specials, themed parties, and go-go shows, there's always something happening. Troupe quickly became my go-to spot after discovering it one week into living in CT and I'm so grateful for its existence. Huge shoutout to Casey and Nicholas for the love and tireless work they put into making Troupe429 what it is today--and of course to Johnny, who mixes the meanest elderflower gin and tonic in town.

My fiancée (soon to be wife) and I absolutely love this bar. We feel not only safe but loved there…read moreas a lesbian couple! We make a point to go to Troupe every time we are in town. We are from Boston. It is basically the LGBTQ+ Cheers! It feels like home but the Queer flair we love. Don't get me started on how amazing every night is whether it is a Drag Show, Lesbian Night or Karaoke! This truly is life!

I loved everything about this theatre! The show, actors, sound, effects, intimate setting…read more.. I can't wait to come back here!

Just watched a great show here (Matilda!)! Small & clean theatre. Great show. Great cast. The kids…read moreand adults were all talented and funny. Great people and good snacks!!

Came to the hole in the wall theater with friends to see Radium Girls. This is a small community…read moretheater that was very entertaining. All of us enjoyed ourselves greatly. The cast was wonderful. The intimate theater made us feel part of the show. The reason for the four stars was the cigarette smoking in the play itself. Multiple times people were smoking in the play, which did not give anything to the show. It was very bothersome and painful for me. I was concerned it would cause me to have an asthma attack. I think if I came to a show again, I would definitely ask if they're smoking in the show. As this was the only show I've been to at this location. I don't know if it's a common thing or not. I would definitely recommend checking out this small community theater.

I love this new britain gem! I'm also a big fan of Frankenstein so I had to visit HITWT for their…read moreshow. I had such a great time. I got a great seat (three rows up next to the stairs). I don't recommend sitting in the first row as it's almost on the stage. The show was just really well done, I even teared up. I love the community and intimate feel of HITWT. The treats available for purchase were also super cute. If you ever see they're putting on a show that even slightly interests you, please go in support of this place but also to have a good time!

Fun, warm, welcoming, kind, professional, positive, community-centered, engaging, happy, and, most…read moreimportantly NOT PRETENTIOUS. Have seen shows there, have enrolled my kids in the classes there... 10/10 would recommend!

a fun night for a reasonable price. we have come here for piano bar night and an improv night…read more BYOB and wine and food talk to your friends and hang out

First time coming here and we saw the extended showing of Dracula. The actors were all great. The…read moreshow was captivating and although the sets don't change like a bigger production, you feel like a main character. There is no food or drink offered, but it IS encouraged to bring your own! There is a liquor store adjacent to the theater. We enjoyed our charcuterie board with some wine and during the show! This is a small, intimate theater with cabaret style seating. There are only about 20 or so tables, so it's definitely a "front row" experience. The theater gets DARK when the show starts, so careful not to spill anything. Intermissions during show

What a great lil venue. A cozy playhouse run by some very…read morenice people. 6 of us went to see "What The Dickens!" Great show! The actors had us laughing all night. It's set up with tables and you can bring snacks, some people brought pizzas, your drinks or adult beverages of choice. Will def go back and recommend for a fun night out.

Yale Cabaret is NOT the same as Yale Rep. Yale Cabaret is more for encouraging experimentation and…read moreinnovation in Yale drama students and connected groups/communities. I love their values: cultivating love as action, nurturing artistic, spiritual, and communal growth, and engaging the community to expand their boundaries and learn new skills. I attended their holiday show and dinner, By the Hearth, a bit of holiday variety show. Some people sang songs. Some people did comedy. One performer did a poignant soliloquy about losing his dad and his love of Phantom of the Opera. I really enjoyed the skit/songs featuring the two kids who were told there was no Santa. You can tell these students (some are grad students in their 30s, so don't assume these are all young college kids) are funny and talented. Even though every skit didn't land with me, I really felt the community there, and it felt like a safe place to be. I had the dinner as well. They had some basic dishes--braised beef roast (they were out, bummer), roasted garlic parm cabbage wedge with mashed potatoes, and smothered pork chop. They also have starters, such as grilled octopus, French onion soup, and mushroom toast. The mushroom toast was very good, I ate it all! They also have dessert and wines/beers/cocktails. You can order a prix fixe for a bargain as well. Dinner starts at 6:30 PM for the 8 PM show and they take orders until 7:20 PM. There are six (?) tables up front and three tall tables in the back. I started at the tall table in the back, as I arrived a little later, and it was fine, but the two rows of seats in front of those tables were also high chairs, so before the show started, I moved to the front row. I also want to say the servers and the manager was super nice and accommodating. And I loved that the actors/performers and staff were all diverse from all walks of life. Again, I enjoyed the show. It was fantastic seeing original material and you never knew what to expect from one minute to the next, and you could tell they were having fun. I compare this group to like Second City or The Groundlings. At the very end of the show, I was getting my coat and bag together to leave and I dropped my wine glass (from my wine ordered at dinner) and it shattered everywhere. One of the actors yelled, "mazel tov" and it became a natural moment in the show. They marched off the stage and the glass was cleaned up. Before the show, I told the manager that I've been to tons of shows, including some of the biggest Broadway productions, but I often find "the shows in basement are the best time." That ending mazel tov cemented my opinion about this place. Thank you, Yale Cab.

Quality theater and a sexy intimate vibe for a $10 ticket? Even if you throw in some of the wine…read moreon offer, we're still talking seduction on the cheap. Sure, I'm not slinky enough to pull it off, but it could certainly work in theory. I've been to two shows at the Yale Cabaret, and have enjoyed myself thoroughly both times. The quality of the acting is top-notch, even at what could be an uncomfortably close distance. The space is tiny, with very limited seating, so booking tickets in advance is fairly important. The sacrifice in convenience is repaid many times over by the cozy atmosphere. There isn't a lot of fancy decor to speak of, but with the soft lights and the little round tables with high chairs, you can almost hear the air tinkle with glass and jazz and other pleasant things. The shows themselves were entertaining, though I'll admit that the odds of finding a stellar script are higher at more established, less student-run places like the Rep. The shows do seem to be shorter, which is often a plus, and really, the experience is worth your time. The venue inspires love, and that's hard to beat.