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4.3 (21 reviews)
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Terri N.

The Downtown Theatre was 100% NOT on my radar until Goldstar offered up a great deal for tickets to Nunsense - a fun and affordable Friday night entertainment option for the BF and I. It turned out to be a great little theater! The theater is located on Texas Street in the downtown area, which unfortunately even on a Friday night was a bit like a ghost down. Despite a couple cool shops (that weren't open) and a few dining options, we rarely passed another person (aside from a few ragamuffin types I don't really think were in town for a night at the theatah). But the theater itself is quite lovely - simple on the outside but very modern and elegant within. There is a private free parking lot right behind the building, so ZERO trouble on that front which is always nice. In the lobby is a small art display for perusal, plus a long hallway of the colorful posters of shows they've put on in the past. They perform a great variety of classics AND more contemporary shows - everything from The Music Man to The Rocky Horror Show! Refreshments were for sale before the show, including a few libations all for VERY reasonable prices. A bottle of water was $1.00, a glass of wine was marked as $5.00 suggested donation. The lobby staff was VERY friendly - I assume it's a group of volunteers, as it was a wide variety of ages. The Nunsense show was great fun! Sometimes small local theaters don't necessarily have the best talent, but this pack of 5 ladies playing the sisters were spectacular! Killer singing voices, spot-on comedic timing - everything you need from a Broadway star. My face ached by the end of the show from smiles and laughter, we had a lot of fun. My favorite joke heard during the Nunsense show - why didn't Noah go fishing? Because he only had 2 worms! Give this little local theater a chance, especially if you can score tickets on Goldstar - well worth the money, and a great venue for showcasing local talent with shows you might know all the words to or are being treated to for the first time.

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Parker S.

I maybe came here as a kid for some things but it had been years until I decided to buy tickets to see The Little Mermaid and wow! I was blown away! It was an amazing show with amazing talent! No complaints about the theater itself, great little spot. And they serve local beer and wine along with other little snacks. We had such a good time we came back for Rocky Horror Show and holy crap! If you haven't seen this show live, go! It's ridiculously entertaining, hilarious and so great! Five stars for the show and audience here! Make sure to dress up and join the fun! I highly recommend this place and would definitely see another show here given the opportunity! Check Groupon for ticket sales. Not really a bad seat in the place.

Kari S.

I thoroughly enjoy performing in this theatre. The sound is amazing and the accommodations are suitable for performers. As a patron, my favorite seats are up in the balcony, center seats. The sound just envelopes you in a big musical hug. I recommend attending the yearly gala. The most recent gala just passed and I already look forward to next year's. During this event, different restaurants and bakeries set out samples from their menus. There was also wine and beer sampling. We then treated the patrons to samples of own by offering glimpses into our upcoming performances. Just a tip- you can purchase your tickets ahead of time and reserve your preferred seating by going to their website. Have fun!

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What a charming place, i love everything all american and this is really one of those venues. perfect way to enjoy a Thursday afternoon.

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3/30/25 We attended the Sunday matinee performance of Nunsense at the Downtown Theatre in Fairfield.

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Ta'ere Tia'i Polynesian Cultural Arts Center

5.0
(3 reviews)
14.9 mi

i have been dancing with Ta'ere Tia'i for almost 12 years and in those years they've never failed…read moreto make me feel special. every birthday i've ever had has been celebrated with them, even when my dad passed they didn't hesistate to come and be by my families side. Ta'ere Tia'i is more than a dance studio it's a forever family that i'm greatful to have so if you are reading this and thinking about joining i suggest you do!! from the teachers, to the students, to the families you meet it's something that you don't get to experience often and joining ta'ere tia'i will give you the experience you deserve like the one ive had for the past 12 years

I have been dancing with this studio for a little over 2 years. It all started with my daughter who…read morehas always loved to dance. A friend from school told us about the school, so I brought my daughter in for a trial class. She loved it so much we signed her up right away. Not too long after, I noticed that a lot of the parents are very involved with the group. Some of them dance, others play instruments and some help with costumes and events. A couple of the moms invited me to take a class, but I remember trying Tahitian in high school and never quite picked it up. However, the whole culture at the studio is like a family. Knowing that I could bring my kids, I decided to try it out because I needed some form of exercise. Never did I imagine I would be two years in and still loving it. I went from just dancing as exercise to being able to perform in front of people, which I have always been scared to do. The best part of the studio is all the people from the owners/teachers to the families involved. There are no egos or people trying to outdo one another. Everyone is uplifting, supportive and helpful. And just like the name suggests, it is more than a studio, it is a cultural arts center. We are not just taught dances. We are taught the language, the meaning of the songs we dance and even how to make our own costumes. Plus, you are able to participate as much as you like. If you don't want to perform, you are not forced to do so. They even have special classes where they teach you how to play different instruments. There are even fitness classes like Zumba. Of course, right now due to COVID things are different, and extra precautions need to be taken, so we do not have gatherings like prior. However, I highly recommend this studio for anyone who loves the Tahitian culture or just loves to dance.

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Vacaville Cultural Center Library

4.1
(33 reviews)
8.7 mi

I really like the newly updated library. Not only has it been freshened up inside but the outside…read moremakes it even more inviting. The artwork and natural aesthetic makes one want to linger and take in the beauty. Well done!

This review is for FRIENDS OF VACAVILLE LIBRARY (FOVL) operating the WORDS OF WONDER (WOW)…read moreBOOKSTORE located inside this Vacaville Cultural Center Library. The WOW bookstore is open several days per week. It sells donated, used books, CDs, etc., and it is staffed by volunteers. I signed up to volunteer, and was really excited to learn more about donating time to the Book Store and its Board of Directors, as discussed with Volunteer Coordinator Michelle. However my experience when attending the group orientation onsite was met with prejudice and discrimination by Director Cathy. When I arrived for orientation the library staff at the Information Desk directed me to the bookstore located inside and to the right. However the bookstore door was locked. I could see the lights were on and someone was inside so I tapped lightly on the door. Cathy unlocked the door slightly, and looked at me sternly. We were face to face - less than 1 foot apart. I introduced myself, advised I was referred by Michelle, and was there for Volunteer Orientation. Another new volunteer walked up behind me, and said she "was here for the same thing." This volunteer remained about 2 feet behind me. Cathy smiled at her, opened the door wider, reached around and behind me, and shook the other volunteer's hand. Then while looking solely at the other volunteer Cathy told us where to find Michelle and the others (at a table 100 feet away). It was obvious Cathy didn't want to acknowledge, touch or speak with me. The other volunteer was not a woman of color. I am. And since I was clean, well groomed, and well dressed, I can only assume Cathy's indifference and lack of respect was because of a prejudice against women of color. At the very least she didn't feel I deserved the same basic courtesies she extended to the new volunteer standing behind me. Her actions said she didn't value me or my contributions. Shocked by Cathy's overt act of racism I managed to move towards and even participate in the orientation. Alhough I couldn't stop thinking about the way I had been treated. I did tour the bookstore briefly after the group session, at Michelle's urgence. She was excited that I had experience working on and with Boards, and wanted me to meet Cathy. I try to look for the good in people so I decided to give Cathy another chance. However after Michelle introduced us Cathy still didn't give me the greeting she had given my counterpart earlier. No hand shake, no greeting, no smile - just demanded, "tell me (her) about your work history" - with a snarl and superior demeanor. I stopped her interrogation-type inquiry and extended my hand stating I would like to "formally introduce myself." She shook it reluctantly. Still no pleasantries. There was no mistaking that she was speaking with me because Michelle told her someone was interested in volunteering in the bookstore and on the Board of Directors but when she saw it was me she couldn't hide her prejudice, again. I left there knowing I could not volunteer my time or services to an organization whose director looked down upon people and treated them differently because of the color of their skin. I provided feedback to Michelle, and reminded her we are a diverse nation, and expertise and contributions come in all colors. And told her that based on my experience I could not and would not be donating my time or services to FOVL WOW. As long as the Cathy's are in charge here African American or others of color won't be treated with the same dignity and respect. So that's a big no for me.

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After My Own Art…read more Located on 217 acres of pristine Napa Valley land, the Di Rosa is a contemporary art museum that's been operating publicly since 1997. This museum is the personal collection of Rene & Veronica di Rosa. The Good: *Temporary exhibits rotate approximately every four months. *Complimentary umbrellas (more on that later) *A good portion of the exhibits are outdoors along their gorgeous property. *Shuttle if you don't want to or need assistance walking from building to building. *You really have to like weird shit because this place is full of it. Personally, I love it, but if you're more "serious" art person, then this probably won't be your jam. *Picnic tables on the grounds, as you're encouraged to bring food and drink to enjoy in their outdoor area. *Friendly staff The Meh: *General admission of $25 might be a touch high for an art museum. The Ugly: *Be wary when visiting during inclement weather,as there's a large part of this museum that's outdoors. So you'll probably miss out on some of it, but the free umbrellas (mentioned above) did come in handy. Conclusion: Fun art museum with some really cool pieces and doesn't take itself too seriously.

Great art collection. The car by David best was my favorite - a local. The political exhibits were…read moreinteresting as well. Thought provoking and inspiring conversations. The outdoor gallery seemed so vast and too much to cover in one visit. Appreciated the shuttle ! Everyone that worked there was so knowledgeable and excited about the works. Highly recommend.

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The Bohart Museum of Entomology

The Bohart Museum of Entomology

4.3
(10 reviews)
25.4 mi

Drive past it so you know where to go, but park in a "C lot" on la rue. A stroller may be necessary…read moreto get from parking lot to entrance. "A" parking is for faculty and staff until 5pm. 35260 for a hint on the parkmobile app. You'll prob need parking for 1 hour. Cut through the parking lots and building walkways to get to Bohart. Museum (I think "open lab" is a more apt name) is on the ground floor, wander til you locate the door. Entrance is free. Have an idea about what bugs you would like to request to see. They have a small case for live/preserved bugs that you can hold, but if you come without ideas you might find it a little underwhelming with young ones. Ideal for kids who can safely hold a bug or glass jar without dropping or shaking. The staff is kind and knowledgeable. The room is small, you may like a mask on hand. They have a gift shop area and they have bug nets you can borrow.

Bugs are cool! Betcha didn't know that the seventh largest worldwide collection of them in No…read more America is nearby at UC Davis. They also boast the second largest mosquito collection -- shhh, don't tell Bill Gates! This was my second visit, this time with kids on a field trip. The collection is vast -- so extensive that they have installed rolling bookcases to house the specimens. Our 45 minute tour led us through some of the cases and then on to live specimens which included a giant millipede, hissing cockroaches, a scorpion, black widow, tarantula, walking sticks, and a leaf bug. Our group of little bookworms with ants in their pants was enchanted! The museum is open to visitors from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Wise people call first before they go to ensure the museum is available. While there is a small charge for tour led groups, the museum is free for general admission. But don't be a stink bug; put some money in the donation box.

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Just Gotta Dance

Just Gotta Dance

3.0
(2 reviews)
0.6 mi

Jaqui is an amazing instructor!! Such a wonderful inspiration to young kids! My 7 yr old daughter…read moretakes classes and enjoys them tremendously!! ALSO- Awesome.. best place for women to take pole dance classes... Excellent workout in a great positive enviroment!! Very reasonably priced!! Every lady should check the classes out.. I think most of you will be pleasantly surprised it is not what you would expect it to be like!

After my 3 year old daughter expressed interest in ballet, I instantly searched through…read moreyellowpages.com to see what dance studios were in my area that would accommodate my novice ballerina. Just gotta dance popped up first in my search so naturally I called and inquired about coming in to shadow a class. The lady on the phone seemed charming and offered a FREE first time class for all new students. Free? Couldn't turn that down. The location was in an abandoned looking shopping mall in Suisun. Parking was limited and the neighborhood was a little sketchy. The dance studio itself was dark and run down. Nothing impressive but again, I kept a sense of hope in the back of my mind for the sake of my little one. I didn't want her to sense my apprehension. Come class time the dance instructor was not what you imagine a ballet instructor would look like. I'm not going to further comment on her size but all I have to say is that I expected more. The class size was small and manageable. It seemed like all of the other students had been there for awhile and had made friends with all of the other little girls. So why just 1 star? Well first off the class itself was not well structured. The little girls all ranged from 3-6 years old but the instructor was speaking to them like 18 year olds that just signed their life away to the US Marine Corp. My daughter participated in a few of the activities but I could tell she was nervous. I had to sit with her on the mat a few times while doing some exercises which I thought would help her feel more comfortable. At the end of the class session the instructor rewarded all of the ballerinas with stickers. When it came to my daughter she said, "Now I'll give you a sticker just this one time but next time you are going to need to do all of the activities by yourself without anyones help. If you do require help then I wont give you a sticker" WTF?.. shes a kid for christ sake. I want her to feel comfortable asking for help! I'm sure my daughter didn't understand and was just thrilled to have a sticker. I on the other hand was livid and stormed out. I didn't need her damn stickers to validate my daughter's hard work. After class was over I took my daughter to Target and let her pick out a whole book of stickers. Hmph... that'll show that BIG mean drill sergeant instructor :P

Downtown Theatre - theater - Updated July 2026

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