Great gig venue. I love the sloped floor it means you can see almost everywhere you stand. Like so many of it's kind this is a refurbed theater. Good sound quality means the bands you see here won't fall short (that is if they are good bands!). but as usual if you're drinking at a gig, it isn't cheap and the choice is limited, so my suggestion is have a few before you get here. read more

This huge venue attracts some of the best stars for comedy and music, but the venue itself is a bit uncomfortable. The seats are narrowly packed together, the carpet is stickier than a stick insect, the beer is over-priced (£3.70 for a pint anyone?) and the only food available is overpriced gourmet hotdogs. But then, you're not here for the food'n'drink - you're here for the entertainment. read more

I've attended a number of times, and have always had a great experience. The art deco decor is servicable, and the upper bar is lovely. HOWEVER, be prepared to pay an arm and leg for your drinks from the efficient staff. read more

This is a great venue, saw Nelly Furtado here and the sound was really good, only downside was the queue for the toilets (as usual, why r the ladies loos always queued up??) Nice bar area for pre-show drinks too. read more

Great venue for live music and stand-up comedy, many of the best acts in the world have performed here. The venue is a classy old building, like an old fashioned theatre. Size wise its a medium size venue which i generally prefer cause you don't have to fight the crowd to get close to the performers. As per usual there is seating upstairs and standing downstairs, plenty of bars (head to the ones by the doors if you dont want to que they aren't very busy). If you are standing the floor is sloped so you always get a good view, they have metal bars to stop the moshpit bouncing out of control so it all feels very safe and civilized, but if you want to go crazy just head down front and centre! You can get the usual concert food but I suggest eating beforehand read more

Similar in capacity and style to Brixton Academy, and tends to be interchangable regarding who plays there. It's a large venue that caters for music amongst other things with either standing or seating available depending on the show. Whenever I've been, I've found the bar queues incredibly huge and understaffed but aside from that, it's a decent enough venue for its size. read more

Had the privellege of seeing the legendary James Taylor performing there in 2007. Venue is intimate, great staging for stand up and musicians of quality. Made for a memorable evening and whatever the prices are for drinks, I don't remember it being an issue, I was there to enjoy a very special occassion (as performances there often tend to be) read more

The couple of gigs I've been to at the Hammersmith Apollo, I've throughly enjoyed. I like the venue - simple as that. Is on a good tube line with a few travel lines making it easy for the public to get to & from. The entrance/ front bar area seems to be larger than the Brixton Academy (in my opinion) which I prefer - although it does get packed out making it hard to get served at either of the bars - admittedly. But on the plus side - the Apollo seems to have more entrances / exits into the main gig area - which the Brixton doesn't, making it easier to get in & out when nipping out to the toilets or bars. I like the old theatre interior with the staircases on the sides..like others have said - the Brixton Academy if definitly that bit more grottier, which some people may prefer. I'm not a tall person &haven't had a problem seeing the acts on the main stage - which is a bonus, but I think the sound system might be a bit better in the brixton venue - not by much, but just what I've thought the few times I've been to the Apollo! Either way - if you're into the gig / show, the Apollo won't detract from it. read more

The Hammersmith Apollo is quite similar to Brixton Academy but I prefer Brixton Academy. It's hard to say why - I think it has something to do with the layout and the atmosphere just seems better in Brixton (I went to see one show in both Brixton and Hammersmith which really highlighted the difference in atmosphere). Don't know why this is. I do think it's in a better location though. It's quite intimate which I like when going to see gigs. Would have a good view from pretty much anywhere and the sound is good. It could do with a bit of a revamp though - it's got a bit drab. I always prefer floor seats when I go as it feels more like you're part of the show (although you have a good view from anywhere, when you're on the floor you feel more like you're in the middle of it, particularly when it's standing!). Overall, I would recommend it as a venue and I would definitely go back. read more

Just was there on monday to see James blunt. It was the best location i could imagine for this concert. You could see whats going on on the stage, but you did not have to stand in the first row or wait for hours to get in. read more

Agree with the review that posts this a notch below the birxton academy. it's a decent enough venue, and it's got the requisite floor stickiness to convince you you're at a gig rather than a concert - try standing still for a couple of minutes and then try moving. But there's something slightly missing. It's an odd thing to say, but what Brixton Academy has over this place is a certain grot and wall peel that just makes it seem, I don't know, more authentic. But this is just quibbling. It still knocks the 'enormodome' atmosphere of the likes of O2 and Wembley Arena in to a cocked-hat. read more

Hammersmith Apollo is a venue which holds music, comedy and other events. I went to see Ray La Montagne here and I really enjoyed it, the venue was HUGE! But even though it was quite big, I could still see him and the sound quality was really good. Quite a nice sophisticated venue situated in a really nice area, with good restaurants nearby. I'm going there again next week to see Frankie Boyle and I can't wait as I know it'll be a really nice night out. read more

I went to see The Cure and it was a nice evening but the venue was ridiculously hot and the concert was over sold

We went here last night and it was a toss up between trying not to catch anything from the filthy toilets or catch a cold sitting in the audience. This comedy event turned out to be an endurance test at our expense of £65 for the 'pleasure' of sitting in a shabby, very cold, unkempt venue hosting one of UKs top comedians? Somethings not right? Although a packed house, no warmth was evident - everyone was sitting in coats, scarves and some in hats too. The comedian himself commented on this with his opening remarks and made reference to the cold of the venue several times...yes, what a joke ! On us paying £32.25 each to yee all ! It was so unpleasantly cold and although Frankie Boyle was great we were actually relieved he finished after 1 hour 20 minutes so we could go outside and warm up! We arrived early to our seats in the stalls the ladies loos nearby at this time obviously had no queques yet were low on paper already , no lock at all on the door and covered in cobwebs, excrement and filth on the walls and door. The floor was soaked in urine as people (perhaps last week or month?) obviously attempted to take a leak whilst holding one foot on the door !!!! (the back of the door is coated with layers of shoe filth) . A total disgrace. Hammersmith Apollo, no doubt a listed building which receives public/arts funding? is not fit for purpose. Even the most basic requirements are not in place to provide hospitality to the paying public for events, why are they doing it? It is unfair to us ? How can anyone justify this ? Someone is obviously raking in a handsome revenue at our expense ????? Summary: Absolutely awlful, filthy, cold venue.A disgrace to London read more

The Apollo is one of the best venues I have been for medium sized concerts and shows. The seating on the floor has a great layout that means you have a good view wherever you are sat. The further back you go up on the balcony, the less great the view is, but having sat everywhere, there really is no bad seat! The Apollo attracts some of the best musicians/comedians/performers in the world and I have seen many things here, ranging from tenacious d to live at the Apollo to Boyce avenue to N Dubz!! A great venue! read more

Weather sitting or standing Hammersmith Apollo is simply A-OK. From both of my experiences there I have never had a good view of the stage (I'm 5'7") and I can't say that the crowds are very friendly. I suggest you get a drink before you come inside as the drinks are well overpriced and your wine comes in a small plastic water cup (Tres Chic no?). The upstairs bar is one of the better things about the venue with its ruby red cloth furniture coverings. It's like sitting in a salon before you go in for the main event. The sounds is better in the standing area especially in the "sweet spot" you know the place right in front of the music technicians. Its amazing how music can bring people from all walks of life together. Weather its a dad bringing his son to his first concert, emo kids, office workers, or me (the girlfriend drug along to hear some band I have never heard of, but still manages to have a good time) there is something in the music that unites us all. read more

BEST NIGHT EVER!!! I saw 'Live At The Apollo' here and it was absolutely amazing!! One of the best nights I have had for a long time. I dont think I have ever laughed so much!! Definately going to see if I can go again! read more

We visited the Apoolo Hammersmith to go see the High School Musical show, as a family trip. We were tentaive aswe arrived as it was the first time we had been here, and the building doesn't look very atractive walking up. Inside doesn't seem to be much better looked after- seemed slightly shabby in places. However we found the atmosphere to be fun and lively, and thoroughly enjoyed our night here. We were seated high up in the theatre, yet still enjoyed good views and heard every word. A good noght out here. read more

at Mrs Browns Boys tour. as we just got given free tickets for the front row instead of having to stand at the back, 5 stars seems fair enough! read more