We just came from seeing 'A Christmas Carol' (Dickens 'Scrooge' with a twist). The twist being a…read moremodern day pair of friends, who are reading the story and it comes to life as it unfolds before them. It definitely put me in the holiday 'mood' and has an uplifting ending! The story rapidly progresses and the time just flew by, even though it was two hours long! :) Over the years I have been to 2nd Space Theatre multiple times and each performance that I have been fortunate to attend, has been top-notch! Usually PERFECTLY cast too! The plays that they choose to perform are family friendly, which is why I like to support them. It is a small theater, but that's the beauty of it. The creativity with props, lighting and costumes never ceases to amaze me. For what they have to work with, it's amazing what they can pull off. This is the first time I have gone, where they have offered us SEAT CUSHIONS! I recommend them too! Guess why! ;) At intermission, they sell a variety of candy bars, water, cookies, coffee, and cocoa. All of it is about two dollars each. You cannot take food or drinks into the theater, with the exception of bottled water. You can park directly across the street in the east side of the Dollar Tree parking lot, or near the Chinese restaurant / Health food store area and walk east. I consider what they offer our city as a 'gift'. Fresno truly has some GREAT local talent!

Watched Charles Dickinson's the Christmas Carol with my Grandmother & daughter. I have not been to…read more2nd space in a long time. I was amazed by the talent I saw. I felt emerged into the story. The modern references drew the kids into the story. Very up beat and special. Go check out a show at the website and take a friend or family member with you. I will be back there are so many shows I want to see. Keep up the good work

I walked into their Cedar Avenue location, and signed up for piano lessons. What I discovered is…read morean encouraging environment with a variety of instrument class options. I have weekly classes at a very reasonable cost.The sign-up is simple, the environment is inviting and positive. The staff is helpful and friendly. The teachers are great! I'm making great progress (ha!) but I am familiar with music theory. There are always a few parents waiting in the reception area for their kids to finish their lessons. My own instructor, Juliette, is bright, patient and such a great resource. I'm 75, and a retired RN. I wish I had started sooner!

I've been taking singing lessons since January and I love it. My voice lesson instructor is very…read morethorough and makes me feel very comfortable as a beginner.

Amazing tribute band last night! The staff are on top of…read morethe cleaning and rules situation. This way it helps preserve the historical Tower Theater. Check out the other bands coming and catch a movie!

Friendly vibe. Intimate setting. Very nice people landed to enjoyable evening. Fine company as wellread more

This is great small venue that has excellent lighting and a great sound system. They have symphony…read moreorchestras, Broadway plays, and musical acts perform at this venue. I was here to see G3, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, and Eric Johnson. I had a great seat until the person infront of me decided to stand. See the pic. This was a great show and to see Steve Vai live once in my lifetime here in Fresno was a true gift. I saw Jaime Foxx here back in 2008 and I was up front in Row A. I took some great shots. I'll post if I can get those. Those shots were when I had a Blackberry and a cool Sony camera LOL. Next time I'll sit in the Balcony. Come and support live music here at the William Saroyan. See you some more on Yelp.

I have been to a couple of performances here, mostly comedians, but they have all been great…read more Multiple places to get food and drinks, they have a smooth entrance with very minimal hick ups. The seats have always been good and I have sat in the front, middle sides, up top. Always had a clear view.

We saw the last performance of Dracula the comedy. Tickets were sold out but they told us to wait…read moreto see if there will be some no shows. We had arrived 15 min before the show so we only had to wait for 15 min and there just happened to be some room. So arrive early in case this happens! It's open seating and is wheelchair friendly. The seats are kinda uncomfortable so be sure to bring a pad! It wan't freezing in the theater so no sweater needed. Please leave the perfume at home. it's a big space but you are sitting close together! I brought my empty water bottle and they had a dispenser there at the front of the theatre. They had some concessions for sale but I didn't see what they offered. This was not a dinner show. Parking was a breeze just behind the Chinese restaurant there and on the street.

I went to do watch frozen and my fair lady and I loved it the food was great and the actors really…read moreseemed to love what the do.

Took my kid to a concert last weekend and even though the doors opened at 7pm my kid didn't get in…read morethe venue until 9pm. 2 HOUR WAIT!!! Ridiculous and last time I take my kid there for anything.

Got there for a show at 7pm when it said doors would open. The line did not move until around…read more8:30pm. I didn't get into the venue until 10pm. I waited in line for THREE HOURS. I'm standing outside for THREE HOURS in weather over 100 degrees. Tana con was probably better than this. Someone literally passed out in front of me because we were out there in the heat for so long. THINGS ONLY GOT WORSE. When I FINALLY got in, the actual air was wet. The walls were wet, the floors were wet, all from sweat and NO air facilitated into the small venue. I got in the building in time to see the main act. Even HE had to cut his performance short because it was NOT safe for people. I saw TWO people being carried out because they passed out. There were CHILDREN at this show. What is wrong with this venue?? How could the firefighters seriously not call this show off? People LITERALLY were being carried out, and not the woah that's crazy cool story bro, like kids 15 years old passing out from dehydration and lack of air. How this venue was able to host this event, I will not understand. How this venue did not take proper steps to make sure people were enjoying their show safely, I do not understand. They were clearly more concerned with making money rather than the safety of CHILDREN. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY GOING TO ANY EVENT AT THIS VENUE WITHOUT THEM SERIOUSLY GETTING THEIR SH*T TOGETHER. You've ran your business for so long in Fresno you KNOW DAM WELL how hot it gets. This should not have happened.

I went and saw a movie in the Historical Crest Theater last month, November 2025. It was my first…read moretime going inside. They only charge $5 cash per person and they play classic movies! We say The Rugrats movie from my childhood. They do have snacks like popcorn, candy and canned sodas. They also sometimes do a themed soda for the movie. Cash. The Theater area is really beautiful, yes it needs some work. Yet, the molding and the design is beautiful. They don't make theaters or any buildings with detail like this anymore. The high ceilings are just beautiful. The seats are traditional Theater seats, no cup holders, they don't recline. It's nostalgic. It can get cold in the winter, so wear a comfy sweater. They are working to raise money to repair their A/C unit so go support them!

Fantastic venue! We were fortunate enough to see How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Staff were…read morefriendly and food was wonderful. Great family atmosphere. The decor is a throw back to the old theaters. So cool. Every Thursday and Friday movie showings. Highly recommend. Prices are reasonable at $5 a person. The Crest theater is in the process of getting live shows. Word of advise bring a blanket. It can be chillin on those cold winter nights.

Amazing! This place is incredible! It's full of other amazing studios! The art here is amazing!…read moreArthop here is so much fun! This is where I first met my husband so be prepared to meet the love of your life haha!

Another studio full of different artists. Sometimes arthop here is fun, sometimes a bit dull. Seems…read morelike they have a bit of turnover of artists renting space and closed rooms. Some styles are "different" and seem to be in an experimenting stage. The rooms that are open are small and cramped if more than a couple of people are inside, and it seems to be a day when their buddies come to visit so you end up just poking your head in, and if you do walk in, you might not be acknowledged because they are catching up with their friends.

Loved our experience here! Fantastic show. Would return!! Can't wait to go again! Love all the…read moreprops and professionalism!!

My wife and I attended this summer's performance of CMT's Les Misérables. It was outstanding! The…read morequality of the talent exceeded my expectations by a mile. Les Misérables is a musical that is tremendously difficult and I don't see how they pulled it off with just a few weeks of rehearsals. Director Randy Kohlruss, and his staff, worked hard in getting these students prepared for this magnificent production The set design, lighting, and sound were also top notch (except for a couple of glitches' in the sound as the wireless mics may have been the culprit.) I am truly amazed at the breadth and depth of talent of these young performers. Thank you to director, Randy Kohlruss, the performers, volunteer help, and all who contributed to make this an enjoyable experience for my wife and I.