I came on a Sunday to watch Pasaflora perform. The venue is centrally located in Downtown Santa…read moreRosa. There is a parking garage right across the street which is convenient! The inside of the theater is very cute. It's not a huge space but they do a great job of maximizing the seating area. There are some tall tables and bleacher type of seating. There is a bar where you can order drinks and buy snacks. The bartender was super friendly! I can't remember the name of the drink I had, but it was really good. I look forward to attending more shows here!

This is a nice venue. Went to see a comedy show. Decent seating. Good parking. Tasty libations and…read moresnacks.

Really fun experience to see Broadway performed outdoors and to experience the stage and…read moreperformance transform as the day gave way to the starry night sky. We found ourselves sitting next to small children who were having a small meltdown mid way through, but since it was outdoors, the sounds dispersed and we were still able to hear and enjoy the show. We've been twice. Both times it was a Broadway review. The first time was during the pandemic and we were all lined up watching from our cars like a drive in theater. It wasn't ideal, but it was greatly appreciated and shows how much they are dedicated to both their craft and to the community. They've also been incredibly supportive of health care workers who have so much during the pandemic. This year, we went to their "new" location in Sonoma. There is a VIP area with couches and such, but the non VIP area seemed more fun to me. There was a performance from a local dance school as well as different wineries and beverage you could chose from. There was a food truck or you could pack your own picnic and eat at the picnic tables there. Parking was a little confusing, but there were staff/volunteers that were really friendly and could point you in the right direction. We look forward to going again and seeing a full Broadway musical production.

A picnic, great wine and a live musical review out under the stars in a beautiful outdoor setting…read more What's not to like? Much of the cast has spent time on and/or off Broadway. The location at Jack London State Park is just lovely. The scenic back drop behind the performers as the sun sets is like getting two shows in one. So glad we have season tickets.

Nice small theatre, no bad seats. Staff is amazing. I have attended with a group of seniors many…read moretimes and staff are right there helping them to their seats, stowing away walkers until after the performance and then appearing right away after to help patrons leave. This last time, we were offered blankets to either sit on or cover ourselves as the theatre was a little cool. What a nice surprise! We have never been disappointed by the productions. Talented actors, fun props (Mary Poppins was flying!) and a live orchestra tops it off!

I've attended a few of their musicals, and they have all been AMAZING!! Highly recommend!read more

I just came here for the first time…read more I couldn't stay but I thought the quality of acting was quite good ! :-)

We are blessed to have a live theater in Sebastopol with an amazing offering of plays and…read moreperformances. So looking forward to their return after our stay at home is lifted. We have been to several of the plays over the years and each one had characters/performers that engulfed the room with their theatrical presence..Being so close to the stage is like being an active participant feeling the array of emotions and witnessing the unfolding of the script. Knowing some of the actors brings a whole different reality....seeing them in character so opposite of their normal personality you wonder if they have a multi personality disorders...Interesting to see the play with a room full of people and the actors act as if we did not exist and were watching through a one way mirror. All of them completely consumed with perfection for the roles being played...Being a one stage setup the change of scenes are limited but effective. To compliment the evening they have a well stocked bar of local wines, beverages and treats.....

My first play, just a few weeks ago, was Avenue Q - a re-visioning of Sesame Street for adults. The…read moresinging and puppetry were great, staging used every nook and cranny of the venue to advantage, and audience was seated bistro style with tables for drinks from the full bar. Great evening!

I have been a season subscriber for several years now. I continue to be amazed at the range of…read moreplays. This year I've seen a musical where the songs actually supported the plot and all actors were outstanding. Another play had moments of humor and deep sadness as the two leads navigated the difference between their dreams and their reality. And, last night, I attended a play based on air guitar competition -- which surprised me with the depth each character developed in between outrageous air guitar performances. Try it out! The new season begins in September -- and The California Theater on 7th Street offers a variety of comedy, musical and dance band options throughout the week when the plays are dark. It's amazing!

Went to see Hands on a Hardbody and what a great show! We were not sure what to expect, but the…read moreactors were amazing. Their singing evoked many emotional responses. Great set design including an older Nissan truck on stage! The venue is nice. Seats are staggered so you don't have a totally blocked view if someone sits in front of you. Only downside, was we (myself and mom who uses a cane) had seats reserved on the Mezzanine and got there only to find out there were steep stairs and no elevator. Went and spoke to the friendliest usher (wish I had asked her name) and she quickly found us seats on the main floor.

This past weekend the dance studio I teach at had their June show at Spreckels Performing Arts…read moreCenter! It was a great experience. Lots of parking, a beautiful stage and an overall smooth run of show. The backstage can get a bit crowded but that is normal with these kinds of performances! Such a special experience thank you to Speckles and their staff.

Sort of a "meh" experience imo--good show "Those Dancing Feet" in uncomfortable metal seats even…read morewith little value seat cushions. Decent food from food trucks, limited seating. Major nit to pick is that if you leave at intermission as we did there is zero lighting to find your way back to VIP Parking, a few hundred yds in pitch dark (managed not to kill ourselves by using iPhone flashlight and walking very slooooowly.

Be warned, after the event you have to wait for a shuttle to get to your car - it can be a long…read morewait. Kind of kills the event.

Totally impressed that this theater group is run entirely by students. They put on plays as well as…read moremusicals complete with a band. Not only are all the actors students, but the artistic staff are also comprised of students and recent alumni. I have seen their productions of the play 'Spring Awakening' as well as the rock opera musical 'Rent'. I was impressed by the caliber of acting talent in 'Spring Awakening' -- their performance evoked a lot of emotion in a very challenging play. Before seeing 'Rent' I was dubious that a student group would be able to pull off an intense rock musical, but they did a great job. The theater itself is very unique -- Wyatt Pavillion used to be a barn -- so the director has to be particularly creative with the space. The front half of the stage is surrounded by the audience, and there is a tall platform that actors can access from backstage or by employing a ladder. The blocking (staging, in actor speak) was well-done, especially in 'Rent', which demands several different spaces for all the stories going on in the show at once. The student group takes on the challenges of each show and owns them. Mad props! They will all be fantastic when they move beyond college theater into the world of professional theater. TIP: Good theater always makes for an awesome date night.

Studio 301 Productions is an incredibly talented, student-run theatre group on the UC Davis campus…read more In the past couple of years they have put on several big name plays and musicals, including The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Urinetown, The Pillowman, and Spring Awakening. It's definitely worth a visit to Davis to check them out. Their productions are top notch, with quality that far surpasses most other local theatres in the Sacramento area.