I've been to several musicals here and the experience is always a great one…read more Last night we saw The Sound of Music. The performance was wonderful and the voices of the cast were absolutely beautiful. The theater itself is large and you can see very well. I'm not very tall and even though people were seated in front of me I had a perfect view of the stage. The seats are comfortable and the ushers are very helpful. I believe there are concession stands on every floor as well as bars where you can get soft drinks or alcoholic beverages. The concessions are quite expensive but you expect that when you're at a theater of any kind. Very easy to find parking in the area. There is a large parking structure right next to the Civic Center as well as different parking lots where you can easily just park and walk across the street to the theater. The only rule that I have seen is that you do not bring in a bag that is larger than 12 in by 12 in. You go through a back check and walk through a metal detector but that's pretty common for any type of concert as well. Inside is very comfortable and I always enjoy coming here for a performance.

I've seen several shows here in the past 3 years, and have enjoyed the lineup they offer. Most…read morerecently we saw MJ the musical which was such a great show. This being downtown San Diego of course you need to plan ahead for parking, but there are plenty of Lots nearby and walking distance, one of them that leads right into the parking lot of the theater. One of the positive aspects of being downtown is that you have plenty of options for dinner before or after the show. Of course you may want to make reservations ahead. They always offer concessions, of different alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as little charcuterie board type items, and candy, Etc. Of course just like any other venue of this type, it is priced above what you would normally pay for those items. I always try to sit in the orchestra section because I feel there is more leg room, and I hate to feel cramped. The seats also seem a bit more comfortable in that section. I will say I honestly don't think you could have a bad seat in this theater though. The sound is usually fine, but I will say for Moulin Rouge I had trouble hearing what they were saying especially during the songs. I love that everyone is always so helpful when trying to find your seat, they will walk you to your section and show you exactly where you need to go, which is nice because it can get chaotic with so many people ushering in. Overall this is a great location and the shows they have are amazing. Definitely reccomend looking at the season and seeing what they have to offer, they're is usually something for everyone

"The Jewel of Poway", this beautiful theater is definitely a gem for all those lucky enough to…read morecatch a show. Owned and operated by the City of Poway, this performing arts theater hosts many different clients. Performances include shows from the local schools in PUSD, rental clients such as SoCal Ballet, Poway Symphony Orchestra, & Tamasha SD, just to name a few. They also host a professional series of 12-15 shows a season, that are put on by Poway Onstage. This theater has a concessions with snacks & beverages plus a "hidden gem" bar for its 21+ patrons to enjoy.

since my daughter started dance we've been coming here for recitals…read more The space is beautiful! every seat in the house is a good seat (some better than others). ample parking ticket booth outside snack bar in lobby with snacks/drinks/ adult beverages. Adult beverages are not allowed inside the theater....in the past nothing but water was allowed so that's new. huge beatiful lobby with great local artwork showcased. large, clean restrooms. elevator for disabled customers. staff is always very friendly. sound system is good also. we will be back again for our final dance recital in May...already had one january 2024

It was my first time seeing a performance here! It was outstanding! The level of talent was off the…read morecharts! The whole family loved their experience!

After a long pandemic pause, my return to the San Diego Musical Theatre reminded me why I fell in…read morelove with this gem in the first place. Somehow, it's even better now! There's literally NO bad seat in this intimate theater. I'm not exaggerating. While the balcony seats at the downtown Civic Theatre might leave you squinting at tiny figures at premium prices, here I felt like I was practically part of the show regardless of where I sat. And at these super reasonable prices? It's almost criminal how much value you're getting. Walking into their production of "Hello, Dolly!" I was immediately struck by how the modest stage might compare to larger Broadway venues. This is a place where size absolutely doesn't matter here. The creative team masterfully used every square inch of that space, with choreography that had me wondering how they fit so much spectacular dancing into such a cozy setting. Those dancers deserve medals for their spatial awareness alone! What truly sets SDMT apart is the caliber of talent they attract. This isn't just "good for local theater"--these are performers who deliver professional-quality entertainment that had me smiling from the opening number to the final bow. The acting was so engaging that I completely forgot there wasn't a traditional orchestra. Did I miss it? Not for a second. The performers commanded the space so completely that any potential limitations simply vanished. While here are no actual curtains, it didn't detract from the experience, this adds to the intimate, immersive quality that makes this theater special. You're not just watching a show, you're part of its world from the moment you take your seat. For North County residents, this place is a revelation. The easy drive and FREE parking situation (though come early, as spaces are limited and you might need to street park) makes this infinitely more accessible than the downtown venue. No parking fees, no traffic nightmares, just straight to the entertainment. Walking out after the show, I found myself repeating "wow, wow, wow" like a happy theater mantra. I'm already excited for their next production.

I was here for a 3 day training and workshop. Loved the courtyard in the front of the theater. This…read morewas a great place for us attendees to gather during breaks and lunches, with tables scattered throughout. The inside of the theater is beautiful with a big stage and good acoustics. For women, there were plenty of bathroom stalls so we weren't waiting in line forever during our breaks which were only 15 min. I would love to see an actual performance in this venue.

Great theatre! I love smaller theatres like this one...every seat is a either a great seat or a…read moregood seat. You can actually see the performers's faces! I hate spending nearly $100 a ticket at the Civic Theatre, Copley Symphony Hall, Rady's Shell, or the Balboa theatre, only to barely be able to see the performers' faces and find myself watching the big screen instead which defeats the purpose of live performance. Everything seems very new and well taken care from the seats, the lobby, the bathrooms, and everything. San Diego Ballet's show was excellent! If you're able bodied enough to walk 2-3 blocks, there seems to be plenty of free street parking around.

LOVED this place! The vibes, the music, the drinks... Everything was amazing. Came in on a…read moreWednesday, & saw Kenny Ard live. He was PHENOMENAL!! Loved the Cabaret environment it had contagious vibes, good drinks & great staff. I also got to see "Manifest Pussy", and I highly recommend to everyone. Shakina is very energetic, a great story teller & hilarious.

Highly recommend this place! This theater has had some great productions! Tickets are affordable!…read moreIt is in the Hillcrest area. San Diego is definitely a big fan of theater culture!

Attended a matinee 2:00 showing yesterday called A View From the Bridge yesterday. What a…read moreterrific, intimate, and clean theater. Located right of off Highway 5 (exit Lomas Santa Fe) in the Lomas Santa Fe Shopping Center. They have concessions and the chocolate chip cookie was amazing! The production and cast of A View From the Bridge was stellar. Thank you North Coast Repertory Theatre for an entertaining Sunday afternoon.

Intimate theater with about six rows of seats in three sections. The actors are very good and the…read moreproductions well directed. Make sure to order intermission drinks ahead of the performance. We had a great time and have already purchased tickets for next production.

I was intimidated to go to this venue and it turned out to be very easy. We parked in lot 12 and…read morethere is a bridge to walk across at the top floor of the structure. The venue was comfortable but depending on the seats there could be a lot of stairs. We went to a concert and the sound was good. The venue size was good for a concert. It was a comfortable venue.

It's a smaller and more intimate environment than an NBA arena, which means there aren't any bad…read moreseats. You never feel distant from the action. My only complaint was the bathroom setup for the men's room. I've never seen a line 50 people deep. It's not like the layout can be fixed, just plan ahead. Good food options that moved people through relatively quickly. And it's always a plus when your team wins.

Went last night, TSRI Auditorium is small, with excellent acoustics, we were in the center section,…read moreabout 4 rows back from the stage. Anne-Marie McDermott, Pedja Muzijevic, Anton Nel and Stephen Prutsman played four pianos. I'm not a classical music guy by any means, but the program was rousing, moving, entertaining and moved briskly. The evening started with Mainly Mozart Founding Executive Director, Nancy Laturno Bojanic and Curator Anne-Marie McDermott addressing the crowd. Then the four consummate musicians took their places and began playing. Now, I am not exactly sure what I saw, but the program said: Czerny: Quartet for Four Pianos in C Major, Op. 230 Bach: Concerto for Four Pianos in A minor, BWV 1065 I. (no tempo markings) II. Largo III. Alegro I do know that the second piece played was Saint Seans Danse Macabre, which was awesome just played with pianos. They finished up with a Piano piece for 8 hands, that's right, 4 people playing on one piano, I think the composer was Prokofiev. The performers stayed on the stage and had a quick Q&A with the audience that is most unusual and quite informative and refreshing. I would go again. We left(as music intends) with greater appreciation for the medium of piano than we did before we arrived, and with hungry minds and burning questions. If you get the opportunity to attend, it's highly recommended.

hmmm.. idk if i'm writing my review at the right place bahahah where's juan street? anyway this…read morereview IS for the mainly mozart festival which i had the pleasure of partaking in at the auditorium at the scripps research institute.. 4.5 stars for that! i was blessed enough to score 5 tickets normally $75 for free (Thanks Luis @ Mainly Mozart!!).. i've been wanting to watch one of the concerts for forever but they're just so dang expensive!! up to over $100!! WORTH IT! but steep.. the night that i went, the festival hosted a lecture on the basis of musical feeling, but it happened quite early in the day and we couldn't make it in time.. we did make it for the wine reception which had an open wine bar and a few beautiful spreads of cheese, crackers, fruits and nuts.. a wonderful way to start off an enchanting evening of music.. i actually am not well versed in classical music.. i don't understand exactly what's going on, all i know is that i love the execution.. what was nice about this event was that leader, one of the violinist of the St Lawrence String Quartet gave a little run down of each of the three pieces they played that evening.. so he said 'ok listen to the feud' and i'm like 'what? what does that even mean' but he was talking about how the two violins would go back and forth between each other almost like they were arguing!! and it was true! you could pick up on it! and he talked about themes and a little bit about the history of the pieces.. really helps you appreciate what you're listening to and helps you pick up on the little nuances in the melodies.. for me it was a wonderful experience.. i've been to instrumental concerts before, i'm actually a big fan of Bond, the string quartet of the UK.. but i've never been to a concert quite like this which was formal and intimate.. for me, it was fun zeroing in on a particular musician, trying to find which voice belong to him and then closing my eyes to see how he blended his melodies with the other three.. the St. Lawrence String Quartet is amazingly talented they made 4 ppl sound like 20 their fingers were so agile and the melodies were so intricate.. what's funny is that they didn't play any mozart.. which i guess is why the festival is called MAINLY mozart lol.. if i could i would love to catch the festival at the balboa theatre with a full orchestra, although chamber music is euphoric as well.. if they have some kind of crazy deal for it on groupon i'm gonna be all over it!