A few hundred seat live theater that sells seats for as low as $22 for a show. It operates on a…read morelimited basis, but has an eclectic rotation of shows and topics. Local performers are the cast. If you are anything but a senior citizen, you might be the only one under 55. Seats are a little weary. Stages tend to be simple. Lighting and sound are fine Large lobby area with a bar helps with intermission. Plenty of parking. Two good Asian restaurants in the same strip mall. A Bosnian sandwich shop is a culinary change of pace. One of the best dive bars in all of Boise, the Navajo Room, is also in the same strip.

I've been to stage coach for a couple of shows so far and it's quickly becoming one of favorite…read morevenues to watch plays and musicals! This theatre is very cute and has a nice layout that's easy to navigate where you're going.. I also appreciate the bar with a fair selection of canned drinks and they do a couple themed drinks for the shows. One is typically an Italian soda that can be be made with a shot of vodka or nonalcoholic. I think it would serve them well to add a 3rd option for themed cocktails but I can see why they want to keep it simple for the bar employees who get quite busy on show nights. One down fall is they have no food concessions whatsoever. They put out a small plate of store bought cookies at the bar for intermission but they go super fast... and they are just the Keebler cookies so really nothing all that special so be sure to eat before you come here. The shows they put on are great quality especially the one my fiancé and I went to most recently.. Santa Clause conquers the martians! It's honestly the BEST stage prodution I've seen thus far and I've seen A LOT of amazing theatre productions!! I got a great deal for this show as I volunteered for a day here recently at the box office. When you volunteer they'll give you a free show ticket. I'm not sure if I'll volunteer as a box office attendant here again... while I overall enjoyed it, things did get overwhelming up front at one point and I needed assistance from my supervisor who was helping out at the bar. She definitely gave me a hard time for that after my volunteer shift was up but I do understand her frustration with me, I can't blame her for wanting everything to run smoothly when i forgot how to do a couple tasks that she showed me during training. I recommend being a volunteer for community theatre but unless you are very tech savvy, I'd suggest volunteering as an usher at Boise Little Theater instead as that's much easier and you can still see a show for free. Overall it's a great playhouse and I look forward to returning in the new year!

This is a surprisingly large venue. It has been operating for three quarters of a century…read more Congratulations to the actors and the personnel who make this happen. It was an evening of entertainment that you could only get in small theaters Dracula a comedy. Plenty of parking in a large lot.

Amazing local community theater with a very long history, a very long list of shows (the website…read morelists them all). I was in town with family and we saw A Christmas Story (musical). It was a big, long show to put on for a cast that was clearly a mix of inexperienced and experienced theater performers, simple dance routines, inconsistent pacing, and cheaper sets, but they really gave it their all and carried it the whole way, along with a pre-recorded soundtrack that everyone timed with very well. The drinks and food are cheap compared to my home town (Chicago), staff very welcoming and nice seats with wide aisles. It's great to see whole families coming to the theater and engaging well, which is critical to any community.

The performance of the Nutcracker was excellent as always. I am constantly inhale of the the…read moreathleticism of the dances while creatyng such beauty. What was not awesome this evening was the people that were allowed to enter several minutes late, 6 or 7 of them, Row R or S and sitting pretty much in the middle. The other was people with children not ready for an evening performance, talking through most if the first half, or walking around, very distracting! This IS what the matinee is for, getting them accustomed to being at the ballet. If they can sit quietly for 45 minutes at a time, do nit bring them to an evening performance! Again, to all those who performed, thank you for allowing us to enjoy such beauty!

I have lived in Boise for over 30 years and have never been to the Morrison center. Tonight, I…read morefinally get to experience Twilight in concert at the center. The event center is beautiful and so big! We sat towards the back half of the event center and it was so nice being able to see the screen and stage. Regardless at how tall the person in front of me was, the staggering of the seats didn't block my view. I'm pretty sure no matter where you are sitting, it's still a great seat. There was a 20 minute intermission for the singer and band members to take a break. Of course we headed to concessions to grab a drink. It was nice how they had it set up. The line went really fast and guests were being helped at a great pace. We were able to get our goodies and head back to our seats pretty quickly. I know there are a lot of events that happen here. I need to be more proactive and see what they are. The venue is so pretty here. The seating is comfortable and nice. It was cool to have my first experience at the Morrison Center tonight. I look forward to coming back again soon for another one.

Amazing performance by versatile actors - thoroughly enjoyable! Comfortable seating, clever set,…read moreand creative lighting.

Having Boise Contemporary Theater in our community is an amazing treat. The shows are well chosen,…read morethe cast and crew come from Boise, LA, New York and everywhere in-between and the experience is definitely worth checking out. Single ticket prices are very reasonable for the caliber of theater you are exposed to and be sure to go a bit early for the happy hour! It makes a great night out for any occasion.

What a great night! The weather could have done us in but as they say 'The show must go on!' The…read morerain did not seem to deter anyone. Peter and the Starcatcher was wonderful. I'm a fan of all things Peter Pan. Amazing actors! Smee stole the show for me. The woman playing this character did an excellent job!

Attending a play at the Idaho Shakespeare festival was not on my radar previously, but I wish it…read morewas because I had a wonderful time last weekend. From this point forward this will be a yearly activity that I'll look forward to . For my first Shakespeare festival performance , we attended opening night for the play Noises Off. It's essential that you prepare before you go so you are comfortable. You definitely wanna wear comfortable but nice clothing , bring bug repellent , bring your favorite picnic dinner and drinks, and if sitting on the hillside your own low back chairs would be a great idea . If you have never been and you go without preparation, fortunately they do offer food and souvenir items for purchase in their café . Admission Tickets cost from $60-$100 for the good to great seats. I don't know if you can buy them on site. I do know that they sell out quickly and buying them online well in advance is essential. Budget minded folks can choose to sit up on the hillside for a moderate ticket price of about $38 . So we ended up sitting in the preferred section row D, seats 3,5,7,9. We had an unobstructed view and felt like we were as close as we would possibly want to be. The seating was very comfortable mesh patio chairs. These are provided and pre-placed for the majority of the seating. The only area in the amphitheater that does not have actual seats is the hillside . They have limited fold up chairs for the hillside that you can borrow . All hillside seats must be low to the ground. The amphitheater is stone and cement and has a nice gradual incline so it didn't seem to matter how tall the person is in front of you, you should see everything. The play started at 8PM and in Idaho since the sun doesn't set in summer until close to10PM, there was a lot of daylight left when we arrived at 7:30. We had ample time to walk around and take in the area before taking a seat and starting to play. We ate our picnic dinner right at our seats during the performance. It was a lot of fun. By the end of intermission, the sun was set and there are a lot of lights that go on. Right about this time my legs start to itch uncontrollably. I didn't realize it until it was too late, but I was getting bitten by bugs once the sun went down and the lights went on. I didn't use bug repellant!!! Learn from my mistake. If you are the type of person that easily gets bit by bugs, you want to bring your bug repellent. Out of the four of us that attended only I got bit. And these bug bites were crazy. A few days later, I was able to count them after all the swelling went down and I had over 10 bug bites on the back of my legs. Mind you I was wearing pants and they bit me right through the fabric and mesh of the underside of the seat. It doesn't help that this beautiful venue is right on the Boise River so bugs are plentiful. The venue is gorgeous though and I must mention that they have plenty of seating outside of the amphitheater for eating your picnic dinner prior to the show, right on the river. It's stunning and beautiful. If you arrive early on some days, they also have a band playing. Moving on, I just wanted to mention I was really impressed with the quality of the stage and lighting of the venue. The stage is top notch and the lighting is amazing. The Shakespeare festival puts a lot of money into these performances and the stage/set. I'd call this a higher end / casual event. It appeared this night's event demographic was older and wealthier than average. If you're on a budget, buy your tickets preseason, pack your favorite foods for a picnic dinner and enjoy. One last note - parking is plentiful. I suggest parking as close to the entrance as possible and just braving the traffic on the way out. It flows easily and people seem to merge well as they are leaving. Some people will park on the outer edges so they won't have to wait in the long traffic lines to exit the parking lot. So, if you wanna walk through the ginormous parking lot to the outer edges it doesn't seem worth it because it only took us minutes to get from a parking spot at the entrance to the highway immediately after the performance was over.

An absolute breath of fresh air! I attended the Femme Von Follies show with friends, and it was…read moreamazing to enjoy the talents of others in such a safe environment. The performances were spectacular and the crowd was fun. I hadn't know the Visual Arts Collective existed and I'm excited to have found such a place in Boise (Garden City). Can't wait to attend future events!

Such a fun place full of art and live shows. A must if you want to see combination of art on stage…read moreand on the walls.

Great family fun. Affordable and amazingly fun way to spend a Saturday night. We were really…read moreimpressed with the talent. Very comfortable atmosphere.

Great evening of intense talent, preparation and entertainment. Don't hesitate to get your tickets…read moreand hang out with this exceptional group of entertainers.

Saw the Great American Trailer Park Musical. Absolutely hilarious! They acting and singing what's…read moretop notch. I've driven by here no less than 1000 times and my first show at SCT... can't wait to come again!!!

Intimate setting, friendly and helpful staff. Had a greatime!read more

From the very first time I walked into District Coffee in downtown Boise, I could tell this place…read morewas special. The staff are incredibly friendly, professional, and genuinely kind. What really stood out to me is that they greet you like they are truly happy to see you. Even on my first visit they made me feel welcome, and now every time I walk in they greet me like a familiar face and make me feel right at home. That kind of consistency and warmth is rare and says a lot about the people who work there. The space itself is fantastic. It is always spotless, the ambiance is relaxed, the music is great, and there are so many comfortable places to sit depending on your mood. Sometimes I relax on the couches, other times I grab a table or sit near the window and enjoy the view. They also have plenty of outdoor seating, which is perfect on sunny Boise days and makes it a great place to sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere. It is one of those places where you can easily spend time working, meeting someone, or just enjoying a great cup of coffee. They also have great food, which makes it even better whether you are stopping in for a quick bite or staying a while. Everything I have tried has been fresh and really good. You can also tell that management cares about both their employees and their customers. When a place is run well it shows through the staff, the atmosphere, and the overall experience, and District Coffee absolutely delivers. I am new to Boise and this is one of the first places I recommend when someone asks where to get great coffee or find a comfortable place to spend some time. I have also had great experiences at their other locations. Boise is lucky to have them.

I have been to the District a handful of times now and I'm in love with their chai. They seriously…read morehave the best chai here! Highly recommend! But, I really wanted to comment about how great the staff has been. After recently getting my new kidney, I have to be so careful about germs. And unfortunately, I can't use the straws and lids that they have out for everyone. I have asked if they can kindly put a lid and straw in for me after they make my drink and a majority of the staff has! I have had a few not so friendly stares when I asked but the majority of the staff have been so kind. I appreciate the extra step and the longevity of my new kidney does too. A small gesture like this goes a long ways and I am so grateful to those who have helped me out.

The Boise Art Museum is small, but has some great art. The people working there were very…read moreknowledgeable - they knew not only their permanent collection, but their special exhibits, too. We were fortunately enough to see an exhibition of Jeffrey Gibson's art. It was very colorful and modern, across multiple medias. We really enjoyed seeing his work. While the museum gets mixed reviews, we found it very nice and it was a highlight of our visit to Boise.

I don't get abstract art…read more So when I saw the art museum had a Rothko that's probably worth 30 million dollars I wanted to see if it made sense up close. Dear reader it did not. There was an exhibit of Jeffrey Gibson mixed media pieces and some were cool, others just looked like painted shirts to me not gonna lie. The museum is pretty small as well you'll be in and out in 30 mins so plan accordingly