Had a wonderful time here on a matinee that only cost $10 on a Friday night! The popcorn is…read moreunrivaled and together with a soda the whole night only cost $21 pp. The theater was clean but cold - they could've turned up the heat! Overall, a wonderful experience on a Friday night out.

The popcorn is sooo good. And I love watching films with other people- it makes it such an…read moreimmersive, joyful experience.

The Madison Theatre opened in 1929. Since 2013 it's had two different owners before the current…read moreowners reopened it again. in December 2024. After being closed for eight months since April 20 24. I really enjoy going to this theater. The staff is helpful and friendly. Great that you can have a meal while watching a movie. I've tried the pizza and cheeseburger and french fries. Very good and reasonably priced. This is a great independent theater in the Pine Hills area of Albany. Please go out and support the Theatre. The owners are trying very hard and people need to come out in large enough numbers so the Theatre can break even financially make a small profit would be great as well. They have trivia night on Fridays. So just come on out see a movie. Enjoy eating something during the film or before you go in to the theater. Keep the movie magic going up on the silver screen.

This theater is a shame. We bought tickets to attend a movie on Oct 24th. 15 minutes after the…read moremovie was supposed to start one of the other patrons went to the cashier to find out what was happening - the attendant who was very nice said it was going to be a 15 min delay on top of the already 15 min late start. Then a few minutes after that another patron came back in after trying to get his money back to announce that the movie was not going to play at all. There was no manager or anyone at the theater that knew how to start the movie!!! The poor cashier was on the phone with someone directing him how to scramble for money to give people cash back. I think they even used the bar tips. Incredible. It was obvious that there were only catering to the bar crowd that were doing a trivia night in the lobby. Don't waste your time and money with this place.

I love this place. It takes the movie experience to a whole new level, even during Covid. There is…read morefood and drink...GOOD food and drink. My burger was done perfectly, and the fries were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside (double fried maybe?). The boozy shake (maple bacon bourbon) was mostly bourbon, and no complaint here, but there was definitely ice cream in it, also. Lastly, it's good food and good times, as the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Quick to help, or suggest, or explain, all within Covid restrictions, the atmosphere is truly a casual night out with friends hat will stay with you a long time.

I've been wanting to go to the Madison Theater since it was renovated and reopened in its current…read moreform. Finally, fate intervened. As I was heading home, I passed the theater and saw on the marquee Mad Max was starting in ten minutes. Not the new Mad Max mind you, the original. Movies are meant to be seen on the big screen. Some are fine at home, but I don't have a man cave and I don't turn the sound up loud. Going into a theater is an immersive experience and really helps you to focus on the picture. Amazingly, even on a Saturday night, including myself there were only three people in the audience. And for a moment there I thought I was going to have a private showing. Part of that may be that despite the sign suggesting a 9:30 start time, the box office looked closed. And when I tried to suggest to the lady behind the concession stand that I'd like to see a movie, she didn't quite seem prepared to sell me a ticket. And when I asked where to head from there, she had to once again leave to find out. It was really quite odd. Also odd were the ratting and banging noises coming from the air conditioning grates in the ceiling of theater four. Once the action picked up, it wasn't quite as distracting as I had feared, but I hope they get it fixed. Much like I hope they get the theater cleanliness fixed. Because there was an empty soda can in the arm rest left over from a prior showing. Like I said, none of these things will prevent me from going back. I love seeing older movies on the big screen. But it could explain why the place wasn't more busy. I'll look forward to awarding this theater a fifth star as it grows and becomes a vital part of the community.

This is a decent theater with good pricing and decent food. Sometimes there's screen issues but the…read moreemployees are good at letting you know what's going on.

these jerks closed the theatre but didn't tell anyone; they were too stupid or too cheap to put a…read moresign on the door; terrible experience

I love a show! I…read morehaven't been to the Palace a ton, and my experiences have been mixed, but over all I enjoy this theatre. As a plus sized woman, I find the seats to be very roomy and comfortable. The seats were very cushy and supportive and there was a ton of leg room. I'll go to more shows based on this alone. I think my issue is comparing this theatre to Proctors, which is a very different vibe. The Palace offers more lively shows with less of a strict seating policy. People are often up and down in their seats, there is often a lot of chatter in the crowd; and I think this threw me off my first visit, as I am used to being quiet and still in my seat until intermission. Parking is pretty easy with multiple options locally, as well as abundant street parking. Concessions were very pricy. The bathrooms are in the basement if you are on the main level, so that's a bit of a pain. I won't hesitate to book another show here!

This is a gorgeous theatre. The interior is beautifully decorated- from the carpet to the curtains…read moreand the paintings on the ceiling. It is a smaller venue and I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. Definitely go see a show there! I'm looking forward to coming back for another performance!

I didn't want to write this review, as my December trip to the Capital District was a pleasant…read moredistraction from reality, so this final writeup symbolizes the "end of an era" (three days long but I stretched out the content). The museum does stellar work on the impossible task of capturing New York State. ("How dare they mention the NYC subway but completely ignore the one that used to be Syracuse?! ZERO STARS"). Sesame Street's here, along with clocks, fire engines and a discussion of Albany's rum trade. Not only you can you enter an old-timey train car in the subway exhibit, there's a newsstand with old Post and Daily News copies mentioning the (an?) A-Rod scandal. The best part of the museum, or at least the most photogenic, is the assortment of minerals. The greens and oranges were quite surprising, as was the information that many of the specimens are from downstate. The cartography-inclined will enjoy old depictions of areas like "Lange Eyland."

So much to see, this is a well thought out museum about our state. I really enjoyed it. The old…read moresubway csts & turnstile, and the 9/11 memorial was well done. A donation is all they ask for instead of a set admission fee. Im a native, but I think people from other states will also like this museum.

The tour guides were more like hostesses than historians. Lovely time at this former home.read more

Abraham Ten Broeck - a descendant of Noble Dutch lineage - was involved in building this palatial…read more1797 Mansion North of the City Center of Albany, NY. Ten Broeck Mansion is in a very bad neighborhood: Arbor Hill, which is often in the papers for all the worst reasons. Come here at noon and stay until the early afternoon, before dusk. It faces East on a gentle sloping grass hill surrounded not by trees, but yards, flowers and some gazebos that visitors can walk through on their way to visit this brick Colonial home. Signs and plaques are all over the landscape, visitors are able to read up on all the vital points of the Dutch Ten Broeck Mansion and Estate. There are very few seats or benches. Abraham Ten Broeck (the last name proverbially means, 'Ten Trousers') was a businessman and early Colonial Politician that was involved in trade in Greater Albany, NY. Ten Broeck mansion is very impressive and has stood well, the ravages of time. Its exterior and interior are very well maintained; visitors do not visit some broken, grey, half-busted, collapsed dwelling - like in New England. Truth be told, this Mansion is a really good picture spot for couples, families, weddings, picnics and the like. Some vandals in Spring 2023 wrecked all the kids' learn-as-you-go signs, pictures and reading posts. The gazebos and signs are slowly being rebuilt to their former enjoyability. The mansion's interior is wonderful! Review: 5

This is definitely the most comprehensive makerspace I've ever been to!…read more There's been some recent staff changes, and things seem to be in a bit of flux, but the space is amazing, and I personally would love to become more active here when I am in the 518. I'd like to see some new equipment, and have some of the existing equipment repaired or replaced. But, there's really good bones, here. Having opted for a family membership with my partner, we've brought my spawn here several times. The kids space is pretty well set up. It would be nice if it were staffed a little more. I'd actually say that's one of the things the space lacks, is clear staffing. Everyone I've met so far has been friendly, and helpful. Very nice. The location is really central. Parking is the only real pain, weekends are pretty convenient. Lots of nearby food and beverage. Nibble moved in right next door. It's a great space.

Such an interesting and beautiful space. Went for an event and was able to explore all of the…read moreinteresting things going on, from 3d printing to video game making to all sorts of clever crafting. I would love to see more event happen here. DJs, themes, random parties. I know it would tend to serve a niche audience full of tech geeks and hipsters, but bring it on!

August 2022 post-pandemic. First time this year, though I…read morehave been to some shows in between reviews. This was "The Wedding Singer," and it was really enjoyable! The lead talent was excellent, and all was well done. I ordered tickets online, and there's more regret: the staging was different from years past. I thought getting seats which seemed close but to the side would give us a good view, but no. The action was just in the center of the stage, and the sides of the stage blocked off/covered by scenery. It made it very difficult to see the whole ensemble, especially at the angle we were at. Literally, probably the quarter of seats on the left and right sides had difficulty seeing. If you go- sit in the very center. I got a stiff neck from sitting in their chairs since I had to keep my head turned the whole show! P. S. - the ladie's rooms looked great - clean and maybe renovated?

Woo-hoo... summer is here, covid is rolling down and the music begins!…read more One of the nicest venues in the area DH and I try to attend a night of outdoor summer theater in Washington Park before our vacation in August. The show begins at 8pm and we arrive early around 4pm to bring our chairs and get a parking place not to far away then we walk to the many restaurants in the area and have dinner! The professional company has adult and children musicals that offer choice seats for purchase and free seats (bring your own chair) amphitheater style raised seating on the hill. Great seats where ever you sit! Just a wonderful evening we have been enjoying for quite a few years now. Regretfully I don't know why we didn't try it sooner maybe when our kids were younger it's so important to offer your children access to the arts!