I've seen so many indie concerts and shows here. The Moore is a very special theater and the plays are exceptional. For many years I attended SIFF parties and The Stranger events in which I saw the Seattle Rock Orchestra, Seattle Drag Queens, and most of Seattle's artsy community support. The Moore is quintessentially Seattle from its classic construction and decor, to the various theater halls that remind me of a pirate ship trap door. The smell of the theater is nostalgic and love being transported back in time to 1907 to when the theater was built. Always great service. read more

Came here for a comedy show and honestly this place could use a renovation. It's pretty old with tiny seats and a bit cramped with so many people. Concessions are typical. read more

The Moore Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here to watch a comedy show. The seating positioning is great, and we were able to get a clear view even though we were to the side. They seem to angle and stagger the seating rows so that it's less likely your view is obstructed. Same goes for the balcony seating. The seats are a bit uncomfortable though. The theater is a little old and stuffy, and if you have back pain, it might be good to plan accordingly. Lines and ushers moved quickly and were very professional. Sound quality at the comedy show was good too. read more

Recently went to a show at The Moore Theater and had a pretty good experience! We started off pretty anxious because there are signs that say they don't accept tickets from third parties, but the band we went to see posted a third party link for purchase so we were worried we wouldn't be let in... But all was okay. Phew! I wouldn't say this is the most updated venue, but it is nice. Bathrooms aren't amazing but also about what I would expect for a venue like this. The bars were set up well and the bartender we had was super nice. Note that they give you reusable cups and they charge you for every cup, so either prepare to pay more per cup if you want to grab more than one drink, or be ready to visit the line more often! Prices are steep, but that's to be expected. Seating could definitely be more comfy but honestly I was just happy to have seats. I can't do shows like I could ten years ago - your girl needs a place to SIT the entire time. No standing for me. Overall we had a good time seeing our favorite band and the venue was good. Definitely would come back! read more

Glad this older venue remains in downtown Seattle near 2nd & Stewart. Other similar but updated venues include The Paramount and 5th Avenue Theater. Event tickets can be purchased online or via box office. Decent acoustics. Lobbies have merch and beverages can be purchased during the event. Clean women's restroom, but broken or unrefilled soap dispensers.. I've only attended two events here in a thirty year span and observed no interior updates. Speaking only to the upper balcony section (there's also a middle balcony and main floor levels). Tight seating, no railing at the aisle stairs. read more

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Heat in the upper sections is unbearable. No AC, no airflow, not even basic fans. Staff was nice, they attempted to reseat us but the show was sold out so no luck there. I left very unsatisfied even though I wanted to stay and see the show (Josh Johnson) i had anticipated for months. I went to a show in the winter and had no such issue. If you're going to a show in even mild weather, wear shorts, and bring a fan. read more

The space is cozy and most seats in the house seem to be well-positioned for the stage. However, be mindful of the huge speakers that block much of the view from the sides of the balcony (2-3 seats in from each far side). Sound quality was terrible, but the actors yelled out their lines now and again. Ticket purchases through the box office were seamless and efficient and the show we saw - Potted Pottery- was fun and entertaining. read more

Hopefully, this review is logistically useful to the reader. - In downtown, questionable-ish neighborhood, come with a friend(s) please. - Parking is street parking; there are lots nearby. If the show starts at 8pm and you're driving here, street parking is the best deal cuz paid parking ends at 8pm. - I have attended several times now, and for every show, they open the doors later than they should. What that means is the line will snake around the block in areas that are not covered. Plan/dress accordingly for the weather and don't wear only a skimpy outfit cuz you're on a hot date. This is Seattle after all. - Because they open the door late, the show almost never starts on time. If you are chillaxing comfortably somewhere nearby (dinner, coffee, whatever), you are a-okay to show up at exactly start of show time. Trust me, the show hasn't started yet. - The line for beverage and snacks is always long (and kinda slow, too). Plan for that if you really want that cup of wine and bag of M&Ms. - The bathroom is downstairs. - I prefer ground floor seating (sorry, stating the obvious). The balcony seatings are fine, too. The second level seating feels like way-way-way up there. Visually, because the place is small-ish, the view is still ok. (For reference, smaller than Paramount, bigger than Neptune) The performers like to wave "hello, up there". - They offer free tours once a month. https://www.stgpresents.org/calendar/12511/free-moore-tour This place is old. It has its charms. Look up at the moldings and trims that are all painted white now. Not my favorite venue by any means, but I certainly will attend any show there if I want to see the performer. read more

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I went to this theater to attend my very first Kpop concert and it was with ONEUS :D Environment: it was small and I LIKE IT so you could see the stage pretty well even if you're sitting on the second-floor back-ish area. Maybe because the people followed the lines at the lobby but though it was small, it was very organized. Inside the theater, it was quite lovely. Yes, lots of steep steps so be careful but the colors, shapes, architecture of this theater was lovely and I enjoyed looking around while waiting. Staff: The security was quick, reminded me of the airport but the security and other staff were very kind, friendly, and helpful, too. This theater was easy to find and it was very close to Pike's Market. There are a few parking garages and fast foods around the area like McDonald's. Though that area could be considered a little sketchy at night, it was still fine with lots of lights and security walking and checking. read more

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Old theater used for various shows. Been in the middle balcony a couple of times and the view is good. There is a bar and restrooms on that level. Remember the age of the building and things may be on the smaller side. read more

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First time at The Moore and I'm asking myself now, WHY? The vibe! Awesomeness! Everything about this theatre was Amazing! First, we landed parking right behind the theatre for $25, not bad at all for Seattle parking. We had center floor seats, which was awesome but there really isn't a bad seat in the house. The line for drinks was long and the drinks are pricey but every concert venue has overpriced drinks and food. I expected it so I wasn't about to complain. I enjoyed the evening and I'd definitely see another concert here. read more

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We attended Whose Live Anyway last night and want to complement the staff of the theater - STG Presents. We had an issue with our seats and were immediately directed to a floor manager who was able to address our issue quickly and we were able to enjoy the show much more comfortably. read more

We went to see comedian Bill Burr. The acoustics were TERRIBLE. They needed people directing you to the different balcony's. We were told to walk up 6 flights of steep stairs to balcony. Only to find we were not seated in that balcony & had to go back down & walk up a ramp. Much easier on our knees. But they were busy writing your seat info on paper. We then had to put our phones on airplane mode in locked bags due to filming Bill's Netflix special. Our seats were in the 1st balcony row E. So we were close to the edge of balcony. Great view of stage. The building interior is amazing wish we could have taken pictures. The opening comedian was a girl & we were unable to hear anything except she was European from Check Republic. There were 6 of us in our group the guys had a hard time hearing Bill Burr also. Not sure how the people behind us in the rafters could hear. Or those sitting in the upper balcony. We all decided we would have to gather for a watch party when the Netflix special comes out to hear all the jokes & stories. He's a very funny guy. read more

One star is based on how comfortable the seating and temperature control is. It's a very old (120+ years) theater which is really awesome. It has a lot of really cool nostalgia and history inside. But to sit in these seats for a couple hours for a show was a horrible experience. I'm 6'-2" and 240lbs, my hips barely fit in the seats and my shins were pressed against the hard wooden seat backs the entire time. I spent more time trying to figure out a way to be comfortable than I did enjoying the show. On top of being physically uncomfortable, there is no air flow whatsoever! It was a cool evening (low 60's) and I was sweating bullets, can't imagine what it's like on a hot summer day. You could almost everyone was miserable inside. I ended up sitting on the concrete stairs for 1/3 of the show, luckily I had an aisle seat to do so. Oh, and an 8oz glass of crappy wine is $29. Be prepared if you're planning to see a show here, you've been warned. read more

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First time going to Moore Theater. Went there last Aug.25.24 to see In this Moment. Their AC is horrible specially in the BALCONY side. Super HOT! I could enjoy the Bands that played because all I want to do is get run and go outside. Not going back to that place again. read more

was out(from Vancouver) to see Sparks at the Moore. I went to the bar menu said 12$ for a beer which is kind of ridiculous, but I ordered. The bartender was a man with the most grotesque nose jewelry(just hanging out his nose) I had to look away cos' I get queasy encountering pincushions. WELL.. he gives me the bill on a tablet; and it says $15!. I said it says 12$ on the board. So, he tells me it's 3$ for the cup. Not a 'souvenir' cup, but a 2cent plastic cup. I thought he was joking/hustling me. He said no $3 for the cup , AND you get to keep it. Do I have to deal with deceit like this every time I come to Seattle? read more

Great venue! Beware if you are on an end of aisle seat. The floor is sloped and difficult if standing. Otherwise, it's historical and great sound! read more

There are so many bad reviews! I have nothing but nice things to say. First, we are having a heat wave (90 degrees). I called the theatre to ask about the heat the day of the concert (Josh Johnson). I had to leave a message, but they promptly called me back to say they do have air conditioning, but it's not perfect. They were prepared to move us to another seat. As it turns out (we had seats in the pit) so there was no need to move - we were in a good spot. Anyway, I wore a light sweater and never needed to remove it. The concert was fun - the people were helpful and nice. We found parking easily. Smooth sailing. Don't be scared off by the reviews - we had a great time. read more

Most uncomfortable theater experience I've ever had, the seats are incredibly hard and tiny and crammed together and then they don't even have air conditioning so everybody is spending themselves and sweating because they're on top of each other Do not buy tickets to this venue unless you positively can't see the performer anywhere else, just not worth it you're going to be uncomfortable the whole time and it's going to ruin the show read more

I am a size XXL and I weigh 250 lbs. My pants size as a woman is 20. The seats were painfully narrow. I went to a show with my friend who weighs about 175 and is a size L/14 and she said she could fit in the seat but it was as tight as it could be before it became uncomfortable. I saw lots of bigger bodies in the line to get in the venue and I'm wondering how their experience compared to mine. The show was amazing but the bruising from the seat was really distracting. I wish artists would consider their fans comfort when they select a venue, regardless of how historical and beautiful the theater is. read more

Intimate historic theater. Seating is tight. Theater showing its age in places. Great show though.

There no food, just snacks, candies, beverages, the price for acsida is nine dollar. The service was good, but there room for improvement. read more

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Old dated venue, steep stairs with no railing, cramped seats and uninviting outdoor entrance. It's not worth the money or hassle to see a show here. read more

I have visited the Moore Theatre twice to watch Korean acts; Baek Ji Young & Oneus. I love how intimate it feels with the artists since seats are close to the stage. It is a very nice looking theatre that is easy to navigate. The internet however was not great. We were not able to pull up our tickets easily and we couldn't contact our friend that we lost before the show. I do love forward to seeing more Kpop artists here! I hope more will come. read more

Beautiful little theatre. It's great to see my smaller artists perform here. The snack and beverage are too expensive though.

It doesn't matter how good of a comedian, how good a performer, or how good a singer you are, if your audience is packed in like sardines in a room with zero AC, it's really hard to enjoy it. The heat was absolutely horrible and it was only 75 outside. No air flow and lots of smells since it was so hot the whole 2.5 hours. The staff was pleasant but didn't do a good job of directing people to their seats. There was constant confusion and chaos about whose seats were whose. Also they should close the doors at a certain point. At 7;45-8:00 people were still coming to find their seats for a 7:00 show. Very distracting as they blocked all views. The bar line was pretty quick but we did get their early. The drinks are overpriced of course but that's to be expected. Did not eat but all we really saw was candy. For sure would not go to another show here. Very disorganized. Get air conditioning! read more

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a great venue where every seat is guaranteed a good seat. the bar service is quick and the employees are very accommodating read more

The Moore Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I haven't been to this theater since I was a teenager (a bit smaller and a lot less knee problems), so when we bought balcony seats for a show here I didn't worry too much. When we arrived and got to the balcony I was immediately stressed at the lack of handrails for the steep cement stairs. Then came the seats. I won't deny the fact that I'm a big girl, but i couldn't sit without the armrests digging into my sides. We asked and the Moore team was happy to help! Both Nate and Jade as well as their awesome team of ushers helped find us a better place to sit with no stairs and seats that weren't too tight. I appreciate how incredibly accommodating the team was the whole night. And now I know to buy seats on the lower level for a little more seat room. read more

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The concert itself was incredible. Sound was great for us in the balcony, though consonants/words weren't always clear. Staff were friendly, efficient, and helpful. However, the seats are so narrow that I have actual visual bruises on my hips from the show last night. The stairs have no railings and are tall steps, so it's difficult for anyone with mobility issues or chronic pain. Not a comfortable venue unless you're a pretty thin and healthy person. I agree with other reviews that it gets HOT during a show. Could be improved with clothing choice and putting long hair up, but leaving will suddenly feel real cold in the evenings, so maybe have a jacket ready for post-show travel in cool weather. read more

I would not advise seeing a comedian at the Moore theater. Watched Russel Howard last night could only hear half of what he said, so not funny since couldn't hear him. seen many concert here with no problem, just not good acoustic for comedians. The seats are small so anything over an hour can be uncomfortable . read more

Came here to watch Jimmy O Yang perform, love the old school historic feel to this theatre. For god's sake, this is probably one of the last standing performance hall, hopefully it doesn't get demolished into another high rise. Definitely a no frills type of place, but that adds to it's charm. The only downside is...well, it's smack in Downtown Seattle, but what can you do. Tell me about your experience if you've been here or is going to after reading this review:) read more

Ever since I transplanted myself to Washington and Seattle metro and go on excursions to Seattle I often have stumbled across the Moore Theatre. It wasn't until recently that I finally stepped foot into it. December of (2021) Steve and I went to go see Dina Martina. A drag performer that does shows in Provincetown and her home base of Seattle. Dina does Christmas shows annually (not including pandemic time) and I saw the performer several years ago at a much smaller venue for a Christmas show. But this time out and at the Moore everything was different than the last time. A bigger venue also seemed to be a bigger budget as the 2021 show brought in larger crowds. a larger performance budget and a larger venue with added glamour. The Moore itself is really cool. Very historic and great decor and architecture in the inside. I didn't know it at the time but when I bought tickets it was "nose bleed" section seats but this area had it's historical significance too as back in the days of segregation this area was the only area people of color could watch a performance at The Moore. I'm sure there are other areas with stories of history throughout the theatre and the one I heard was but one of many. Definitely a beautiful venue with a large amount of fascination. read more

The Moore Theatre - Getting ready to see Dina Martina perform for onebof the Christmas 2021 shows! - Performing Arts Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went here for Joe Gatto comedy hour and it was fantastic. The theatre was well.... Alright. It was nice and easy to navigate. The only issue I have is there was a good amount of people struggling to find their seats when the show started and the staff did a piss poor job trying to help them during the show. Other than that, it was fine. read more

The Moore is a beautiful historical venue. Not my fave for a concert but it'll do in a pinch & it's such a lovely building. 3 stars for the venue in general. *That said* Leaving this review here as a breadcrumb in hopes of saving someone else from wasting money on "2nd balcony" tickets. The acoustics are terrible. It's like you're above the sound. It wafts up in difficult to discern bits and bobs and drabs, leaving behind some tones while amplifying others. Between the terrible acoustics and the unmasked lady having a sneezing attack immediately behind/above us-- we fled after the opening act. It was just to much. Would never buy 2nd balcony tickets for a music act again. The seats are really far from the stage & you are looking down on the stage. Honestly, if the sound was decent, I think I'd be ok w/ this for a music show but the view would definitely impact enjoyment of a play as well. Lastly, the 2nd balcony requires a duomo-style climb up & up & up and around and around. These seats are definitely not accessible. It's actually kind of a fun adventure to get up there. But, be forewarned & ready for a ton of steps. read more

Big BIG shout out to Nate! I purchased balcony tickets with the assumption the venue would be more handicap accessible than what I discovered. Bringing two older parents with mobility issues I thought our night might have to end at the vestibule unfortunately but not on Nate's watch! Saved our night with a much more comfortable and accommodating section. Can't thank Nate and his team enough for giving my parents a much needed night out. Give this man a raise!!!!! read more

Spacious theater, but little space between individual seats and rows. We happened to walk past and saw that Ronny Chieng was in town for a comedy show later that night. During dinner, we looked up tickets and saw that a few were still available in the center part of the theater, so we booked them pretty last minute as we finished up dinner! We then walked to the theater and stood in line for about 10 minutes, where they checked vaccination cards and stamped people's hands. There is a metal detector that you walk through before they scan tickets. We got drinks at the bar downstairs, as the upstairs bar was pretty congested and taking a while. I got a glass of wine and my partner got a gin&tonic. They gave us plastic sippy cups with lids on them with the theater's name on it, which was pretty nice and made for a nice souvenir. We had a great time during the show, but the seats are a little close together as others have mentioned. They do require mask wearing during the show technically, but since we had drinks, most people kept their masks off. Lovely ambiance and acoustics. read more

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Moore Theatre has character and seems like a much older theatre than others in Seattle. Things to note: - I had the highest nosebleed (X row) seats as possible and I was still able to see the stage OK. For highest nosebleed, that was better than I anticipated. Since I went to see the Yamamoto Drummers, the sound traveled well. However, I'd warn against being up there for plays or shows where you really want to see the action. - The seats were quite cramped and uncomfortable. Actually, on row X, you get padded seats (backrest and butt padding vs. just butt padding) so I guess we had better seats than everyone else - that was so consolation prize. - Bathroom was pretty terrible - it's got a slanted ceiling, very cramped, no room for a line inside so you just see a giant line of people piling out the bathroom and against the wall. That's how you'll sure find the bathroom. - Ushers were not helpful.... somehow they directed us to the wrong place and didn't know where we were suppose to go. Otherwise really nothing to write home about. read more

Everyone must be spoiled. You should see some of the dumps I've spent time in listening to music. If the band rocks, who gives a rip? I guess some Yelpers do. The Esquire had two or three bars, bathrooms that didn't smell like at a refugee camp, and comfy seating with enough room to stand and dance. The people who worked the theater were polite, helpful and fun to talk to. J.J Gray sounded great, and he performed my favorite, "She's On Fire." I had a blast! read more

Wow.. is this a flashback 2 the days when we enjoyed concerts w/out ppl taking videos of performers; especially the artist, Blood Orange is pretty young, millennial n crowd was full of off-beat dancers n young.. oh hey, look @ some1 passed out already a few aisles down! but that's not the main point.. the main point is u come support real music n this fellow named Blood Orange used 2 b part of a rock band that has been doing solo work since 2011.. just incredible music; he does pop, funk, new wave n has that voice like Prince n his songs has that sexiness 2 it.. yes, great stage presence too plus he's not mainstream; therefore, 2 have that the sellout crowd here in Seattle is pretty cool, as he is pretty well known in N.Y. east coast he is the most punctual artist of all artists, no C.P. Time @ all! Like let's get right 2 the action, get done n go 2 bed early haha this man was a joy 2 c , u definitely get ur money's worth as he pretty much performed all 3 of his albums n this is his 1st tour since 2010 allegedly.. therefore u get extras the theater staff/venue ppl were cool.. like I need me a drinky drank n they hooked it up The Moore Theater is very historic.. very classic beautiful n opened since 1907 allegedly? Good Times 9/15/2018 read more

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*proof of vaccination required at the door. One the oldest theaters in Seattle. Went to see a comedy show. There is a great bar downstairs, cool ambience, friendly bar tenders, heavy pours. I would go and just hang out there. The theater is small but very cool to look at. Seats are very close together so get comfortable with your neighbors and watch your elbows. Security was very thorough and fast at the door. read more

The Moore Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Seattle, Washington