My mother and I had such a difficult time getting our tickets to pull up. Went to the ticket office…read morebut the lady working would not help with our issue! Told us she needed the email and well as the ID to use us the verified purchase when I had the copy of the email (shows us the verified purchase). After 20 minutes of dealing and not getting anywhere this security guy tells us that Molly (ticket checker and usher) she was able to help since the show was starting. She took th lead and handed us a card and said have a great show! This angel came out of no where and gave us 6th row seats to the Notebook! I hope this karma comes back to Molly ten folds! My mother walked in and gave a few workers $10 Starbucks gift card she always keeps in her purse. The night was a success and we both had an amazing evening thanks to her :) keep this prized employee around bc I will be come back for futures shows and hope to see her darling face again soon!

Just got back from an absolutely traumatizing performance of "A Chorus Line" at the 5th Avenue…read moreTheatre, on this, the theatre's 100 years of operation. To say it was dreadful, boring, and unpleasant would be to praise what I was subjected to. I'd thought "Jesus Christ Superstar" had been an aberration, but no, it carries forward into the new season. It wasn't a positive that I decided to go to a weekday matinee which is apparently favored by the white-haired crowd; no disrespect to them, but it didn't help that the theater allowed everyone in and made them wait in the lobby (as in crowded, mob) without opening the theater doors until about 15 minutes before the performance...someone needs to think this through. The wheelchair bound and walker assisted were then let in first, making everyone wait longer and then dash to their seats before showtime; however, this was not a problem since the show started quite late, and even later because all the different entities had to stand up front and wax aplenty about their roles in the thratre/production. I should have suspected something like this would happen once they announced their new partnership with STG...the first thing that happened was that purchasing tickets became a problem...the second is the annoying availability of tickets only minutes prior to the performance via changing QR codes...the third was that Customer Service which had been quite good disappeared. But the real travesty has been the choice and quality of the shows. Not only are there fewer of them per season, but they are now "locally produced", whatever that means. The only way I can describe it is that it's the same junk that STG's other theaters churn out. Used to be, the choice of shows was unique, now it's all a regurgitation of old Broadway material, and not even masterfully done. The acting is atrocious, the singing subpar, the talent...well, to say it has evaporated would be an understatement. Still in shock, I just looked online to find that they have undergone significant budget cuts...and it shows! A Chorus Line was an absolute snooze; the substitute cast (I assume due to it being a matinee) was a joke, and the entire production was more like something one would see in a high school than in one of this city's prime theaters. Not sure how seniors managed to sit through two hours with no intermission. Very depressing, particularly compared to what it was not so long ago. I have one more set of tickets, and then I'm done, and I might try to dump these first.

We had great seats M2 N seats 13,14 Seats to see boz Skaggs…read more Great view, great down, place is old and beautiful. Only problem is the sound person needed some work. But overall great venue to see events, shows, etc....

Finally got some sets at the front of the mezzanine level. Seating is a bit steeper up here so it's…read moreless likely to have your view impeded if someone tall sits in front of you. Loved watching Harry Potter and the Cursed Child here. The illusions and magic tricks were amazing to see with full view of the entire stage. I'd definitely choose seats up here again.

Very nice small theater. Not a bad seat at least down stairs. The production was very good and well…read moreacted and directed. The concessions at intermission were well executed. Nice you can take beverages into the theater.

I love supporting my local theater community!…read more Been a fan of taproot since I moved to Seattle 13 years ago. Well run, well managed and consistent. They are fantastic and everyone should go see more theater at this location. Currently too many older folks! It's bizarre, we need more ways to get regular/young people involved. I've been involved in east coast theater community in Toronto and we have a lot more diversity and easily more younger people involved in, volunteering for and attending theater shows than in Seattle where it looks like live theater is for the retired community. It is not! Everyone should have access to live theater. We need to change this pronto.

I have never been to this venue before but I'm so glad to have the opportunity to see the NieR:…read moreOrchestral Concert. We were able to find parking nearby and line up to get into the merch line. The staff here were all courteous and professional. I was worried about getting hungry but not only did they offer drinks but they offered food and light snacks which was nice. Obviously it costs a lot but most venues will upcharge. The spinach and artichoke dip was actually good and even made me eat the other veggies in there with it so I was good for the entirety of the concerts. I also got to try Tree Top cranberry juice which I wasn't even aware that was a thing! The show venue is enormous and the seats were comfortable. We were in a great spot where there was a bit of AC as I get hot easily. The lighting and sound was perfect. Definitely wouldn't mind coming back for future shows that I am interested in!

Nice venue. We went here to see Shen Yuen! Parking was $30 for garage parking. Felt safe and it was…read morejust a walk across the sky bridge to the event. Love the convenience it offers!

Wonderful experience and a great deal when visiting Pike Place, across the street from Target and…read moreone half blocks from the entrance to Pike Place. Book on SpotHero $7.99 (7hrs+) Pike Place closes at 6pm There is an attendant on site until 10pm. Garage is very safe and ample parking. Best parking deal in Seattle.

We visited Benaroya Hall to attend a presentation by a National Geographic photographer on the…read moremigration of the monarch butterfly. It was fascinating to learn what he endured to capture the butterflies' journey from the United States to Mexico. The theater itself is beautiful and well maintained. The lobby feels elegant, with tasteful décor and plenty of great spots for photos. Parking is convenient, with ample paid options available in the garage. The staff truly stood out--they were friendly, welcoming, and eager to help. They offered tips on nearby restaurants for dinner before the event, pointed us toward the restrooms, and let us know where to find coffee and snacks. The bathrooms were clean, and the seating in the auditorium was easy to navigate. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and Benaroya Hall proved to be an excellent venue for an event.

I've come here several times now! I like this place…read more Note to people who are stuck in long bathroom lines: the one on the second floor is usually much, much emptier, so it's worth a check! I haven't really tried parking at the venue, instead opting to walk half a mile from the nearest Amazon garage (and since I was coming on weekends/ weekdays after hours, it's free!), but there is a paid garage that's pretty close by. Personally haven't really used the concessions stand (and find it expensive like most of these kinds of places), but I did notice they were kind of long :) They also sell merch! to support the Seattle Rep. I've sat in the far back corners (cheaper/est seats) and the show was still enjoyable! In case you wanted to visit but was worried about nosebleeds, the balcony seats really aren't bad at all. I watched The Play That Went Wrong and I have to admit that the balcony/far seats had a much better view of the whole stage and could capture more of the silly side stuff than when I watched it on the ground floor at a closer seat.

What a nice venue! Right in the Seattle Center- I've walked by it so many times but this was the…read morefirst time seeing a show. The venue was super clean, loved the bar and snack area with lots of seating. Bathrooms were well maintained and lots of staff around to help and answer any questions. The show we saw was very good. The cast were so talented and to be honest I'm not a huge play person but I really enjoyed this show! Would love to come back and see what else they have.

What a great venue! I was looking for something that our 14 yo could attend and stumbled upon…read moreUnexpected Productions and their improv happy hour. A classic old theater tucked into the Gum Wall (be ready to have sticky shoes for a bit...it's unavoidable!) and the actors do a great job of involving the audience for a fun-filled hour. My son was laughing throughout the show...which is really a win at this point (because nothing is funny when you're a teen)!

We took our daughter on her 18th birthday to this spot thanks to a chat GPT suggestion. We were…read morepleasantly surprised and the birthday girl really enjoyed her first improv comedy experience. The actors were so believable as the characters they were playing and loved the construct as a homage to the Office.

I had so much fun attending the Empire strips back, at Cornish Playhouse. The theater was first…read morecome first serve but I don't think there was one bad seat in the place. It wasn't very big so the experience felt intimate. The show was sexy, funny, and interactive. I would see it again.

We were here this weekend to see the show The Empire Strips Back. It's a pretty playhouse with…read morecomfortable seating and great sound/lighting effects. Checking in and finding our seats was quick and easy. At intermission, they had beer, wine, and a good variety of snacks to choose from and let you bring them into the auditorium, which was generous. The facilities were clean, and the staff we interacted with was friendly and helpful. Lighting and audio worked well during the whole show. Nice place and fun show.

I came by to watch a friend perform, and I was pleasantly surprised, to say the least! The theatre…read morearea is decorated with red curtains and wallpaper that completely make you forget you're in a bar. There's only a $10 suggested donation entrance fee, which is extremely reasonable. I love that Comedy Nest provides all the laughs while keeping it respectful. They have a list of rules for the comedians and banned topics, and it's great to see what a safe space it can be. Despite that, the comedians are hilarious, and everyone is able to have a good time. I highly recommend this place and will definitely come back!

If you want to get a feel of the pulse of Seattle then visit the "Rendezvous" for standup comedy…read moreand you won't be disappointed. We were here on Tuesday night when they charge $5 per guest for nearly 2 hours of entertainment (depending on the line up of performers). We sat through about 15-20 performers, got to learn great new stuff about the Seattle community and by the end my ears were hurting from my husband's loud laugh(Just kidding). Each of the comedians performed like a pro. They don't serve food and drinks downstairs so if you need something, you need to bring it from the bar or restaurant upstairs.

Her name was Lola, she was a show girl, and I shook my ass on stage, and deep throated a banana…read more.. This was a wonderful experience with my wife celebrating our 10 year anniversary.... oh not to mention I ended up with pasties on my nipples. Thank you to the performers for providing such a fun show and a lifelong memory. Sincerely, Colten

Had a great time. From the moment we walked in, we were transported by the ambiance and lighting;…read morean escape right in the heart of Pike Place. We were served appetizers and drinks before the show. The coconut shrimp were fantastic, and large. I found the Clown Car almost impossible to drink because it was so sweet, but honestly that should have been expected. The absinthe is also fantastic. Now to the show! I was impressed by the caliber of entertainment. The announcer brought so much energy and humor, and brought in the crowd in just the right ways. The dancers were fantastic; basically the entire 3 hours was choreographed down to each step. My favorite number was the mermaid and sailor one. The singers were also good. A lot of fun and great for an event like a birthday or bachelorette.