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!

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.

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.

Got to catch the dress rehearsal of Emergence last night, and I've got to hand it to Pacific…read moreNorthwest Ballet, they really know how to pull people into their world. Before the show, they hosted a discussion with the director and production team, giving the audience a chance to ask questions and get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and how everything comes together (which seems so intense!). Honestly, such a cool way to make ballet more accessible and get people interested in the performing arts. For a suggested donation of $25, you get to meet the crew, ask your burning questions (like, how do they make it look so effortless?), and then watch the full dress rehearsal. Not a bad deal at all. The dancers were absolutely phenomenal, and since Emergence hasn't been performed in Seattle for seven years, it feels like a big moment. Safe to say, it's going to do really well. I think they've got a few more of these dress rehearsals/production team discussions lined up this season for upcoming shows and if you've ever wanted to see world-class ballet without committing to a full-priced ticket, this is 100% the way to do it. Definitely worth checking out!

We've been to PNB's presentation of The Nutcracker 6 or 7 times now and every year it is slightly…read moredifferent but always enjoyable. This is a great way to celebrate the holidays with family, especially for the younger individuals who will no doubt find the experience magical. Parking in the Mercer Street Garage is definitely the way to go since there is a catwalk that brings you into McCaw Hall. This is very helpful when the PNW rain is upon us, since it is covered for the entire walk into the hall. There is a complimentary coat check on the bottom floor and several concessions stands for coffee, tea, sodas, and alcohol as well as snacks and sweets throughout the venue. The ballet and orchestra are always great entertainment and this is definitely an annual outing we enjoy thoroughly.

And Seattle has "a vibrant local theater scene"?…read more ***** This group, despite its central location and relative regional importance, is not very responsive to the community it ostensibly proposes to be an integral part of. I've been trying for years to write a one-act play entitled "10 Years a Coolie: Living in Seattle Public Housing," which I truly believe would be topical and have insights into the social dynamics and seemingly intractable problems of this little understand community. Too controversial ("too diverse, too different"). So I finally wrote a message asking to whom or to what othe organization I could turn to for information on local playwriting (classes, groups, etc.), as my efforts to connect had failed up to this point. But I got no response. Not even, "sorry, we appreciate your inquiry but are not in the position of providing you with..." It sounds like a group that is quite insular, notwithstanding its self-image. As in the hip local parlane, "it [that] sucks."

TPS is a rental space on the fourth floor open to the public. They have many rooms that cater to…read moredifferent needs, usually all performance art related. To rent you just go online and submit a form. It's only around 10$ an hour and as long as no one has the space after you you can usually stay longer. I would recommend renting a space because these rooms can fill up and hallway practice is lame. I come here weekly for improv meet ups and it's great. Mirrors on one side of the wall, wooden floors, the furniture is pushed to the side which gives you the freedom to set the room. It's always generally unmonitored so we've had little soirees here and eaten food. It's minus a star because sometimes the other users are really noisy (large dance groups that rattle the floor) and sometimes the staff may forget to provide a key and are difficult to reach on site.

On the Boards presents performances of many types…read more You can look up shows and the season to find the artists they bring. The main hall is about 150 in a straight rake. The stage is deep. They have plenty of lighting and good sound. They don't have a stage fly space for scenery and backdrops like the the Paramount or classic theaters. I would assume they can bring in linoleum for dance performances, but it was not there for the performance I saw. The lobby is nice with a ticketing alcove, and a simple bar with a limited selection of brewed coffee, mixed drinks, beer, and wine. They should add espresso. I was visiting Seattle. Residents are familiar with the Seattle world of parking and transit. So my comments on parking are for visitors. On the Boards is in Lower Queen Anne adjacent to the Seattle Center performance hall NW corner. It is a dense apartment an condo zone. That means there are opportunities for drinking/dining, but fierce parking. There is a gravel paid lot across the street by an apartment with a scanable QR payment system by Google/Apple Pay that works, and the parking company even sends a customer survey. Queen Anne, as the hill rises, has a parking permit system blocking lower visitor parking - read the signs carefully. If you love contemporary performance. On the Boards is one of Seattle's presenters to follow.

I went to see "Another you", a 70 minute "in your face " monologue about a man's life struggles,…read moregrowing up in Jersey. Great show and it's a pretty cool venue too. Ticket prices are pretty reasonable. Most of the shows are a bit to "interpretive" for my liking, but overall, a cool place and great for "something different" on a friday night. One major drawback- they serve alcohol in glass bottles, which, would have be fine if the venue wasn't, well "on the boards". The bottles were periodically kicked and broken (mistakenly, of course) and distracted immensely from the performance. I give it one awkward fist up the "you know what" up. What?? That's in reference to the show, you sickos.

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.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child- The Temu Edition…read more I attended the opening-night performance of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on August 22, 2026, and the experience was shockingly disorganized. Before the show, guests were stuck in endless lines that appeared to lead nowhere, while other lines less than 25 feet away reached the same destination. There was no useful signage and very little staff guidance explaining where anyone was supposed to go. Inside the theater, the sound quality was atrocious. Even from Section MF2, Row AA, I frequently could not understand what the performers were saying. Ushers also repeatedly moved through the theater using bright flashlights, creating constant visual interruptions. It became impossible to remain immersed in the show. I have previously seen Cursed Child in both London and New York, so I expected some differences from a touring production....This was not simply a smaller version, however. The performances and choreography seemed poorly synchronized, while the venue's sound and audience management made an already disappointing production even worse. I was so frustrated that I left before intermission. For the price of these tickets, patrons deserve substantially better organization, sound quality, and theater management. Compared with the productions in London and New York, this genuinely felt like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: The Temu Edition

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.

One of many great production houses in the area. I was lucky enough to win tickets to The Skin of…read moreour Teeth, and it was a great production! Love the bar area and snack options for intermission.

Seattle has so many venues and festivals that celebrate the arts…read more I happen to read about about the Seattle Reperatory at Bagley Wright Theater completing a major overhaul for a new show. Literally, that evening I bought tickets online for the 2pm show for "Here Lies Love". Missed out on getting U2 tickets, so this is a spontaneous splurge. Scored on street parking diagonal from the venue on 4/16/17, which was sheer luck since our tickets were held at will call and no late seating. Darn Seattle traffic! Lots of anticipation leaning against the stage and loved the huge sparkly disco ball. Photography was strictly prohibited, so couldn't get a snap to share. The show presented the life of Imelda Marcos, former First Lady of the Philippines. Being of Filipino descent, this intrigued me. My lone trip to the PI in 1978 brought back some of the imagery of that era. Nasty, corrupt, excessive political times, but also the love of all things beautiful. Parts had me conflicted because this was based on actual history. But like living under today's administration, hope and happiness can happen from living in the moment. I thoroughly enjoyed being on the main floor (versus the balcony and reserved seating) and having the production in one's face. I even held hands with the actor who performed as Ninoy Aquino. Music, bright costumes, lights, glitz, videography, amazing stage, and lots of dancing! Reminded me of carefree nights of going to clubs from another lifetime. A major gamble for this venue to take this on, but kudos for bringing this innovative production to Seattle. Totally different, energetic, and loved that the entire ensemble were people of color. Talented people that looked like me! This was also a first theatrical musical that I brought The Homie. He enjoyed attending and wasn't even embarassed that his mom was shaking and shimmying wholeheartedly. The 90 minutes flew by! Fun times created by David Byrne and Fat Boy Slim.

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.