Looks like no one has reviewed Yale Rep in years! Lucky for me that I have some recent experience…read moreto share. Unless you've been living under a rock, you probably already know that Yale Repertory is a world-class theater in downtown New Haven. They have multiple productions each year and bring in world-class acts. I've found my brief interactions with people who work here very straightforward but also warm. They really make you feel welcomed here! The two shows I've seen were very thought provoking. Father Comes Home in March 2018 was truly epic and moving. The Prisoner in November 2018 was not as enthralling to me, but it was unique. On our most recent visit, we learned we could not bring in bottles into the theater after it had already been opened. No big deal because we had time to drink it quickly, but keep that in mind.

I've seen several shows at the Rep thanks to the $10 student tickets that you have to buy in packs…read morebut can easily pawn off on friends. The tickets really are a steal, and I've enjoyed every show (I think that's Tartuffe, A Woman of No Importance, and Happy Now?). Seats are comfortable, and the shows start and end on time, which is...I don't know why I'm impressed by this, but I am. All in all a great way to spend an evening. Just a note, though - if you want coffee at intermission, run. You can pee later while everyone else in the building is waiting in line for coffee.

Yale Cabaret is NOT the same as Yale Rep. Yale Cabaret is more for encouraging experimentation and…read moreinnovation in Yale drama students and connected groups/communities. I love their values: cultivating love as action, nurturing artistic, spiritual, and communal growth, and engaging the community to expand their boundaries and learn new skills. I attended their holiday show and dinner, By the Hearth, a bit of holiday variety show. Some people sang songs. Some people did comedy. One performer did a poignant soliloquy about losing his dad and his love of Phantom of the Opera. I really enjoyed the skit/songs featuring the two kids who were told there was no Santa. You can tell these students (some are grad students in their 30s, so don't assume these are all young college kids) are funny and talented. Even though every skit didn't land with me, I really felt the community there, and it felt like a safe place to be. I had the dinner as well. They had some basic dishes--braised beef roast (they were out, bummer), roasted garlic parm cabbage wedge with mashed potatoes, and smothered pork chop. They also have starters, such as grilled octopus, French onion soup, and mushroom toast. The mushroom toast was very good, I ate it all! They also have dessert and wines/beers/cocktails. You can order a prix fixe for a bargain as well. Dinner starts at 6:30 PM for the 8 PM show and they take orders until 7:20 PM. There are six (?) tables up front and three tall tables in the back. I started at the tall table in the back, as I arrived a little later, and it was fine, but the two rows of seats in front of those tables were also high chairs, so before the show started, I moved to the front row. I also want to say the servers and the manager was super nice and accommodating. And I loved that the actors/performers and staff were all diverse from all walks of life. Again, I enjoyed the show. It was fantastic seeing original material and you never knew what to expect from one minute to the next, and you could tell they were having fun. I compare this group to like Second City or The Groundlings. At the very end of the show, I was getting my coat and bag together to leave and I dropped my wine glass (from my wine ordered at dinner) and it shattered everywhere. One of the actors yelled, "mazel tov" and it became a natural moment in the show. They marched off the stage and the glass was cleaned up. Before the show, I told the manager that I've been to tons of shows, including some of the biggest Broadway productions, but I often find "the shows in basement are the best time." That ending mazel tov cemented my opinion about this place. Thank you, Yale Cab.

Quality theater and a sexy intimate vibe for a $10 ticket? Even if you throw in some of the wine…read moreon offer, we're still talking seduction on the cheap. Sure, I'm not slinky enough to pull it off, but it could certainly work in theory. I've been to two shows at the Yale Cabaret, and have enjoyed myself thoroughly both times. The quality of the acting is top-notch, even at what could be an uncomfortably close distance. The space is tiny, with very limited seating, so booking tickets in advance is fairly important. The sacrifice in convenience is repaid many times over by the cozy atmosphere. There isn't a lot of fancy decor to speak of, but with the soft lights and the little round tables with high chairs, you can almost hear the air tinkle with glass and jazz and other pleasant things. The shows themselves were entertaining, though I'll admit that the odds of finding a stellar script are higher at more established, less student-run places like the Rep. The shows do seem to be shorter, which is often a plus, and really, the experience is worth your time. The venue inspires love, and that's hard to beat.

We went to an Edgar Allen Poe speakeasy event at Lyric Hall and while it is definitively a small…read morevenue the history can be felt immediately upon entering the stage, seating, chandelier, lighting, art all beautiful and reminiscent of a time gone by when places were built with attention to detail by hand. A true treasure.

What an amazingly beautiful historic theatre! We went to the screening of the Twin Peaks pilot last…read morenight. When entering the side door of the theatre I felt like I was going back in time with all 1920's antique furniture, rugs and decor. Absolutely stunning. They kindly ushered us in from the cold and showed us the screening room where old vaudeville acts were performed in days gone by. On the other side of the entry they had refreshments set up, popcorn, which was delicious and drinks. Again I was brought back to a time where hospitality and kindness seemed to be in vogue. The theatre itself is a beautiful small room with chairs on top of an oriental rug facing the old stage. I can not think of a better place to watch a Twin Peaks screening. We can not wait for more screenings! What a treat it was.

Purchased tickets for a show and received a text message the day of the show informing me show was…read morecanceled due to upcoming snowstorm. I requested a refund and was told they would refund it back to the card. Never received it, reach out again via a-mail. Ronald then told me I had to check with my bank. Never got my money. Awful! Be careful when purchasing tickets they are not accommodating or like to refund your money even when they cancel their shows.

For our birthdays, Tim M and I received a very generous batch of anytime tickets for Long Wharf…read moreTheater. We had the pleasure of going to our first show this past weekend, which was the closing weekend for Small Mouth Sounds. I really liked how unpretentious this theater is, with the super high-quality acting and minimal fanfare. The show we saw was in stage two, which made the experience even more intimate. I appreciated the concession stand at the entrance. Drinks are allowed inside. On this night, the crowd tended to be on the older side. No problem with that, but it was noticeable. If you're being somewhat spontaneous, definitely go for the standby tickets. Even on this closing weekend, we found out about an hour after getting on the standby list that we had scored two tickets for the same evening. And the tickets that were given up happened to be second row, which was lucky and awesome. I am definitely excited to come back for more shows.

Nice venue to see a stage show. Signage for the parking area and the building is not the best…read more Thanks for GPS maps I found the Theater. The parking lot next to the theater is very small and a little walk to the entrance. Other parking is quite away from the theater, therefore get there early if you want a good parking spot. The seating is set up so there is no bad seat in the house. I thought there was enough legroom, considering what you get on a Broadway theater. The building is new and modern and I would not hesitate to see other shows there.

This is a great venue with an awesome Jazz Series. Will Downing, Candi Dulfer, Four Play, and a…read morehost of other greats played this season. I am looking forward to going back. The acoustics are very good. We had seats in the same spot each time, but the music sounded great through out the theater. Parking is a couple minutes from the door, but it is free. Check out a show at this SCSU venue!

This afternoon's entertainment was Mrs. Doubt Fire the Musical Comedy. This wonderful adaptation of…read morethe smash hit movie staring the late great Robin Williams and Sally Field was a pure delight to see live on stage. Craig Allen Smith portrayal of Daniel Hilliard was, in my opinion genius. The comedic timing of Smith as Daniel was a breath of fresh air honoring Robin, right down to his impressions. The entire cast were outstanding in their own right. It made me laugh, smile and cry. This was my third show at the Shubert and I can't wait to see what else is coming this year. If you haven't been here yet? What are you waiting for? Thanks again to the Shubert for another great time!

I recently checked online to buy two tickets for a show at the Shubert Theater in New Haven…read more The seats I selected were $127. When I went to complete the purchase, I noticed that there was a $20 fee per ticket. What I also noticed was what was not mentioned; that there is no fee if tickets are purchased at the box office. I can understand a per order fee for an online purchase, and I wouldn't have given a second thought to a reasonable fee of, say, $5-$10, which would save me the trouble of driving the 15 minutes to the theater and parking. But $40 ($20 charge per ticket - 20%) is simply egregious. Telecharge only charges a fee of $16.50 per ticket for Broadway shows.

The owner is extremely rude and I felt unsafe while I was speaking to her. My best advice would be…read moreto stay away!

Alisa has a great eye to catch techniques and patience to help you work through it. She's…read morewelcoming, energetic, and clearly knowledgeable. Alisa is both challenging and supporting, making it a safe learning environment. So excited to go back!

Beautiful building, old school theatre that is without a bad seat. Place is gorgeous and the sound…read morewas great. Very cool building in a very cool neighborhood. Can't wait to see another show there.

Beautiful venue ! I watched Rainbow Kitten Surprise here and was veryy impressed. The lighting and…read moresound and space was perfectly balanced

Great gallery space and school. Full of all types of art and artists and designers. especially…read moregreat posters and advertising in the hallways. Good lecture series! Good student art shows! quite possibly the center of the new haven art scene... The building is a former Jewish girls school redesigned by Louis Kahn. It currently houses the art school's administration, graphic design and photography departments, and the school of drama's Iseman Theater.

I have been going to the Elm Shakespeare performances at Edgerton Park for the past six years…read more These plays in August are part of my essential activities for summer. The focus is Shakespeare, but there are years when Elm Shakespeare rotates between Shakespeare and another playwright. The productions are top quality and understandable with excellent staging. Please leave the kids younger than age 12 at home, so they don't distract those of us there to see the show. These shows are not something most children would understand or appreciate. Edgerton Park is a great place to see a show. Surrounded by a stone wall, this former estate with its large trees and extensive lawns is a peaceful oasis in the city. Be sure to bring a picnic dinner and a beverage of your choice. While the productions are free, Elm Shakespeare requests a $20 donation from adults to help cover their costs, a donation I gratefully give the organization.

From the owner: Elm Shakespeare Company is a premiere theater company known for producing outstanding theater and…read moreeducational programs that enrich the lives of people from widely diverse cultural, socio-economic and educational backgrounds. Our performances engage people from near and far. Our theater and educational outreach make an enduring contribution to the artistic, cultural and economic vitality of the region.