The best kept secret in Wallingford is no longer a secret! Went here tonight as the lead in Newsies…read morewas an old school friend of my daughter's. The production was absolutely fantastic, way beyond what I'd expected for a local theatre company. It's a cozy, intimate venue with a bring your own food option and in house bar (no outside beverages allowed) and extremely friendly owners and staff. The actors come into the audience, the sound quality and musical accompaniment was impressive. The only thing I'd note is that although you're told that the theatre opens at 5:30 that's only the bar area, if you want to eat inside the actual theatre area that doesn't open until 6:30 for a 7:30 show. It's a great place supporting local actors and we'll definitely we back to do our part!

Went to see a show this weekend for the first time. The venue is great, very intimate, loved the…read moreset up with tables and chairs, and the fact it was BYO food & drink. There's plenty of great food nearby and I will definitely be coming back. It's great for a date night or night out with friends!

Tonight we saw A Christmas Story Musical. It was excellent! The performances of all the players…read morewas outstanding. The intimate theater (I think it's 46 seats, not 64 like I wrote before) immerses you in the action like no other! I can't wait to see what goes on here in 2026! If you enjoy Broadway or the Bushnell, then try a night here! Bravo!

A@A's is a breath of fresh air in the Connecticut community theatre-sphere. Being involved in Puffs…read morehas been nothing but a joy. The production team is very professional and approachable -- I appreciate the fact that there are distinct boundaries between roles so you know exactly who to go to should you have any issues. When I walk through the art barn doors, I know I'm in a safe space where I can be myself and express my needs, and that is a gift! I cannot recommend working with them highly enough.

We love the cabaret! As season ticket holders we have enjoyed the Connecticut Cabaret Theaters…read moreshows for some time now. Owner and Artistic Director Kris McMurray Rocks the cabaret scene like no other. His choice of shows varies each season: there's a bit of drama, mystery, music and comedy. Lots of laughs! He has award winning artists, veteran performers and fresh newcomers that blend together in the most heartfelt winning way, you can see the genuine camaraderie of the actors. Tonight's show was Calendar Girls and what a great show it was! Based on the movie there were some touching moments, some uplifting moments and some down right laugh out loud moments! This show has been sold out for every show. There's a good reason for it! Kris will give you the option of purchasing one show at a time or if you purchase the season he graciously adds in a voucher to bring a friend free of charge. Can't hate that! Give it a look see! You won't be disappointed. Tell Kris Kim sentcha!

We saw the best play ever last night! "Sylvia" had us in stitches. The cast was marvelous!…read more Kudos to Kris McMurray - Producer and Director. Amigos on 13

This was my daughters first year dance, she's a little bit older, 11, so we were worried about her…read morebeing able to catch on. She's had a great experience and truly enjoyed going every week and had a blast at the recital. The director always replied to my emails very quickly and helped out with any minor issues that came up (missed a payment by accident, missing shoes, ripped tights day of recital, etc.) We just had a very nice year here!

This was such a fun night! It's so cool being in a space where everyone's just vibing. I'm pretty…read morecompetitive so we played a lot of multiplayer games and of course I came in first for our Mario Kart race. There are more games downstairs but skee-ball and a chill vibe upstairs takes the cake for me. The service is quick at the bar and we all liked our drinks. I can't remember the name of the shot but it almost tasted like a green tea shot and was pink... get that!

I've been here once before, but when only the first floor was open. Their second floor was a nice…read moreaddition. Service is quick and attentive. Upstairs has cans and bottles only, nothing on tap. There are not as many games upstairs but lots of lounge and seating areas. Bathrooms on both floors too! I love the variety of games, old school pinball machines and arcade games. It's a great time for a date night or a night out with friends.

The Lab is truly my favorite spot since moving to New Haven half a year ago, and I only go to one…read moredance class there per week. The owner, Gerald Lovelace, is, for real, a renaissance man who runs the studio, teaches, and is a tech wiz with all sorts of video and light production. (His photo studio, Lovelace Studios, is a testament to many of his skills outside of dance, check that out, too.) Classes are affordable, insanely fun, incredibly accessible and welcoming (I had danced a lot growing up but never in the style I take at The Lab), and the folks at The Lab are just the nicest, ever. Beginner classes are indeed beginner-friendly, but they're *not* boring!! They also film at the end of every class, which helps me learn where I can improve AND document an incredibly fantastic experience. Filming is optional but I recommend it! I'm just repeating myself but I can not recommend this studio enough. Check out their YouTube page or Instagram if you want to get a good sense of the choreographers/teachers and the styles you'll find here. I could spend a year going on and on about the experience dancing at the Lab. It's an oasis in a desert (where are the other dance studios!? But now I don't even need 'em lol, nothing would beat this spot). Logistical Bits: If you're coming to visit, parking is in the back of the building (I don't do what my phone says and I just turn in from E Main St to High Street, before you hit the Dunkin' Donuts), and the door is a little bit nondescript (imho) so be confident as you walk in, you're in the right place. ;) TLDR The *best* spot, the best people, truly a space buzzing with creative energy - at least every single second I've spent there. Can't wait to keep going!!

From the owner: At The Lab, we are all scientists experimenting with the arts. We provide educational services to…read morethe people in performance arts, contemporary art, photography, cinematography, and more. Our goal is to educate and challenge our students while having fun while sharing positivity and love for what we do.

First time coming here and we saw the extended showing of Dracula. The actors were all great. The…read moreshow was captivating and although the sets don't change like a bigger production, you feel like a main character. There is no food or drink offered, but it IS encouraged to bring your own! There is a liquor store adjacent to the theater. We enjoyed our charcuterie board with some wine and during the show! This is a small, intimate theater with cabaret style seating. There are only about 20 or so tables, so it's definitely a "front row" experience. The theater gets DARK when the show starts, so careful not to spill anything. Intermissions during show

What a great lil venue. A cozy playhouse run by some very…read morenice people. 6 of us went to see "What The Dickens!" Great show! The actors had us laughing all night. It's set up with tables and you can bring snacks, some people brought pizzas, your drinks or adult beverages of choice. Will def go back and recommend for a fun night out.

CDW is the best dance school around. My granddaughter has been dancing with the dance school since…read moreshe was 3. She is now 14. Lisa Rein is a great teacher. This teacher is all about the dancers. Miss Lisa is a very talented teacher, the kids love her. Come dance at CDW, your child will love it there and they will learn the fundamentals of dance the right way .

The Palace Theater is registered as a National Historic Treasure. It opened on January 28, 1922…read more The Palace Theatre showcases Broadway tours, rock concerts, educational programs, family entertainment, and other events. The theater is beautiful, with crystal chandeliers and gold detailing. On this day, I went to the Palace Theatre to graduate with my second college degree in Early Childhood Education. The graduation was beautiful as it was in this stunning building. I would definitely come back to see a show.

A gorgeous theatre! Definitely a throwback to a different era when they built them with so much…read moresplendor. There is no bad seat in the house. The seats are very comfortable and the acoustics are amazing!! Great place to see a show! This is our second show and we love the place. The ushers are really nice and friendly!!