Been wanting to see this show for years when they did Point Break, but Tom Gun Live is better…read more Free taco dinner with price of ticket. Bring poncho, garbage bags for your legs, belongings, and a ziploc baggy for your cell phone. They encourage you to take photos, hence ziploc for your cell phone. You don't get drenched, but you will get wet. I brought an extra change of clothes, but we did not need it. The show is very campy, fun, and interactive. I had to hold an airplane up at the beginning of the show since I was in an aisle seat and in the middle section. Later, a cast member wanted me to stand up and dance with him, but I said no. He was fine with it, so they don't pressure you. LOL During the show, they called out me and my friend as they walked down the center aisle - LOL. They also go in between aisles and move all around the space so look to the sides or in the back, etc. Because it was Halloween weekend, I think it was a very very slightly different show (by maybe 5%). Audience was in costume, had costume contest, a couple different lines in the show, etc. The taco dinner included in the tix price was delicious! Did street parking. The doors to the show are in the back, look for the murals on the wall. They ask for volunteers too.

I can't believe I haven't left a review sooner! We've been coming for years! The Ebony Repertory…read moreTheater company puts on Fabulous shows headed by Director Wren T Brown. There has been many plays, musicals, dance & lectures. It's a small 400 seat theater that is Beautiful & a joy for our community. There is a small parking lot near the venue & street parking. Keep an eye out for the wonderful shows. A Christmas Musical Extravaganza is in Dec 16 & 17th! We just saw Michael Steele & Alyson williams in salute to Luther Vandross & Phyllis Hyman. Excellent show

Came for a live taping for season three of Key & Peele. It's a pretty sizable but still an intimate…read morevenue. You can have beer or wine as long as you buy a sippy cup which will cost you an extra 25 cents. But the wine and beer are quite cheap at $4.50 with a decent selection. Considering you're paying for something that you can't bring in.Allegedly no cell phones. Lol I'm typing this as I'm waiting for this to start. Will come back for a show if possible.

TL:DR - An emotionally moving experience that immersed the senses…read more Located South of Ktown and in the same building as Lab Rat Escape Room. There is street parking on the adjacent streets. Before I begin to gush about how much I love this experience, I think its important to note that this is not an escape room. There are puzzle elements but it is first and foremost a story. And that story is fucking good! I had done the Lab Rat escape room the previous year and it is still the best escape room I have ever done. I wanted to see what else Hatch Escapes offered and the Nest sounded great, so I went with that. My wife and I showed up on a cool Sunday morning and we're unsure of what to expect. We were lead to the 5th floor of the building and down a row of storage units. We were handed a flashlight, a tape deck, and then were guided into one. What would ensue for the next 2 hours was a beautiful story of promise, romance, dreams, heartbreak, and the memories of a world that might have existed. I was honestly not ready for this. I am not a crier in the slightest and found myself tearing up as I progressed through the rooms. The final room took all my will to not just break down bawling. When we walked back out into the sun, I felt a renewed sense of appreciation for the people in my life. If you're on the fence about going, just do it. You will have a great time and a moving experience.

It was my friend's birthday and I wanted to surprise him with something fun especially since he…read moreloves games and puzzles. Luckily there was openings on Wednesday evening. The Nest says online that 2 to 4 can sign up at once, but honestly after going through it, I felt two of us was perfect, as noted in another review, some spaces are tight and you do have to duck under some areas. I don't want to give any secrets away or spoil anything, because you want to arrive and immerse yourself in the experience. Let's just say I didn't understand the other reviews about that it can make you feel emotional, until halfway through, something got me in the feels, and then at the very end, just when you think it's over, one more thing got all my emotions hit (in a good way) and I didn't want to leave. It was so special. The Nest is similar to an escape room as you are still solving some puzzles, but it's without pressure and everything builds upon itself as you go. I definitely recommend The Nest. I know it's strange but, I almost want to go back and do it again alone, just to absorb it in all over again.

I have two tween/teen boys who both are enrolled in Soudlife - one for drumming and the other in…read moremusic production/beat making. I seriously CANNOT say enough about how well this program is run. I honestly wish all the spaces in my life were this intuitive, communicative, and professional. Every teacher and sub we have been exposed to has been an A+. It also has been so helpful for my kids to interact with working musicians who are at various stages of touring and recording. It makes the pursuit all the more real for them. The Soundlife performances are a wonderful risk free way for the kids to discover who they are as performers. It's sort of amazing how they find ways of building community while also offering 1:1 classes. Soundlife couldn't be easier to recommend.

I'll start off by confessing that I'm a full-grown adult taking beginning bass lessons at…read moreSoundLife. I am a total beginner, and I am fully comfortable with a bunch of kids outperforming me. (Takes the pressure off.) But I was looking for a school or instructor that would incorporate performance (eventually), as that seems like a healthy motivator. I'm glad that I picked SoundLife because I'm really enjoying my lessons and getting a lot out of them. My instructor, Blake, is very knowledgeable, patient, and talented, and he gives me direction in bite-sized, manageable steps that make me feel like I'm getting somewhere instead of feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. Plus he's great at picking up bass riffs from songs that I bring in and teaching them to me effortlessly. I'm a few months in, and I look forward to seeing how much better I'll be in a few months more. I highly recommend.

The Place- I liked it and it gave that kind of old time feel to it…read more The Employees- They were all very nice and helpful. Parking- They have a decent sized parking lot next to the theatre that offers free parking. The trick is to get their early enough before it fills up. There is also pay parking very close by. I had a great time seeing a comedy magic show by Justin Willman. The most challenging thing about this venue is they seem to offer a very limited selection of the types of events that I would like to see.

Ebell Theatre is a nonprofit arts education and civic engagement venue that was founded by women!…read moreI love the architecture of this amazing building. The space has many uses: theatre & dance performances, weddings and other special events. I attended an event that sent me an e-ticket (or electronic ticket) so I made sure I had pulled it up on my phone as I advanced towards the Ebell's entrance on 8th street. I was greeted by a nicely dressed gentleman who directed me to the check-in people. Glad I had my ticket ready because the check-in person had the scanner/iPad at the ready. Inside the lobby had plush carpeting and cool banners of the show I was going to see. The theatre is magnificent with amazing seating on the main level. Including a mezzanine that I definitely want to explore the next time I attend an event here.

I came to Theatre Theater to see Rogue Machine's production of "Dying City" and the review is for…read morethe theatre itself. The building houses two theatres. The one the play was in was the smaller of the two, a 40+ seat small venue. The other theatre was being prepared for another show, I presume as there were some men working on a stage and the seats there were covered with plastic. That appeared to be the main stage as there were more seats. The seats in the B Theatre were very comfortable, cushioned movie theatre style seats. The venue is so intimate there really didn't appear to be any seat that wouldn't be good. A woman was there when I entered and she marked me off the list. I bought my ticket online and it was a will call matter. She handed me a program and as with many theatres, that is your ticket. The house opened about 10 minutes before the play started. Across from where she was doing the ticketing was a small area with snacks and drinks. There are bathrooms down a hall. This is a perfect venue for staging small plays.

Burai - Standing All Alone - an original Japanese Stage Play…read more This play, written, directed and produced by Naoki Fujiyama is why I made my way to Theatre Theater one Saturday night. That and an invitation from one of the cast members. This venue is pretty intimate, in other words, small, but it allows those in the nose bleed seats to see and hear the action too, unlike other venues where you might need a pair of binoculars. Everything is definitely worn but it works and I'm sure it's how admission costs are affordable. I'm not of this world of entertainment so I can't comment on the acoustics or lighting except that everything seemed to work. Seats were ok. Not in the best condition but, I also wasn't sitting on springs or metal. As for parking - this theater is on Pico. Street parking is available - just have to find a space. Overall - the place is OK. Been to better. Been to worse.

If you're new to acting and have no idea where to even begin, start at Graham Shiels Studios…read more I joined The Lab as a total beginner, and what hit me first was that everyone there is actually working -- not "aspiring," not playing around, but genuinely auditioning and booking. That alone shifted my mindset. The room feels serious in a motivating way, not intimidating. You can tell people show up because they care about getting better. Graham is the real deal. He doesn't waste time, and he doesn't give vague notes. He tells you exactly what you're doing, what's underneath it, and how to adjust so your work actually lands. You walk out of class knowing what to practice instead of feeling confused or overwhelmed. As someone just starting out, I felt like I was finally in the right place. If you're unsure where to begin or who to trust in this industry, audit a class. Seeing it for yourself is enough. This studio made acting feel doable, and that's honestly the biggest gift for a beginner.

I think Graham is a wonderful teacher. However, my rating is due to this company's business ethics…read more I enrolled in a three-week intensive where students are evaluated and placed with a teacher. I made it clear from the start that my only goal was to train with Graham, which requires an invitation. When I asked about ongoing classes, I was told his classes were full, but that I would be placed just below his level and moved up after I completed the four week course with a different teacher. After completing the intensive, my card was charged without my knowledge for an additional four weeks of classes, and NOT with Graham. When I raised this with the office, they pointed to a "subscription" clause in the contract that allowed them to automatically charge my card. This was never clearly explained to me. I only enrolled in the initial program based on the understanding that I would be invited to train with Graham upon completion. Instead, I was unknowingly charged for more classes, with a different teacher, without consent. When I requested a refund, especially since I wouldn't even be in town to attend (which I explained to them) they refused... "No refunds". They told me I could take the classes when I returned to town, presenting that as a generous accommodation. However, they still would not guarantee placement with the teacher I originally requested. This experience felt misleading and very exploitative. Many actors are investing limited resources into their training, and transparency matters. Charging for services I did not knowingly approve, and could not attend, is unacceptable. I ultimately disputed the charge. After months of back-and-forth, they ruled in favor of the school based on the fine print referencing a subscription. That may be technically enforceable, but it was not clearly communicated, and it's disappointing. Mind you I paid for the intensive, additional classes with a teacher I didn't want based on a promise that wasn't fulfilled, and even booked private sessions with Graham.. all within two months. This company could have earned far more from me long term if they had acted with transparency and integrity. They were greedy and shortsighted. Do better.