Sleek. This was my…read morefirst time at The Indie on Main and I can't think of a single bar in KC where I'd walk in and swear I was in a bar in Gramercy Park. They did an excellent job with the design of this place, from the honeycombesque liquor display (see my photo) to the long curvy bar to the lounges in front of the windows. Gramercy bars were never my scene, but I can appreciate good aesthetics when I see 'em. We came to the Indie to see our friends in a burlesque act (this is not a regular thing there, as there isn't a stage and the layout of the place isn't really conducive to live shows of any kind), otherwise I don't normally hang out in this area, especially on a weekend night. Crowd was kind of typical P&L which is definitely not my thing, but it wasn't as bad as it could have been. The DJ was playing music excruciatingly loud in between acts, and really ruined what could have been a decent, chill vibe (this was the consensus of our group, not just my cranky self speaking). I can't stand house music, so we would have left if we weren't waiting to see more burlesque. Needless to say, we left right after that was over. I'd come back again, if in the area as the DJ wasn't the bar's fault (and I think they did tell him to lower it a bit at a certain point). The bartendress was nice, drinks were fairly priced. There's a cocktail list full of girly Gramercy drinks if you share the tastes of the Sex & The City gals (needless to say, I stuck to vodka sodas:)

Been here a handful of times, most recently following the flow of people out of a concert from The…read moreMidland and into The Indie. It's a pretty typical downtown bar that has some things to like but otherwise falls in the generic category. One thing I noticed was following a Sturgill Simpson concert, they had Sturgill Simpson playing -- pretty cool for them to add that little touch. It's usually busy here and relatively small, you might expect to stand with your drink for a bit. Decent place that is neither high nor low for me.

I finally got to see a show at KC's newest concert venue - Warehouse on Broadway and I left…read moreimpressed. The capacity is 700 with a large wide-open space for viewing the stage with its rectangular floor plan. The stage is on the side of the room which provides great vantage points for unobstructed viewing from the elevated bars on each end. There is also a third bar and second set of restrooms in Sound Bite, their attached restaurant in the back. The lighting and sound were also excellent. Along with some limited rail seating at the bars and a large bench along the north floor, they had about 60 chairs and stools lined up in the back and south side of the space. I'm not sure if they are always there or they brought those in because of the older demographic for an Irish Music concert. I attended Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones along with local Irish music legend Eddie Delahunt.

Such a fun venue. Definitely recommend catching a show here. I recently attended A Weekend on Funk…read moreStreet with Maddy O'Neal and the Floozies and I'm excited to return. The venue itself is large. Way bigger than I remember it being when it was a ramen spot. It's very open. You can see across the entire thing which if you get claustrophobic when shows get packed, is super helpful. They also have an attached restaurant. I didn't check that out but I'd definitely be willing to. They have bars on either end with just about everything-liquor, beer, seltzers, water, the usual. Everyone I interacted with was friendly. They do have a bit of security and they do enforce their rules so I recommend looking up the website to see what is allowed. I say that because they kicked an individual out and I rarely see that happen. They do have a smoking patio outside. I saw in other reviews that they have a jukebox but I didn't notice or see that. The concert I attended was EDM ish so I don't think they would've done all that. Probably depends on the band. I will say it was loud. Super loud. I recommend earplugs. Again, it may depend on the band. Oh, and it was clean. Like clean bathrooms and clean floors. I hate sticky floors so I was happy. If you're thinking of going to a show here, I definitely recommend it. I can't wait to come back!

Cute and cozy theater near River Market with the sweetest staff, fresh popcorn, and an amazing bar!…read more I love that the theaters are small and right next to the concession stand. They also have good pricing I got a large popcorn and cocktail for less than $25. I will be back.!

Long overdue review of this KC gem. If you love movies, love supporting local, and are looking for…read morea great weekday or weekend night out - look no further! It's impossible to visit Screenland and not feel the love of movies and the movie going experience all around you. Don't let the small size scare you away - even with some smaller theater sizes, they're dedicated to excellent quality of picture and sound. They seek feedback from their fellow movie goers to bring back nostalgic favorites, create events like outdoor movies and festivals, show movies that may have never seen a full theater release, partner with local businesses to create custom collectible ticket stubs for special screenings, even show movies on 35 & 70mm film - a rare occurrence in the US and something very special. Screenland's greatest, and my favorite, quality is that it naturally offers true sense of community - every time I'm there, strangers are interacting in small ways over their shared love of movies and unique experiences. Cheesy, but I think any other Screenland frequenter would agree.

We have enjoyed a lot of good performances here in the past, but recently they cancelled a…read moreperformance we had tickets for and have not returned my calls requesting a refund. Very angry and disappointed!

It's heartwarming to know that Kansas City has a devoted audience for the music of Broadway and the…read moregreat American Songbook. The Quality Hill Playhouse (and its kindred spirit, the Chestnut Fine Arts Center in Olathe) put on full seasons of shows featuring the best in American popular music. Tonight I went with my family to celebrate some birthdays by seeing "Lets Do It," an evening devoted to the lyrics of the immortal Cole Porter. It was de-lightful, de-licious and de-lovely! The theater is small, so all the seats are good. It has been refurbished recently, and looks very nice! The theater staff were very kind and accommodating -- we had originally bought tickets for the Wednesday night show, but my elderly parents were nervous about going out because of the severe weather we were having that day. The theater exchanged the tickets for tonight and, because of the severe weather issue, waived their usual $5 per ticket exchange fee. That was a nice thing to do! This was the final show of the season. Next year's season will feature shows highlighting Noël Coward and Gertrude Lawrence and the songs of Rodgers and Hart, Comden and Green, and Kander and Ebb. (Kander is originally from K.C.) See their website for specific details, or for subscription information. The shows are very well done, with excellent selections of songs and thoroughly professional performances. There's parking available in the garage of which the theater is actually a part (it occupies the street level of the building). It's usually $6. So go and enjoy!!!

Big Creek Country Showplace theatre was built in 1909, it became a movie theatre in the 1950's and…read morethen was purchased by the current owners in 1981 with the intention of launching the Big Creek Country Show. The first show on Halloween night in 1982 drew a crowd of 450 people to the little town of Pleasant Hill, MO. The physical shape and condition of the theatre is similar to what most of us old people might remember from when we went to the movies when we were kids. I doubt the theatre has been refurbished (except for possibly changing the cushions on the seats) and it hasn't changed much over the past several decades. The silver movie screen still hangs behind the back curtain. The charming history of the building has been preserved, but it's also clean and comfortable and conducive to a fun and entertaining evening. The owner of the theatre is hands-on involved in every production - booking the talent, playing the Sax, acting as emcee, and occasionally signing. The show consists of a band with a few consistent performers and a few rotating performers, plus a few guest singers. For instance, the keyboard player Phil Hilton has been on stage since the first production 38 years ago - and by the way, he's outrageously talented. Other band performers, such as the lead guitar player rotate but they always have top notch talent at each instrument for every performance. The show always features a few guest singers for each performance, with regular appearances by Duke Mason who is both gifted and funny and always makes his appearances memorable. The performances are held every Saturday evening year round beginning at 7:30 pm (they usually start 5-10 minutes late) until approximately 10 pm, and they range from classic old-time country to top 40 hits from the 50's-70's. No matter which genre they perform, the result is always very well done. You'll also discover that a number of patriotic and gospel songs are frequently sprinkled in, and these songs are often our favorites from each show. Seats for each show are reserved and you can call ahead or purchase your tickets the day of the show at the box office that opens at 6:00 pm on Saturday nights. Tickets are only $12, but be careful if Duke Mason is scheduled to perform, there will likely be very few tickets available for walk-ins. The location in Pleasant Hill might be a bit of a drive for some people in the KC area, but it's a fun and inexpensive way to spend a Saturday evening and I highly recommend it.

This is a gem in a beautiful town. The entertainment is top notch and the operator is so nice and…read moretalented. Please go to the Saturday show, you will have a terrific time!

The Green Guitar Folk House is a series of concerts presented 10 times a year inside of the Shawnee…read moreMission Unitarian Universalist Church. GGFH books touring acts from around the nation and usually pairs them with amazing talent from the region. It is a great listening room with a good sound system and acoustics, and seating is available for a couple hundred; soft drinks, beer and wine are available. Last night I witnessed longtime Kansas City artist Two Headed Cow open for an amazing duo out of Nashville - A Tale of Two (check them out if you like great storytelling, 5 star resonator guitar playing and a jazz vocalist doing overtime in the blues and folk world). I have also seen great artists in the past such as Victor and Penny, Rupert Wates, Chuck Brodsky, Danny Schmidt.... A perfect space to become intimate with a favorite artist or discover something new. The ability to meet and chat with the artists is always available at the intermissions and post show. Bring some cash to tip the opening act and take home some merchandise to further support the artists. The organizer Mike and his volunteer crew are providing KC a great service by bringing in the type of artist that usually has trouble booking these types of midsize gigs that are not in a noisy bar. We are lucky to have such a program here in town. Worthy of support from anyone that values live music.

Lived in KC for 11yrs and went the first time for a concert a couple weeks ago. Fantastic layout,…read moregreat close parking (for free!) love that there are so many options of standing/sotting from the outdoor areas, stage side, upper deck, and inside! Has food and multiple bar windows, bathrooms are small but clean. Great open area and don't feel crowded at all. No matter where you're at you get to see the show either looking at the stage or a projector screen on it so you never miss a beat. Cash only!!!

First time and wasn't sure which stage the concert was going to take place. Dressed for Missouri in…read moreAugust-- ended up freezing inside. Truly a dive bar atmosphere felt like we could have been sitting in the movie Road House. Not quite sure about the quality of the sound system and acoustics.

Grinders is such a fun concert venue and we make the effort to go to at least one yearly show…read more There's always a good selection of drinks and food available, plus the workers are helpful and quick. I love that we can order a slice of pizza and beer fast and fresh while still enjoying the show. 10/10 for a fun night out!

I love coming here for live music. This venue does a great job of finding artists that can appeal…read moreto just about any music fan. the sound is always spot on. You do have to get there early to find a spot up front since most of this is GA. however, if you stand behind the mixing board there is a slight incline where you get a pretty good view of the band. the staff and security are friendly and seem to like their jobs. there is also a spot where you can order pizza and other food items to enjoy at the show.