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    Chris H.

    PROS Friendly staff The ticket line moves quickly to enter the building Inside bar with good list of choices Historical venue CONS Terrible seats!!! Narrow and almost no padding Chairs are crammed right next to each other (almost claustrophobic) Everyone in the row must standup or adjust legs so you can walk past I have no intention of returning due to the seat arrangements - ridicules!

    Security put their hands on me when I walked out with my drink. I told them that they legally cannot touch me, but their bouncer told me he had every right to touch me.

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    Fran V.

    Cool art deco theater to catch a concert. Street Parking was relatively easy as we got there a couple hours before the show and grabbed food at the adjoining Lounge. It worked out great because they check you in then and there so when the doors open to the show you can go straight in through the lounges back door straight into the theater. Most views were good as it isn't a huge theater. We were in row 26 which ended up being the last row and below the upper orchestra. The last 4-5 rows are at the same level, something to keep in mind because unless you are standing (we stood on our chairs as we were the back row) you will have a hard time seeing. There was a bar and some lounge seating upstairs as well as bars downstairs.

    Kimberli R.

    Great time seeing Rachel Maddow last night. Great venue with a full bar- although they did not have ingredients to make a Bloody Mary-shameful. I could hear and see the stage. There is food at a shop next door. I enjoyed a tasty margarita. The temperature was good and the bathrooms were clean. There was wheelchair access and places for people with disabilities to sit and enjoy the show. Get some Bloody Mary mix and I will be back soon!!

    Veronique C.

    Super cool venue in the heart of Boulder, just off Pearl Street. The place is intimate enough that the seats are never too far from the stage, still there is plenty of room to feel a great energy during a concert. You have to check out their website and see what's going on as they host concerts, films, conferences and much more. There is a bar in the lobby, and plenty of restaurants in the area. Parking is not a problem with public garages nearby. And the art deco façade is impressive!

    Crystal R.

    Yesterday I went to Boulder Theater and they have a new sound system in and it was amazing. The place was packed to see Yheti and everyone there from bar staff to security were working incredibly hard to give everyone a safe fun time. My drinks are always on point and I usually don't have to wait very long. I highly recommend seeing a show here!

    Ryan R.

    The box office was so friendly kind and heated room to pick up tickets great for the colder night. The security workers are always very pleasant and helpful and quick all while feeling safe still. You are welcomed into a building that has seen history with beautiful architecture and the photographic evidence on the walls signed by many of the amazing artists that have come through. There isn't a bad seat in the house at all each with an excellent view. I've never had an issue getting a great drink here from the hardworking bar staff. The mens room usually has spare facilities but the urinals are a little close together for a taller man like myself this is probably due to it being an older building. This place brings in some amazing talent from all over for both music and comedy and I always look forward to going with family and friends to this rocking venue ! I highly recommend you check this place out.

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    JB A.

    We saw Brandi carlile here and it was an amazing show in an amazing theatre. Sound quality excellent. Parking was simple, restaurants everywhere for a bite.

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    Love this place! Consistently good. Like the management and great bands. Not a bad seat in the house for shows.

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    I like that it's right off Pearl Street, so you can go out for dinner or drinks before you go to the show.

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    Limelight Boulder - Exterior of the hotel; view from road.

    Limelight Boulder

    3.3(6 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    This review is just for the branch of the CU Bookstore that is inside the ground level of the hotel…read morewith a separate street entrance. As long time residents and a faculty family, this branch of the bookstore does its Job. You will not find textbooks here or serious learning supplies but you can shop here when a conference visitor and take memorabilia for friend and family. You can even get CU branded notebooks and writing tools. But the section in clothing and Knicknacks js is extremely large and varied. Do stop in before you leave town. There is also a huge screen in the wall playing g film clips of campus and Boulder you may have missed. Staff was present and friendly a d the first time open when we stroked in. It's a holiday weekend full of visitors . What could be better?

    We attended a company party and spent the night…read more A new hotel is a nice hotel. Great location for CU Boulder. Staff were accommodating. Does not give an upscale vibe - not crazy over design, but that is more of a personal preference. Everything about it is just ok. There is a yellow Smeg mini frig in the room that sticks out and I just do not get it. The strip lighting above the curtain window was falling down. The ballroom design does not work and the food was inedible. Getting a drink at the Lobby bar is a feat of patience. All the seating including rooms is not comfortable - again bad design choices. They do have complimentary cookies made on site near check in which was nice and tasty. Staff warned to grab because they go fast and apparently not restocked.

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    Exterior of the hotel; view from road.

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    Colorado Chautauqua Association - Bandshell on the green for the event

    Colorado Chautauqua Association

    4.3(15 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    We had a preplanned excursion in/around Boulder for the wknd. Heard about this venue and checked…read moreout their concert list. Lo and behold, Tab Benoit (a terrific blues singer and guitarist) was performing Saturday night! Although it appeared sold out, we lucked into 6th row, just off center (on the aisle). At just under $70/ticket it was reasonable. Tab and his bandmates (drummer and bassist) put on a nonstop 90 minute show that really highlighted Tab's extraordinary guitar playing. He also crooned a few ballads in his signature raspy voice (though not enough in our opinion)! In terms of living/performing blues artists, Tab is among the elite. Checkout the 3 video snippets for a glimpse at his versatility. The quaint venue is amazing. At over 125 years old, t's officially listed as historic. And, despite being 50+ feet high, it is made almost entirely of red wood. That yields really warm acoustics that never harshly echo. A quick glance at the calendar and it appears there's something going on 5-6 days/week. Lots of free parking, though you might have to walk a bit, and likely uphill. They sell snacks and drinks at the venue (no bringing in your own). All purses do get checked. The concession prices are high ($6-8 for a single can of beer or a vodka-seltzer) but consistent/average for concert venues. Seats are reasonably comfortable (old movie-house-style, fold up/down, lightly padded) with a nifty cupholder on the back of the seat in front of you. Restrooms are off premises - yep, you gotta exit the auditorium and walk about 75 feet to a small structure that houses the men's/women's bathrooms. Your wrist band that you should have received upon entry, gets you back into the auditorium (don't exit without it)! Oh and maybe don't forget your ear protection - I brought some decent small ones from home and was glad I did, seeing how close we were. Upon exiting the venue it is a little dark along the various walkways to your car and your phone can light the path. Things are congested for about 15-20 minutes but it all moves slowly/surely because it's not massive like an arena or stadium. I can see why so many big names come here!

    This review is specifically for the Colorado Music Festival Symphony Orchestra. I have accompanied…read moremy son to three of these performances this summer, and I couldn't be more impressed. I played in wind ensembles and symphony orchestras as a youngster, but definitely fall in the category of amateur, at best. I do love a good night out at the performing arts, though. The orchestra this summer, led by Maestro Peter Oundjian, is exceptional. I can't remember a symphonic performance that was more intricately perfect in ensemble and intonation than the three I have heard this summer. That each individual performer could be put into a large group and perform as one in such an exceptional way is truly awe-inspiring. I'm going to hear the Dvorak tonight, and simply can't wait! For those who don't know, the Colorado Symphony is now fortuitous in being led by Maestro Oundjian, and under his leadership, I can only imagine that the sky is the limit! That said, there is something very special about driving into the Boulder country/mountains to this little auditorium in Chautauqua Park, with exceptional acoustics and an orchestra composed of some of the best musicians from around the country. What an absolute treat! While the Denver Center for the Performing Arts is a national treasure for us in Colorado, I promise you won't miss the traffic and parking fees of downtown Denver!

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    Hotel Boulderado - Passage between bedroom and bathroom

    Hotel Boulderado

    3.7(269 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    This is the most amazing place we've ever stayed! You don't even have to leave your hotel…read more Restaurants, cafe, multiple bars in every nook and cranny, comedy shows, live music. We will def be back!!

    Stayed at Hotel Boulderado in Boulder, Colorado and had a mixed experience. The hotel itself is…read morehistoric (over 100 years old), and that shows, particularly in the lobby. The rooms are very ordinary, not as they appear when you are booking. It's also in a great location--very close to the University of Colorado Boulder and walkable to a lot of shops and restaurants. The lobby is definitely the highlight--absolutely beautiful with intricate details, a vintage glass ceiling, and a grand, elegant feel that gives you a sense of the building's history. Our room was clean, and the bathroom was also well-maintained. The surrounding area felt safe, which we appreciated. That said, the room itself was a bit dark, which seems pretty typical for many American hotels. The biggest downside for us was the required valet parking. It meant we never really had easy access to our car unless we wanted to go through the hassle of requesting it every time. Because of that, we ended up just using Uber the whole stay. Personally, I would much rather just pay to park and have direct access to my own vehicle. To be fair, the valet staff were always very friendly and welcoming whenever we came and went. We also ran into some minor inconveniences--there didn't seem to be enough robes, towels, or washcloths available during our stay. Overall, it was fine for a short visit. The lobby is stunning and the location is excellent, but the valet situation alone would make me choose somewhere else next time.

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