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    4.3 (62 reviews)

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    Echo 2025
    Rachel H.

    Cirque du Soleil's Echo in San Francisco is a return to roots, highlighting the elements that make Cirque iconic. A mischievous clown duo anchors the show, supported by acrobats, jugglers, tightrope walkers, trapeze artists, hair hangers (how do they DO that?) and catapulting teeterboard acrobats. Having seen Cirque before, before purchasing tickets we read other reviews of this particular show, and the general consensus is Echo isn't their very best show--but it still delivers that sense of playful wonder that we turn to Cirque for. The acrobatic feats and performances are spellbinding. Echo incorporates ethereal vocal & instrumental music throughout: a highlight for us.

    Jenny X.

    Such a cool experience! Came here with a group of 4 and even though we didn't have our tickets due to a credit card error, the staff gave us even better seats and honored our discount. The performers are great and it's really an immersive show - I loved how different each act was, and no matter where you sit, you get a good 360 view of the stage. Probably one of the best circus shows I've seen and it's not tooo long. I was entertained the whole time.

    Raymond M.

    Cirque du Soleil was a solid experience, especially for anyone who appreciates athleticism, focus, and high performance art. The show featured a variety of impressive acts, including flips on the Neolttwigi, slack lining, duo hair suspension, human juggling, banquine, human crafle and multiple gymnastics-based movements, each stunt required an incredible amount of discipline, coordination and trust, and it definitely showed in the execution. The Double Trouble clowns were also a great addition, providing comedic relief throughout the dhow and keeping the audience laughing between acts. That said, I wish they had included a few more high risk or iconic Cirque staples, such as the wheel of death, cerceaux, or Russian swing, to really elevate the thrill factor. The seating was uncomfortable, similar to what you'd expect at a sporting event. Legroom and personal space were very tight. When people needed to get to their seats, they had to squeeze through a narrow space in front of you, and you're pretty much rubbing elbows with the people on either side. Food was okay. The popcorn was salty, the pretzel was fine, and the chicken tenders were also alright. Not bad, but not something I'd go out of my way to buy again in the future. Parking is available on-site, but we found a cheaper option by parking in the Chase Center parking garage, which was about a 10 minute walk from the venue. One last tip: the 25 minute intermission is when everyone rushes to the porter johns, and they get packed fast. Plan accordingly unless you're okay with waiting behind half the crowd.

    12072025 - my favorite act
    Cath M.

    **Echo @ 4:30 12072025 = 3.5 STARS** The cousins, plus my niece and I, went on a freezing Sunday afternoon/early evening. The 1 pm showing was just getting out when we were walking in, so it was a bit of a cluster getting around and finding parking. The wayfinding regarding parking and entrance wasn't as visible as the previous experience I've had ages ago. Thus, bring your patience when navigating around the area and or the Uber/Lyft services. The staff that day seemed exhausted from the check-in to security. I'm not going to fault them b/c such is life, but just keep that in mind. The toilet area needed cleaning. Again, after the 1 pm showing, so perhaps do the early show (lesson learned). It was a bit disgusting if you're OCD like my crew lol. The food selection (thankfull,y I saw the prices and menu prior) was really limited. I think it's best to eat dinner pre or after but since we had a 10 year old anda 6 year old, we ended up getting the chicken tenders that didn't come with fries (which was odd) and the beverage selection is really not the healthiest for kids so we opted to get one "supposedly" healthy slushy and water (which you can bring your own water bottle to refill which was really nice). The souvenir - oh boy - talk about sticker price shock! I always collect CDS magnetics, so I got one, but wow, it was $15, and my niece wanted the whale toy...the total was about $40 plus tax. I asked the cashier if it was made of gold, and she laughed, and I said, "Hooray for tariffs, huh?" She laughed even more. That was an experience lol. Now for the show... it was definitely not the best I've seen. The first half full full-packed, but the second half felt like it was rushed and bleh. It was still an experience, but I wished it were more balanced in acts. One complaint: for the parents who want to see it but their kids do not, please listen to your kids. I had a mom next to me with 2 kids, and one wanted to see it, and the other was adamant about not being there. Therefore, the kid who didn't want to be there acted out. So much so that she was kicking and complaining the whole time, and the mom was "oblivious" to the meltdown of her child. COME ON! I got kicked, and it was loud. Of course, the mom acted like nothing had happened. It just ruined the experience for me. Completely obnoxious behavior so hopefully you won't be seated to such behavior when you go.

    Harshit s.

    Mesmerizing story and colors to loose yourself into. Superb and coordinated performance with flawless execution. Takes you to a whole new world with them.

    Kristine K.

    Echo was a beautiful show with wide variety of performances. I was able to reserve affordable $11 parking 15 min walk away via SpotHero. The seats are small and packed together so probably not the best for those who need more room. The music was loud so we were glad that we brought earplugs. I run warm so was pleasantly surprised that the inside temperature was comfortable, and I saw others around me took off their jackets & layers on this cold winter night. Enjoyable experience!

    RamonaEliza D.

    I am an avid fun of Cirque du Soleil having to have seen every show in Las Vegas. So when they come in my town I just have to go see. I look forward every Christmas season when their travelling productions shows up in town and I feel it's one of the perfect way to celebrate the season so I bring my family to go see with me. When their in town, you bet yea I'm going to see them. ECHO is not one of the shows that I have yet to see, so I was super excited! As always the process getting there is flawless. It gets packed even in parking so we uber! And eventhough the line gets packed the crew are always very proficient and we get through inside the big top without issues. They have light snacks available like chicken tenders, hotdogs, popcorn etc and a bar for cocktails. I also love their souvenir and merch shop as I tend to purchase a magnet and a mug to add to my collections. When we got to our seats, it was just wonderful as I made sure I paid for good seats where it was close enough to see the show up front and easy to get up if we needed to step away. When the show began, as always it was breathtaking. From the costumes and make up, the expertise of the performers, the stage design and lights overall phenomenal! We enjoyed our time and experience and we would definitely watch more shows of their again and again.

    Wheel of Death performance
    Spencer L.

    We went to this show, Kooza, at the Oracle Lot off Mission Rock St in SF. I have been to Cirque shows before in Vegas but, this was my first time going under the big tent. I knew the performances would be amazing but, I was also pleasantly surprised with the facility. Performance: 5/5 The performances were absolutely amazing. Each one was an incredible display of strength, technique and precision. There were also portions of the show and before the show where some of the performers interacted with the audience and they were hilarious and engaging. An added bonus that I did not realize going into the show, was that they play all the music for the show live. The music and the musicians were amazing! Facility: 5/5 I'm giving this a 5/5 because for a big tent, this was nicer than I was expecting. The portable bathrooms were clean and secure. They weren't the typical outhouses like you find at a fair or concert. The main lobby area had seating areas you could hand out in while you had your drink or snack. They also had outdoor seating areas. They had a lot of employees working the snack areas, so the lines moved quickly. The main seating area had a good amount of seats, but it was intimate enough that any seat in the house was a good seat. Parking: 5/5 Anywhere in the city in this area you can expect to pay $30-40 for parking. We used spot hero and got parking in Oracle Lot A. It was the main parking lot for this show. The actual lot was in on a port area and it was very secure. They had security checking passes prior to you being able to even enter the area to get to the lot. It was also reasonably priced for this area. We paid $30. This was the first time we brought our kids to a show like this and it was a great experience for all of us. If you have the chance to see it, I highly recommend it. It is in SF until 3/17 and then I think they move to San Jose.

    Shane S.

    I went to see Cirque du Soleil recently with my Sangha ranging in ages from 15 to 86. We went to see the Kooza show. This was my second time seeing Cirque du Soleil as has been many moons and enjoyed then. I enjoyed it still. Great show and the folks performing are the best at what they do. Fun show and recommended!

    Kooza!  Great show
    Winnie W.

    Great Show Kooza! at the Oracle Park Parking Lot A under the big tent. Hint: There is really no bad seat for this venue, as the theatre is quite small. Look for seats that will allow you to view from the center, and it doesn't matter if you are "way back there"... because you're not. With this small theatre, I would recommend center seat vs. side seating even if you're closer. As always, Cirque du Soleil delivers a great show and this one is friendly for all ages. Excellent thrills, movements, acrobatics, performance and humor. All staff were friendly and helpful through and through. There is a 25-mins intermission. Snacks and drinks were outrageously priced. $10 for a plain hot dog, $12 for a bag of popcorn, and drinks (beer or wine) that start at $16.

    Cirque du Soleil KOOZA
    Mike R.

    We celebrated Valentines on February 18, 2024, at Cirque du Soliel Kooza, and it was a very memorable adventure in San Francisco. We are "Veterans" of the Cirque Du Soliel troupe and have seen at least 10 shows in San Francisco and Las Vegas during the past 20 years. We have seen The Beatles Love, O, KÀ, Cavila, OVO, and others. This Cirque du Soliel Kooza show is very intimate, upbeat, and magical. We went during a Sunday matinee, which was our first day time performance during the Winter season. It was special to have families with small children in the audience. The children's laughter, screams & giggles added a special dimension to the prefomamce. Precious. Kooza story shares a simple innocence adventure of fantasy. "KOOZA is an innovative journey viewed through the perspective of The Innocent, an endearing yet naïve clown looking for his place in the world. A mystery item is delivered to The Innocent one day when he is flying his kite. The self-discovery journey of The Innocent, who is miraculously transferred to a bizarre but exotic world, is followed in KOOZA under the watchful eye of an enigmatic trickster" The acrobatics stunts, talented high wire "dare devils" make the audience gasp with delight! The playful ballet intertwine with a beautiful live orchestra and humor! Highly recommend for Valentines, birthday or celebrating life!

    Judy F.

    KOOZA! What a phenomenal show! As usual, Cirque de Soleil entertained us with amazing acrobatics, awe inspiring balancing, crazy flexibility, sheer strength and live musical performances with beautiful singing. And clowns. Who just made us laugh. It had been years since I attended a Cirque du Soleil show and even longer since it was one under the Big Top. And I'm glad the seats are more comfortable now in the tents!

    Michelle P.

    What an awesome experience! I've seen the set up many a times in my trips into the city, but didn't realize the magnitude of the set up until I walked into the big tent. From the outside, the space they take up seems small. The show was cute and family friendly. There were scenes that may be considered as dark to shine people, but overall I thought there was an element of the show that appeal to the majority of the audience. There were a few cons, the seating is tight and small. A larger sized person by all definitions would not be at all comfortable sitting through the show. I appreciated the intermission time as it gave me a moment to stretch out. We were all packed in line sardines. The side seats that we were in were obstructed, but we still managed to get most of the show view. If I decide to attend again, I would definitely pick center stage seats.

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    4.4(349 reviews)
    1.5 miUnion Square

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    I discovered this charming little theatre by accident when I saw that "M. Butterfly" (Madame…read moreButterfly) was playing here for a whole week during a very convenient time. I had always wanted to see this classic story on stage so I jumped at the opportunity. It is a small theatre so chances of a sold out show is high; definitely purchase tickets early. It is a small theatre hidden within the Kensington hotel on the second floor. There is a small bar area on the main floor of the theatre. Bathrooms were nice and clean. The front row of the balcony are the best seats and offers a perfect view of the stage; you can see everything as well as have a clear view of the actors' faces and the emotions. I think any row beyond the accessible seats you might have some obstruction from heads and may need to lean forward a little to see what's happening. I'd love to see more shows here. M. Butterfly had an excellent cast. The play was moving and enhanced so much history, culture, politics, romance, drama, gender, and sexuality.

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    Hidden two floors below China Live Restaurant on Broadway Street is an entertainment space called…read moreThe Speakeasy (also the Palace Theater). I went to see a show " Italiani Veri "  last night. Fabulous cabaret-type show with performer Arianna. She's a true (veri) Italian from Milan who sang, danced and explained Italian culture as part of the entertainment. She has an amazing voice! She could have been a finalist at the San Remo Music Festival - the most famous singing festival in Italy. She fessed up saying she had been an Italian Mouseketeer! The venue has a bar/lounge to enjoy cocktails then a few steps down further is the theater. You need to be mobile since there are a lot of steps. Seating is first come-first serve. I have to admit that seating is quite tight. You are shoulder to shoulder with your neighbors. Get cozy folks. They typically have magic shows here! If you want to see a historic night club, this would be the venue to come to and enjoy a show. Italiani Veri show was a real treat! Highly recommend it!

    My hubby and I had an amazing time!…read more We attended the 8P show for: We Call It Jazz, A Journey to The Heart of New Orleans. I bought our tickets through FEVER and got the rail seating. Very good view From entering to sitting down, we were well taken care of I had bought two tickets online but when checking in, it only showed one- I pulled up my ticket and the usher at the front quickly apologized and got us situated I really appreciate the quickness Everyone was super friendly We stopped by the bar before the show started and got some drinks Music was spectacular One of the best live shows I've got to experienced Definitely made me want to check out their other events 10/10 phenomenal!

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    Incredibly fun and very inexpensive. Beware, outside a sign just says "better than therapy" which…read moreis a comedy club in an adjacent room at the same address. Also it was good that we got there a bit early in time to get drinks (a nice large selection). Small to moderate intimate theater with very talented keyboard player who "improvised the music" with each skit all night long. "Actors" were very personable and talented--so much fun--we will reco to all SF friends and family

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    4.1(79 reviews)
    3.8 miMarina/Cow Hollow

    Went to the Palace of Fine Arts Theater for the first time last week for a comedy show. We got…read morethere an hour before the show began to walk around the area (so beautiful) & because we had issues with our tickets and needed to go to will-call. Turns out that everyone had to stand in this will-call line to get physical tickets even though they were purchased online. Seemed odd, however, show up early to avoid the line and enjoy the scenic vibe around before the show. There's free parking (after 4P I believe) super close to the theater-- literally steps. We had to lock up our phones in a pouch for this specific event but it's so beautiful indoors as well. They had a bar area that many people enjoyed. Bathrooms are a bit crammed but nothing new to venues. It's a more intimate venue. It reminds me of a large college class room. Each seat seems like a great view, even last row. We found our seats easily, space between seats are more spacious than other places, no cup holders sucks but you can put your drink under the seat if needed. Audio and lighting was good & I look forward to checking out future events here.

    Loved the cozy, intimate nature of this venue and comfortable seatings…read more We visited for the Demetri Martin Quick Draw Tour, and it was a perfect size for a standup comedy show. Demetri was able to engage with the audience in ways that aren't typically possible in a larger venue (like the Masonic). Note that the venue can be hard to find, especially if the event was advertised as being at the "Palace of Fine Arts." The Theater is around the corner, and there are very limited signs. Like many reviewers, we spent time wandering around trying to find the entrance. It is on the west side of the venue, not near the famous dome. If you're driving/Ubering, be sure to enter the destination as the Theater, and not just the Palace of Fine Arts, as the entrance are on opposite sides of the property. There is very limited food and drink offered, and you're not allowed to bring any food into the auditorium (covered drinks are allowed). This was a bit of an inconvenience for a show running 7-9pm right during dinner time. We were hoping for at least some popcorn for during the show. Bathrooms are small and awkwardly laid out, leading to long lines, confusing, and tight spaces. This is made worse by the fact that each row is ~50 seats across with the only aisles on the ends - this makes it very hard for anyone not seated on the very ends to leave during the show to go to the restroom. As a result, there was a massive rush to the restroom after the show and a 20 minute wait for the men's restroom (I shudder to think how long the women's line was.

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