Finally had the opportunity to come to this theatre that I've heard great things about! This is a…read moresmall and unassuming indie theatre off P Street and 19 in Midtown. It is super easy to pass by without noticing, but look for their purple door and sign with movies playing. The inside seats 26 people, they serve popcorn, candy, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. They play classics/older movies, foreign films, and new indie films. The movie is played off a projector and I didn't find the seats uncomfortable, they are basic theatre seats. I came to celebrate my friend's birthday party and she was able to rent out the theatre which was so fun! The worker was so nice and helpful, we were able to bring in food and drinks for the party and were all given our own individual bowl of popcorn. Will definitely come back to see more films!

This tiny theater is a wonderful treat!…read more Nestled in downtown, this cinema is a victorian style house transformed into a 20 person projector and screen cinema- equipped with popcorn, drinks, candy, some beers and seltzers, and yes, bathrooms. They play all the classics and then some! The staff is so friendly and their before the movie credits are not to be missed. A quaint theater with big heart, don't miss the curtain call!

I have been to the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium too many times to count - starting from seeing…read morethe boy band 98 Degrees back in 1999 to visiting for my nephew's high school graduation yesterday! I have seen many concerts here and even comedy shows! They even had a big boxing match last weekend! I love the nostalgia of the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium - it feels old timey but still updated and not run down. There are 3 levels, but not a bad seat in the house! They sell food and drinks during normal shows, but of course they are still pricy like most concerts are! Staff is questionable - most are nice, but then some take their jobs a little too seriously if you know what I mean. Since the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium is downtown, you have the problem of downtown parking. You can be lucky with street parking, but there are also parking garages nearby. I also like that the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium is surrounded by restaurants too - so you can grab a bite before or after an event. I'm sure I will be back again soon! Check them out!

Some buildings just hold memories, and this one holds a lot of mine…read more I've lost count of how many times I've walked through these doors. Graduations where I watched people I love cross that stage. Concerts that gave me chills. Comedy shows where my face hurt from laughing. Even a few boxing nights where the whole room was on its feet. Different events, different crowds, but the feeling walking in is always the same. The first thing you notice is the architecture. It's historic and genuinely beautiful, the kind of place that makes an ordinary Tuesday night feel like an occasion. They don't build them like this anymore. Every time I look up at the details, I appreciate that downtown Sacramento has held onto something this special. What keeps me coming back, though, is the people. The ushers are warm and welcoming, the kind who actually seem glad you're there. Security is professional and on top of things without ever making you feel watched. You're in good hands from the moment you arrive. The sightlines are wonderful too. It's an intimate room, so wherever you sit you feel close to the action. A tip if you end up in the upper balcony: the seating up there is wooden and runs a little smaller, so it's cozier, but the view is still great and there's a charm to it. If you want to catch an event in the heart of downtown, you really can't do better than this. It's a treasure, and I'll keep coming back for many more memories.

I visited Sacramento a couple months ago for a reading series called Stories on Stage. I was…read moreinvited as an author for the 2022 season, and as I'd never seen my work performed before, I decided to make the trip from Los Angeles. It was a cool event, with two performances of written pieces read aloud by local actors. If you live in Sacramento, I'd highly recommend this series, as it's well run and well attended, with booze and books available on the premises. The show took place at the CLARA auditorium, a performing arts space that seems to be available for community events like this one. It was spacious, with a small stage and plenty of room for folding chairs and a bookselling area. Acoustics were good, and the show was fantastic, though I'm certainly biased. My only complaint is that it was freezing after the sun went down. It was a mistake to wear a dress instead of pants and maybe a blanket. Anyway, if you're looking to rent a stage or attend a cool event, definitely check out the CLARA Auditorium. If I lived in Sacramento, I'd keep an eye on the calendar.

Lovely little venue with some interesting community events, I'm going to be sure to keep an eye on…read moretheir calendar. I've been to a couple of their stories on stage events and had a great time. I hope they add more events to their repertoire. The only issue with the space itself is that it's fairly susceptible to the weather (stuffy when it's hot out, chilly when it's cold out), but it makes up for that in charm.

I've been attending Broadway Sacramento (formerly known as Broadway Series) musicals here for the…read morepast decade, as well as the Music Circus. Basically these are the national/domestic/U.S. touring companies -- so not truly "community" theater as the venue name might suggest. My first show at CCT was Les Miserables, actually. In the Heights, West Side Story, Wicked, Avenue Q, Starlight Express, Mamma Mia!, Chicago, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Jersey Boys, Phantom of the Opera, Rent, and Spring Awakening...One of my favorite non-musical shows I've seen here was Kristen Chenoweth in concert (the original Glinda from Wicked, and Pushing Daisies, GCB, etc.). So awesome. ...anyway, I've sat in all the different seats: orchestra near the front, rear orchestra, balcony front row, balcony boxes, and second grand tier. If you can, splurge on seats in the orchestra level (middle to front) for the best acoustics and views. The rear orchestra is fine if you care more for listening to the show or focusing on the bigger picture/staging than seeing the particular actor's faces so much. The balconies aren't stacked on top of the orchestra as far forward as in other theaters, but the box seats are roomier for sure. Be aware that the front row of the balconies does have a bar/railing to help people walk across, but can hinder the view of the stage once you're actually sitting down. The staff is pretty friendly and helpful with finding seating, will call tickets aren't a problem, and tickets by phone are easy too. For all the ladies out there, here's a tip. Instead of waiting forever in the lines for women's restrooms inside the Community Center Theater, make sure to bring your show ticket with you, exit the rear of the building and use the bathrooms at the adjacent Sacramento Convention Center Complex. Parking-wise, I usually use the Capitol Garage at 10th and L Streets and it never exceeds $5. I really wish that they had a marquee at the entrance to the theater along L Street instead of just in front of the Convention Center along J Street. They've improvised with banners across the building, or the parking the tour busses/bigrig trucks in front of the theater, with a few posters in the glass display cases in the lobby. The newer format of the seasons (fewer shows, shorter runs) isn't ideal, and there have been a few technical difficulties (mics and set pieces) but I am still a faithful patron. Sacramento has a "little sister" stigma because what city can measure up to San Francisco? SF is an amazing (and amazingly expensive) place, and as a Sacramento resident and theatergoer, sure SF shows are great too (you know you're in a pricey seat when the teeny old theaters have renovation fees included in the price and legroom is on par with coach airline rows, and the balconies already cost $50 minimum) but only once in awhile for my wallet/budget's sake. Go see a show at the Community Center Theater, at least once. 2013-2014's lineup (November-June) includes Priscilla, Buddy, Flashdance, Blue Man Group, Sister Act, and Wicked.

This was my first year being a season holder to 5 great musicals and looking forward to the next 5…read more The musicals are a great way to enjoy with family and the performances are GRAND! Arrive early to find parking on the street or garage parking like 17&L $2 after 6apm. They sell beverages and specialty musical theme drinks , snacks and musical souvenirs. My favorite shows I've seen was RENT & Les Miserables

This is a cute little very personal theater. The place is hidden and kept very clean ( bathrooms…read moreincluded ) and the staff is very nice and helpful. We watched 3 torch trilogy and it was very good. The actors wonderful and so was the props. Can't wait to return to see what will be next.

Went to see The Taming- the acting was right on! Great comic timing and interaction between the…read moreactors. Nice small theater made for an intimate experience. Such a pleasure- I'll be keeping an eye on their calendar so I can go to the next show!

The Joe Hisiashi (Studio Ghibli) program at the California Railroad Museum was beautiful!…read more Highly recommend Section A for the best experience, Section C was cheaper but it doesn't have as good a view of the stage and the candles.

This was my first candlelight concert and it delivered! Having it at the Railroad Museum made the…read moreexperience even more magical. I wish it were longer, and perhaps a coat check?

I had heard a lot of wonderful things about this center from my friend/coworker and I finally got…read morethe chance to atop by for an event. My friend was reading her original poetry, and it was also open mic night. The inside of the center is small, but cozy and authentic to the community that has built it and uses it. It's located in this courtyard area where other centers are as well. The event was great, I loved hearing the different styles of writing the artists brought. Some poems were romantic, some melancholic, one was in both Spanish and English. The artist's personalities came through in the readings and the supportive energy of the crowd was beautiful. You can tell that so many of the people in attendance are regulars and care deeply about the art and each other. I would come back and I recommend coming to support the center!

Met a friend here for an art show/ poetry event. It was ver small. Not much going on here. Maybe I…read morecame on a slower day. It was hard to find and very limited parking. My friends show was nice. The art was displayed very well and the poetry was awesome. But there's not too much to say about this place. It has a nice lighted up tree inside which helped with the atmosphere but that's about it.

This annual event, held at the Colonial Theatre in Sacramento, was such a pleasure to attend this…read morepast Saturday. The parking lot was full in the early afternoon, but we had no problem finding street parking a couple blocks away. The host, Mr. Lobo, was charming and funny before and after sets, and engaged the audience during the tribute to Bloody Bethy (Bethany Hidden), a beloved member of the theater and arts community. I love independent flicks, and I love horror, so this collection of short films was such a treat. About 99 percent of the films were amazing... creepy, chilling, weird, unique. And my fave, The Parcel, was the ideal comedy horror to wow the crowd. Even better, the creator came up on stage afterward and shared his inspiration for his work. It was really good! The all-day event was spaced out nicely, with 30-minute breaks following each 2-hour long set of short films (4 programs total, the last one shorter than the others). And actors and filmmakers of some of the showings spoke on stage in between programs. The sound system and light setup were nothing special, but sufficient and effective for the most part. And there was a concessions stand in the lobby selling basic movie theater snacks, as well as a food truck in the parking lot. We had a lot of fun, and wouldn't hesitate to return.

This event is a hoot. Very well curated set of films are shown that explores the subgenres of…read morehorror. Some were cute, funny, creepy and/or gory. One of the best things about this genre is how creative and outside the box it can be. The host was great and theater was just the right size. The only problem was the sound engineering and equipment. The audio setup was way too small for the room and wasn't tuned well. We had a great time and it was obvious that the event draws an awesome and diverse crowd.