This is a very nice theatre. It is cozy so all of the seats are good and the sound is great. The…read moreconcession stand has drinks and light snacks and when I went, the items were Hairspray themed. The audience interacted with the crowd and the actors were great! The location is ideal since you can park at the train station or surrounding area for free and there is a ton of restaurants on the same street. I will definitely be supporting this local theatre again

This was our first visit to New Village Arts Theatre, and the venue is charming. The staff was…read morefriendly and welcoming, and the space feels intimate and inviting. We attended a preview of Matt & Ben, which allows for tweaks during the show, though this performance ran uninterrupted. While the premise--Matt Damon and Ben Affleck before fame--was promising, the execution fell flat. More than once, we found ourselves waiting for it to end. Our party of four gave it a unanimous four thumbs down. Bottom line: great theater, disappointed with the show.

My 13 year old daughter has been at CPAA for about a year and a half now. Prior to that we were at…read morea classical ballet studio which she absolutely loved. When we switched due to moving, my daughter was at first upset because at age 11.5 she was about to start pointe at the other studio. What I really loved right away was how she was immediately evaluated to see if she was even ready for pointe. Ms. Shannon did a fantastic job explaining in great detail where my daughter had a few weaknesses in her ankles, and proper body alignment. She was given detailed notes on how to strengthen and correct things to get her ready to start pointe. As a mom new to dance all together, I would have never known this if I let the other studio just put her on pointe without evaluating to see if she is truly ready. My daughter really took a good understanding of this and followed the instructions to work hard to get herself strong enough. The process may have taken a little longer but we both felt so happy knowing she wouldn't be putting her body at risk by rushing into it. Now she's on her third pair of pointe shoes and progressing more and more every class. We are so happy here and love all of the staff. I'd highly recommend checking it out if you're comparing other studios. My daughter is very happy we switched after all. She's making new friends and loving the variety of classes too.

Girl calls me at 8 45 am I'm tired with a tooth infection. Daughter goes 6 times they charge me for…read more2 months and now try to hit me for a cancellation fee. 182.50 is not prorated with her either Card gets charged 2 times I'm over this place and not going back.

I wanted to leave a glowing review for the Oceanside Theater Company (OTC) for their amazing…read morecustomer service, specifically to "Margi". Back in September, I coordinated a group of almost 20 guests to attend "Trouble Man: feat. l Young" on October 4th. On the 1st, I tried to add more guests to our party but the event was no longer listed on their website. On October 2nd, we were provided unfortunate news that our show on October 4th had been cancelled as one of the female vocalists coming from out of town had caught pneumonia, and that sales of that particular show with 3 days to go were extremely low. But Margi was very communicative, and had processed our refunds in a timely manner, and was an absolute pleasure to deal with when I spoke with her to purchase our group tickets. I would patronize OTC again without hesitation, and look forward to seeing a future performance there. Kudos to OTC for amazing box office staff!

I can't speak to the quality of the adult productions, but as the parent of a child actively…read moreinvolved in San Diego community youth theater, I personally would not feel comfortable having my child perform here. I have significant concerns about the judgment and oversight surrounding youth productions, particularly when minors are cast opposite adults as romantic interests. I have also heard troubling accounts from members of the local theater community regarding how some young performers have been treated with little to no respect. Most concerning to me was a recent production that drew significant criticism over what many felt were inappropriate boundaries involving an adult and a minor in the cast. My understanding is that the directors involved were subsequently removed from the production following its closing dates. I was troubled that the circumstances were able to progress as far as they did before action was taken. When a theater works with children, I believe the owners and leadership have an especially important responsibility to know what is happening in productions operating under their name and to establish clear safeguards and boundaries for minors. In my opinion, the oversight in this situation fell far short of what I would expect from an organization entrusted with young performers. I sincerely hope the concerns raised by parents and members of the theater community lead to meaningful changes. Youth theater can be an incredible experience, but the well-being and safety of the children involved has to come before any production.

The Star Theatre and its classic neon has pulled my heart strings ever since I was a little kid. We…read moremoved to Oceanside last winter and over this last year we've loved driving by the theatre and have kept saying we need to see a show - so we finally did! We bought tickets for the youth production of Anastasia and dear lord, it was SO FREAKING GOOD. We both cried. The kids were freaking phenomenal! The design, costume, and talent was 10/10! We were so impressed with their passion, cohesive change of set, and from the littlest actors to the seasoned stars - they all absolutely rocked it. The theatre seats were comfy and the temperature was comfortable without needing a jacket. No photos/video are allowed during the production and everyone was respectful and followed the rules, which made for fully immersing in the performance. There were light refreshments available at intermission (chips, candy, waters, beer/wine). We caught the matinee and it finished just in time to catch happy hour at 333. We'll be back again!! If you're thinking about going, do it! The Star is celebrating its 70th this year, so a perfect time to join the fun!

First of all, I was expecting to see Joe Hisaishi perform but, instead it was a quartet performing…read moremusic by Joe Hisaishi. Did I feel scammed? YES! Did I enjoy the music though? YES! Fortunately, the musicians were all top notch professional musicians with peak level musicality other wise I would have walked out... MUSICIANS: Professional and their playing was very soothing. They even performed an encore at the end which was the Legend of Zelda... SERVICE: C+ I felt like I was entering TSA check in at the airport. Phones must be silent. I couldn't even have the screen on. Too strict for a small theatre... AMBIANCE: 7/10 you could hear fire trucks passing by in the background. Do they plan to leave the theater doors open throughout the entire performance? This is definitely very different from Carnegie Hall... I should have known better. Joe Hisaishi would not be performing at a little theatre like this one... I would steer clear!!!

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory was fantastic!! Witty and fun adaptation. Choreography,…read morecharacters and dance ensemble was amazing! This was our first time here. Staff and fellow guests were friendly. Lots of people helped us with directions around the theater. We parked in South Lot. Short paved walk to entrance. Note: Fixed chair seats have numbers on the seat. Grass reserved seats have the numbers on the ground. Lots of folks were initially confused. Ask the staff if you lost, they are very helpful. Lots of people brought their own food (some with full on dinners and dessert). You can buy food there also. We had lots of fun. We'll definitely come back and see other shows. Fun, fun, fun, and laughs.

Food venue change is a step backwards. Great facility otherwise. Not sure why they got rid of so…read moremany great food options. Of course, we'll be back but we might bring our own food next time. No more ice cream? This place is for kids too. Willy Wonka was an excellent show. Great performances all around.

I saw Once Upon This Island. Great show and very talented cast…read more Loved the choreography. And I overal thoroughly enjoyed the island vibe and heartwarming story. Will be attending another show later this year.

I saw Stranger Things Sings, which was a musical satire of the show. They basically do the whole…read moreshow from beginning to end on stage. It was fairly funny. They have audience people on stage whom they interact with, which was pretty rad. It was pretty entertaining all in all. The theater was pretty good. They have a small concession stand with some drinks and snacks. The sounds was pretty decent. They definitely need to get another bathroom in there though and maybe update the seating area.

Cute little community theatre! Performed in School House Rock here and came here to watch many of…read moremy friends performances while attending Carlsbad High. Although this isn't the most up to date auditorium it's quaint and holds a rich history. Many art showcases have been held here throughout the years and it just feels very family centered and down to earth. You'll definitely feel the intimacy of a show or performance when at this theatre. Loved all the shows I saw here.

A flawless hiphop performance of the non competitive groups seems more important than being kind to…read moredisabled participants, who furthermore are hidden in the back of the group for 1-2 performances a year, that are supposed to be just for fun.

The programs they have here are amazing. My daughters enrolled in a few of the things, and had a…read moreblast. And when you've done things over the years that you regretted signing your kids up for -- and have the kind of wonderful experience you've had here -- it makes you just wish every business was run this way. Everyone, from the front desk to the dance instructors, are nice and do their jobs well.

On our first visit to the intrepid theater company.....we saw the play...the quality-of-life. Here…read morefour very talented and balanced actors were directed by a cofounder of the theater group. The 1925 historic Carlsbad Village theater is very welcoming. Theater company is moving to a modern venue in the future. While it is still here, you can commute to the show by the coaster train and enjoy this very warm historic and tourist friendly part of Carlsbad. Plenty of parking at the train station directly across the street!

I honestly can't say enough good things about Cadence Dance Project! We originally signed up just…read moreto try one of their summer camps, and after the first week we were hooked. My kids absolutely loved it, and so did I! From day one, everyone made us feel so welcome. The owners truly care about every single child and put so much heart into creating a place where kids feel included, encouraged, and confident. You can tell this isn't just a business to them, it's a community. The studio is absolutely beautiful, the teachers and staff are so friendly, and I love that they're about so much more than just dance. They dance with purpose, teach great values, and are always finding ways to give back to the community. As a mom, finding a place where your kids are excited to go and where you know they're genuinely cared for is priceless. Cadence has become that place for our family, and it truly feels like home. We're so grateful we found it and would recommend it to anyone looking for an amazing dance studio!

My four granddaughters dance there, and they couldn't be happier; that's all they talk about! The…read moreowners and dance teachers are so friendly and talented. They make parents and dancers feel appreciated, and they celebrate dancers' individual growth. The recitals are very entertaining and enjoyable to attend. We are so lucky they are in Oceanside!