I came to this venue for the first time to see the play Always Coming Soon: The Future, after…read morewinning free admission for a friend and I from Yelp. The Performance Garage is on an otherwise empty block of Brandywine in the Art Museum Area. I arrived just before show time and it wasn't hard to find due to the thrown open doors and people milling about. You check in at a front desk (one person taking names for admission and another selling drink and food tickets (2 for $3 or 5 for $5). It was a bit hectic and crowded, but they made sure everyone got through and checked in before show time. The stage was close to the seats, and no matter where you sat at this theater you got a good view of the elevated stage. The acoustics were not spectacular, which forced the performers to use microphones. I understand this is largely a dance theater, so normally the acoustics issue wouldn't be as much of a problem. I liked the intimacy of the theater--the inexpensive nature of the food and drinks sold (one ticket for popcorn and soda, two for beers), and would definitely come back to see another show here. Review of Always Coming Soon: The Future I tried and tried to find a review of this play/musical online, but had no luck whatsoever. I saw that it was performed in a couple of different cities, but I could only find the show descriptor, no doubt provided by the playwright/composer. The description was incredibly cryptic and I had no idea what to expect at this show. The performance began once you walked past the lobby into the "garage." You were directed through a hallway with a zombie yelling things through a megaphone. Then you were deposited where more zombies were selling the refreshments, including fresh air (the first clue that the performance was taking place in some future dystopic society). I'm not totally sure that I followed the plot after that (perhaps others had this issue as well, hence no reviews). It takes place some time after 2022 after a huge world war that resulted in some people, but not all, becoming zombies. I would say that It was possibly commentary on our society's commercialism, genetic modification, Monsanto, belief in god (or the government) to do what is right for us without, environmental neglect, or obsession with focusing on the present and not thinking about the future. As a whole, for me, there were too many criticisms, with little focus on each, so you really only got "big picture" commentary. I would characterize the show as more of a performance than a play or musical. The actors did great work--the show required a lot of hamming it up to the audience--both physically and verbally, which requires a lot of talent and the performers did a spectacular job. It was an unusual experience, but I am glad I went and would be down to see another BRAT Productions show in the future.

We visited the Performance Garage for a private ballet lesson. I was able to take a quick tour of…read morethe venue to observe the performance room before we settled into the ballet room. The owner was there to teach a class and was cordial upon meeting us. I enjoyed the posters on the wall and hearing a bit of history about the facility. This is a great place for a private lesson, a group class, or a performance with a small audience. Parking, on the other hand, is on your own. Allow extra time to find a space.

This theater is super small but very clean and cute. The employee working on this date was so kind…read moreand friendly, and the prices are not too bad for tickets. I came here to see an older movie that was playing and it was really fun. The seats are decently comfy, though they're not recliners. They also will give you a discount for parking in the garage next door which is very helpful!

First time at this theatre for the 33rd Philadelphia Film Festival and it's in a great location (5…read moremin walk from Bourse). Staff is super friendly and helpful and the seats and very comfortable with cup holders.

Covid precautions are top notch and above requirements. Transparency on the website is clear about…read moretheir cleaning habits and air filters, etc. Checked for vaccination proof at the door *with* ID. Lovely staff who are pleasant and real -- leagues away from AMC! All that *and* they show the big blockbusters?? Total win!!

This is specifically about my experience with the upstairs microcinema, so take it as you will. Did…read morenot enjoy being accosted by an employee demanding to see our tickets multiple times despite the fact that we were clearly there to see a film -- it seems like they were trying to discourage anyone from just hanging out in the lobby despite having a full seating area near their bar, which was pretty disappointing considering we came during a heat wave and bad A.Q.I. where folks were encouraged to remain indoors. The quality of the theater itself was also pretty underwhelming, as their second screen is really just a rec room with a projector and choir risers. Add to that the fact that the film we saw was played at such a volume that I plugged my ears for half of it and I'm pretty disappointed, given my good experiences with their PFS East location in the past.

Is this one of the best venues in Philadelphia? No. But is it a great place to see a show?…read moreAbsolutely. It's a little bit rundown, a little dirty a little grimy in certain corners but it's such a great venue all that to be said. If you're used to a Wells Fargo center type of show, maybe this isn't your typical spot. The staff is friendly, security is usually quick and usually courteous though I've heard some horror stories, the bartenders are lovely. Price is at the bar are reasonable for a concert venue. I've seen seated shows and general admission at TLA and they all tend to operate the same and pack a full house.

WHAT?! How have I not reviewed you??!??…read more Okay, bear with me. Could the venue have more amenties? Sure. Could the ingress and throughways inside be managed better when the crowd is sardines in a can? Sure. Can every experience in life be "more" or "better" if we're being extra picky, eventually turning those same experiences into a sterile, "will never offend anyone," suburb-coded "I come into the city once in a while for a good show but I hate the parking situation" experience? Yes. But not the the TLA, no. The TLA is Philly as hell. It's not there to give you extra-wide seats or a pinky off the champagne glass kind of vibe. It's there to be affordable. It's there to connect you with all sorts of different people there to see the same great show. And it's there to remind you that sometimes, sticky sweaty is the way to go. In the TLA, we're rawdogging sweaty air and great acts. It's where you go to see the acts that come through town where everyone who shows up REALLY wanted to show up - the performers because they're not stadium famous, and the attendees because they love those same performers all up in their bones. Things might be tight in the venue, but there's always room for fun and dancing.

Very courteous staff. Small intimate venue, not a bad seat in the whole place…read more The show was awesome! Soo quirky and funny! I hope it becomes the next Hamilton.

My first and only visit (so far) was so see a phenomenal performance by the Philadelphia Gay Men's…read moreChorus @ their 2022 Holiday show. Relating to the theatre venue itself, I was stunned by the lighting, special effects and sound technology. The show itself was fantastic, but was made better by the SRT acoustics and lighting. Count me in for the next show here as the experience was truly exceptional.

Cool space to see this year's Sundance Shorts Series. Nice staff and fair pricing for tickets. I…read morehope to come back for a show or screening soon!

This is a unique and evergreen venue that adapts to whatever artist / act / DJ / event is…read moreexhibiting within its walls. Such a gem right off the Spring Garden stop, I attended a fantastic mixed poetry reading and open mic night back in October. They have two levels and there's bathrooms at the back and a couple of different ways to set up seats. The stage itself is the perfect size for a DJ setup or smaller show. I look forward to the next time I get to go back and support this eclectic spot - an obvious haven for artists and the entire scene here in Philly. Stay up to date via their Instagram and website - in all likelihood this spot will have something eye catching programed on any given week. Get there and support this institution and Philly artists!

My wife, father and I attended the Philadelphia Flyers vs. Seattle Kraken game here, and I can…read morehonestly say this was, without a doubt, the most entertaining sporting event we have EVER attended! We've been to a ton of hockey games, and I've personally been to plenty of other sporting events, but nothing has come close to this experience. If you're visiting Philadelphia, going to a Flyers game needs to be on your itinerary! First off, the fans here are the real deal. The passion for this team is incredible, and the atmosphere makes the entire game so much fun. Even though the Flyers were off to a rough start this season, they played with a ton of grit and heart, and I genuinely enjoyed watching them compete. You can tell the fans care deeply about this team, and that energy makes a huge difference. But let's be honest, the biggest highlight is GRITTY. We paid extra to sit in Gritty's Chaos Corner in Section 122, and it was 110% worth every penny. I don't care what anyone says: NO mascot comes close to Gritty. The guy is absolute comedy gold. My wife and I were laughing so hard our cheeks and abs hurt! He had us entertained the entire time, and I genuinely don't think I've ever laughed that much at a sporting event. Gritty took pictures and videos with everyone in the section and was especially great with all the little kids. He somehow manages to be completely ridiculous while still being incredibly entertaining and making sure everyone is having a good time. And despite what you might assume, there really is NO safe zone in that section! If you sit in Section 122, be prepared to get popcorn thrown at you and silly string shot in your direction. And I'm not even going to spoil what he does to bald guys, but trust me, it's hilarious! If you want this experience, make sure you purchase your tickets directly through the official Flyers website and look for Gritty's Chaos Corner. Beyond Gritty and the atmosphere, the arena itself was great. There were plenty of food options, some awesome merchandise, and a cool jumbotron that added to the overall experience. Everything came together to make this an incredibly fun night. Honestly, this was the highlight of our entire Philadelphia trip. We went in expecting a fun hockey game and walked away having experienced something genuinely unforgettable. Between the passionate fans, the Flyers playing with heart, and Gritty being an absolute legend, this was next-level entertainment. I cannot recommend attending a Flyers game at Xfinity Mobile Arena enough. And if you can swing the extra cost, DO YOURSELF A FAVOUR AND BOOK GRITTY'S CHAOS CORNER! You won't regret it. Gritty is an absolute national treasure, and Philadelphia should be proud to have him. For more food, travel, brewery, hockey, hotel, and destination reviews, check out our YouTube channel A&M Roam and follow along with Angela and Mike as we travel, eat, drink, hike, catch games, and goof around!

Room for improvement…read more Let's start with the bad. 1) Even with prepaid parking it is a shitshow. They didn't have parking availability at the event so I opted to park across the street in the Citizens Bank Parking Lot. The individuals who are directing traffic and letting you in do not do a great job. They were waving me to go around when that was not correct at all, luckily I pulled a U turn and had my car half way in the lot when he said pull in. He was legit trying to get me lost after I paid for reserve parking in that designated lot. 2)Went to Chickie's and Pete's ordered one basket of tenders with fries, another order of fries, and three cokes. Bill came to $78, when I asked for a breakdown, the cashier gave me a look like I had three heads and said they don't do that and handed my a receipt just with the total charge on it. The Venue itself presents well, and we had seats in section 113 center which made my first WWE event a very pleasurable experience. Now should I mention that three tickets at this level total almost $1,000? A very expensive night out to go to most events at the Xfinity Mobile Area. You do have Xfinity Live! within a few blocks with big screens and good eats, I would probably opt to watch events at Xfinity Live instead but if you're jonesing to see the event in person be sure to save up for the event. As always people SYOY!!!

I really enjoy the feeling of this place. The building is spacious, bright, and incredibly clean…read more The high ceilings and open layout make everything feel airy and comfortable, which is something I always appreciate in a museum. That said, it's not a museum packed wall-to-wall with exhibits. A lot of the space is dedicated to events, auditoriums, presentations, and gathering areas. It feels just as much like a civic and educational center as it does a traditional museum. On the first floor, there are interactive exhibits and staff members stationed throughout to answer questions and engage with visitors. There are often small craft activities for children too. During my visit, there was a project where kids could create items to send to soldiers, which I thought was a thoughtful touch. There was also a smaller exhibit focused on women's voting rights that I found particularly interesting and relevant. The theater presentation was another highlight. It combines a live performer with projections across the walls and floor, creating a more immersive experience than a standard museum film. If you've never seen that style of presentation before, it's definitely worth checking out. The second floor is probably the most visually impressive part of the museum. Seeing all the state and territorial flags suspended from the ceiling is striking, and the life-sized sculptural recreation of the Constitutional Convention is wonderfully done. I especially appreciated that visitors can walk among the figures and experience the exhibit from different perspectives. It's also accessible in a way that allows visitors with visual impairments to engage with the display through touch, which is a feature I don't see nearly often enough in museums. Plus, it's one of the best photo spots in the building. The facilities are also very well maintained. The bathrooms were clean, the common areas were spotless, and everything felt organized and cared for. One thing to know before visiting: there is a security screening at the entrance that's somewhat similar to an airport checkpoint. It's not nearly as intense or stressful as TSA, and the staff were professional and courteous, but it's worth knowing ahead of time if security lines aren't your favorite part of going out. Overall, I think the National Constitution Center shines most as a place for civic engagement, educational programming, and events rather than as a traditional artifact-heavy museum. Beautiful building, engaging presentations, and a welcoming atmosphere. Every time I visit, I end up enjoying myself more than I expected.

The vibe of this center was so realistic that I thought was fighting in the American Revolution…read more The movie in the theatre was very life changing and left a good message in my heart. When I walked into signers hall I was blown away by the silent signers of the Declaration of Independence. I went to stand by Mr Hamilton and we became best friends. When I walked to George Washington I tried to make small talk with him but he just stood there in silence awkwardly staring at me. I still absolutely loved this place and I would live here if I could.