Me and my girlfriend came here for the DoKnow show on Thursday night and it was AMAZING especially…read moreMr. Jamie Birdman. At first we didn't know that he was a comedian and performing that night until he went up there but we just thought he worked there as a regular employee not also as a comedian lollll. But he gave me and my party an awesome drink recommendation that I will be using when I'm at home and out somewhere else. I'm from sacramento so to have him recommend a drink and also be a comedian performing as well just made my experience there more amazing and I will forsure be going back there again‍

Came for the Ms. Pat Show Line moved fast…read more Food was good Drinks were good They explained to order promptly due to large audience

I went to check out the show, as they are coming to our Business as entertainment... and wow, I…read morewill do this again and again... Soooo funny... sooo fun... I have to go again and again, just to learn what all the GAMES are....! Highly recommend, just good family fun... have dinner and this show - BEST date ever!! JOAN

ComedySportz is a local comedy club where you can enjoy a night out with some laughs and…read moreentertainment. They have a fairly large parking lot, otherwise you can park in the next lot by the bowling alley. Popcorn, candy, water, & soda can be bought at the concession stand. Come check them out!

Took my best friend here as a surprise for her birthday and, seeing that anything goes in improv, I…read morewasn't sure whether the show would be funny or not... I was so far off. Brick House was AMAZING, each actress had so much wit and fire in her that both our stomachs ached from laughter. We spoke with some audience members before the doors opened and they were equally as anxious as us. In the middle of the show, I looked around to spot them in the audience and found them cackling in a crowd of grins and hoots. I have to credit not just the cast, but also our ENTHUSIASTIC and hilarious host as well as the energetic crowd. I'll definitely drag more people with me next time, bring out those extra chairs!!! Come early and mingle with the crowd a bit. And if you have some time to spare, check out the thrift store right next to the theatre!

I came here with a small group of friends on a Friday night for a performance by the AIT players…read moreand absolutely loved it. The 'AIT players' group comprises of a mix of seasoned performers, instructors and folks who have just mastered the art at the workshops held at the theatre. The performances were spontaneous, quirky and innovative and while some of the joked didn't land as well, we felt that the performers were true to the original "improv" art form and did not try to fallback to a standard template or deviate from any suggestions provided by the audience. I had the chance to volunteer as a part of a quick skit and had a blast. It's worthy of a callout that the show comprised of close to 6 different short-skits/ games within a span of 75 minutes and that speaks volumes about the hard work put up by these folks. As a group, we had the chance to hangout with the crew after the show and talk more about their experiences which seemed to be a refreshing change from some of the other shows I've been to. Jeff Ringgold, one of the instructors of the workshop was also present at the show and an absolute delight to speak to. Other details and callouts - There's sufficient street parking along with reserved parking right behind the theatre. - While there isn't a full bar inside the theatre, they do serve beer, wine, water and non-alcoholic drinks. - The theatre is a fairly small and private space but big enough to host large groups of people. - Each show is close to 75 minutes inclusive of a 5-10 minute break.

This is a cool little comedy show happening monthly at an interesting barbershop and event space in…read moredowntown SJ, Mysterieux. We came by on Saturday night, an intimate setting with the smell of hair products in the air, and just a few rows of seats facing a tiny makeshift stage against the wall. The listed showtime was 8pm, but it started about 15 minutes later. A faulty sound setup made it hard to hear the comics, namely the location and direction of the single speaker in the room (according to my bf who's a sound technician). Volume was fine, but there was a severe lack of clarity for those speaking softly into the mic. Only performers who projected their voice or spoke away from the mic could really be heard, which was only a couple of them. The headliner, Xander Beltran, was hilarious. And who knows, maybe if the sound in the venue was clearer, the others would be funny too. But that wasn't the case this past weekend, so it felt like 5 out of the 6 or so performers bombed it on stage, including the host and co-creators (the audience can't apprehend and laugh at your jokes if we can't understand what you're saying). An easy fix, if they can figure it out.

Had a great time at the show. It's a pretty small space so really intimate, but if that's what…read moreyou're into it's great. Also it's right next to San Pedro for some food and drinks after. I'm glad they're putting good use to the space we have downtown, and I got to speak with Rod the owner later after the show as well. The comics were good and the headliner was great.

Great regional theater. Good variety of plays…read more Good acting. I am always impressed with the staging.

Good people. Friendly atmosphere. Easy parking. Professional grade productions. Talented acting,…read moresinging, musical accompaniment. Affordable. Been there several times, for years.

My partner and I took the beginner sampler class and I loved it! Our instructor Sean was very…read morecompetent and created a very warm and welcoming space to learn and have fun. We went through a series of exercises that built on each very well and along every step of the way, there was a new lesson on the art of improv. I was having so much fun, the two hours of class quickly flew by! We also went to their Laugh Track City show later that night and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The cast was super creative and engaging with the audience. I was entertained with every performance and haven't laughed so much and so hard at a comedy show!

Wow, wow, wow what a show! This was a special one since it featured the 3 founding members Bobby,…read moreSean, and Ben. They are all very different so makes the show so entertaining. These guys go on stage 'without a parachute' and the situations they create along with comedic intelligence keeps you engaged in laughter and 'did he actually say that'? The show is so inexpensive that you JUST GOTTA GO. Such a great night out even for retired people. Don't forget there are classes for children adults, and the would be great for a corporate off-site. The classes really help you be more flexible and comfortable with new and different situations. Show this theatre some love and go to the next show.

I live in the area and passed by a couple times. My cousin…read moreand I wanted to go somewhere low key to catch up and have a drink so we came to The Note Lounge. It was quiet, but our bartender Stephanie was so friendly and made our drinks perfectly. By 9pm at started picking up and there was a DJ, music and people dancing--it overall was a really fun time!

My bf and I live in the area and wanted to check out this neighborhood bar. We were hesitant since…read morethis seems like an older crowd, according to the limited pics/reviews. We went anyways and it was so wholesome! It was very lively on a Friday, they had a DJ and then karaoke later in the night. It was cool to see like a community in there, and everyone getting along. If you're younger, live in the area, and bored - doesn't hurt to come check it out!

So lucky to have one of the few indie theaters in the Bay Area, in San Jose…read more 3Below has excellent indie film curation. The customer service is superb. And the snack bar has reasonably priced goodies! The cherry on top? FREE VALIDATED PARKING FOR UP TO 3HRS!! I'll be seeing 3Below soon, again!

Full disclosure, my friend put this place on my radar. I am a bit of a setting snob, and by this I…read moremean: give me leather seats, give me reclining chairs, and if my seat warmer isn't working, I'm going to be upset. But that's merely because life is uncomfortable and I am intentional about finding cozy pockets of joy. This theater is not updated with the fancy seats, but what it lacks in that it more than makes up in charm, service, and community cultivation. Visiting 3Below reminded me that venturing out of that corporate capitalist bubble of perceived coziness would put me in a vibrant hub of social awareness. This is where you go to see the Documentaries IG mentions, but no theaters seem to have times for. This is where you can catch live performances on the same stage that you'll watch a thought provoking film. And, as the manager/owner of the fiercest security dog I've encountered mentioned, THIS is where you could learn to tap dance. Now, I'm hoping this could be a location for some line dancing in the near future, because I think Sofa Streetfair could be the place for some of this, and 3Below seems the perfect hub for practicing. But, what a cute location, and I'm told it's locally owned, too. I didn't actually fact check that, so my apologies if I'm spreading misinformation here. I'm just doing my best to sell you on falling in love with this alternative theater as much as my friend has...I'm converted and I'll definitely be back.

I grew up attending the theater and I consider myself very lucky. Community Little Theater in…read moreAuburn, Maine is still around today. I had two brothers who both performed in the theater and one of them is still teaching theater arts now. I usually attend the Broadway musicals at the San Jose Performing Arts Center a couple of times every year and I go alone. John is not a fan of musicals. But he agreed to go to a play last year in SF with me and he enjoyed it. So, when we saw the synopsis of "Running After Shadows," we decided to check it out. The second I walked inside, City Lights Theater reminded me of those wonderful memories I had as a teenager at Community Little Theater. City Lights is smaller than I'm used to but I loved its compact, intimate space. Every seat seems to be a good one and comfortable as well! I loved that the manager spoke to the audience before the show and that they pick a non-profit to donate to that matches with the theme of the play. They also have a little get together after every performance. They have refreshments and you have the chance to talk to the actors. We didn't stay afterwards but maybe next time. John surprised me by wanting to get tickets for the next show. Maybe I can get him to try musicals one day...

It's All an Act…read more Foreword: So, it turns out I kind of like plays. I mean, I recall enjoying watching theater friends perform at school and college back in the day, but I've never actually gone out to see a real live play with professional actors. Anyway, if you're on the fence about coming to see one, then you should definitely do it once. And if you really dig it, do it twice. :) OK, onto the review... The City Lights Theater Company has been supporting local actors and theater makers for forty-five years (ca. 1982) now, and have been in this space since 1991--despite a looming threat from developers... The Good: *Very small intimate venue of ±100 seat theater. There is no bad seat in the house, as even in the back row you still feel like you're practically front row. *Tickets are fairly inexpensive at ±$50-80/ea with season passes available. There's also afternoon matinee shows available for us old farts. *Staff was very friendly *They have a small snack bar and even serve wine *A chance to interact with the performers at the end of the show. *We watched "Running After Shadows" by Vincent Terrell Durham and it was excellent. Great story telling, fantastic acting, and it takes the crowd on a wild range of emotions. The Meh: *Street Parking only but it's free on the weekends. The Ugly: *They must start cutting onions in there at some point, cuz I swear my eyes started watering for no reason. That's right. No reason whatsoever. Conclusion: Intimate venue with great storytelling means a great time out by all. Good spot for a date nite or afternoon (see aforementioned "old farts" mention above).