It has been forever since I've been to Laguna Playhouse and that's my fault. For some reason, I…read morejust don't put life theater at the top of my list of entertainment, but that's going to change. I believe I saw this play being advertised on Instagram, etc. and it intrigued me so I opted to buy tickets. I'm one of those that do not necessarily need to be in the orchestra or main level and I chose to sit in the least expensive seats in the upper balcony areas. I don't think you can go wrong anywhere in the theater. There is municipal parking across from the theater, which is four dollars with no maximum hours. There's also metered parking in other city lots throughout the area. You can also take the free trolley. There is a small courtyard out front that early arrival patrons were mingling and having wine and a snack. Inside, there's a small beverage/bar area that featured some basic candy and snacks as well as some wine, coffee, and soft drinks. It was reasonably priced overall. We opted for a Coke and some pretzels and unfortunately, they carry the dots pretzels. I know everybody loves them. It's not my favorite. I do appreciate that they allowed the food and beverage into the theater. I'm kind of old-school a little bit of that because back in the day that was never allowed as far as the crowd most people were casually dressed or dressed to go maybe to dinner afterwards. It's a more casual environment compared to New York or Chicago theater districts. We thoroughly enjoyed the show. The shark is broken. The character casting was spot on. the mannerisms and voice inflections were also perfect. It was I believe a 90 minute show without intermission. Departing the theater and exiting across the street was easy. There are also restrooms. It seems handicap accessible on the lower level in general. I'm not sure about an elevator for the second level. I did not see one, but I would double check. Our tickets were will call in the box office person was very friendly and nice. I definitely will check back and see what other performances occur in the future.

After attending numerous plays and events at the Laguna Playhouse over many years, we have made the…read moredecision to never return! I will omit most names from this review as really does no good. Each year we purchase tickets to plays, usually in a series as you get good prices and seats. This past year our last play was supposed to be a Neil Simon play, but when we arrived, we were informed that the Simon play had been canceled and a new play called, The Shark is Broken, was on. The woman at the door told several of us that notices had been sent out about the change in plays. I did not get the memo and I suspect the email went instead to my moms spam folder, which she never thinks to check as to her, spam is a canned meat! Neither my 93 year old mother or I was interested in seeing a play about the shark from Jaws being broken, so I went to the box office and was informed that we could not be given a refund, but instead, a credit. That sounded ok as we usually find things to see there. At no time did anyone in the box office inform us that the credit had a time limit and would expire within a matter of months! I was a bit miffed as it takes me an hour and a half to get down to where my mom lives, then another 25 minutes to get to the theater, but I figured things happen and move on. The next day I get an email from the box office stating the amount of the credit. NOWHERE in the entire email did it state that the credit had to be used before the end of June! Mid may when I got the flyer for the 4 plays for this year, I called to choose the only show that looked appealing, 39 Steps, in October. The box office gal told me that we could not use the credit for any of those shows and that the credit had to be used before the end of June. I explained the situation to her and that we had not been told about any deadline. She was gruff and stated those were the rules and all playhouses go by those rules. Wanna guess what creative language was running thru my mind?! I said that since she was unable to fix this mess, I needed to speak with someone who could. She stated that she would give a message to the person who is in charge of the box office and hung up. Five days went by and no call, so I called and asked for whomever was in charge of the box office and a gal stated she could not give me her number but would give me her email. Why? At some point I would end up talking with person anyway. It was another example of someone being unhelpful. I sent the the gal in charge of the box office an email stating what happened and that I was upset at this entire situation and wanted it resolved and I asked to be called to discuss the matter. Instead of a call, I got an email asking if the issue was about the Shark play?! Why no call as I had asked, why dodge the call two times? I looked at the schedule and we had only 1 month and 2 choices, a comedy night at 7:30 PM or a play called Red. The comedy is a no go due to it being at 7:30 PM and the play Red did not look appealing. At this point both my mother and I were fed up and decided that no one at the playhouse had any interest in making things right and we were not going to forfeit close to $200 so we offered the seats to the play to friends who accepted. To add insult to injury, the ticket prices had gone up so in order to get the same seats for the play Red, we would have had to pay an extra $40. Unbelievable!! I chose to take lesser seats to avoid extra charges. So, in summation, what we have is a miscue about a play that was canceled, a refund with strings attached, no one alerting us to the unwritten rules about refunds and seasons, lack of cooperation, price increase, and general non caring attitudes. Nice way to treat patrons. Perhaps the people that run the Laguna Playhouse don't care about how their patrons are treated or even the loss. It doesn't matter at this point as we are done and I will make it a point to inform as many people as possible exactly what happened and to beware. I did appreciate Nicole at the box office who made the change for us and emailed me the confirmation.

The sandpiper made for a fun night! When we came around 11, there was live music and lots of people…read moredancing. I got a domestic beer that was five dollars, an imported beer that was seven dollars and two rums and Cokes. I went on a Friday after 11 pm and there was a five dollar cover. Cash only. There's an ATM inside but there's a three dollar fee.

Great dive bar. Real dart boards! We will be back. Nice people and open until 2! It is hard to…read morefill up 95 characters. lol.

Very fun, creative, and inventive it reminds of the ride the calico mine train but a walk-through…read moreof the ride

This museum is a very neat experience! It is intended for adults, but our little ones had a great…read moretime here too! The whole place is decorated with art and it is very immersive! It's a bit difficult to find parking, but after that's settled, knock 3 times on the door and upon entry, you are greeted and signed in. We were greeted by Sabrina and Alyssa. They were friendly and welcoming and made sure that all of our questions were answered. The whole experience is neat because in such a small area, there are so many things to see, smell, and read! They have their own section of a gift shop as well. I can't wait until they expand their location and I'm so glad they our family had the opportunity to experience the Museum of Make Believe.

I had a good time here and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys fine art…read more Parking was $10, and there's a free trolley that takes you to the venue, which made getting there pretty convenient. We bought our tickets online ahead of time for around $50 to make entry easier. As for attire, most people were dressed in smart casual or dressy casual clothing, which felt appropriate for the setting. The experience began by featuring a gallery of artwork in a variety of formats, which kept things interesting. One of the coolest parts was that some of the artists were there in person and available to talk about their work. It added another layer to the experience and made it feel much more personal. The actual experience started a bit later and was immersive from the start, describing various artists throughout history, their major works, and the impact they've had. A few tips before you go: the program is around 2 hours total and includes a 15-minute intermission, so make sure to use the restroom beforehand and keep your ticket with you for reentry. The venue was warm during my visit, but I'd still bring a light jacket just in case the temperature changes. If you're seated farther back, a small pair of binoculars can make it much easier to appreciate the finer details. If you have a background in art or art history, you'll probably get even more out of the exhibition, but I still think it's enjoyable for someone who's just curious and wants to experience something new. Overall, it was a unique and thoughtfully put-together experience that I'd recommend if this sounds interesting to you. L

I have been going to the Pageant for over 30 years and I can honestly say this is the best one I've…read moreever seen ! I loved the artists talking and the unveiling of how it's done drew gasps and oohs and ahhs from those around me. Bravo creative people.

We had a wonderful time at the after walk Christmas party in the Newport theater…read more The band was amazing ! They played all the old classics , rock 'n' roll.... Unlimited beef, pork and chicken yummy tacos ! The cocktails were flowing , However, the wine that they offered was definitely a no Bueno for me . It was from Lodi. Festive night , Christmas cheer

New Port Theater is worth all the hype. The staff is amazing and so accommodating, Celina…read moreespecially is an absolute sweetheart. Additionally, Marty is the kindest person I've met in a long time. The Christmas after-party was filled with only good vibes and everyone was having the time of their lives and enjoying the music and ambiance! Food was to die for! Five stars all the way.

Watched the Eddie Akiau documentary / biopic at the Rivian theater in downtown Laguna beach with…read moremy buddy and his wife. Interesting set up, some traditional theater type seats, some sofas, a bar type sub wall with metal stools. Seating is first come first served. We sat on the bar stools. There were also 2 Rivian vehicles on display inside. 1 pick up truck and 1 suv. Comfortable space, I wish we had shown up a little earlier and had seats in the more traditional movie theater style than the stools without back rests, but that was % on us for taking too long at dinner before the movie. Nice set up with a new screen that made for great viewing. I'll definitely return. Pro tip: show up early and secure a good seat. Your back and bottom will appreciate it.

We've been here twice, with today being our 2nd time. The first time - it was on 11/20 when they…read morehad an owner's night gathering. There were some small bites, music, and fun little Rivian pin giveaways. Today there was a kids event where they can record their sound into a little heart, make a valentines craft and put a tiny flower bouquet together. People hung out and socialized but no food. Parking is difficult to find and costs $3 per hour in the nearby lots.

I love this playhouse. Very wholesome and felt like it was a piece of home. The play was Young…read moreFrankenstein and they all played their post well.

Only went because I got free tickets. If you're interested in sitting in a room full of old…read morefogeys--where you're listening to crude bathroom jokes, then this is for you. For example--the comedian said he went on a cruise and everyone was wearing Depends, so if the ship started sinking, all the diapers would absorb the water. How do you get a smokin' hot body at 85? Cremation!

Last night saw PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT and had an amazing time. The cast was great and the…read moreset (the bus) was ingenious!

The talent and professionalism of this community theatre (Laguna's Only) is amazing. Only $35 a…read moreshow, wine poured for your enjoyment. Live musicians for all of the musicals. Dogfight is a wonderful show we just experienced and Legally blonde is up next.

Thoroughly enjoyed the massive steak nachos appetizer! Wow!…read more The bartender was Ruben and he sure knows how to make a customer feel special. He made us martinis and chatted with us about the wonderful owners of the hotel. It's a lovely little bar off the main lobby area with upscale and attractive seating.

Oh the drinks here were amazing and super classy. I don't drink much but the selection was very…read moregood and I am happy I chose this place. I would suggest it for an evening casual.

Food 2/10 Service 7/10…read moreAmbiance 7/10 The Bands/ Sound System, Performance are great. The Menu, Yaaaikkkkks ...Cheap food Expensive ( Overpriced) . Drinks ....cocktails taste like water. Beers-12$ each plus TAX , plus Tips 22%

This is a 4 star review that is 4 for the music, 3 for the food…read more The Coach House Concert Hall is a San Juan Capistrano staple. It runs a lot of cover bands, but also mixes and matches intimate performances from a variety of artists. This year we saw Pokey LaFarge and Madeleine Peyroux. The audience is always going to be mixed, although there is a lot more grey in recent years! The venue has definitely shifted into more of a dinner and a show venue with lots of picnic style tables. The food is overpriced, but not terrible. The baked potatoes are amazing so always order that! Drinks are standard and nothing to write home about, but they do their job. Service is quick and un-fancy. Every seat in the house is a good seat. And the music and acoustics are excellent. Overall, this is a fun spot to stop in at reasonably priced live music and great baked potatoes with acceptable dinner fare and fine drinks. It is a classic and I hope it stays open forever!