I haven't been to an UltraStar Cinema in years, I didn't realize we still had one in San Diego…read more This location was one of the few spots showing Never Stop Chasing so we had to come just to see this. You can see the theater has aged, and well loved. Pricing for concessions and tickets were not bad at all even with the fees. I also heard the staff explaining how busy it can get during their 50% off ticket and popcorn days, which is a deal if you don't mind the crowds. Seats have definitely seen better days, but I do like how high the backing is and for someone short like me, there were no issues of being able to see the screen even if someone tall was in front of me.

I saw The Odyssey today in theater 5 at 3pm. The leather seats were very comfortable and the sound…read moresystem was good. Most importantly, the air conditioning was working really well and the theater was clean. It was easy to purchase tickets online although the $3 convenience fee was a bummer. All staff members I interacted with were friendly. The concessions seemed reasonably priced as well & they have happy hour every day. I didn't try anything though & just brought my water bottle inside. We parked in the free underground lot & it was easy to walk over to the cinema. There were plenty of dated yet functional bathrooms inside. This is a good movie theater to see your next film. Peace.

I haven't been here in over 10 years! Wow this place has not changed. Great price $10 per adult and…read more$1 per kid, under 4 years old is free. Cash preferred but they take cards. There are three screens; playing different movies and plenty of parking spots. They are open Friday to Sunday for the drive in movies. They also occupy this space for swampmeet on certain days. Pro: lots of parking spots, bathroom for use, snack bar (cash only); friendly staff. Con: depends on the day and movie; it can get super packed, the entrance to purchase tickets can get long and extend to the streets; can be dangerous if no one pays attention. Bathroom is outdated, sometimes no hand soap or they run out of bathroom tissues or napkins. Other than that; such a great deal for new movie releases and in the comfort of your car. You can bring snacks, food etc; I always bring a pillow and blanked for extra comfort. Make sure to bring a radio if you don't want your car battery to die. I got one from Amazon for $20; such a great bargain and great system.

What a rare gem! It is such a treat to have the last remaining drive-in theater in San Diego and…read moreone of few nationwide. I grew up going to drive-in theaters. Fun family entertainment, and it can be done on the cheap. We get out 4-6 times each year and love every time. What to know. It's a drive-in by night (Thursdays-Sundays) and a swap meet on the weekends during the day. As for movies, the drive-in is styled as a classic drive-in cinema with three screens with concessions that sells candies, soda popcorn, hotdogs and nachos with chili and cheese. I often find that people will come with their own food. As for shows, they are the popular blockbusters. The screens are of varying sizes, with the sound transmitted directly to your car stereo. The parking area is pretty spacious and kept clean, but it will get very -- and I mean very -- busy during the popular shows. Plan to be here at least 30-40 minutes before your movie starts to get through the line, get parked and set up and to get through concessions. As for the swap meet, I have never been but it looks like they have dozens upon dozens of vendors selling clothing, electronics, crafts, collectibles, etc. The atmosphere at South Bay Drive-In is casual and family-friendly, so it is great for all ages. Every so often, someone will sneak a pup in. It can get loud, with screaming children and people who are running their audio too loud. And there is the occasional person who refuses to turn off their lights during the duration of the movie (Arghhh!!! Make sure your vehicle's battery is sufficient for the duration of the film, or consider using a portable FM radio like most every single other person to avoid any issues). It is otherwise an absolutely wonderful place and a lovely pastime great for making memories.

Loved my first experience enjoying the Little Italy open air movie night! I went last Saturday to…read morewatch Divorzio all' italiana (I am a fan of great Mastroianni) and have been studying Italian for years (so at least I did not have to rely in reading the subtitles:). I have seen this movie like zillion times, yet never in such a setting. Not too many chairs, perfect amount of people. Coincidentally re-encountering with long time not seen friends and colleagues gave a vibe of 'neighborhood' even if I don't live in Little Italy. The speakers introducing the movie did a great job in engaging the audience. I not only enjoyed the company, the film itself and the summer night, but also the sense of community there. Only $5. Do not forget to bring a small blanket or a beach towel, it can be chilly.

There's no better way to spend a cool July or August Saturday evening, then in Little…read moreItaly,watching both old and new movies from Italy..Even if you're not quick enough to pick up all the dialog, you can just read the subtitles and laugh just as loud as anyone who fully understands Italian. The first movie on Saturday, 7/6 was hilarious and a great start to the summer series. And the crowd was great - a mix of young to old. Some folks bring in food from the great restaurants all over Little Italy. The venue has a huge 10 foot outdoor screen with a great JBL sound system. The quaint amphitheater suits these movies perfectly. This is the best $5 you'll ever donate to the arts and its guaranteed you will have a really fun evening, in the best area of the San Diego waterfront. Every Saturday night at 8PM, under the stars.

This was our first experience with theater. Despite a long history of being in business, there were…read moreonly a few reviews, so I was curious to see how it would go. The instructors were lovely, and the front office staff were responsive to questions. I'll also say that my child really seemed to enjoy the classes, which is huge for him. I would've liked more communication about what they were doing in there every day. I will say that nearly every time we arrived and departed for class, we had a run in with a homeless person/people, and I didn't love the feeling of having to be hypervigilant. This is not new for Balboa Park (or new for me), but for whatever reason, there are folks strung out on drugs all around the exterior of the building and they are extra aggressive (pants down, screaming curse words, etc.) For that reason, I can't bring my kid back. Unfortunate as I imagine there isn't much the program can do about this.

This is a completely unbiased review.. as I do not have a lil Junior in this theater program.... I…read morejust come for the shows :) While I don't know what goes on behind stage... I sure can see what happens on stage, and I am completely AMAZED.... AMAZED AT THE TALENT PRODUCED HERE.... another farm crop of fantastic talent here in San Diego.. Recent spooky encounter on Halloween... The Addams Family... wow.... Morticia and Gomez.. I swear I thought they were in their 30's, but all these performers are under 18! Hence the Junior Theater... Wednesday... Pugsley... Fester... wow... the costumes.. the lighting... the music... the effects.... These little people are so grown up and well spoken, talking with the audience after the production, if you haven't gone to see a play at The San Diego Junior Theater... GO Now... GO Now...

With the many theaters that I have seen over the many states there are those which have been in the…read moremany states since the early 1900s and those that have the great 1930s and the 1960s flare yes with the classic seats and the small Box office at the front of the buildi8ng like many of the old theaters had them located at. The many cities here in San Diego Calif have so many special places even when you go to a restaurant not knowing you have come to a historical building with the many Suttle things you may see from the tile work and the wall design some of the many places have been changed so many times. With the many cities that have so many people and the races that make them up with the different areas from the Hillcrest and the Fashion Valley and the Linda Vista parts of San Diego there were many places that showed so many things from the many concerts and the silent movies which made the many areas of San Diegos History the many years the City of San Diego is so rich in the Movies and the Music history the many years of the many great actors which had so many great movies. San Diego back in the 1900 and the 1920s was rich in the many areas of creating and the many movies that were coming out of Hollywood would be showed to certain cities many theaters which had those years had the great welcome to the areas of the first silent movies. The History of the Guild Theater has so many years to it. The Hillcrest theater was built in 1913 as a silent picture house and the first theater for San Diego of the Hillcrest Area though small in small in size it also has a balcony. It was built in Distinctive Spanish with the form of the front and the bell that has been there for many years the apex has supported the bell for many years as so many have driven past the theater up 5th Avenue. For some reason it had closed down in 1917 and than the theater was reopened back in the year of 1930 by the fox chain of theaters here in San Diego. One of the greatest cult movies that was shown at the Guild was at the Rocky Horror Picture Show Sadly in the year 1997 the theater was closed the same Historic Park Theater was closed just blocks away the interior was changed and the many businesses that had taken over the front area the many great pieces of history are closed with the locations you may see in the Hillcrest and those that are in the North Park area. With the many historical places you may see some that have been here since the 1970s that have such great history with the many cities so many get torn down. Being a Yelp Elite Reviewer the many places to find are some of the bests being a per5sont that has grown up since 1969 for the many seasons and the historical places the many foods and the historical times which have made San Diego the one place the Military and the Top Gun School made the City Famous. The many eras of the movies there is also the greatest places the movie theaters you could come and enjoy the night.

This cozy theater is today and he has been reinforcing since my divorce to 'be good to yourself'. I…read moredid just that this weekend, first attending the opera #Carmen on Friday night, then attended this play last night. I was intrigued by the synopsis because it mentioned taking place on 9/11, but the storyline goes well beyond that fateful day. The Mercy Seat. First, the theater: a small, intimate area with only 3 rows of seats. I've always enjoyed smaller theaters as you get ThisClose to the actors. Next, the play itself - clearly a unique display of two actors taking us on a roller coaster of emotions through their relationship. Having recently come out of a 6-year tie myself, I was able to relate to both characters and became submerged with the plot. At the end of the show, there is a small gathering area where the actors meet and talk with audience members. I shook hands with Aleks and listened intently how he explained to a small group of women how he mentally prepared for the character of Ben - stating several times how he was an a-hole and had to continuously remind himself of that. As I listened to him, I sensed that male-bashing bias that I've come to hear all too often. It's true that the character of Ben had been in a 3-year relationship with this woman while his wife and children are home. But the woman he is having an affair with is just as guilty. She made the conscientious decision to get involved with a married man who has children. She may be coming to the realization that she wants more, but Ben is not at fault for this. Furthermore, we hear Ben talk about his kids at several points throughout the storyline. So while his mistress (and boss) apparently fulfills certain destinations for Ben within the bedroom, he still loves his kids. I can relate to Ben. I was in a miserable marriage for years but didn't have the spine to leave them because I love my two boys. So from my perspective, Aleks doesn't give Ben enough credit. It takes two to tango, and Ben clearly has more to lose than his mistress. With that said, I would like to congratulate both Aleks and Ray-Anna Ranae on an absolutely brilliant performance. I didn't know this playhouse existed until yesterday but would

Onstage Playhouse is Chula Vista's jewel on 3rd Ave. I've attended several plays at least once. I…read morewish I could have been there for each and every one. They are wonderful and thought provoking. Exceptional acting and directing. It's an up close and personal experience every time. I love the sets! We also love having several restaurants within walking distance where we can have dinner before the show. It makes for the perfect date night or night out with friends.

Impressive tech, but proceed with caution for 3-hour feature films!…read more We were super excited to see The Odyssey here for our very first IMAX experience after waiting two weeks for our date! Having already seen the movie twice in a standard theater, we were curious to see how it translated to the Heikoff Giant Dome. Here is the full breakdown of how it works and what to expect: Essential Tips & Logistics for 6:30 PM Box Office Movies: Tickets & Arrival: You MUST buy tickets online in advance. The Science Center itself closes to the public at 5:00 PM, but line up outside around 5:00 PM--the queue fills up fast between 5:00-5:30 PM! Door Opening & Entry: Doors open at 6:00 PM sharp. Once tickets are scanned, you'll enter a second line inside. Members and ADA guests get priority boarding around 6:25 PM, followed by General Admission. Pro-Tip for Groups: Seating is first-come, first-served. It was literally a stampede when doors opened! Have one person hold your spot in the inside queue while another uses the restroom or hits concessions. Concessions: Everything is prepackaged (bags of popcorn, candy, canned sodas/water). No fresh movie-theater popcorn or fountain drinks, but fine for a quick snack. Seats & Seating Placement: Aim as high up and toward the center as possible! We sat in the lower half of the upper section. The seats are clean, comfortable, and feel brand new, but they do not recline. Staring up at the dome for nearly 3 hours caused some serious neck strain. Also, watch out for the glass balcony railings in the upper section, which can partially cut into your sightline. The Film Experience: The sound system is fantastic and the theater itself is spotless, but for a fast-paced action movie like The Odyssey, the dome format just didn't work for us. Being that close made it feel like watching a screen two feet from your face--fight scenes became a blur, and the dome curved the edges of the picture (buildings and straight objects looked noticeably warped/distorted). It felt a bit like looking through a fishbowl. Overall Verdict: No knock at all on the staff, Fleet Science Center, or the incredible tech--for documentary shorts or environmental films, this dome is probably mind-blowing. But for long feature films with heavy action, it didn't add to the movie and was a bit overwhelming. Glad we experienced it, but we'll stick to traditional theaters for feature films in the future! P.S. / Note for Fleet Science Center Management & Staff: I know queuing outside can be tricky to manage, but I wanted to share an observation in case it helps improve the queue process. We arrived around 5:10 PM and were about 10th in line outside. However, the group of 2 people right in front of us gradually grew to 12 as more of their party arrived over the next hour, and another pair grew to 8. By the time the doors opened at 6:00 PM, our spot in line effectively jumped from 10th to around 25th. While holding places for late arrivals is understandable to a degree, seeing groups multiply like that can feel a bit unfair to those who stood outside early. Some retail stores and venues (like those in Hawaii) handle this by handing out numbered queue cards or tokens per person as they join the line, preventing late-arriving party members from jumping ahead of early arrivers. Just a thought for future popular feature film screenings!

We had a chance to visit the recently-refurbished Giant Dome last night for a screening of Queen's…read moreRock Montreal. This was my first visit since Fleet relegated the original IMAX dome projection system to "exhibit" status and replaced it with a digital IMAX dome projector. On the positive front, the upgraded sound system is beyond compare and unquestionably the best sounding theater in San Diego. Pairing it with a showing of a legendary concert was a great choice. In the negative side (no pun intended) the image, relative to film, was a downgrade. There is a very distinct loss of image sharpness and tone with the new system. The projection lacked focus and the overall effect was exacerbated by the enormous size of the dome. Overall, it's still the only place in town where you can go to be almost completely enveloped in sight and sound. So "upgrade" aside, I'm glad it's still a part of our town.

Evil Dead! The Musical! What more can even be said haha. This was amaze balls! Had so much fun…read moreseeing this. The first few rows are a splatter zone, and they really get you! Don't sit near there if you don't want to be soaked and goozed by the end of the night. The cast all did an amazing job. The whole thing from beginning to end made you laugh and smile, just as Evil Dead should. The parking in the area isn't the best, and maybe not the safest at night. They had a small concession stand with some drinks, chips and candy. They even had a short for sale for this. It's a small theater with a lot to offer!

We went to see A Streetcar Named Desire last night at Tenth Ave Arts Center and I was so impressed…read moreby the performance, set and overall production. Having never been there before, I did not know what to expect. When we arrived early and the small door to the theatre had not yet opened I almost wondered if were we in the correct place. Within 10 minutes a lot of people arrived and the audience filled most of the small but very professional theatre space. I could not have been more impressed. The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars is due to the parking situation which is a little challenging, especially when the Padres are in town. We happened to park in a paid lot which was a bit sketchy late at night.