A grand old art deco 1930s movie theater now in its 75th year standing but in much need of a face…read morelift. The components are all there - this beauty just needs a little help. On the national historical registry since 2010. the wife and I were there one evening recently for an ArMack Orchestra performance, the sound within the auditorium is very good and I'm sure in her prime she was a grand venue, but this building has definitely seen better days. The first thing I noticed was the "mushy" smell when you walk into this large space - mold, dust and disrepair are apparent. The art deco interior is still very much there and intact - mostly just needs an update after all the years of neglect. Great stylized cut glass wall sconces, and stylized cut glass overhead light fixtures along with the lobby entrance and foyer details reveal just how great this grand structure was back in its day. High ceiling soar overhead and two huge murals - left and right of the stage reminded me that this used to be a place where people in the town gathered regularly in a different era. This space is now a multicultural facility for the performing arts and monthly movies. Also available for rent for special events, weddings, parties, concerts, etc. This is a special place within old Town downtown Eureka that needs to be used to keep her alive, and is in need of some loving restoration to keep around for future generations. Still a 4 Star venue for all of its awesome architectural details that still exist after seven plus decades. And, a venue that has the potential to be a true 5 star gem - with a little help. 00127

If you're not coming here to watch films, you're missing out! This non-profit art deco theater is…read moreentirely volunteer run and is in the process of being lovingly restored. They feature awesome programming like "Science on Screen," when science lectures accompany sci-fi films, and live scores by musicians such as the Invisible Czars. Visiting the theater for their monthly noir night has become one of my favorite activities since moving to the area. Definitely grab a local beer, cider, glass of wine or speciality cocktail while viewing a flick--all proceeds go toward the theater's restoration. Rumors has it that the theater will soon have it's own deco Air BnB for rent upstairs--can't wait to recommend it to out of town visitors :)

A great live music venue located on the campus of Humboldt State University (about 300 miles north…read moreof the San Francisco bay on the 101) Off Laurel Dr and Sequoia Ave, in the Music Arts Buildings area on campus. This intimate venue, at the top of the stairs and to the left, seats about 900 where some of the greatest musical talents in the world have played and graced this amazing stage and venue for decades now. Beer and wine is usually available for purchase, as are light refreshments. A non-smoking venue. Our most recent concert brought us back to this awesome venue for a show with Ozomatli this past Tuesday evening - This show did not disappoint! The Los Angeles based band has been together for almost two decades now, and it showed in their performance as they smoothly moved from urban latino - to hip hop, to cumbia, salsa and funk. This was an awe inspiring show, for both performers and the audience, as many have been, that I have seen at this venue in recent years. Playing at the Van Duzer theater, artists, musicians and performers all seem to thrive in this special and magical venue. It truly does bring out the best in those who play this stage. The audiences are some of the best in the world, and if you go to a show at this venue, you will find and see that those who do attend are there because they love the music and the artist performing. This in turn translates to the musicians and performers and as such the shows here are always spectacular and amazing in their own right. It does not get any better than this for live music. You can reach the Center Arts ticket office at 707-826-3928 to find out more about this venue and upcoming shows. The 2014-15 season looks to be a great one again, so if you ever find yourself on the north coast, 300 miles in the middle of nowhere and looking for world class music, this is it! A Pure 5 STAR venue. 00086

Amazing acts coming through here. Among the folks I've seen here are Ziggy Marley, Matisyahu, and…read moremany more. Definitely worth checking out the center arts selection in the little catalog. Did I see that pink Martini might be coming?

How can it be that I am the first to review the Humboldt folklife society! The society has done so…read moremuch for the local community and for its musicians and songwriters. So great to go and see one wonderful musical act after another for days on end.

What a wonderful, welcoming, communal space!…read more I was invited to perform here by the Zero to Fierce Festival, and the team here has it going on! I worked with Jackie, Joyful, TL, Mobius, and so many other team members; I'm so grateful to have performed my show THE ANTI "YOGI": Liberation, Not Lululemon, at such a supportive space! I was impressed by the community engagement, hunger, and interest to listen/participate/share. The artwork presented inside is beautiful, the space hosts so many types of shows- and it can accommodate a lot of people! It is truly a communal space; hosting lunchbox sessions to discuss the topics with the artists coming in and the radio station is right next door. Everyone is very supportive toward artists and helping artists; they are engaged in supporting the artist however they may need. They display art work/exhibits in the common area and try to bring in diverse stories that need to be heard. I definitely will recommend this place and festival with others! Thank you all to the team, the viewers, and the community! My percussionist, Neel and I had a tremendous experience and very much wish to return again soon. Please check out what this space does!

Located down in the Creamery district, this local playhouse/community gathering place/theater hosts…read morea variety of events throughout the year. Live music, community theater, art performances, circus shows big and small, kid's programs and summer classes and a few things I'm sure I'm leaving out. Our most recent visit was for the theater costume clearance sale, it opened at 10 this past Saturday morning - we arrived at around 11:30 and it was over! It is what it is! This also shows how popular this local venue is. This is a great playhouse that supports and helps a multitude of organizations within the local community. Because of the unique nature of this facility it runs hours accord to the event(s) it is hosting at that time. You may want to verify with the event your going for what times, dates, etc. in advance if you're driving in from out of the area. That being said, a great community asset and another cool place to see awesome live music in town. A solid 5 star venue. 00307

We have had season tickets to NCRT for six years. I am continually blown away that our small town…read morehas this caliber of theater. The acting, sets, costumes and directing are always top notch. They make full use of their small space with cast utilizing the rows between the audience's seats. Each season they present six plays. There is always at least one musical, comedy, and a Shakespeare. Each runs for a few weeks with most performances on Friday and Saturday evenings and with a couple of performances on Sunday afternoon. Tickets are very affordable but the season ticket is the real bargain. I have never been disappointed. Yelp asks whether this is good for kids. The simple answer is generally not but some of the plays are kid friendly.

While the show was amazing we arrived early to find good seats but every seat in the small theater…read morehad a jacket or pamphlet on it to hold them but there were few people actually in the theater. Your ticket doesn't have a seat number. We wound up sitting on hard folding chairs next to a speaker for 2 hours. Lost feeling in my legs half way through and we could only see half the stage. My wife had a recent spinal fusion and couldn't bare the seats for too long. Great show! Shoddy theater!

Khan!!! The Musical! was spectacular, yet I came home traumatized. During the play, a giant space…read morechicken pecked at my head... I had seen it earlier, lined up at the bar with two other chickens in tutus... Seriously, the space chickens were drinking. I was not.

Really fabulous plays and musical events! Always a treat to sit under the stars or fog and be…read moreentertained by world class theater.

The Sanctuary is such a unique place to visit! I just went to their recurring Ambient Cafe cafe…read moreevent, held the 4th Tuesday of the month from 10 am - 2 pm. Musicians play in a big, comfortable space decorated with very interesting art, antiques and seemingly random objects that make you smile. You can read, write, work on your own crafting projects or simply watch the musicians. There are tables and chairs by the big windows where you can spread out, and comfortable seats facing the musicians. There were delicious scones (sweet or savory), fresh coffee drinks and a self-service tea station. You can drop in at any time, and payment is all on the honor/donation system, with no concrete pricing posted. It's a surreal space where you can really relax and get creative! It looks like they have several recurring monthly events and host art exhibits & musical performancee, all listed on their website.

Went to a see a band play here recently. Great space that is peaceful and with a wonderful…read morecommunity vibe to it. Shoes off at the door which I did not expect but made it feel like being at somebody's house. Very cool and unique.

Recently had the opportunity to enjoy a live performance here and this building and facility are…read morenothing short of spectacular. A true gem in the town. The 1920-30s building is from an era gone by, a time when going the the theater used to mean something. It was an event to go to in its day. Painstalkingly restored and revitalized, with attention to the details is obvious when walking into and through this building. An architecturally beautiful Art Deco facility. Ornate detailings throughout the building with impressive fixtures and appointments and true to its heritage. There is really not a bad seat in this house, as it is designed and setup for live performances. My visit was no exception, six rows back and stage left. A near perfect location for a view on to the stage without looking up. The sound system is top notch as well, and the acoustics exceptional throughout the building. Be sure to check out the Artist level downstairs very cool. 4.5 Stars - rounded up for the great restoration of a great old building 00651

Regardless of politicization of the benefactors of this theatre, Arkley Center is clean, well…read moreappointed, and offers homes to some decent events. On this night, I attended The Nutcracker. The production itself was good. There were a few aspects of the production that were surprising... Borderline startling... But in total the talent as well as the student aspects were very pleasant. There were even some cameos by some local icons! (No spoilers!) The venue itself has sufficiently comfortable seats and an open, spacious lobby. The mezzanine is large and affords good vantage. I sat center in row m, which was a bit away from the stage. This didn't bother me as the space is intimate enough to afford fine views from everywhere. The decor of this site is downplayed. I am not sure how to define it... Neither Grecian nor Elizabethan but borrowing from both, the walls made of a sculptors wide brush-strokes. I didn't entirely like it... But it certainly didn't detract from the production quality. I will possibly revise to 5 star after my next visit... As the missing star has more to do with the specific production than the venue itself!

This is the best theatre experience North of San Francisco. Staff is next level attentive, and the…read moreseating/accommodations is top level. Rootbeer float, popcorn with yeast, empanada dinner... chef's kiss.

The screen sucked and was super dim. There's red lights that reflect off it too. The concession guy…read morewouldn't let me buy popcorn from the counter. In chair service only. Still the best theatre in the Arcata eureka area