I love every experience that I have at the Majestic Theater. On this occasion we saw the Broadway…read moremusical & Juliet. This was such a fun show I had never heard of and I loved the music. The show incorporates songs from artists like Katy Perry and the Backstreet Boys making the performance fun and upbeat with great humor. The Majestic is always well staffed and the staff is very helpful and involved in accommodating the patrons. I've never had a bad seat and concessions and restrooms are easily accessible. Helpful hint, I always take a sweater because they keep it cool in there.

I understand stand the majestic theatre is historic but I didn't realize their policies were so…read morearchaic that the original scripture felt more comfortable. Apparently at the majestic they are so behind the times that you can't record a 30s clip of the show. No wonder digital platforms are taking over. I'm just assuming they also want reservations in smoke signals and payment in bartering in local goods. So make sure to sarcastically bring your port wine for jezebel bartering.

One of the best kept secrets in San Antonio, is the Attic Rep theater company taking up residence…read moreat Trinity University. The company seeks to present both original performances and contemporary works in hopes of informing audiences and provoking change. I recently took in a performance over the weekend for a play titled "the Irish Curse" and like performances I've attended in the past - I left the theater feeling incredibly rewarded. One of the best parts about this theater is the performance space. The stage is dead center in a small room, with 50 or so chairs allowing the front row to literally allow audience members to have their feet at the edge of the performance space. Highly recommend that you make it a priority to see their next production.

AtticRep is dedicated to: Challenging the creative imagination of our community. Creating…read moreimmediate and intimate performance- driven theater. Inspiring dialogue that informs and provokes change.

In it's many incarnations throughout the city be it the Sunken Gardens Theatre, SA Botanical…read moreGardens and now at the Arneson Theatre "Shakespeare( insert location)" is still relevant. Put on by the Children's Magik Theatre in recent years it is a perfect event for fans as well as an introduction to his timeless works. Although this event is Free, at the Arneson Theatre entrance donations are encouraged which helps to fund their various programs. This season a theater troupe from Arkansas did an excellent rendition of "The Taming of the Shrew." The set design, costumes, sound system and the Riverwalk as a backdrop enhanced the night's performance. Seating is amphitheater style and it is on a first come, first serve basis. I suggest you get there early, by showtime all the good spaces are usually taken. The only thing missing for me, at least in terms of overall experience were the arts vendors and staff in character; which in the past tied everything together. Still I would recommend it to couples, students, families or anyone who wants to experience Shakespeare's plays in an outdoor venue. Shakespeare on the River is another great event that utilizes the historical Arneson Theatre. It is a family friendly event free and open to the public. Who knew that plays created in the 15th Century would still be relevant in San Antonio in 2017? ps. The Arkansas troupe played a cover of "Bad Romance" by Lady Gaga before the show even started. It seems like a song appropriate for "The Taming of the Shrew."

This is one of my personal favorite events of the year... and it's FREE! Shakespeare on the River…read morestarted 11 years ago (I believe) and is brought to the La Villita Arneson River Theater by the only professional Children's theater in South Texas, Magik Theater. It's a superfun event that in the past entailed Shakespeare performances in the setting of a small-scale Renaissance fair including professional theater acts that frequent the Texas Renaissance and Sherwood Forest Fairs. This year, however, it appears strictly centered around bringing a professional Shakespearean theater company, Arkansas Shakespeare Theatre, to San Antonio to perform their own version of Shakespeare classics. Last night's performance of "Taming of the Shrew" was one of the best performances I had ever seen and it did not disappoint! The actors were hilarious, the Commedia dell'arte was spot on and perfectly timed, and scattered bits of pop culture really brought this performance into this century. Staying true to the story, but with a few funny twists, this troop is really worth seeing. This event runs Thursday through Saturday this year and is completely worth going to see. A $5 suggested donation towards the Magik Children's Theater will help provide a space for future performers ages 0-17 to learn and grow their own acting craft as well as continuing to allow the Magik Theater to provide fun events and child-focused theater for years to come.

Olmos Ensemble presents outstanding programs of chamber music for San Antonio audiences. Many of…read moretheir members also have key roles in the San Antonio Symphony. However, chamber music concerts are generally more affordable and accessible (e.g., shorter pieces of music). It's classical music at a high level of quality, but a different repertoire than you would hear with the full symphony orchestra. Recently, Olmos Ensemble has been performing at Laurel Heights United Methodist Church in the Monte Vista area. It's a beautiful, historic church with good acoustics; also, it's centrally located and has free parking.

My friend and I decided to see a movie at the last minute and bought tickets online. The online…read morepurchase process was smooth and straight forward. When I arrived I was greeted by an employee who verified my ticket and told me where I'd find the auditorium where the movie would be showing. I was happy to see how clean the theater was. The auditorium was also clean and the reclining seats were comfy. My friend got a beer at the bar and we were impressed with the size and price. I didn't order any concessions this visit but I'll be sure to come back for the full experience.

The staff here is always friendly and the facility is usually always clean in the main areas and…read moretheaters. However recently the look of the chairs is horrible. Some don't recline, others are quite literally peeling! The bathrooms are also ALWAYS nasty with water running and toilets disgusting. It really does suck to pay so much for movies now and not be in a comfortable environment. Again only saving grace is the staff being friendly

Musical Bridges Around the World is a nonprofit organization with the premise that music is an…read moreart-form and can serve as a conduit, to bring different cultures together. The challenge for them is to present their program in an approachable manner to the city. Fortunately for them this year's roster of artists were contemporary, hip and best conveyed their mission. The pros 2017: 1.) The eclectic selection of international artists. The performers I saw Zoe Keating, a Canadian looping based cellist and Indonesian jazz prodigy Joey Alexander totally represented the MBAW's message of inclusivity. 2.) The selection of venues. For example Zoe Keating's show was held at the historic Ursuline Chapel, a part of the Southwest School for the Arts. The combination of ambience, acoustics and the intimate seating lended to a very memorable show. 3.) Admission. Most of the shows were either free or a nominal fee was being charged. Without this net families might not be able to attend, due to the expense. The cons 2017: 1.) My only critique, which was the same as last year's : Some, not all patrons. There is an etiquette for every situation and every situation is unique. The thing that should be consistent is a basic common courtesy to your fellow (wo)man. And this begins with a respect for personal space. At a performance a patron stood right next to me(the show was a seating event)coughing, nudging me and disrupting the flow of the performance. In addition a family brought their children, who grew impatient and threw an outburst. I know these are minor glitches to be expected at a show. However I feel the niceties that we extend to people at any event should be reciprocated. I did enjoy MBAW this year. The selection of artists and venues best represented their message and can serve to reach the greater community. In the near future I'd like to see them stage shows in different venues or spaces across the city. Mozart in the Eastside at Dignowity Hills. "Swan Lake" in the Westside at Rosedale Park. Hey, why not?

Intimate setting. Super friendly and accommodating hosts. The food was great, the sangria's…read moredelicious and the Flamenco entertainment out of this world. Extremely convenient paid parking directly across the street from Carmens. $7 for four hours of parking. We'll go back!

Went for my mothers birthday and this downtown San Antonio experience was one of a kind and…read moreamazing! They read Frida Khalo's love letters and flamenco dancing was such a beautiful way to entertain on such a special night. The Tomatillo corn bread was soft and delicious! The paella was so damn good! Could have eaten that forever! The dessert was exquisite and overall a perfect evening! Will be going back for the food and the soft Hispanic boho vibes.

What an amazing experience this Fiesta event is! A Day In Old Mexico and Charreada is by far in my…read moretop 3 favorite Fiesta San Antonio events. Tickets are a little bit pricey ($20), but if you compare how much money you spend on chicken-on-a-stick at NIOSA/King William, this show is definitely worth it. This year, all of the money from the ticket sells was going to be used for the Escaramuzas tournament in Mexico #PartyWithAPurpose . During A Day in Old Mexico, the Charros and Escaramuzas from the Association of Charros in San Antonio perform different "suertes" or tricks. You can hear the excitement of the people in the stands while the charros move the "lazo" while standing on top of their horse. I grew up in Ciudad Juarez and one of my favorite things as a child was to watch the group of Escaramuzas ride their horses and "dance" with them. I am so happy to see that in San Antonio we have a place where they are keeping those Mexican traditions alive.