God of Carnage did not disappoint! First rate cast, hilariously funny and thought provoking at the…read moresame time. Paraphrase is fresh, new and professional. Their mission to shine a new light on theater did just that! If you get a chance to see one of their productions I have one work; G.O. GO!

Saw Hunchback. This new group is a gem, and has a lot of potential. The vision of the show was…read morereally good, and I found myself invested in the ensemble. I'm intrigued and want to see future shows. With more support, I feel that this group can easily become widely known within the community.

We had dinner and a show here. Really enjoyed both. The meal was quite good - the vegan sushi…read moresuperb, as was the bread rolls, mashed potatoes, tri-tip etc followed by dole whip. The show was a lot of fun for community theater - solid acting particularly the female leads. We plan to come back.

Fantastic little community theater that has been one of my favorite parts of living on the Monterey…read morePeninsula! My wife and I came to our first Rocky Horror Picture Show with them back when they were on Lighthouse and have been coming back every year since. Their productions are always good quality and light hearted. We have been to a variety of the food related events as well and everything was delicious and entertaining. I usually try to break down reviews into service, food/drink and abiance but I don't think that is very applicable for a theater, so I'll address those at the end. In general you'll come to Paper Wing to be entertained and if you're an introvert like me you may be pushed out of your comfort zone a bit, but it's always in good fun. This is a fantastic community third space and a great little spot that makes the otherwise straight laced Monterey Peninsula interesting. If you go for a play the food/drink is served at a bar in the back, it's nothing that will blow your mind but you're not there for the food/drink. Service always friendly and as efficient as bar service can be. The physical ambiance of the theater is pretty basic; However, there is an amazing painted mural of New Monterey back in the day up near the roof.

Daniel at Golden State Theatre made my night! He helped me get tickets to see Jack Johnson's sold…read moreout documentary and show. All the staff were friendly and the theatre beautiful.

This was a great venue to see a comedy show. It's small enough to feel intimate but still large…read moreenough that it could easily host a concert too. First off, the venue is older in the best way. It's beautiful, full of charm, and has a uniqueness you just don't get in newer places. I'm personally a big fan of small to mid sized theaters with personality rather than giant venues built purely for mass audiences. This one definitely delivers on that. The theater feels like a mix of different historical influences coming together. I had a few guesses about its origins while I was there, and after a little Googling later I can say with confidence it's a restored movie palace/vaudeville theater that still hosts a variety of events today. It opened in 1926, and some of the original design features are still there. That honestly made me really excited because the place absolutely has those vibes. Inside, the architecture is really unique. It's kind of a courtyard meets castle theme. The ceiling was one of my favorite parts. It has a painted sky, with most of it covered by a canopy effect. Ceilings are such an underrated part of décor, but I always notice them, and this one was especially cool. There are also little decorative flower gardens under the windows that add to the courtyard atmosphere. Looking toward the stage really leans into the castle feeling, like you've somehow been transported back in time to watch a performance. Since we saw a comedy show the orchestra pit wasn't being used, but there were people sitting up in the balcony as well. The overhead lighting throughout the theater was beautiful too, very Tiffany lamp esque. Picture included. Outside the main theater area there's a bar and stairways leading up to the upper levels. I wish I had taken a picture but I completely forgot. The bathrooms are on opposite ends of the theater, and wow, talk about another little time travel moment. They're definitely old, but they work just fine. The stalls are shorter with smaller doors, which I assume matches the original partition style design. It reminded me of a saloon style restroom I once saw in an old historic town somewhere. For a moment it even made me feel taller than usual, which was unexpected. The theater is right downtown and within easy walking distance of a bunch of other businesses, which makes it a great place to see a show and then wander around afterward.

Great people work here…read more A wonderful find! They have bingo on Thursdays and karaoke on Friday.

I understand the new owners have invested a lot. I applaud their commitment to keeping this…read morecharming local theater open. And I wonder if attendance will be sufficient, it feels like people want a local movie theater but not enough of them actually want to visit it. And I was a bit surprised at the condition of the theater. Most significantly, when I watched Project Hail Mary yesterday, the image was very misaligned with the screen. At the top and bottom, it spilled beyond the screen by a good foot. And the sides, it fell short of the edges of the screen by a half foot. On the right hand side, masking material was simply missing from the screen setup. In a charming local theater like this, I'm not expecting big theater video and audio quality (and neither are, and both are adequate). But the setup last night seemed janky, so much so that it makes me less likely to visit again.

Snug little place packed with arcade games~…read more For $10, you can play unlimited games which is pretty well worth the price. We were so shocked to see smash on n64 as an option! Overall, fun place to spend some time with your people!

We were in downtown Monterey looking for something fun to do with our son. As we were walking the…read morestreets we came across an arcade that looked fun and inviting. I decided to check it out. I arrived on a nice sunny Saturday afternoon. High Scores Arcade is located in a nice area off Alvarado street in downtown Monterey. Parking is free and accessible along the streets and the nearby parking lots. The arcade games collection are classic, vintage, and from the 80's-90's. The space is on the smaller side but has just enough video games to look reputable. The decor is vibrant, bright, and playful. In the front is the counter where you purchase your admission, snacks, and alcohol/non alcoholic drinks. The admission is fairly priced. 1 hour of unlimited play is $10.00. All day unlimited play is $22.00. Overall we enjoyed our experience at High Scores Arcade. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The vibe was nostalgic and bustling. It was nice to introduce the games I use to play back in the day and play along side with my son. We hope to be back when we are in the area.

This review is long overdue, given that I have been taking dance lessons from Leo for over 5 years…read more Before I started dance lessons, I thought I was a complete dance klutz with uncooperative feet. But taking lessons with a professional and patient instructor like Leo who also makes my lessons fun and entertaining has given me the confidence to actually compete in ballroom dance competitions and perform in dance showcases. I will miss my "happy place" when I move out of the area in a few weeks. I HIGHLY recommend Pacific Grove Dance studio. Dancing is fun!!!

I don't know what's been happening to me lately…read more When I have quiet time for myself, I find myself reviewing Argentine Tango moves and steps in my mind. While at the gym pumping iron, I find myself walking tango steps between sets trying to master the moves. I don't even care what the guys think anymore. I've been thinking of traveling to Buenos Aires to spend late night evenings out at milongas doing tango till the sun comes up... I'm even thinking of buying some colorful tango sneakers from Buenos Aires through the internet. Ok, they're purple and lavender...I'm comfortable enough with my manhood to admit it...! Oh Man, I've got the tango bug. I can't believe it...whatsup with me...? What is it about the dance that makes you want more? I don't know. But, when you are dancing with a woman in closed embrace and you feel her close to you, cheek-to-cheek, and you are moving in unison to the music the world slips away. All you feel is the movement of two bodies as one swaying though the dance floor oblivious to the world around you. There is no world: only the music and the movement and the embrace of your partner. You move forward to start a crusada and feel the floor glide beneath you, you come to the cross and hesitate, and release to forward or backwards ochos, and then close-out with closed tango...and then you walk, walk, walk..... In closed embrace you cannot see your partner's eyes, but you feel the wisps of her hair grazing your face; your legs, your pelvis, your chest, your face are all fused together with your partner's body. Nothing needs to be said, tango is a dance of close connection, of feeling, of passion, of intimacy... Shall We Dance in Pacific Grove offers tango classes on Wednesday nights. They are about $10.00 a class. And, yes, they are worth it...!

This is the best art gallery on the Monterey Peninsula. There are much larger galleries in. Carmel,…read morebut not better. No schlock here - a very nice collection of significant central coast and California artists (I was able to pick up a couple drawings by Burton Boundey). A real plus - the very pleasant owner is very knowledgeable and informative.

Hauk is fine. Lots of Art and Characters and historically significant mementos. Worth a visit any…read moreday!

My son has recently become really interested in dance, and one day while we were walking by N Space…read moreDance, he stopped, looked through the window, and asked if we could go inside. As it turned out, a ballroom dance class was starting in just 10 minutes -- and without hesitation, Natasha welcomed him in with warmth and excitement. What could've been a nerve-wracking experience for a new student turned into something truly special. Natasha made him feel completely at ease right away. She treated him like he belonged there, and it was clear she has a natural gift for working with kids. During the class, I watched her create an environment that felt incredibly safe and supportive while still challenging the dancers to push themselves. She struck that perfect balance of structure and encouragement. Every child in the room looked focused, happy, and proud of themselves -- and that's all thanks to the way Natasha leads. We walked into N Space Dance on a whim, but we left feeling like we had found something really special. I can't recommend this studio -- or Natasha -- highly enough. She brings out the best in her students, and I'm so glad my son had the chance to be part of her class.

I can't say enough good things about N-Space. It's right across the street from Happy Girl Kitchen…read moreand it's become my true happy place. Natasha is a gem -- warm, intuitive, and so in tune with every dancer in the room. Whether you're figuring out your first salsa steps or working on refining your styling, she and the other guest teachers somehow meet you exactly where you are. And it's not just a dance studio. It's becoming a real hub for our community -- a place to connect, move, laugh, and let loose. I've met so many wonderful people here, and every class feels like a little celebration. Please join me in supporting this community gem!