I recently attended the Color Purple at this quaint playhouse type of theater, which is nestled in…read morea lovely residential area. The actors were extraordinary and did not take away from the original show! They actually inspired and enhanced. The theater has all the attributes of a larger theater just down scaled. Smaller rest rooms, concession stand, and of course smaller space. I was able to see very well from row G. There is Left (L) and Right seating but with the same alphabet/numbering system, so there were a few people that was a bit confused as to where they should sit. Limited parking on the premises, but there is street parking. I would recommend support small local theatre as much as one can. They have a variety to select from as well as season passes. A great way to spend an afternoon.

I loved how the atmosphere was intimate yet inviting! I went to see the color purple play they…read moreperformed here last week. I sat 3rd row from the front(middle section) and my view was non-obstructed which provided me a clear view of all the EXCELLENT talent apart of that cast. I would def see this play again + more at this theatre!

Visited this small intimate theater for a gypsy jazz concert at The Jazz Room . Small tables…read morein the front, fairly comfortable seats behind the tables. A small bar as you enter, friendly staff. The Jazz room features 6 weekend performances. The Stage Door theater is part of the Blumenthal Performing Arts Tickets are reasonable. Ours were $20 per person Parking at The Bank Of America Building for $5 Restaurants nearby. An enjoyable evening here.

This is a great small venue! I attended the Improv Charlotte 10 year anniversary show here and…read moreloved it. You can access the theatre from college street and Fifth st. There was a cash bar available, restrooms were easily accessible down the hall and every seat in the house is great. Very intimate and inviting. All the staff were pleasant and there was security on the premise, which I appreciated since it is accessible via the street.

This is a beautiful theater that has a nice atmosphere. No gremlins here as far as I can tell. The…read morerestrooms are a bit outdated in the sense that there are the old small knob sinks. You'll need hand-sani after you wash up unless you turn off with a paper towel. They do have hand-sanitizer out as well. The staff were plentiful and friendly. I went to see Marc Broussard which really has nothing to do with the theater but the space is small enough to be almost intimate and yet it could still handle the louder stuff. I'd definitely come back!

Great spot for an intimate engagement. I've seen both concerts and author lectures here and both…read morefelt like I was hanging out in my living room, enjoying the event with a few hundred of my closest friends. Acoustics for concerts are good and visibility for authors is great no matter what seat you're in. Speaking of seats... They're pretty comfy and offer decent leg room (says the 5'4 chick). Be sure to look around/up while you're there. The stained glass windows are beautiful! The bathrooms could use an update, but since they're in the foyer/shared space, I'm not sure McGlohon could gut them even if they wanted to.

The place was a little small, however that was a good thing for us. It felt really intimate. Nice…read moredrinks, and good service. Note: don't be lateunless you want to be apart of the show. You walk directly in front of the stage to get to any seat

It's impossible to be in a bad mood if you're watching a show at CCT! I've been to see a number of…read moredifferent improv groups, including Bigfoot and Crescendo musical improv. It's a small theater, and the crowd is encouraged to participate by throwing out topics or may even be asked to come up on stage and assist with a game (don't worry - they ask for volunteers). Shows typically last around 90 minutes and are BYOB, so it's a great bang for your buck! They also have drinks available for purchase right before you walk in to take your seat. By attending, you're supporting local, live theater, which is a great thing to do! Also, if you're interested in learning how to do improv and potentially performing someday, they offer improv classes for all levels.

Community theatre is the heart of downtown Concord is full of charm, local talent and so much fun!…read moreI have attended quite a few plays, but this time we took in "A Time to Kill" and it was a delight! The quaint theatre boasts beautiful stained glass windows and comfy seats and the cozy community theatre vibe where no seat in the house is a bad one. We were on the front row center this time and loved it! The actors in this production were spot on and I loved the OCT adaption of the book/movie. The comedic moments had us laughing, but the serious moments were quite powerful in this intimate setting, and even though I knew the story, found myself leaning towards the stage waiting to see what was next! Visit the website for upcoming plays and patronize this precious hometown gem, you won't be disappointed! There is local artwork for sale in the lobby and light refreshments offered as well for reasonable prices. For every play I've attended at least part of the cast is mingling with the patrons following the play and I just adore that! So fun to chat with them and share your thoughts about that night's production. I can't wait to go back soon...seriously - check it out! It's not fancy but full of charm, not pricey but well worth the ticket price and not broadway, but an awesome way to spend a couple of hours and support local actors and musicians - what more can you ask for?

It's a very beautiful place, decorated with lots of historic details and decor. My niece often does…read moreshows here!!! We enjoy coming out to see her shine. Each show is pretty affordable, everything we've seen thus far has been amazing! I love having this little gem in Concord. I will say the place could definitely use some TLC, as it is very old and slowly deteriorating and falling apart on the inside. Aside from that, we've never had any problems here. There's ample parking, lots of seating and space inside, clean bathrooms, and the prices are low and realistic, which is a huge plus!

Honestly, at first I had no idea where Duke Energy Theater was in the Uptown "family cluster" of…read moreBlumenthal Arts venues. Aha! It's in the same spot/building as the McGlohon Theater but just down the hall and up the steps. First I love that you can have a reasonably priced beer from the concession stand here. Service is fast and attitudes are positive. A Sierra Nevada and bag of chips only set me back $7. And...wait for it... you can bring all of it in the theater with you. I personally like to drink a beer while watching a comedy show - call me crazy but it just enhances" the funny". When we entered the theater, I thought "Shut the front door!", in a good way. There are maybe 40-50 seats and it has an amazing intimacy the other venues don't have. Sure, it is reminiscent of say a College Campus Style and Sized theater but I love it. Got to see the Kevin McDonald show (starring you guessed it, Kevin McDonald) during the Charlotte Comedy Week. Just awesome - as others have noted, you really feel like part of the show - and actually they did record it as a podcast. Would love to come back and see a concert here!!! Tickets are also very reasonable, if not inexpensive.

Found in the same building as the Light Factory and the much larger and ornate McGlohon, the Duke…read moreEnergy Theater puts a new face on "intimate." Definitely not your typical theater/auditorium for a concert, but hey, I'm game for just about anything. Came here on a Wednesday night to catch "Die Roten Punkte" with my wife and some friends. Maybe only 100 seats in the whole room and most were filled. Here's my take: Pros: I LOVE a good intimate venue. I love being able to see the musicians/artist's faces, expressions and actually see their movements whilst performing. DET definitely delivers here. We sat in the front row and were basically a part of the show! Easy access if you park along 7th street. No crazy stairs, windy walkways or blocks upon city blocks to walk through. Simple access in Spirit Square. Cons: The seats are pretty rickety. I'm a rather broad-shouldered individual. If I were to sit next to an infant (not in a car seat) or an adolescent, I'd be just peachy. Sitting next to another dude my size -- not so much. Also, the risers where the seats rest are a little unstable in my opinion. Agree with Chad E on that front. You can definitely feel all of the motion happening in the room. Overall a very fun, intimate venue to enjoy. Can't wait to catch another show here! Maybe I'll try and reserve some space next to me for more shoulder room next time. Cheers!

The show was amazing! The thrills and the acrobatics were amazing. My wife and I wanted to enjoy…read moreall the Cirque du Soleil in Vegas and this was a very good one. I definitely recommend this show when you are in town.

I have seen 9 Cirque shows. One of which I have seen 4 times (love) and I have seen O twice. We saw…read morethis show last night in Sacramento. It was my least favorite Cirque show. I loved the costumes and I loved the music. But the rest of the show was lacking. They were trying to bring together old and new. What they got was a jumble of a few decent acts some clowns and no true flow. The "story" IMO was not there and there was no connection with anyone in the show. We left feeling very meh about the experience. We could see the gaffers just sitting there which was odd, and the set up was just a little weak in my opinion. As well. The bleachers rocked whenever someone walked down the stairs and it was slightly annoying. I think it came to around $255 for the 4 tickets we bought. While I know we're not in Vegas so we didn't pay Vegas prices, we expected better. This does not represent Cirque very well.

We've been here a few times for various concerts-performances over the years...most recently, for…read moreKing Crimson and Beethoven Symphony #5...and I've been meaning to write a review, so here goes. First of all, I really like this theater. Of course it's not as big as Blumenthal (Belk), but I love the size of this theater. Due to its size, you always get a good view of the stage wherever you sit (especially referring to the rows downstairs). Also, it's a really nice, clean theater (think renovated recently...but I could be wrong). One thing that could use some improvement is the spacing between the rows of seats. It's so tight, it's truly hard to get past folks in the same row...say, if you arrive a bit late, or is trying to get out! I also noticed that for the last visit, there were some chairs out in the lobby...Yay to that! Lastly, I also like the acoustics at this theater. Everything seems to be on point However, there are a few things that I found a bit offputting. For this last performance, they didn't 't allow any photography now (even without flash?)...which I don't quite get. I DID manage to take a few pics, but before the show started. Good thing...'cuz I didn't realize it was forbidden. Maybe I didn't know any better, but I recall taking pics during the performances in the past. Maybe it's a new policy...or maybe it depends on the performance?? Last thing I wanted to mention was that after the show, there's this sense that they want us out quickly...as in pronto! I don't understand why the place can't be more hospitable, and stay open for at least 30 minutes after the concert...so folks can chat, drink, etc.etc. I mean, it was Saturday night...and really not that late either! On this last concert (Beethoven Symphony #5), they sort of bum-rushed us out by 9:45 pm (concert ended at around 9:30 pm)...and I was basically the last person inside...Why? I was waiting for my husband to pick me up in the car, and I didn't want to stand outside in the cold. Well, at 9:45 pm, I noticed that I was the last one in the place, and the ushers were sort of giving me the eye...basically bum-rushing me out! WOW. I don't recall that happening at any other late-night venue in town...where folks are encouraged to leave only 10-15 minutes, following a concert. So anyway, that's my take on the place. 5 stars for the space, cleanliness and acoustics...but 2 stars for service (not sure how I'd describe this rushing folks out part lol!). Since I'm a fan of this theater, I'll still drop 4 stars...but just wanted to mention that I'm NOT a fan of the near-rude service after the performance.

Great place for a show ! Wonderful views and terrific sound from all seats. Comfortable seats and…read morehelpful staff.