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    4.5 (29 reviews)
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    Michael G.

    We came to see HAIR. Man, the 18 kids in The Tribe worked their collective butts off. Loved the look of the stage and that the cast roamed around the theatre. Super enjoyable. The bathroom situation is untenable. Small bathrooms and many users. They had to hold the restart after intermission because the lines are so long. Beware.

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    John B.

    Small venue but nice and intimate. Love it. Not a bad seat . Well I wouldn't sit in the front row. The seats are comfortable with plenty of leg space and cushion for the booty. Well it's true. Lol

    Sandy W.

    We saw a great production of the musical 'Hair' this afternoon at the Garden Theater aka "Short North Stage " productions. The actors and actresses were outstanding! They all put their heart and soul in recreating this play. They only rehearsed for three and a half weeks and did a production like it was second nature in knowing all the songs and acting! The theatre was perfect and intimate for this recreation! This was our first time here and looking forward to going back for other plays!

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    Jennifer S.

    Finally visited this historic theater as I purchased tickets to attend Ten Tiny Dances where 10 acts (sometimes 1 dancer, sometimes 4) were performed on a 4x4 foot stage. Incredibly intimate and varied artistic expression that was brought to life in this particular setting.

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    Excellent and low key. Quick in and out, great people. Saw Carrie and the actors had shockingly amazing voices. Can't wait to go back.

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    Incredible production! Broadway level experience, stunning talent and overall amazing night out. 10/10 would recommend.

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    The Walrus

    3.8
    (630 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Nice looking bar and restaurant. They converted old wooden doors into tables which adds to the…read moreaesthetic. Lots of seating and TVs everywhere but all playing the same content. My waitress Brei was super friendly and had a bright smile. She helped recommend the Shrimp Po Boy and it was such a good choice. I got the sweet potato fries as my side. I'm not exaggerating when I say the food came out lightning fast, literally within 4 mins. But it tasted so fresh. I really couldn't believe it. The sandwich was very tasty and the sweet potato string fries were nicely done with just the right amount of crisp. Prices were very reasonable. Good option for eats if u want something good and fast

    We ate post graduation meal at the Waleus tonight we had a reservation for 12 and 11 of us showed…read moreup on this cool rainy night. We we famished since it was 8:30 p.m. The did accommodation us with a lower table since on member of the party was elderly and in a wheelchair, with the statement that "this is a bar more than a restaurant". I would thereby say they are not truly ADA accessible oe friendly as one would hope. But as I said we had made the reservation and figured we'd make the best of it. Some of our appetizers got lost and were so late they took them off the bill. Some of our appetizers arrived cool or cold upon arrival, but we were so hungry we ate them. Plus it wasn't like anyone came back to check on us, or ask how was everything or refills. It wasn't until I went back to the bar and asked for refills that we were even visited again. I know our server was also seeming to be the bartender too. I don't think we'll be back and never with any handicapped friends who can't sit at a high top table. I would say the hopes were high but the experience was almost a total dud. Those who got the chicken Alfredo liked it and it was hot. After spending over $220 for the 7 people I paid for with only 1 alcoholic beverage and mostly burgers and appetizers. I would recommend spending your money elsewhere.

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    The Bluestone

    3.0
    (92 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    First time at this venue, but I'm a fan. This show wasn't sold out, so plenty of room to talk…read moreabout. I'm a fan of the tiered platforms. There is little to no seating- standing room only, but really good views of the stage. One of the more intimate and personal Venus I've been to. Drinks are expensive, but they always are. Multiple bars for your beverage of choice. Quick service, friendly staff.

    The First Baptist Congregation in Columbus built the cathedral now housing the Bluestone in 1898…read more Much of the architectural elements remain, while the purpose of the structure has fundamentally changed. It has been converted into a multi room entertainment venue, hosting large regional and National acts. As it is easy to imagine, the acoustics are superb. The ambience is special in that it is not a plain, bland, run of the mill auditorium. The several concerts that I have attended here have had strict security entrance requirements. This can result in lines of people queuing up, waiting to be screened and cleared. This of course can result in some delay for entry. My advice is to show up early in order to accommodate this extra time needed. I have posted some photos of the line so you can have a better idea of what goes on. There is parking available nearby, but this is also an issue that should be thought out in advance. I have utilized car service when visiting Bluestone, which really just made things a whole lot easier.

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    KEMBA Live!

    KEMBA Live!

    3.0
    (253 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    I have to preface this by saying I have seen so many of my favorite artists here and have many…read morewonderful memories. This is specifically geared towards The Last Dinner Party show held 6/9/26. The band was fantastic and are up there with the best live bands on the planet right now. However, it was so f*king HOT in the venue even the band were looking out for people passing out. It's not the venue's fault it was humid, but they could have taken measures like turning the AC up or having a couple of designated free water spots. I have seen this at places like the Salt Shed in Chicago where there were ample free water stations on hot summer nights. I could feel the venue squeezing the few extra dollars out of the crowd.

    I came here with some friends for a Houndmouth concert and I was pleasantly surprised!…read more The venue might be small, but it was honestly the perfect size!!! You feel close to the stage but know you won't be trampled!! They even have Mikeys late night slice - delicious when youre looking for a quick bite!! The only cons are the drinks are still overly expensive and you can only bring it pretty small bags. I was lucky my friend drove and I could put my purse in her car, but it kinda sucked having to walk back to the car when my bag wasn't even that big to begin with! Regardless, the concert and venue were both great! I would totally come back if another band I like comes !!

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    View of the stage from the very back of the lawn. Still an excellent view!
    View of the stage from the very back of the lawn. Still an excellent view!
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    A and R Music Bar

    A and R Music Bar

    2.6
    (55 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    This venue layout is not ideal for a show. The columns are in the way of multiple viewpoints for…read moreviability of the stage. Worst of all, the Staff is vile. Bag policies increased since my last visit. You can no longer bring in "noise machines" which I guess includes those keychain alarms. The front bag check, took my alarm, and said I'd have to get it back after the show. My safety is in danger. The food option is a pizza window. It was okay. It was no taste of Chicago. Acoustics were fine, but not the best. Sucks because they get good artists here. The band we saw was so so good. They deserved a better venue. The venue just is not up to par with others. I also am not convinced the fire suppression is sufficient and think the city inspector should review, before someone poisons the waterhole. Also not very ADA accessible, at least not in the front entrance with those concrete steps. The bathrooms were moderate - but it was not as nice as the bathrooms at the Statehouse down the street.

    This is hands down my favorite concert venue in Columbus. It's small, so you definitely won't be…read moreseeing any mega-stars here. But for smaller artists' concerts, A&R gets everything right. I've seen at least ten shows here, and I'm sure I'll be back. The staff have always been friendly and helpful. The venue feels intimate. There's hardly a bad place to stand because it's a small space, so views are always nice. You don't have to get there hours early to get a good spot like so many larger venues. They have good drink options and a Mikey's Late Night Slice in-house, which serves excellent pizza. Prices are a bit high, but I've never been to a concert venue where they aren't, so this is par for the course. What really puts A&R over the top is their indoor/outdoor setup. There's a large garage-style door that they open during nice weather, which leads to adjacent outdoor seating. This is LOVELY if you'd like to have a smoke during the show, which wouldn't be possible at many other venues. It's also just nice to get the option to stay inside where the views are better and energy is higher or go outside and chill while still getting a solid vantage point. Overall, A&R is absolutely the place to go in Columbus if you like smaller concerts.

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