I'm all about that bass, self proclaimed bass baddie here, and I must say....FROST your sound…read moresystem has been upgraded! Just walking through the tunnel into the amphitheater was the vibe-iest bass trap a girl could dream of. This year there was a noticeable upgrade to the sound system and the Blackfest was filled with therapeutic vibes that could release dopamine in any depressed brain. Talk about a neural reset here, lovely! And who wouldn't love a setting filled with eucalyptus trees and the loveliest melanated crowd you can find in Silicon Valley. Hats off to the organizers of Blackfest for ALWAYS delivering such high quality performers. JID and SAMARA CYN at Stanford? My dreams really have come true. Like JID said, keep on manifesting...you're keeping something really beautiful alive with this festival.

Outdoor music venue on Standford campus. Came with some friends since they recommended it. Its…read moresimilar to the Greek at Berkeley but much more flat, the good thing is the venue is smaller so you can get a better view from anywhere inside. The worst part about this is if you want to go to the bathroom or meet someone at the entrance when it starts getting crowded you are awkwardly stepping over people and constantly saying "excuse me". The shows go on unless the weather is "extreme". So if you pre buy tickets and it rains be prepared to go in rain gear. When we went it rained the day before but the grass was luckily dry. The sound system and lighting are well designed were it felt like we could clearly hear the music. There are drinks and food available but once the show starts you will have to awkwardly walk over people to get food and drinks. I came after work on a Thursday and the piece of pizza I had for dinner was HUGE and satisfying.

When the kids were younger I remember taking them to a "my first ballet" at this location. They…read moreoffer fantastic atmosphere at this iconic theater. There truly are no bad seats in this venue. Today we enjoyed the Nutcracker! The venue was clean and all dolled up for the holidays! The perfect setting to be delighted my sugar plum fairies! What made for an especially fun afternoon is that we were able to take a stroll around Christmas in the park as well! Perfect little afternoon!

We went to the symphony to see the Nutcracker. When you walk in,it feels like a old time theater…read more It was decorated for the holidays. The first place we went to was to get a fresh baked chocolate chip cookie. I ve seen many productions of this classic ballet. This was a modern reimagining of the classic with San Jose as the backdrop. Same great music just slightly different dancing. If you're expecting the classic ballet,this is not for you. But I want to stress that this performance will definitely keep your kids attention. Definitely worth the money

Within the Music Deptarment complex on the Stanford campus lies a very intimate performance/lecture…read morehall. Maybe a hundred or so seats, it was a great place to see Charlie Hunter and Scott Amendola for the start of Stanford Jazz Fest. It maybe rare to get to see a phenomenal act like them here, but if you do get to see a performance in the venue, the acoustics and proximity will wow you

They really delivered on the art at this event. Beautiful and creative paintings, pottery, and…read morestained glass, one of my favorite vendor booths being Richard Curtner's Collage Art. There was no shortage of wine tents either, including Naumann Vineyards and Shunyi Cellars. The festival took place near State Street Market, so I opted to grab some snacks there rather than from the various food vendors on site. But the offerings were pretty decent, ranging from asian street food to paella. Of course, ice cream and funnel cakes too. I enjoyed the live music, with rotating bands on multiple stages. Caught a performance by the Jazz Connexion at the Veterans Community Plaza and the Wanderers in the early afternoon on the main stage, with a playlist including Walk Like an Egyptian by the Bangles, Bruno Mars' Treasure, and Everybody Wants to Rule the World. The sound system was pretty bad, but the musicians were good as usual... I've actually seen them perform at other local events before and have been a fan for years. There were tables and seating provided as well, though most people squeezed into the shaded area while I was there. All in all, I had a good time, and I appreciate that it was free admission.

This was an amazing art and wine festival. It was easily a city block worth of booths and a…read morewonderful array of vendors. We purchased a really cool print from a so cal artist. Prices of wine were reasonable, I got a solid cup of white for $8 (4 tickets.)

This is always such a great venue to come and see a show. It has an underground free parking…read moregarage. It's easily accessible if you have any mobility issues. The theater itself is very intimate and allows you a good seat no matter where you are. The staff is friendly and helpful. All shows from my experience, have been reasonably priced. Before the show grab something to eat, a cup of coffee, or even a glass of wine at the Bean Scene Cafe which is linked to the theater.

Excellent location on Castro Street in downtown Mountain View. I come here for specific…read moreperformances each year. Spacious theater with plenty of spots to practice or do rehearsals before showtime. Staffs are great communicators and are always helpful. This place has been around forever and City Hall is a great place to gather or use public restrooms as well. Cafe is easily accessible next door. If you come here in December during the annual Christmas Tree Lighting event, you won't be disappointed. Colorful Christmas vibes everywhere. There's a good sized local park behind it and you can easily park on the streets which are all walking distance. Besides ballerinas and dancers, you get to watch singers, group choirs, and many more colorful entertainments on the outdoor stage area. Inside stage is usually reserved for larger popular shows. Yes, dressing room and areas for practicing before performance time is well set and they're usually on time moving groups in and out as scheduled. Love the backstage area and scenes. Good feeling inside and outside.

This music fest, hosted by Jazz 91 KCSM, is an annual event taking place at the College of San…read moreMateo in between the Library and Theatre. Two stages were set up, one in front of each of these buildings, along with long and lovely fountains, creating a picturesque setting for live jazz. Plus, free admission and free parking (though visitor parking was a bit confusing to find, since a few lots had signs noting they were only for vendors and musicians). The event featured awesome performances by various bands on the Main Stage, including Electric Squeezebox Orchestra, Larry Vuckovich and his ensemble performing great tunes like Manteca, and the amazing musicianship and vocals of Kim Nalley: Three Ladies Sing the Blues. I also caught the performance of the SF Jazz High School All Star band on the Youth Stage, the young musicians showcasing their talents on the keyboard, trumpet, saxophone, drums, bass, and violin. There was no shortage of food and drink options, with six food trucks and a coffee shack on site. Lines were short or nonexistent, and I was able to enjoy a yummy gyro quesadilla from Falafel Fresh. Vendors and organization booths included Old Skool Cafe and Mango Blossom Apiary (local wildflower honey). Lots of seating too, campus structures in various locations, chairs provided for the event, and grassy fields with plenty of space for stretching out both in shaded areas and in the sunshine which was comfortable on a bright and breezy Saturday afternoon. I was able to lay out my mat, do some reading and relaxing, and of course, appreciate the beautiful sounds of latin rhythms, funk, and blues filling the air.

Not enough bands. Too much talking and not enough music. They must have had a hard time getting…read morebands. Especially at the youth stage there were huge hour gaps between bands. Stanford group very small unlike last year. I wanted to hear the All stars but they were on late and couldnt stay do to the wind. I wish they would put some of the large bands on first . The amplification was too loud and took away from some of the bands . They claimed this started 20 years ago yet I was there in 1990. It was better when they charged admission .

Enjoyed my play. Liked how modern the playhouse was and clean bathrooms. The staff are very helpful…read moreand there's a pretty sizable bar area.

I had a delightful evening at Theatre Works at Lucie Stern! Here's the scoop if you're thinking…read moreabout visiting: P A R K I N G + Ample free parking in the lot or nearby street parking. If you're like me and late sometimes, you'll be happy to know there's plenty of parking to go around. A M B I A N C E + The theater seating is consecutive straight rows like an auditorium, so every seat has a good view. We had assigned seating. Theater was clean and cozy. + The chairs were comfy, not the kind where you end up stiff if you've got long legs. + There are ADA seating available, and specific shows with ASL interpreters. + Concessions and restrooms are super close on the right of the theater when you enter the front doors. + The acting, stage design, and music were superb. The stage design was very elaborate considering their low budget. +++ The fake snow falling outside the theater after our show was a lovely touch. C O N C E S S I O N S I didn't partake in any as I came directly after dinner. They had several options from Famous Amos cookies, m&m's, wine, beer, hot chocolate, and tea. There wasn't a bag check, so you could bring outside snacks if you wanted to. + There were lots of free cookies and wine after the show. S E R V I C E + The staff were helpful in assisting us in finding our seats. T L ; D R All in all, I would highly recommend Theatre Works to anyone looking for a chill evening out. Whether you're a musical lover or just looking for something fun to do, this place is a winner! I'll be back for another musical in 2025!

excellent music. Played the Mahler 2nd. Very well done…read more excellent music. Played the Mahler 2nd. Very well done.

We are so fortunate to have this wonderful music collective in the Bay area. Thank you to each and…read moreevery orchestra member for bringing great music to us!