I am a former subscriber who now lives in Baltimore. I just saw a play at Everyman Theatre that…read morewas incredible and perfect for TW. It was called DIFFERENT WORDS FOR HAPPINESS, written by Katie Kleiger. Every moment on stage was incredible. Please check it out Marilyn Steinmetz Marilyn4131@gmail.com

This was a fun night of theater. This show really kept me on the edge of my seat and I am really…read morehappy that I got to see an actress I was looking forward to seeing in person. Constance Shulman, famously known for her role in orange is the new black portraying yoga Jones and voicing as Patti Mayonnaise in the animation of Doug. Although this was a world premiere, it was really fun to watch a new fresh play produced by theaterworks. I really hope that this show goes very far and I was very captivated to every scene. Everyone's acting was top-notch and I'm planning to see the show again before it closes. It opened on July 30th and it runs through August 30th. If you are in Connecticut or in the area, stop by and catch a show you won't regret it.

I've been to a few shows here over my years in Hartford. I prefer the Webster to the Webster…read moreunderground, but I do think that it depends on the artist you're seeing and the vibe that you're going for. Security typically moves the lines very quick and merch is available when you first get in the venue. Every show I've been to has just been general admission so when you walk into the stage room, it's pretty big. There are two bars available and it's cute that they typically have specialty drinks that coincide with the artist's music. Shows here tend to be cheaper, but I think it is because the artist who performed here are typically a bit smaller but it's always a great time.

I ubered here and I think it makes a big difference because I wasn't trying to look for parking and…read morewalk. The venue is small and it's a vibe. They have a couple bars inside and the prices are pretty fair. Depending on event, I'd definitely revisit.

I love coming to the Bushnell to watch amazing shows. I seen three show here so far and had great…read moreexperience for all of them. They have good parking, which is right across the street. It might take time to get out of the parking after the shows but it is manageable. I suggest to get there early to get good parking, light snacks, and some merchandise. The merch line is usually long but it is organized. All the staff is friendly and willing to help if you have questions. Seating in the theater can be a bit tight but it is not too bad. Overall I love coming here when there is show I want to see but don't feel like going to NYC to watch it.

My only complaint was that the Bushnell Cafe was again not set up and we had to have Grab and Go…read morefood. My turkey wrap was dry since there were no packets of mayo available. The prices have gone up also! The show was fantastic! Still get teary eyed! Dancing and sings at end fabulous !!

Got to witness the historic partnership of TheatreWorks and Hartford Stage's production of Sweeney…read moreTodd. Brilliant production directed by Rob Ruggiero. I also enjoyed their specialty drink crafted by the Hartford Flavor Cocktail Parlor on Pratt st. It was delicious! was Made with Sour Cherry Vodka, Wild moon liqueur, Cranberry liqueur, and grenadine. It was smooth and it came with a special souvenir cup for $19 dollars. A bit pricey but the drink was enjoyable.

Come to see a Christmas Carol on its 25th year at Hartford Stage. There's a parking garage next to…read morethe theater and only costing $7 for the evening which is pretty decent. The doors opened about an hour or so before the show leaving enough time for concessions, bathroom and finding our seats. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house at all. We came for pre-opening night so the cast was rehearsing songs and it was lovely to get to hear the tunes before the show. The experience was entertaining and love that some of the cast came from the audience giving a different feel to the show.

Decided to no put my daughter In the program. They were not very friendly and welcoming.read more

This is a romantic and retro restaurant located within Foxwoods Casino. As soon as you come in the…read moremain entrance, take the elevator down one level. The ambiance was like a speak easy with a modern design. The food and drinks were good but a little pricey. Also, the restrooms are outside of the restaurant in the casino. This establishment plays live music, and the band was really good. I will definitely come back with friends to enjoy a night out.

Walked in on a Saturday night, there was no one eating there and no one working there except the…read morebar tender who was all alone. Felt bad for him. Not really sure how/why it is still open. I don't even know if they actually still do live music. The menu doesn't match the vibe they're going for. I kept looking at the wrong menu for the location outside of Boston which makes a lot more sense. The one in Foxwoods has chicken and burgers. We ended up just leaving. If they don't change things soon I don't imagine they will stay open much longer. Which is unfortunate because it's already a newer place. Definitely would start by getting employees and changing the menu.

The magic show was absolutely amazing. Chad Long had us mesmerized. We sat in the front row -…read moreright in front of him - and were unable to figure out how he did his slight of hand. Chad Long uses the audience, to perfection, in his performance.

"So what you gonna do When you look up one day…read moreAnd see your playhouse tumbling down?" (Graham Parker and the Rumour) In 2021, I fell into a nice post-retirement gig as a published free-lance writer. One of my articles was a profile of an extraordinary gentleman by the name of Eddie Jaku. https://aish.com/the-happiest-man-on-earth-eddi-jakus-inspirational-story-of-survival-forgiveness-and-love/ When I saw that his life story was now the subject of a stage play - "The Happiest Man on Earth" - being performed at the Playhouse on Park, well, I knew I'd be in that audience someday. I was there at today's matinee, and it was my first visit to the Playhouse. The theater doesn't have a dedicated parking lot, but we easily found a spot on Park Road. One very helpful usher scanned our tickets and a second guided us to our rows and seats. The seat numbers are easily visible and it's a snap to find your way. The seats were large and very comfortable, in my opinion better than those at the Bushnell. The theater has four rows of seats along three sides of the stage and seats a total of 160 customers. Each of the three sections has only four rows. So, although we sat in the last row of the center stage area, we were in the fourth row. There isn't a bad seat in the house. The sight lines were excellent, and the rows of seats are elevated just enough so you aren't staring at the back of the head of the customer in front of you. The show was a one-man tour-de-force by Robert Resnikoff who brought Eddie Jaku to life in an 80-minute monologue. His performance was supplemented by audio and lighting effects to recreate things like broken glass, train engines, gunshots, etc. Everything was very well done. What a great theater experience.

Gutenberg ! the Musical The 2 actors- Jeremiah Michael Ginn…read moreand John Wascavage and the pianist/ musical director/"orchestra", Miles Messier are absolutely amazing! I do not know how they have managed to create this play. Their acting and character portrayals with their song and dance and their " hats" is hysterical , full of laughter and so much fun to watch and enjoy! Latanya Farrell was our guest Broadway producer !! There is not a bad seat in the house. All of the shows we have seen the actors all play to the audience and it is very true of this cast! It is a must see for everyone!!

Excellent casting, acting, directing. So much fun! 5his was our first OHP experience and we were…read moremore than impressed. We will now be looking forward to attending many more of these musicals. Bravo!

"Come on up to the house And your singin' lead soprano"…read more(Willie Nelson) We heard a whole lot of altos and tenors and sopranos singing in the House last night, and loved them all. One of my work buddies mentioned that a family member was appearing in a show here, so we decided to check it out last night. I had not heard of the Opera House Players before. I learned they had a pretty impressive history. They are a nonprofit volunteer-based community theater group dating back to 1968. Oh, and they specialize in musical theater and perform it exclusively, presenting four shows per season. Their shows are currently presented at the Enfield Annex (the old Enrico Fermi School) at 124 N. Maple Street, but they are planning a move to 100 High Street. We saw the show "Newsies" last night, and we were so impressed by the set, sound quality, orchestra, and the overall talent on the stage. There was a lot of talented folks up there, ranging from about 20 children, all the way up to a few senior citizens, like those who played Joseph Pulitzer and Theodore Roosevelt. Of course the real stars of the night were the children, who seemed to be singing and dancing all night long. A few of the kids capped off their dance moves with cartwheel, somersault, and handstand flourishes on top of their dances. It was quite an impressive display of young talent across the entire stage. Bravo!

Ebaneeza now playing in Hartford at the Carriage House Theater was absolutely amazing!!! I can't…read morepraise this production enough. Very relevant to today's times, politics, current issues, cultural issues from the 1950s to today, local Hartford events and a little Mark Twain thrown in to boot! The cast was so energetic, enthusiastic and funny! Everyone did a fabulous job. I let my emotions flow with the show, laughed and nearly cried too. It really pulled at my heart strings. Hart Beat ensemble is not to be missed! And best of all free, safe parking across the street. People with mobility issues can easily be dropped off at the door. A small theatre with a big presence. Small concession table. And tickets only $25 with a policy that no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.

From the owner: Founded in 2001 by Steven Raider-Ginsburg, Julia B. Rosenblatt and Gregory R. Tate (1952-2012),…read moreHartBeat Ensemble is a Hartford-based performance company that creates theater productions based on stories drawn from contemporary life in Connecticut. Through Mainstage Plays Education and Presenting programs, HartBeat develops theater works that are accessible beyond the barriers of class, race, geography and gender.