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    The Moore Theatre

    3.2 (286 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    (9/21/24)
    Marie B.

    Glad this older venue remains in downtown Seattle near 2nd & Stewart. Other similar but updated venues include The Paramount and 5th Avenue Theater. Event tickets can be purchased online or via box office. Decent acoustics. Lobbies have merch and beverages can be purchased during the event. Clean women's restroom, but broken or unrefilled soap dispensers.. I've only attended two events here in a thirty year span and observed no interior updates. Speaking only to the upper balcony section (there's also a middle balcony and main floor levels). Tight seating, no railing at the aisle stairs.

    Sheng Wang, 2024
    Eva M.

    Hopefully, this review is logistically useful to the reader. - In downtown, questionable-ish neighborhood, come with a friend(s) please. - Parking is street parking; there are lots nearby. If the show starts at 8pm and you're driving here, street parking is the best deal cuz paid parking ends at 8pm. - I have attended several times now, and for every show, they open the doors later than they should. What that means is the line will snake around the block in areas that are not covered. Plan/dress accordingly for the weather and don't wear only a skimpy outfit cuz you're on a hot date. This is Seattle after all. - Because they open the door late, the show almost never starts on time. If you are chillaxing comfortably somewhere nearby (dinner, coffee, whatever), you are a-okay to show up at exactly start of show time. Trust me, the show hasn't started yet. - The line for beverage and snacks is always long (and kinda slow, too). Plan for that if you really want that cup of wine and bag of M&Ms. - The bathroom is downstairs. - I prefer ground floor seating (sorry, stating the obvious). The balcony seatings are fine, too. The second level seating feels like way-way-way up there. Visually, because the place is small-ish, the view is still ok. (For reference, smaller than Paramount, bigger than Neptune) The performers like to wave "hello, up there". - They offer free tours once a month. https://www.stgpresents.org/calendar/12511/free-moore-tour This place is old. It has its charms. Look up at the moldings and trims that are all painted white now. Not my favorite venue by any means, but I certainly will attend any show there if I want to see the performer.

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    Yan W.

    I went to this theater to attend my very first Kpop concert and it was with ONEUS :D Environment: it was small and I LIKE IT so you could see the stage pretty well even if you're sitting on the second-floor back-ish area. Maybe because the people followed the lines at the lobby but though it was small, it was very organized. Inside the theater, it was quite lovely. Yes, lots of steep steps so be careful but the colors, shapes, architecture of this theater was lovely and I enjoyed looking around while waiting. Staff: The security was quick, reminded me of the airport but the security and other staff were very kind, friendly, and helpful, too. This theater was easy to find and it was very close to Pike's Market. There are a few parking garages and fast foods around the area like McDonald's. Though that area could be considered a little sketchy at night, it was still fine with lots of lights and security walking and checking.

    Tara R.

    Old theater used for various shows. Been in the middle balcony a couple of times and the view is good. There is a bar and restrooms on that level. Remember the age of the building and things may be on the smaller side.

    Maria M.

    First time at The Moore and I'm asking myself now, WHY? The vibe! Awesomeness! Everything about this theatre was Amazing! First, we landed parking right behind the theatre for $25, not bad at all for Seattle parking. We had center floor seats, which was awesome but there really isn't a bad seat in the house. The line for drinks was long and the drinks are pricey but every concert venue has overpriced drinks and food. I expected it so I wasn't about to complain. I enjoyed the evening and I'd definitely see another concert here.

    Itty bitty uncomfortable seating!
    Steve S.

    One star is based on how comfortable the seating and temperature control is. It's a very old (120+ years) theater which is really awesome. It has a lot of really cool nostalgia and history inside. But to sit in these seats for a couple hours for a show was a horrible experience. I'm 6'-2" and 240lbs, my hips barely fit in the seats and my shins were pressed against the hard wooden seat backs the entire time. I spent more time trying to figure out a way to be comfortable than I did enjoying the show. On top of being physically uncomfortable, there is no air flow whatsoever! It was a cool evening (low 60's) and I was sweating bullets, can't imagine what it's like on a hot summer day. You could almost everyone was miserable inside. I ended up sitting on the concrete stairs for 1/3 of the show, luckily I had an aisle seat to do so. Oh, and an 8oz glass of crappy wine is $29. Be prepared if you're planning to see a show here, you've been warned.

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    Intimate historic theater. Seating is tight. Theater showing its age in places. Great show though.

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    Beautiful little theatre. It's great to see my smaller artists perform here. The snack and beverage are too expensive though.

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    Ask the Community - The Moore Theatre

    Is the second balcony worth it? I want to go for a concert and it’s the cheapest.

    Yep. It's a small theater. You're good wherever you sit.

    I am disabled.Will we be helped to our seats?we are on the second balcony and just found out today that you dont have elevators?

    You would need to call the theater for the answer to this question or call the venue from which you purchased the tickets and inquire about disabled access seating....

    Can I buy drinks /bring drinks to seat while watching the show?

    Yes, if you buy the wine tumbler, you can enjoy it in your seat. If you only buy the regular cup, then you have to drink it in the lobby before you can go to the seating area.

    How does general admission work here if it is all seated?

    Hi Thomas - when a show is general admission seating at The Moore Theatre, that means that seating is first come, first served. Depending on the event, general admission seating may be by section (main floor, first balcony, second balcony).… Read more

    Is seating in the center section, first few rows good viewing for a concert?

    At the shows I've been to, I haven't sat that close but around 10 rows back, and the first few rows were folding chairs that looked pretty uncomfortable and kind of awkwardly close to the stage.

    Do you have to be 21 to attend events at this location?

    No. It's a Theater, not a club venue. It is also at the discretion of the promoters for said event, but for the most part, that's very rare.

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