Long Beach Playhouse

★★★★★Debbie Fogel

What a great local theater! I recently learned about this theater, being invited to a show and realized I pass by it weekly and never knew it was there. The show Harvey is heading I to its last weekend, and it was great! I would definitely support these actors again. Looking forward to future shows. P.S. Every seat has a full view!

★★★Mic “LM” Hob

Congratulations! I found a theater that beat the Pantages in discomfort! I know its an old venue but these are the worst seats I have ever had the displeasure of sitting in for so long. By the end of show my behind hurt, my knees hurt. It was just awful. This is also the first time in my many years of show going I saw (and heard) people leaving during intermission due the discomfort of the seats. One lady even screamed in the narrow passage way to I assume the rest of her party (MY KNEES CANT TAKE ANYMORE). Her husband then said yeah Im running her home and ill be back. This was my first time going to this theater so my first impressions were good at first. Staff seemed personable. We went to see August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean. I have never been to a theater in a U shape before. I have decided I dont care for it. There were so many times where I didnt know what was going on because the actors back was to me. I dont know if there was a kiss, a nose snuggle, who knows. My partner also point out that in one scene on our side we saw that one actor was rubbing anothers foot. This was how the piece came back from the dark. He pointed out that the folks on the other side had zero clue because they just saw her back. He also pointed out how much wasnt really used and the set could have been "pushed back" for better viewing and I agree. I also found it distracting for me to see the audience across, folks were laughing and speaking in times that didnt call for it and for someone like me who is ever observant it was a distraction. Final complaint the smoke machine was too much for me. It literally made me start coughing. The people I was with also said it got to them in other ways. The sound was good, lighting good. If I am invited back to a performance at this place as I was this time, I would have to see the run time of the piece. This piece went on for almost 3 hours and oh how could I forget started close to 20 minutes late! Just not cool man. As a first time goer it made me wonder if this is the norm for this theater and would have to keep that in mind as well.

★★★★★diane stewart

Every seat offers a clear view of the stage front and center. Very intimate setting allowing everyone to be fully immersed in the performance. Love it.

★★★★★Michael Bradley

I had an incredible experience at a performance of Fiddler on the Roof which I've never seen before. The actors, who are all volunteers, put their all into their acting. I experienced the main stage which is very cozy and personal while being able to accommodate a lot of people. Staff is friendly, and the coffee at intermission is not to be missed. Thank you all for a great and unforgettable night! Edit: I've since been to a production of Dr. jekyll and Mr. Hyde and can say it was incredible and very memorable performance! Unforgettable in every way.

★★★★★Alfredo Garcia Jr

Our first time to this playhouse and it was awesome! The venue gives you a close up and personal experience with the actors/actresses. There is not a bad seat in the house! We saw the Addams Family musical comedy and what a performance! There is a nice bar where you can buy your libations or snacks. We will be back!