Raven Performing Arts Theater — Attraction in Healdsburg

Wonderful show, really enjoyed it, but nearly missed it due to the bizarre check-in requirement at the unmarked table that anyone would assume was for Will-Call tickets, like at every other theater I've ever attended. Stood in one line trying to get in, ticket in hand, until I got close enough to see there was a table blocking the doorway, so I went and stood in the other, longer line, and when I finally got in the door, was informed I had to go back to the other line and check in. Really poor communication, people. Just hang a sign over the table telling us we are required to check in first and then go to the other door. It's fine for people that already know the secret, but for heaven's sake, don't assume we can tell what is going on with the weird check-in requirements, blocked doorway, etc. I nearly had to leave, I was so frustrated. Wasted at least 15 minutes just trying to get in the doors with my $50...

This theater has a long history gives it an amazing charm. If you think of big corporate theaters, this is the opposite. It feels both familiar and important at the same time. We just went the Healdsburg International Short Film Festival at the theater and had an amazing time!! The staff was welcoming and helpful and everything was really nice. Also, the film selection was rich and memorable!

It's the home of the incredible Healdsburg International Short Film Festival, where each Fall, filmmakers from all over the world show their cinematic creations to a...

Went last night to see Los Lobos. We left after 3 songs, not because of Los Lobos but because of the horrible sound system. The Raven is too small for this type of music. You couldn't understand what the singer was singing and the music just bounced of the walls. We were not the only people to leave and to have to leave after paying $85 each was very disappointing. We will go again to see Los Lobos, but never again at The Raven. Forced to give one star so...