Charline McCombs Empire Theatre — Attraction in San Antonio

Extra points for the attention to historic detail and preservation. Classic early theater style with 3 levels of seating plus side boxes. Note many features are original, so the wooden seats are narrow, the steps to and in the Mezanine are narrow (your foot is longer than the stair is deep) so going down you almost have to step sideways. The stage has ornate and beautifully restored woodwork surrounding it. The lighting and views are good. This is a small-to-medium sized theater, so you're never too far from the stage. I wouldn't pay $200/ticket and expect to see a five star play here, but I don't think they cater to that market. Great nostalgic experience. If you must have a cavernous theater experience that seats 5000 with cushy seats, this is...

Show was decent, shorter than expected. Only family on top floor so the freedom to sit wherever we pleased was nice. Only draw back was that they closed the bar immediately when the show started and parking was a bit high for only a hr and a half. 10 bucks flat rate. Plus, signs would help where to enter. Every door locked on main stretch have to enter from side entry.

Show: (Kids musical of Madagascar the movie) 6.75 *Would ranked higher but they only did the first movie which was a let down. With tickets for 4 adults and 4 kids along with 3 hr road trip to the theater and with the understanding that it was going to be a two hour show. Which it wasn't.

I'll wait till the next one comes...

First time visiting this theater. Seemed a little chaotic, and uncoordinated when patrons were allowed to enter the doors after scanning tickets, but not allowed to enter the theater. It was over crowded until one of the ushers suggested to the ticket scanners to not allow more in until the doors opened. There was a bar so some bought drinks, but it was too packed for most. Once inside the theater the employees were very nice and accommodating. Asking if you need help finding your seats and escorting some. Once inside, it was nice clean. The seats I purchased were right in the middle row, perfect 👌🏾 view. The comedy show was great, Anjelah...