Theatre of Living Arts

I went to see Neon Trees, and the show was superb! Lighting was executed well. Sound was fine. When there was a small snafu or change needed, band improvised well.

Wish there was a meet and greet, but I know things have changed too. There were quite a few people waiting off to the side respectfully after show, but I was too tired to try. The security staff were very professional. They even have mini plastic bags with a paper tag to claim your item (smart) rather than just having you throw a perfectly good item away or leaving it off somewhere to risk it being wrongly taken by someone else.
Thanks to the two random ladies who took my picture too, the other two who let me take pics of the song list, and the gentleman who complimented me on my gear. ;)

Because of the gear I was in, I probably should've opted to try for a seat in the balcony. Standing in boots got super rough on my feet and a tight-skin suit for hours, but the tight skin, while not comfortable, was much more than "bearable."

The floor was sticky with beer or such. I'm not sure how much of it is bad cleaning and just people constantly accidentally or being really careless about making a trashy mess. This is typical for the main floor rather than an expectation for me to want it clean- although other venues I've been at, they've done a good job with this. I'm not a cleaning expert, and for this sort of thing, I'm not too sensitive as long as I don't accidentally sit on the floor because I fell or was hurt from standing, etc.

Always a fun time at a show here! Love the atmosphere and the great staff! Can't wait to see more shows here!

Stopped in for the first time to see Calum Scott, who is such a talented and gifted performer. He was opening for The Script at the Filmore but couldn't perform because he wasn't feeling well. The wait was well worth it for a full set with him soothing yet moving us with such intense lyrics. I would recommend seeing him any chance you get!

The venue is an intimate venue with couples and groups of friends being close to one another and close to others as they groove and jam to the beats of the music. Checking in was pretty easy with the staff member checking tickets and IDs outside. It was our first time there so wanted to enjoy it without drinks. Once you get there was a merchandise area set up with people slowly buying vinyl and t-shirts. There was also a small bar area that was selling drinks in cups and cans.

Going into the main area on the left there was another much large bar with some seated area which I assume you would need to upgrade your tickets for. Upstairs there are more seating areas; we waited for that area to be open online but they never did.

We found a small nook under the stairs that gave a decent spot to the stage. We weren't pushed around and asked to move from our vantage spot which was nice. Even got complimented for our little carved out spot while others tried to squeeze by to get to and from the bar. Sometimes it's best for you to just enjoy the atmosphere and make due with what you got. Others were enjoying themselves being in the front row or more center stage but the crowds started getting more packed as the night grew. Being there with my boyfriend was enough for me, I was content if he was!

I felt safe with a large police presence patrolling outside the venue. Just practice common sense and know your surroundings, the nearby eateries and shops looked like fun places to go before the music starts jamming and night descends on the area.

This place was so amazing! Reminds me of venues in NJ (some of which have closed - Hamilton Street in Bound Brook or Birch Hill in Old Bridge) where you are part of the music because you are so close to the stage. Got to see The Early November, Armor for Sleep and The Spill Canvas! Felt like I was back in high school. It was an amazing night and I got to meet some band members too.

Location is fairly convenient. Staff was great. But, I attended a sold out show and it was insanely crowded, no room to move. Perhaps too many people in the venue but it was definitely uncomfortable and unsafe. The small entrance area and merch stands add more congestion with narrow hallways and passages to narrow staircases making it very difficult to get to the bar or up the steps.

The house PA needs an upgrade too. The sound quality was pretty bad.

Awesome venue. Saw little dragon and they were amazing. Long lines to get in but security and staff made it seamless.

Great acoustics and good vibes. My only gripe are the people who bought tickets to talk the whole time about their personal lives, rather than enjoy the show.

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When I heard Mahalia was touring, I was buying tickets regardless of where she was performing. It just so happened to be at the TLA! Even I am surprised that last night was the first time I visited TLA. I'm a huge live music fan and go to multiple concerts a month. After many years of loving being in the front of a crowd, my preferences have changed and I need space. This has led my love for smaller, more intimate spaces. TLA is perfect for a smaller show!

I arrived ~30 minutes after the 'start time' and got into the very short security line. They checked IDs outside and gave wristbands there, if you went in without a wristband you would have to go back outside to get your ID checked and receive one. That was no problem for my group, we had our IDs checked and then went through security. They have a small bag policy but I did see some backpacks so I'm not sure it's strictly followed.

Inside was nice enough. The bathrooms worked and were relatively clean. They offered an 'over 21' section by the bar and a separate snack and drink section. Drinks were pretty standard for a music venue, if not a little less expensive than average. Merch is available right as you enter the venue.

Overall, I enjoyed the TLA because of it's more intimate nature, there really is not a bad 'seat' in the house. But note that it is majority standing room with limited reserved seats. There are also seats up some stairs above the standing room area, I'm not sure how you snag one of those.

Great medium-sized concert venue! The sound here is fabulous and ticket prices were very reasonable- at least for the show we saw (Of Montreal). Most of the place is general admission with standing only, but there is a small balcony with seating for which we paid an extra $8 per ticket, that has its own bar and very clean bathrooms. Everyone working at the venue was very pleasant.

Great place for concerts. I saw Jacob banks here, it was a great show but they need better ADA seats

Security searched my Altoid tin, thus contaminating my cinnamon mints, and made me plunk my umbrella outside in a bin, which is essentially theft.