Attended an event with my child. The theater is on the smaller side compared to others. The seats are comfortable and offers enough leg space. The mezzanine seats offer Good viewing from both sides. Food and beverages are not allowed. Bathrooms are clean. Offers a variety of events and shows for all ages.1,2,3 station very close (less than a block).

We went to see Emeline Michel perform and it was great! We sat in orchestra row K, in the aisle and we could see the stage very well. The seats were comfortable and there was plenty of legroom for most. The sound and lighting was perfect and didnt disappoint... just wish the show was a little longer!

There are many great performances that are held at Symphony Space. My wife and I recently went to The Best American Short Stories Of 2019 where three actors read three stories that were included in a recent anthology. The theater was packed and I sensed that the majority of the audience were frequent attendees of other events at the theater. Check out their website!

I was happy leaving the house tonight with my husband to attend and support my friend, the founder of the Strawberry One-Act Festival, when the rude and condescending ticket/door woman ruined the night for us. She impatiently yelled at me just because my phone screen was not bright enough for her to scan.Turn the screen brighter! Brighter!!! Brighter!!!!!! She yelled to my face as if I dont understand English.I paid less money to see shows at the Carnegie Hall and yet the workers are much more pleasant and accommodating.I dragged my husband after the first play because all I could think of was the nasty woman at the door. She ruined the whole experience for me.It was my first time at the Symphony Space and Im never coming back!

I visited Symphony Space a year ago to see Sweet Honey In The Rock; acoustic was excellent. Yesterday I taxied friends, and this was a pit stop on the tour of NYC.

Good theater. I went there for coverage of a movie premier . Good place for media point of view . Press gallery is well equipped with all the facility fir video and audio equipment.Also good for public point of view . Enough space , seats are comfortable, audio system works good . Convenient location.

Cute theatre space. Not too big, so feels small and intimate. The chairs are just moderately comfortable, if we had attended a show that was over 2 hours, it might have been too long for those seats. Otherwise, perfect for an enjoyable and intimate show. Plus, there are plenty of food options within one block of the theatre AND the subway is right across the street - both of which make this a very convenient location for a fun night out.

This is a cute little theater. We sat in the balcony. While some of the seats have a limited view up there (you get a warning before buying a ticket), ours was perfect. Great sound quality. I especially like this venue for a kids show, it is large enough to feel like a big show, but small enough to feel intimate. My only real criticisms would be, consider where you put the merch table- it jams up the door. Also, I think the meet and greet space was oversold.

They have some excellent events, and the seats are such that it is easy to see from anywhere.I am pretty tall (510) and my knees did not even graze the seat in front of me. I am a womens size 16/18 and the seat was wide enough that I didnt even think about it until Id left.

My friends homegoing service was done here. The sound was excellent. The staff was helpful. She would have been proud for such a wonderful send off.

I have been coming here for the Banff and Reel Rock film festivals for 2 years now. And its always fantastic! The space is large and well laid out, with good views from all seats. Its clean and well kept with friendly staff.Drinks and food depend on the events so I cant really comment too much.I would say that I would be happy to see a performance here any time.

Really beautiful presentation from the Irish Arts CenterI wish the drink choices were better, but everything was nice. Really enjoyed my first visit.

My Spiritual Center meets here. Wonderful atmosphere. Easily accessible with elevator on ground floor and near an Express stop on the subway.

Very clean and spacious. Nice little bar area. Might come here again.

GREAT SHOW. ASASE YAA WAS AMAZING.

Nice nice venue. Unique programming. Good value. I should go here more often since its near my work.

They have a lot of positive energy, they were exceptional dancers and I hope to go again very soon.

Really first rate theatre, nice sound system and chairs. Attentive staff.

Wonderful theater !! Its very convenient to the #1 train - really nice place.

Conveniently located near the subway station. Well run facility. Enjoyable time.

I love the space! I go as often as I can.

Always great to step foot in such a great and beautiful theater space and an honor to have been the guest speaker for Unity of NY the Sunday before Thanksgiving ️

Nice theater with side mezzanine levels and bar in basement.

A wonderful, right-sized place to hear music.

Nice clean small theater employees were very nice as well

Sweet Honey In The Rock Was Magnificent! This Is Sweet Honeys 45th Anniversary Concert and Regina Carter Joined Them. Symphony Space Rocked Tonite!

A great venue with comfortable seating. A little bit on the smaller side for a theater but its very interesting that there is a little store in the lobby.

It was really nice. The seats were comfortable and the coordinators were very proffesional. Also the bathroom was not as terrible as I thought it would be

Went to see Fally Ipupa preform live here. It has an awesome and kind staff. The balcony seats are great, in my opinion, for viewing the stage unobstructed. They have a bar (Bar Thalia) down stairs and a smaller that closes early on the same floor as the stage. The Symphony Space is conveniently located at the 96th Stop of the 1, 2, 3 train.

A classic when it comes to venues for hosting various events especially any of a theatrical or musical nature.

Richard Thompson request note was so much fun!

Matthew Husseys Myths of Love was held here. What a wonderful evening. What a beautiful old theatre.

Love the variety of shows this theater offers. Went to see rainbow fish with my 3 yo and was so impressed!

Beautiful theater! Always a great show going on.

Under 30 tickets for 20 bucks, for the same price of a movie we had a really fun night listening to kyle maclachlan read short stories. Seats were Row F. Small venue, everyone has a good view.

Nice venue for a concert. Good acoustics. Seats are comfy with a lot of legroom, a rarity for a theater in Manhattan. Garage across the street is run by Icon, with typical NYC usurious rates, we paid fifty bucks for 3 hours. If you can use mass transit to this location, the 1, 2, and 3 trains have a stop for 96th St right outside the theater. Recommended.

Lovely place. Staff was very friendly

Superb, definitely worth checking out

There are a few theaters in this building. We went to the one downstairs. It is a more compact theater but not tiny. The stage is a decent size - the dance troupe was able to perform no problem. There is a lighting booth and dressing rooms in the wings. There is an exit that leads directly outside.

My Sunday community go to place! 9:30 am, the Quest. Bring your breakfast or something to share How was your week? discussion. 11 am service begins. Inspiring music provided by Broadway & off Broadway per- formers. Speakers on self realization. No Amen corner here. Life is what you make it. Think positive. Believe in yourself. DONT start your week with out it! Cordially invited to coffee & conversation at Whole Food or a tea/coffee/hot chocolate bar after service.

The food is excellent The place is not real big so it gets crowded

Symphony Space is a New York City treasure! My wife and I have been members for 15+ years and have enjoyed Selected Shorts, movies and concerts there. They have really expanded/broadened their offering and you see a lot more younger people in the audience. Definitely worth checking out their programming.

Its a nice theater, very close to subway station.

In the George Harris Show, Venezuelan comedian, excellent room, the sound very good, spacious and organized.

Idk. Its a theater not really something I would think to rate. But it had a floor a ceiling. Some lights, pretty much everything I could ask for.

Just went to a cold reading there and I had fun!

Had a wonderful time Capone and his crew was

The Magnetic Fields were fantastic! The seats, not so much, uncomfortable....

Interesting events held here. Wait line is outdoor so depends on weather

The Mayors 2019 speech happened here, and I was fortunate enough to be a part of it, and Ill never forget the experience. It was riveting! The hall was an historic experience in it self.

Beautiful Space. With a long history of community-building events. Comfortable seating on main floor and balconies offer very good view of stage in most cases.

Projector failed, and they couldnt offer reimbursement because they dont sell the tickets.

THE SEATS WERE CRAMPED AND THE UPPER LEVEL IS NOT VERY COMFORTABLE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU WITH SOMEONE ELSE. GREAT SHOW THOUGH!

Small, but intimate theater. Not a bad seat in the place.

Went to see Patti Smith speak for One Book One New York 2019. The ushers were knowledgeable and courteous. The seats packed VERY tight so I was glad I was the 3rd seat from the aisle.Clean bathrooms. Clean floors. Good views even though I was sitting in the back (row R) and I was able to see Ms. Smith without craning my neck and the acoustics were good. What more can you want from a performance venue?#theater #showvenue #uws #nyc

It was the first time that I ever attended to an or hestra.. I’m speechless with how skillful these young adults from Columbia University Orchestra are.. Woww!!! I really enjoyed this event.. Had a really great time... I must also give props to Jeffrey Milarsky( Conductor of the orchestra) which did a great job!!!

Comfortable! Saw a super show with a Gambian FEMALE kora player, Sona Jobarteh. Gotta her this artist and when in NY see what SymphonySpace has to offer.

Pretty nice place, convenient location for public transportation, Performances take place in the 760-seat Peter Jay Sharp Theatre or the 160-seat Leonard Nimoy Thalia. Programs include music, dance, theater, film, and literary readings. In addition, Symphony Space provides literacy programs and the Curriculum Arts Project, which integrates performing arts into social studies curricula in New York City public schools.

This is one of the best theaters in NYC to see a movie/performance...anything. It was designed with human beings in mind. zI love it there!

Beautiful Arts space.. I was impressed with this best kept secret..I saw Man of The House Produced and Directed by Andre Davis.. Wonderful experience..

Banft Film Festival was AMAZING

We performed our Stage Play The CheckList here. Great experience. Sold out crowd. Loved it.

It it was great until dr. Ruth came on... That brought the whole show down... Matthew is so contemporary and dr. Ruth is so in the past... Matthew doesnt need any help... He was fabulous on his own and his body language showed how uncomfortable he was as the show was not going in the direction he wanted it to go... Beginning video at the start of the show was great! Video on his Resort needs to be updated as it did not seem as professional as one would expect it to be... Needs new marketing team! Keep up the good work Matt... Youre helping so many people!

The performances were lovely and the actors, dancers, singers, and instrument players did GODS WORK!!! P E R I O D T

I loved the atmosphere. My kids had a great time along with my colleagues.

A really nice, comfortable performance space with a cool bar. The staff was friendly and welcoming and the place seemed well-run. We did not care much for the Selected Shorts show we saw, but I would happily go back to see something else again at this venue-- nice to have a spot like this in the Upper West Side.

The ushers have no idea whats going on. Youd be better off putting on a blindfold and finding your seat yourself because it will be more effective than asking someone. Also the interior is really old and the bar is cash only.

Mohsen Namjoo

Cool performance space but the procenium arches flanking the stage seemed to block more than expected. Hopefully the folks take that into account when staging their shows there.The seats in the balcony were angled for optimal viewing. And acoustics were good (although I couldnt tell you if it was amplified).

Warren Miller Timeless premier

WENT TO THE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL, IT WAS GREAT AND INSPIRING,, ALWAYS REALLY GREAT SHOWS THERE.

Very good place, They have very nice staff and also is a nice place to listen classic music

Oklahoma-Sing Along.Sooo much fun.The room has a great sound system and there is not a bad seat in the house.

Lovely small venue and interesting performances. Quite varied offerings. We saw a tribute to Irving Berlin, which was excellent.

I love this place even know i did notcome yet but it looks amazing.........also i go to success academy crown highs

Nice event space. Comfy seats

Selected Shorts is a pure joy and if youre under thirty there is a huge discount

Nice theater but way too hot. Great location near convenient parking.

Great place to catch outstanding performances!

I like that this performing arts center is on the small side but its big enough for what you need and not so overwhelming. The space is clean, inviting and even has a little lounge area if you need a drink and bite to eat. I love that the bathrooms are clean and spacious and there is a Starbucks next door.

Always a fabulous night of short stories!

Always great experience. Polite stuff.

Great venue! Awesome atmosphere! I was sitting at the last row and still felt so close.

Loved the atmosphere and the show was Sounds(?) of Sinatra.Had VIP tickets and sat at a table. Excellent show, great food.

Amazing theater with great people.

The Education department here is second to none. They offer a program called All Write! to Adult Learners to enhance Literacy leaening. I love the fact that I applied and received acceptance into this program. I look forward to seeing the actors, working with other Educators, gaining exposure to intricate litetary pieces..The building is literally right in front of the train station. You cant miss it.

I love the events they host here. The theater space isnt glamorous, but its not bad. But any event they host is great.

Really nice place, seating charts for balcony were off from what I choose, but overall I had a good time.

I had a great time the show was very nice as well as the music

Small settings cozy

Really nice theatre with great cafe /wine bar

Small venue, great for families.

It was an amazing show with a cool but different culture. It was very exotic and it was also a nice learning experience. Visit anytime

I visit this location on Sundays for church.Unity NYC is the best place to go and receive powerful words that are invigorating to the soul.

Amazing!!! I got to meet my favorite author here so its the best place for me

Great venue and had a fantastic time at the Agatha Christie short story reading. Hugh Dancy was unbelievable. As in perfect.

Acoustics were really dry.

The venue is clean, a decent size, and staff was very professional. Highly recommended!

It was my first experience attending a show at this venue and I absolutely loved it! The atmosphere was amazing and during intermission, you can mingle with other attendees as well as purchase wine!

Great location. They have seats and bathrooms. Everything else bring your own