We flew in to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. The theater was perfectly sized to embrace and enjoy the entire day. The entry process was well organized. The lobby was well configured and a blast to socialize in. The available foods and drinks were well prepared and tasty.The theater was stunning. Comfy seats in the orchestra section. Perfect sound. Seat delivery of food and drink was welcomed.The entire staff was so comfortable to be around and engaging. Seeing my friend’s cane, they flushed out an extra chair to make her comfortable while waiting.We would certainly return for any performance.

What an amazing experience! The Curran team members were helpful and insightful. The sound was amazing. The atmosphere perfect.My second time seeing Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Ive decided Ron Weasley is by far the best character in the play

Great Theatre! However it is much smaller than theaters in Los Angeles or New York, which is actually a good thing it makes the performances more intimate! Great location, but its SF so there are homeless everywhere, they are for the most part harmless. The Curran theater does allow you to bring in water which can be helpful for a long performance.

This was my first visit to the Curran theater. I was surprised at how beautiful and well thought out it is. The theater did a wonderful job hosting the Cursed Child, excellent views, great sound, lighting and effects. This is a top notch theater.

Beautiful theater! comfortable seats, helpful staff. Leaving takes awhile since there are only 2 narrow stairwells but otherwise an amazing experience.

I just saw Harry Potter and the Cursed Child here. The production itself was amazing but the staff were fantastic. Everyone was friendly and helpful and I have never experienced the bathroom organization they had during intermission. It was so fast and efficient and the bathrooms were so nice and clean and plenty of them. Thumbs up for Curran theater!

I have a TERRIBLE fear of heights or rather of falling. I dont do well walking down tall, steep stairs. We were seated in the balcony towards the bottom. I was petrified. One of the very sweet, police and professional ushers held my hand and walked me to my seat. To that usher I say THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!!

Great show and theater, just wish there was an easier bathroom situation

Gorgeous theater! We saw Harry Potter here and it was a perfect size theater. Use the bathrooms in the basement if seeing a play here as it goes much faster than any other bathroom lines in the theater.

The staff was truly outstanding. My daughter (adult) had a broken ankle. They very kindly let her trade her seat for an aisle seat so she could be comfortable with the big boot she had to wear. We were treated kindly and with respect.

Saw cursed child there and it was spectacular!!!! Love the attention to detail the Curran put in place for the show. Really enhances the whole experience.

Beautiful old theater that recently received a bathroom update that helps bring it into modern times. The seating is a bit tight if you dont know your neighbor, and can make for an uncomfortable evening depending on who gets the armrest! Otherwise, simply wonderful.

Saw Harry Potter Cursed Child, it was fantastic. Special effects and sets were amazing. Sat in Mezzanine back section and had great view of stage.Theatre was very warm to hot, uncomfortably so.Staff was very pleasant and nice.Overall venue was good, but too warm.

Extra star for the amazing staff. Tina-you went above and beyond for my son and me with the “owl delivery” but Tina was just one in a number of employees who were actively working to make patrons experience extra special.I would give the seating itself a 2 1/2 as I am 5’3” and the seats are so cramped. A good show will help you forget your discomfort and for me Harry Potter kept me focused on the show for 6 hours! BUT my back is quite sore today.Thank you Curran Staff you made an amazing show even better!!!!

Got to see Harry Potter here . Nice venue , quick tip: if you need to go to the bathroom during the intermission , make sure you beeline out of there, the lines get real long ...Real fast

Ive been back twice since the renovations completed and the theater looks great! Not so great is that all of the doors into the orchestra werent being manned so I had to double back to get a Playbill on my way to my seat. Also still leaving a bad taste is the demeanor of the staff when clearing the house after a performance.Harry Potter draws an incredibly young audience and when their elders tell them to wait in a specific spot while they go downstairs to the restroom, the staff should be cognizant of the situation at hand rather than force them to move to the other side of the curtain in the lobby. Seriously, having them remain on the entry level of the venue seems far more appropriate than leaving them to clog up the corridor on the lower level. A little tolerance here would speak volumes especially when considering the price of tickets.

The Jungle In SF. BUY TICKETS NOW! Before it’s too late (closes in May)!! If you have the means, buy it for someone else who doesn’t! This is NOT a theatre experience, it is a HUMAN experience!! An amazing way to try to get a glimpse into a piece of TODAY’s world that is foreign to most of us!

What a beautiful theatre! There was plenty of snacks, drinks, & souvenirs to buy. There was even a service that would bring snacks & drinks to the patrons that pre-ordered. Also there were helpers that kept the lines of people moving towards the bathrooms. The lighting, sets, costumes, magic,and acting was excellent! This play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child kept right to the script, was a fantastic life experience that was enjoyed by everyone.

The staff really helped make the Cursed Child memorable. They kept bathroom lines smooth moving and made sure guests who were running a bathroom break wouldnt miss the show. They are all wonderful people, continuously in character and their energy really was memorable. Friendly all around. I couldnt have asked for a better show!

Saw The Curses Child here a couple weeks ago! Such an amazing play! We sat in the loge area so we can see everything. Didnt seem like any eat was bad in this little theatre though. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable, the wait staff who were taking orders and bringing snacks back to seats were great. Only giving 4 stars because the seats are small and the aisles are tiny. If youre tall definitely snag an end seat.

A great theater with a surprisingly efficient and friendly staff. The theater setting for the Harry Potter show is reflected in the carpet, wallpaper, and other finely appointed decor.

Came here for the Harry Potter play. The theater is beautiful and recently redone (with Harry Potter specific decor). The one drawback is the awful layout and recommendation to arrive an hour before showtime. We ended up being crammed into the tiny lobby area for over 30 minutes before they allowed us to go to our seats, and trying to get to the bar or bathrooms was nearly impossible as they were blocked by crowds of people milling about. Recommend showing up 20-30 mins before showtime and save yourself some headaches. Also, the bathroom situation is intense and be prepared to wait 20+ minutes at peak times, especially if youre female.

The Curran is pretty great! They have some pretty diverse and edgy shows and will even get Broadway plays. Every time Ive been here Ive enjoyed it. Both the orchestra and the mezzanine are good seats but Ive never sat in the balcony. The snack choices are limited but they have some cool wine sippy cups.

Amazing structural transformation for The Jungle

Saw Harry Potter and the Cursed child. Facility and staff were top notch. Exactly the experience I had hoped for. The show itself was, honestly, amazing. I havent the words to communicate my enjoyment at the production.

Amazing theater, gorgeous, renovated, comfortable. Easy to find near Union Square. Posh new restrooms in the basement are large and well designed. Elevators for handicapped or elderly. Easy to use public transit, taxis or walk. A visual thrill to see it inside. Staff could not be nicer. Immaculately clean. A dream theater.

I came here to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts 1 and 2 and was nervous about our seats for they were very high up (balcony). The seats were pretty good giving a nice view of the stage. The bathroom lines were pretty fast and the bathrooms were very clean and sanitary. I will definitely be coming to more shows here!

This is pretty organized place. It isnt difficult to figure out where to sit because staff here is usually helpful and the rows and chairs are labelled clearly. This place inside and out is beautiful and helped make my experience of watching the Harry Potter play wonderful!

We visited from South Florida and witnessed the production of The Jungle. The creativity, ambience, and feeling of being in the actual show was like no other. The entire theatre was transformed to look like this refugee camp. Even staff were dressed down and looked the part. Staff was very friendly and helpful, even making sure I made it back to my seat before intermission ended and doors were locked.

Always a surprise and delight. This is what real theater looks like. Oh, and the building is stunning.

Very cool. Nice ladies restroom. Seats are small. Everybody who loves Harry Potter should go see it. Its so good.

I saw the cursed child parts 1 and 2 here and it was great. Bring your own water though because there are no drinking fountains and you have to buy water. The seats were a bit small but staff were very nice and extremely organized.

Caught a great production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child here! Awesome cast and great venue. Great practical effects and lighting. Staff are very courteous and helpful. Good selection of food and drink.

Excellent theater refurbished for Harry Potter and Cursed Child. Great food service at seat as you place order and food is delivered to your seat.

I am in town for the week on some leisure travel with my son. We caught a show at the Curran. It was Harry Patter: the cursed child parts 1 and 2. We sat near the back of the mezzanine, row J, seats 1 and 3. Even from the back of the mezzanine, the view was good. The Curran offered drinks and light snacks. Access to the mezzanine was easy. I believe I saw an elevator, though we did not use it. The Curran was perfectly suited for the magical show. The cast transformed from muggles to wizards, from one character to another, right before your eyes. The stage and props made the show even more exciting. I would come watch other productions at the Curran.

Awesome theater! We attended the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. We were seated in the orchestra section with great, clear views of the stage. Also, the theater is located very close to Union Sq and lots of restaurants.

Amazing ambience. Really liked the Harry Potter show here. A must watch! Want to come back for some another show.

We saw Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and it was amazing! The staff was awesome at the theater and the seats were very comfortable! Not a bad seat in the house! Just a warning that it gets cold in the theater!

Super disappointed with my experience at the theater. The accommodation for people to enter to too small and they crowd people in like animals. Then treat them as such once they ask for some relief. I told the staff I struggle with PTSD and asked if they could allow me to pass to a less crowded area, instead I was offed to leave. I would definitely suggest going to see any show anywhere else. Super disappointed in the experience at the theater which ruined my mood and mental health prior to show.

Attended Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Memorable performance filed with exceptional theatrical staging, wonderful performers and gracious theater staff. All should be commended for a job well done.

Very nicely refurbished. Comfortable seats. A great way to spend your evening in SF. Affordable tickets.

A beautiful and amazing venue. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Convenient to hotels and restaurants. We will happily attend shows and events at the Curran.

What a beautiful theater! Absolutely loved it. It was a little tight, so not thick person friendly. I am not the biggest fan of touching people I dont know. The staff was very helpful and appeared to love their job!

Its a beautiful theater, and you can get drinks and snacks delivered to your seat during intermission.The only shortcomming is that your personal space is rather small. We were in Mezzanine D10-14, and my knees/shins were hard against the seats in front of me. Im 62 with a 33 inseam.

Beautiful old theater. Tight passageways up and down the stairs, and tight lines for merchandise and concessions. Loved the concessions getting delivered to your seat, though. That was awesome!

The performance of The Jungle was terrific! A must see! The venue redesign is impressive. The Curran staff are knowledgeable and professional.

Just saw Harry Potter, the place is beautiful. The staff was helpful and friendly. They all seemed knowledgeable, ready and happy to help.

Beautifully remodeled and bears the same magical ambiance of that of the Lyric in New York. Still some small kinks to work out with the bathroom lines but they go fast. You will have plenty of time to buy merch after the show but sizes may run low of some items. Actors for Cursed Child may appear at the front of the alley to the right of the theater. No need to go down the alley and wait for them, the sidewalk is fine 10/24/19

Gorgeous, easy to find! Staff were kind, funny, and informative. Saw The Cursed Child from the mezzanine and have no complaints, easy to see the stage, sound was great.

Resort enjoyed the remodeled theaters show but the major problem is the seat pitch. Its definitely the smallest seat space Ive ever had the displeasure to sit in at a theater. Im not ridiculously tall but was extremely uncomfortable as was everybody around me.

Sweet vintage theater. A bit of a small stage and the seats and teeny tiny, but all part of the charm I guess. The architecture and decor are beautiful.

The leg room was severely lacking, at least in the balcony. I normally check that sort of thing on airplanes as I am a reasonably tall person, but this was bad even compared to airline economy. The play was okay, but I wont be going back here.

Such a cool venue in Union Square. Came here to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and the Curran helped to transform the experience. Absolutely love coming to historic venues like this and cant wait to make it back.

Beautifully ornate. Friendly security and staff. Small chairs with little leg room. Restroom is a change. I stayed close by a d went back to the hotel. It was quicker

The theater was beautiful and the staff was extremely friendly. Presently they have Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and their decor was fantastic. Like most theaters it is a bit cramped in the seats but they are comfortable and you can see the stage well.

It is a decent sized theatre.They recommend coming an hour early but they closed off the theatre area and many people had to stand or sit on the floor until 20 minutes before the show started.If you are shorter and want a better chance at an unobscured view, I would recommend you sit in the first row of the mezzanine or sit on the aisle edges of the left and right orchestra.There are three bars, and you can order to have things come to you at your seat.The lines for the bathroom was long but it went by fast.

Amazing place to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child! The railing for the Loge is nice and low so some of the best seats are the Loge and front rows of the mezzanine.

Beautiful theater. Im a first time subscriber and Ive been really happy with the quality of the service and shows. Ive had to change my show dates a couple of times and it worked out seamlessly with no charge. Highly recommend this fantastic theatre!

Honestly, it’s okay. It has very little leg room, it’s packed, and the lobby is VERY small. It’s nice they have the multiple floors, but the signage is upthe stairs so if it’s packed it’s hard to find your way. It’s a small thing, but this theater is full of small things.

This theater is simply gorgeous. Came here to see “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” The sound was great, and it seems like there’s not a bad seat in the house. The lobby can be cramped and crowded, but I’ve got to hand it to them...they’ve got the intermission bathroom rush traffic figured out. Trust their system!

Its a nice reminder of a bygone era. Very beautiful theater. I went there to watch the cursed child and they had decorated the whole place with Harry Potter themes (including security).

Great stage, and reasonably comfortable seats. Some of the best shows come through this theater.

Iconic place, but the seats rows were so close my knees and legs hurt against the row in front. The acoustics to hear the actors can be improved too.

Attended Taylor Mac there! The theater was great! The Audio and visuals were neat and great show. Id recommend this venue if you want to see your bands in an intimate atmosphere.

Went to this venue to see The Cursed Child. Absolutely amazing performance that really left viewers feeling the magic. The venue itself is decent but mostly a means to an end.Im a very tall and rather large woman. My friends and I sat on the uppermost balcony in row L, seats 101-103. This was perfect for our party of three as its right next to the isle and next to me (103) was the projection booth. Luckily this spot next to a large wall did not obstruct the view and the wall was nice and cool considering all the heat rises. There was no one seated behind me which was nice space wise and sidney grace to worry about blocking someones view with my height.The halls of the venue are old fashioned in that they are narrow for the amount of people being sat. The chairs are definitely designed for those without hips. Cushions were decent as I didnt have anything going to sleep on me during the performance. The rows are incredibly spaced height wise so if the person in front sits up straight you have a clear view. However, if they or the person directly in front of them lean forward in the seat, their head will be in the way.Wish they had more AC so bring a fan if you get warm. My second wish would be for wider seats. Otherwise, works as a venue with interesting architecture, close restaurants with all price ranges (including a cheap Jack in the box), and pantry of nearby parking garages if youre not being driven in.Just because i have since critiques based on my own size and comfort does not make the venue any less functional. Would go again.

I went to the Harry Potter and the cursed child part 1. I was assigned a corner seat. I missed something like 10% of the show because all the corner seats are in blind spot.I understand that viewing from the corner is different to the center but cant see what actors are performing is so not acceptable. Its an instant mood killer.Edit: I went into the theatre with disappointment as I was assigned the same seat for the part 2. But a Lady from the management recognized me from last time and voluntarily offered me a different seat. This seat has the best view. I change my ratings from 2 to 5 star for the best customer service.Thank you.

Beautiful, historic theater. Conveniently located. Many great restaurants, hotels and shopping nearby. Needs more bathrooms and additional access to concessions.

Beautiful theatre. Especially now with the custom decor for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

The main theater room is beautiful. The location is convenient - close to union Square and Powell Street BART/Muni stations. If the show Id like to see is not at the Orpheum, I much prefer it to be at the Curran than the Golden Gate Theater, which is rather bare in its internal decor.

Excellent venue! Dont get the last row on the back of the mezzanine tho. It wasnt a big deal with Harry Potter because they didnt use the very top of the stage much, but I can see how it can be annoying for other plays that do use it.

Beautiful theater but spacing between the rows are very tight.

A very beautiful theater. We watched Harry Potter play there and enjoyed it a lot.

Perfect, except for the crowded restrooms!

HArry Potter play-2 plays - were worth seeing for the magic and special effects. Good theater in the heart of the city

Great theatre and I loved watching Harry Potter and the Cursed Child! However, I did not feel safe in the neighborhood with all the surrounding homeless and rampant drug use.

You can smell the meat from a block away, which made the decision between halal and sushi easy. We ordered a combo plate and hummus and split it between us, good food, good service. Would definitely go back!

Cool little theater. Sat at the very top could still see an hear very well. Warning lines for the bathrooms during intermission wrapp up the stairs for 7 flights

Cute theater near Union Square. Saw Harry Potter, great show with excellent eye for details.

SO, this review is in regards to three aspects of The Curran Theater:I am a longtime group organizer and have bought many tickets for many shows, and am most impressed with all the aspects of the new Curran.First of all, the Group Sales Manager, Anthony, is a consummate professional. He has, in his tenure, mastered the task of dealing with finicky groups and stressed out group leaders. Anthony is unflappable, personable, and detail oriented. No call, question, or order ever goes long without a prompt return.Secondly, the staff in general. From the box office staff, to the friendly shepard ushers out front, in the lobby and in the auditorium, everyone had a smile and a helpful way about them. Even the bar staff were un-rushed and efficient. The line for drinks moved steadily.Thirdly, the building; The Curran has been beautifully restored, made modern while still retaining the old-world charm that defines it. I like how the box office is more like a concierge desk than a steel-barred bank teller window. The open-style lounge areas are spacious and yet warmly designed.As for the bathrooms, The Curran has done the best they could, given the age of the building, and the space. What I noticed in the mens room was that some women, who needed to use the restroom without delay, were given all due respect if they needed to use the mens.Someone here mentioned that the show did not start on time.... We just saw four halves of the Harry Potter show, and they all started on time. We have noticed, however that the tardiness of starting shows is the fault of lackadaisical theater goers.

Beautiful theater with an incredible play and outstanding staff! A wonderful experience.

Watched Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Place is small, with tight seats. The architecture of the seating area is nice. The stage is easy to see from mezzanine seats. The sound system is a wonderful surprise, with some startling sound during the play.Why 4*? Overpriced but limited food and bev. That street construction in front of the theater is annoying.

Awesome shows when social distancing no longer is a thing.

The theater was beautiful and the staff was very friendly and super nice. The seats are comfortable and you can actually see the stage pretty well!

The view from the mezzanine is really good. Great service as well.

The theater is gorgeous and well kept. The sound and acoustics are exhilarating.Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is AMAZING!! A MUST SEE!! Excellent chemestry between a phenomenal cast! I had no idea how much wed love it. Far exeeded our expectarions!!Best to book a room within walking distance. There is a three and a half hour space between Part one and Part two. We arrived at 1pm and left at 10pm. Immensely enjoyed every moment of the play. Well worth it!!

This was my first time experiencing a play. Harry potter was amazing.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is terrific. The staff is friendly and very helpful. They know how to keep the intermission on time.

Gorgeous theater, saw Harry Potter and the cursed child here and it was a great venue for it.

They did such a lovely job of renovating this theater. It is gorgeous on the inside of the theater itself and all the lobby and floor and even the bathrooms are fun and interesting.A lot more affordable and easy restaurants are now close by and there are several parking lots in easy walking distance.

We got to see the Harry Potter show here and the theatre is just so pretty and historic!

Enjoyed it a lot, watched Harry Potter and it was fabulous the staff is very friendly and very efficient.

I saw the Harry Potter Cursed Child and the team was all polite and helpful. This venue is absolutely amazing very pretty and watch this show!

Every seat in the house is a good one. Great deals on tickets. Awesome shows.Gorgeous! So well decorated, and lovely to look at Plenty of womens bathrooms is a plus.

This is definitely one of the best theaters in San Francisco. The auditorium was completely re vampd for an unusual type of stage show--The Jungle. The show was amazing and the layout was fantastic.The staff that work in the auditorium and at the front door box office are amazing.But the after-hours / call center operation is horrible. Personnel are poorly trained, and take much longer than necessary to do the simplest tasks. After waiting on hold for 10 minutes I spent an additional 15 minutes on the phone with what I thought was a box office, attempting to exchange $500 worth of tickets. The agent kept me on the phone until finally telling me, after I was put on hold twice, that all she could do is fill out the form and send it to the actual box office. when I spoke with the supervisor, the supervisor explained that this was the procedure. All it takes is one bad seed to bring down an otherwise fantastic review.I definitely recommend the Curran for your next theater experience, but do not call and talk to the people in the upstairs call center. They will ruin your experience.

Can’t stop raving how awesome the renovation turned! This should be the gold standard how to upgrade a broadway venue. Best experience ever in terms of space and design. Bravo! Note the seats were in the back but the venue was amazing

Great facility; Potter fans would love this venue.

Family get-together for the holidays. Decent production of A Christmas Carol, if a little bit too much for the kids.

Love this theatre, especially during the holidays. Broadway caliber shows. (Recently saw Taylor Mac and Dear Evan Hansen) Rustic, intimate and full of character. You can get parking validated here for the garage nearby.

Beautiful theater enjoyable time

Nice theater, comfortable seats, friendly and helpful staff. The side seats on the main floor do have problems seeing all the action on stage, however