Reviews of South Orange Performing Arts Center. (Performing Arts Theater) in Newark (New Jersey).
South Orange Performing Arts Center
One SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJ 07079, United States
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Information of South Orange Performing Arts Center, Performing arts theater in Newark (New Jersey)
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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended
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Reviews of South Orange Performing Arts Center
Never had heard of this place before but I saw James Hunter (outstanding soul singer/guitar player) there on September 23. It's extremely small, so every seat is a good seat. Very intimate theater. I think it used to be a movie theater and they turned it into a concert venue. The sound is pretty good but again, you're so close to the artist that it's unbelievable. Parking is free, too, which is a plus. The lobby is huge, so the artist can come out can come out and sell CD's and albums while signing autographs without the lobby feeling too crowded. Will definitely be back!
This being my first time visiting SOPAC, i was blown away by how nice it was. I was pleased with the amenities available on premises. We'd visited to see Laugh's in the Loft by Joe Larson and the Loft was amazing. From the great small tables, the stage, and the bar! All top notch! Complete enjoyment and good laughs all around! Can't wait to go back next month!!!
The play "A Murder Is Announced" is absolutely wonderful. Seaton Hall students did an incredible job. Tomorrow, Sunday at 2:00 p.m. is the last show. Please attend, it is free at SOPAC (South Orange Performance Art Center)!!!
Nice venue, great acoustics. Free parking in NJ transit lot, steps from the site.
Saw Josh Ritter on his acoustic tour, great price for 2 hours of magic. We'll definitely be back to support this awesome place to see music.
This is my favorite concert hall probably anywhere. It is small and intimate with not a bad seat in the house. Most tickets for shows are usually reasonably priced.
I saw SON VOLT here March 9 2022. Great view from all the seats. This is a smaller theater. Sound system was great too.
I went to see a musical there but they also have concerts. Comfortable seating in a space that also has a movie theater so there is a concession stand for pre theatre or intermission. I'd never been there before but very easy commute from NYC right off the train station. Cute town with nice restaurants as well.
First class all the way around they made Runnin' Pardners feel at home I hope we can come back soon. O' and they paid me before I took the stage 😱 …
Great small venue with good acoustics. Perfect place to hear The Macine performance of Pink Floyd songs…
Clean, state of the art performing arts center connected with a movie theater. The are two levels of seating and all have a good view of the stage without any obstructions. The sound quality was perfect as well.
It was extremely busy when we were there and parking our car was very difficult. We found a parking spot on a street a few blocks away and then walked to it. If you are able to take the commuter train, I'd highly recommend it as the station is right outside of the center.
I attended the Agatha Christie play and could barely hear a word from the stage. Same with my friends. It was as though the audio was not turned on. And we sat in row G. You could only hear the actors if they shouted.
We had a great time
A lovely intimate venue with great acoustics. I saw Sophie B. Hawkins and Paula Cole.
Nice venue for live music
Friendly staff, open space and reasonable ticket prices.
Outstanding concert venue, great staff, comfortable, great sight lines, sounds great, highly recommended
It Was OK Besides The Constable Breathing Down Folks Necks I Like The Location & Atmosphere
Carpets need updating & unsure its totally worth the rental fees but if they've renovated, would be a nice place.
A hidden gem! This was my first concert there. Venue is intimate with a bar! Good acoustics. Definitely going back
The Lionel Hampton show was great. Easy to park and great seating help.
Bargain price to watch movies but know that theatre is not the latest the greatest in updates so dont expect large adjustable seats with huge screens. But at 8 bucks, hard to beat the price!
A performance space as well as a movie theater! Nice location but the (one ladies) bathroom can not accommodate the spaces' many uses.
Nice place. Im not a fan of all the scanning and qr code stuff
Visited the theater to see a short film by A.Diamond productions. The theater was clean and well kept. The staff were also extremely courteous. The short film was amazing and the venue suited the crowd well.
The DakhaBrakha performance was stellar. They are an amazing band and the show was incredible.
The venue leaves a little to be desired. There should be a parking lot dedicated just to SOPAC. You're fighting with all the crowds for parking: the dinner crowd, the theater crowd, people just picking up food, the movie crowd.
The theater's COVID policy, while admirable, should be plainly noted in large signs on the outside of the theater. Additionally, when you buy virtual tickets at other venues, they will send a pre-show email stating what their policy is. Not SOPAC. We didn't know we had to show vaccine cards. We had to go back home to get them. Evidently, many patrons didn't know this either because many people didn't bring their cards.
Lastly, we had to show IDs, tickets, and vaxx cards at the door, but the theater saw fit to only employ one person to check all this, causing a very long and slow line. As a result, many people missed the first two songs and were coming in late throughout the show.
I think if SOPAC had simply added another person to help with this backlog, so many people wouldn't have been so late, disrupting the show.
Beautiful venue and had a great time.
I attended St. James AME Sunday Morning Worship. I love coming here since I live in South Orange, N.J. I was a bit disappointed when we couldn't meet in person during Covid 19.
I'm glad in person is Back.
Wonderful location! I really like the multi-use feel of the area.
A combination of businesses, rail services, performing and visual arts access....WOW
The Damein Escobar performance was fantastic
Easy to get to, good free parking. Great seating for a concert.
Saw Jesse Cook and had a great time!!
Great space for shows and events!
Love the movie theater. Always go there.
Best place to see a show or host and event. Plenty of parking at the train station lot, and the tech is always great.
I saw Bob Mould at SOPAC with a group of friends and found the acoustics and sight lines in the venue to be perfect for the solo acoustic show. The strange thing about the venue is that it’s also a movie theater, though the movie theater is not where they have the performances.
They offer movie theater type food like popcorn and candy, but you can’t actually bring it into the theater venue. It’s a little strange, but it works. Inside the theater the lighting and the sound is excellent. I had no issues hearing the singer and didn’t leave with a ringing in my ear, even though I forgot my earplugs.
Did I mention that the place is tiny? There is a lower level that has old fashion movie style seating and then a mezzanine that has stadium seating. The only really bad part is that the seats appear to of been made for people about 5 foot tall. I am 6 foot and my friends are about 5‘8“ and all of us felt incredibly cramped in the seats. I was in the mezzanine and my knees clearly jutted out around the head of the person sitting in front of me and it was really awkward. Other than that, the show was fun and affordable and I would definitely go back again.
This is a truly wonderful theatre/concert experience. Small enough to feel at home yet large enough to get some great entertainment. Very affordable and becoming a member gets you early reservations. While your enjoying the show, have a soda, water or glass of wine. (Refills are a great bargain!)
Great entertainers..jazz, folk, classical and pop! Everyone can find a great show. Great restaurants nearby before the show too!
Beautiful design...not a bad seat in the theater. Ample parking. A nice experience.
Saw The Band Band, great show and beautiful venue
What a wonderful venue. We will be back I am sure. Clean spacious rest rooms. Helpful staff.
My first time there. I went to see Damien Escobar and had a great time. Friendly staff and I loved the soirvner cups that you drink your wine in.
SOPAC is a wonderful live performance arts center. The sound and acoustics overall are great. It's an intimate setting, the seats are roomy, comfortable and sight lines to the stage are pretty much great from all seats. The shows are top notch and I wish we have even better acts at times. Getting in and out is pretty easy as parking is available in the South Orange NJ Transit station. All in all a very nice place to enjoy a night out on the town as there are a number of local bars and restaurant nearby within walking distance.
The on-stage acoustics are wonderful at this performing arts center. Their in-house crew and staff are excellent, very professional and expertly helpful to visiting performers. I look forward to performing here again soon. Parking though can be tricky here before 5PM. There are decent restaurant options in walking distance nearby.
Great venue and good assortment of nearby restaurants for dinner. Been there many times. Not a bad seat in the house. They also have more intimate shows in the loft. Look on their web page for parking info. Or come by NJ transit train -- adjacent to the station.
We have come to SOPAC for two excellent plays this year: Good Farmer in February and last June, Small Town Story – A New Musical. They were some of the best theater we’ve seen. We had great seats because we went with friends who are members (so they get a discount). It was sad because so many of the seats were empty.
Parking is simple and close (Sunday afternoon anyway).
Came today to see Wakanda Forever. I loved it!!!
This is a nice venue, with clear acoustics, clean and good parking, but be aware that the additional fees could significantly increase your ticket price. Previously, fees for paying by credit card were only applied if purchased online. Now they apply if purchased in person at the box office as well. Also, the facility fee which was previously $1 has increased to $3. So, for example, the minimum one could pay for a $60 ticket would be $63, if paid in cash. If paid by credit card, it would be $69.
Nice little theater to take your kids to watch the latest movies. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
I came here on May 1st 2018 to see the Seton Hall University Choir and it was the best choir performance that I have ever seen and heard in my entire life! They even decided to play the piano and the tickets were free! What could be better than that!?! The theater itself has very nice paintings, a nice carpet and the elevator is fancy! It also has glowing gas lamps on the side of the theatre next to Bunny’s restaurant. Everyone from all over the world should come and attend one of the events here!
Great, intimate performance space. I attended two evenings of dance and appreciated the sound, the lights and the layout. There are literally no bad seats in the theater. SOPAC is offering a great program (Mary Chapin Carpenter is coming up.) I would highly recommend it.
My 1st time...It was charming,beautiful and they have Tuesday deals for $6 shows! All popcorn and soda free refills!
Great show. Love Rockapella
Wonderful intimate venue and tickets reasonable. Parking was easy and free when i was there in September. When you walk in there is a nice area to get a drink and hangout. Seats were comfortable. I would love to go here again.
This is a very nice theater on the inside, and parking is free for events. It also located at a NJ Transit train station making access a breeze. There are several local places to grab dinner before or after your show. I went to The Gas Light Brewery And Restaurant. My meal was excellent.
Great cozy venue, easy to get too by road or train, with usually free parking and abundant culinary opportunities within walking distance both before and after the show. I'll be back. So far, this is my favorite PAC. I've been to others in Middlesex, Union, and Bergen Counties. While they're all GOOD, this one easily tops the list for those reasons alone. The staff was professional and courteous. South Orange has a gem of a downtown too!
Nice intimate venue. They primarily provide entertainment that is not focus on my interests (mostly rock & jazz) but occasionally have concert artists that I like. Acoustics are very good.
Very comfortable venue to see an event. The Dale Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore show was an excellent night if great music! The staff is very friendly and informative. Free parking in the adjacent commuter parking lot.
I had an amazing time! Feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to be part of the audience - thank you to the musicians and all who made this event possible. It lifted my spirit and helped me look forward to better days ahead.
The parking at this venue leaves much to be desired so arrive early or you'll be late getting into your seats.
The acoustics are get and there are no bad seats in the place.
They do start on time so don't be late!
Just Sayin!
Great place to see a performance. Ushers actually very nice. Seats very comfortable. Parking can be a little bit of a hassle so take the train if you can. Station is at the venue.
SOPAC combines a movie theater with a performing arts venue. We went to the movies and enjoyed the cleanliness of the the theater and the whole facility's proximity to the diverse places to eat in South Orange Village.
Afternoon parking is challenging due to the railroad station being near the complex. Come early to find a spot in one of South Orange's many not free parking lots.
Incredibly diverse & Awesome variety of shows, top notch talent (some VERY well-known, & others are less well-known local talent, but equally talented!), & a beautiful space!!
Terrific place for anyone wanting to treat themselves, family, friends, lovers or loved ones, or visiting guests to a night of first-rate live performance "right in your backyard," without having to trek into the city!
SOPAC is a really amazing treasure to all the surrounding communities, I think!! 👍👍👍😀
Went there to watch a movie. Quiet area, clean venue, professional staff
Attended a dance recital and viewed the Incredibles 2. Theatres were clean and comfortable. Limited seating, would recommend advance ticket purchase due to theatre size.
Small venue so visability of the stage is great no matter where you sit. Adorable off Broadway location to catch a play and parking is free during the week in the evening.
Love love love going for live music and concerts. Symphonies are the best. It's not a huge space, which is great! Makes it intimate and so much fun.
Enjoyed the movie " Halloween Kills" The popcorn 🍿 and soda was delicious 😋 Nice young lady working the concession stand. I just wish they sold hotdogs 🌭 😉 …
I love this place for the shows. I don't have to go very far to be entertained.
This theatre is really nice. The area has come up a long way and there are plenty of eateries to choose from before or after seeing a show. Will definitely frequent more often.
SOPAC convenient venue. It's easily accessible via car or public transportation. SOPAC is directly downstairs from the NJT train station with direct access to and from NYC.
SOPAC is a multi entertainment center that houses an art gallery, movie theater and conference rooms/spaces for galas and a host of other events.
I've had the opportunity to attend shows, fundraising events and movies at SOPAC and all of my experiences have been favorable.
The center is also surrounded by great restaurants and boutiques and seamless access to parking.
Staff was very friendly and eager to accommodate! The venue was comfortable, offered free WiFi and was equipped to handle or needs. I would happily host my future events there.
Beautiful facility and very professionally done. Great staff and nice area of town.
Excellent place! Great staff. Paul at SOPAC theater very helpful and courteous
Wonderful small theatre, great sound, great environment. We saw violinist & artist Regina Carter; what a great concert and lovely lady.
Not a bad seat in the house. Comfortable seating.
Excellent venue to see a performance. Great acoustics and comfortable seating. Very warm and inviting atmosphere.
Nice medium-sized cinema and performing arts center. The parking regulations in the lot behind SOPAC are a little confusing, though, so if recommend parking on-street or in the lot on the other side of SO station.
Good small venue. Let’s you interact with the band. You may need to bite the bullet and travel to the city for more diverse music findings.
It was cool i recommend if your in too these things but tbh not much parking especially for handicap so idk but i recommend and bring you significant other its a good bonding experience
Great staff, excellent acoustics, clean, comfortable and thoroughly enjoyable concert hall.
It's was okay when I went. There's a lot of other shops close by to. So it's pretty convenient.
Amazing Lasagna and hearty homemade soup. The staff is very sweet and friendly to my toddler. Btw, their kids menu portions are huge.
Beautiful theater, love the art work all throughout the building. I've been there for movies, theater productions, and live performances; positive experiences
One of the best movie theaters I've been to, very clean...they sell White Castle burgers at their concession stand, what's not to love!
Because it's a small theater any seat location ,view is great sound good. The play was good.will go again for newer plays.
Great venue to experience Don McLean, much better audience engagement than a previous larger venue. Easy parking.
Small but lovely venue. There are no bad seats. We've been there numerous times and were never disappointed.
Beautiful but expensive and right next to the train station convenient but a lot of hangout there
Awesome venue easy to find parking is awesome easy in and out after the show. Staff and facility is top notch.
Very nice theater for live shows. Very impressed with the visibility from anywhere in the house and the clarity of the sound quality
Beautiful venue with great acoustics. Not a bad seat in the house. Also a great lineup of performances.
Intimate space to see top acts. Recently remodeled. Tip: if you can't find parking, go to the lot on 3rd.
Spider-man screening with my students! AWESOME theater and great popcorn lol!
Great stage but lacking in volume to be able to turn a profit for the residents. Recently with new leadership quality of acts has vastly improved
We saw a Pink Floyd tribute bank. The venue is wonderful, not a bad seat in the house.
Very nice place. Cheap movie tickets. Staff is nice.
No staff to direct the patrons of the movie theater from the patrons of the performance theater. Otherwise the facilities are great and staff was friendly.
Regina Carter - Simply Ella: Performance was amazing!
SOPAC honored replacement tickets for previously canceled show due to a weather event.
Beautiful place.. concert hall and movie theater large parking lot lot of open space
The Jazz concert honoring Veterans was beautiful. . Note the the shutter bugs: "No Photography plese"
Great theater, good acoustics & sightlines. Lots of parking space. Next to train station & close to restaurants.
Outstanding experience from my initial phone call for tickets, parking, location. Etc etc etc. can’t wait to go again.
Entertainment- excellent in Loft
Excellent place to view world class artists in different mediums! They have great concert series and I highly recommend this place!
Shows for all tastes and ages. All reasonably priced. Comfortable venue. Whey travel to NYC?
Alternative to the big theaters.
Ok movie theater. They really need to update the place and the chairs are pretty dirty. The chair that I was sitting in, the reclining part was broken and I almost fell over.
Projectors are too dark. If you're watching a movie with dark scenes the detail is lost. Comfortably seats though.
Great place to see a concert. Loved Roger McGuin. He put on an awesome show tonight.
Saw an outstanding, entertaining, fun, talented, performance. Not a bad seat, and the volunteers are great!
Poor signage to locate parking lot. Lack of directional signs in parking lot. No signage in parking lot indicating location of entrance to the live performance theater. Especially difficult in the rain.
Saw Rodger McGuinn in a great solo show
The talents were magnificent. The auditorium was comfortable & clean.
Went to a church play/musical a member of my Praise Team was in! Carpet needs to be shampooed or vacuumed @ the very least!
Ok movie theater. I'm spoiled by the dine in theaters with reclining seats now. If you're in the area might as well go to Essex Green in west orange
Great experience. Love the sippy cups for alcoholso you don't spill. Great sounding hall.
Beautiful venue. Nice, clean classy place.
The acoustics were fantastic. Seating comfortable. Performance was lovely.
Beautiful and brand new theater
Some theaters are a lil small but nice place overall.
It was a wonderful experience would love to come again
Excellent sound, comfortable seating, great view of stage
A nice PAC. Almost quaint They try hard, to balance local with national... That's nice for a small venue
Great show, but the seat are not designed for the adults in this error!!!
Great theater. Great sound. Small, but busy place.
Saw a favorite artist performance, the people and staff are the greatest thanks for a great evening
Amazing facility with a top notch staff- both front of house, and backstage!
Well curated shows, convenient and affordable. Great acoustics as well.
Friendly and pricing on snacks not bad when compared to AMCs plus SOPAC is local.
Great place to see a play ! Excellent seating ! acting, location, parking, play !
Classy, clean and well run. Worth the travel. was great for the kids.
Very nice small venue to see concerts.
Great clean theater, and tickets are only $6 every Tuesday
Broadway buddies a fantastic time
Myself and the party I was with had a hard time hearing the performers. We left during intermission .
Ample parking, local suds and grub, facility, new, clean and well maintained. Professional and friendly staff.
This is a good idea to go and see a movies theater's in South Orange, New Jersey
Great venue for a show, no bad seats
Great show by Roger Mcguinn
Small venue with good acoustics. Show was solid!
Nice shows here ...
Small intimate venue! Great time and I'd definitely return
400 seat theater. Comfortable with excellent sound...free parking
excellent
Nice small venue for good music
Small venue but entertaining
Wonderful intimate venue
Great Dolby Atmos theaters
Visited location for my niece dance recital, very clean and organized
Great placefor shows
Very friendly & clean. A LITTLE OVER PRICED
Always fun, great venue, staff accommodating...
Great place to see shows. Its an intimate theater
Great environment
Clean establishment
The staff and the venue are both lovely!
Great location lots of parking a must see place
Very good rates and activies
Quaint and intimate concert hall. Great acoustics.
Great venue for musical or theatrical performances.
Always great seeing Sinbad; altho he was late
It is literally right around the corner from me. The staff is always friendly as well.
Great shows, amazing acoustics.
Great theater experience!
Nice place good place to see concert
Get a ticket, and you will love be it.
Great venue for intimate concerts.
Great place to have an event. A-1
What a great venue!
Very pleasant, but too much A/C
We discovered that new place to see our favorite performance
Dropped in with Popa Chubby to sit in!
Great shows, and a real bar.
Love seeing my PSA great place
Very convenient! Clean and we'll lit.
Awesome. Can't wait to go back
Great show (Beauty and the Beast)
Friendly, clean and Such great prices
My favorite concert venue !!
I really enjoyed myself it was very nice
great place to see a show!
Near the train station. Multiple choices for food.
Vivian Green was awesome SOPAC was awesome as well
Beautiful venue
Great venue, great acoustics
Small with great shows.
Clean and quiet. Helpful staff.
Loved the facility and show!
Fabulous theatre and production!
Good location, very clean.
Great performance and movie theater
Peaceful way to watch a movie
The jazz music is great.
Beautiful Space!!! Wonderful staff!!!
It's small and quiet
Awesome jazz show!👍 …
Great place and very clean
Very hip and relaxing environment
Great value, close to home.
The space is very welcoming
Intimate theater with great performances
World-class talent in suburban NJ
Nice theatre and facility
Little gem with great music
Fantastic Venue...
Always a pleasure to visit this place
We had fun
Family friendly atmosphere.
Great local venue
Clean and organized
Best place to see or hear anyone
Kid friendly shows
Great theater!
I enjoyed the movie.
lots of learning opportunities here
What a great show!
Intimate and warmth experience.
Very nice space
Great!
So easy to get to....
Its fancy
Awesome performance
Great acoustics
Real nice place
Nice theatre
Great space!
Clean and comfortable
Love music class
Love love love
Nice
There is parking.
Is a great place
Convenient and clean
Good
Love this Place.
Nice theater
Beautiful structure
Good Popcorn.
Seating was horrible
A gem of a venue.
More operas!!
Beautiful place
Small
Loved it!!
Amazing theater
Nice venue
Clean
I like solace
Watch movies
Great place
Lisa Fisher
Great place
Geeat venue
I like this place. It's an intimate venue and a chance to see some great acts. They just recently updated the stage. Seating was very comfortable. Would have been nice if they let me bring my drink inside but other than that I really enjoyed the experience.
Plenty of municipal free parking (at night). There are also restaurants near for a dinner and a show
Got to see Lucky Chops up close too. Highly recommend seeing a show here
Loved it it was nice and warm and friendly I would love to come back again
(Translation) I like cheese
(Original)
Me gusta queso
(Translation) Not a very big place, but cozy.
With an excellent location and great access to public transport.
(Original)
Un lugar no muy grande, pero acogedor.
Con excelente ubicación y gran acceso a transporte público.
(Translation) Beautiful theater...and the site is incredible
(Original)
Hermoso teatro..y el sitio es increible