Suggestions for Performing Arts Venue near Lower East Side, New York

Carrie B. • October 22, 2018Lovely performance space, has a nice bar, too.

Johanna • November 13, 2011The humping dog cocktail is one of the most delicious and refreshing things ever.

Jessica R. • August 5, 2011Amazing space with super cool (and affordable) dance classes. Salsa? Ballroom? Zumba? They've got it all. And the staff is awesome!

SummerStage • April 6, 2012Live music, traditional dancing, and more were featured by the All-Male cast of "Oedipus Rex" last year at SummerStage!

Sriram K. • June 5, 2022Super fun entertainment, esp with Alfredo as the host

Emma • September 4, 2010Beautiful wedding venue. The lighting is worth a million bucks!

Leonard Z. • July 2, 2013The only Latino children theater in NYC!

JC E. • December 25, 2012This is a great show venue - I went to cover the Latin Alternative Music Conference and it was a great time. Their bartenders were pretty chill and their drinks were delish. Two thumbs up

Valerie S. • January 23, 2017Cozy hole-in-the-wall dive bar with a chill vibe and friendly bartenders. Amateur comedy shows, too.

Patricia D. • February 20, 2011John Waters' interview was high-larious. Good job film makers.

Bob v. • September 22, 2012Had an awsome time in this place, great music by (to me) unknown bands like Random acts of blindness which were actually very good. Vibe in here is second to none!

Matthew • July 19, 2018Room acoustics are solid, instruments are well maintained, prices are very reasonable and the staff is friendly.

Frank L. • November 17, 2013Casual, intimate venue to hear new music. Calendar's posted at http://www.spectrumnyc.com.

Scott M. • March 26, 2012Their spicy buffalo cheese stuffed burger is amazing! A little sloppy to eat but well worth it.

Floriane C. • August 6, 2013Great experience! Don't hesitate to talk to everyone, this is the only way to find out the story...

Susan P. • October 22, 2013Had a blast here seeing @carinaround...drinks were priced well..it's dark, intimate and the sound couldn't have been better...I'll be back!!

Anthony R. • December 4, 2012Wonderful staff, great set up. Very intimate environment made the experience all the better!

Monet C. • January 29, 2012Top row center is EXCELLENT...eventhough ALL of the seats are lovely!

Javier R. • May 28, 2015It is a great venue. I came here to see Kiasmos and Beacon, and the atmosphere downstairs was very intimate. Upstairs, everything was definitely amazing.

Colleen M. • August 8, 2014Great modernization of Shakespeare and great acting!

Nikki B. • January 5, 2010Another one of my favorite places to catch live music-and usually do dinner in the neighborhood as well.Pala is my go to fav,and its right next door !

Pat D. • February 20, 2015Terrific basement space for awesome, grungy lower Eastside theater Faire.

Sass Conf • October 5, 2013Off the beaten path favorite. Cheap drinks, pool. Live music in the back. Good for large parties

Lower East Side Partnership • December 21, 2015Clemente Soto Velez x Miguel Trelles | The Clemente Soto Velez has added to it's rigorous schedule of arts events and exhibits with this brand new public art mural, thanks to Miguel Trelles.

Stacks • September 7, 2012Spicy bacon cheese fries are delish!

Vince W. • June 24, 2012Came for the Balkan and Cumbia. Was thoroughly pleased. Equal parts janky and rustic, Mehanata has become my new favorite discotheque.

Alexandria L. • February 17, 2018great for dancing! Usually a cover on weekends