Warner Theatre

The Warner Theatre opened 100 years ago as a "Picture Palace" movie theater. Stepping inside transports you back to a time of old-world glitz and glamour and it's an amazing setting for a show. I have read quite a few reviews stating how tight the seating is. Maybe I am just used to sitting in older theaters but I didn't think the seats seemed particularly small or close. (It would have been nice if there were drink holders but I don't know where they would put them).Our seats in Row O were excellent, our view only marred by the handful of people a few rows ahead who insisted on "dancing" throughout the majority of the concert. I get it, sometimes you just gotta get up and move and I don't begrudge anyone a dance to their favorite song. But, when you are up and about constantly during every song and the entire rest of the theater is seated, you are being rude. It was a treat to see a concert in a more intimate venue where no "screen" was needed to see the facial expressions of the performers. Pros - Beautiful building, quite a few stalls in the bathroom, friendly and helpful security and ushers. Cons - small, crowded lobby, particularly with merch on one side and bar on the other.

My wife and I attended the ABC and Howard Jones concert at the Warner Theatre. It is a great venue, and I don't think there is a bad seat in the house. The lobby is a bit tight, especially with a souvenir stand set up. Drinks are obviously expensive. Seating is a bit "close", but that's standard for a venue of this vintage. By the way, the concert was great! Love 80's music!

Gorgeous historic theater in downtown DC. I have been lucky enough to see a few shows in this venue and it is a treat every time. I am always in awe of its beauty and charm. From the decorative trim, red carpets and classy atmosphere; you are reminded of old theaters from the past.I saw the Washington Ballet's The Nutcracker recently and it was fantastic! I was glued to the stage the entire night. I would recommend catching this classic when you can! I can't wait to return to this venue for more shows.FYI- there is a cashless bar at the lobby and downstairs by the bathrooms. I highly suggest you go downstairs for the bar as the line down there was not as long.

I agree with others that this historical theater is a gem. There isn't a bad seat in the orchestra section as the main floor of the theater is inclined downward. Saw the Washington Ballet's version of The Nutcracker yesterday. Am impressed with the professionalism of staff and how curtain time is respected, not always easy to do with a full house.The food and drink offerings are interesting, and the bar staff works hard to accommodate theatergoers. There's also a nice Sugar Plum Shoppe with all sorts of merch, including Christmas tree ornaments, nutcrackers (of course), hoodies, T-shirts, bags, etc., with the Washington Ballet logo on them. I assume this "gift store" happens when other productions are here, selling their goods as keepsakes too.The Warner was built in 1924 as a movie palace presenting live vaudeville and first run silent films. It's still going strong today. I do love it.

It a gorgeous theatre and easily accessible by the metro. Saw the Nutcracker- it was so very cute with all the kids! The sets and costumes are amazing!The theatre itself is older. With that being said, seats are lowered, no elevator to upper floor. Bathroom is upstairs. An allowance was made for my Mom to use the downstairs one, but I don't know if that's guaranteed. (She has trouble with stairs). I've been here for food and drinks before and they have a pretty good selection. Of course, things are expensive than CVS. I love the options upstairs for seating with the smalls table. It's a beautiful venue, just wish it were accessible for more people who have trouble getting up and down from lower seats or trouble with stairs.

Came here to see the nutcracker and we loved it!! The venue is so beautiful and nostalgic of theaters from the past. The decor is stunning and we loved the show!!

Great playhouse and venue!!It's a little older. I'd like to call it a classic w character. This venue has quality performances and always has me looking forward to returning. The staff here are pretty awesome, kind, helpful, and accommodating. The inside of the venue has beautiful walls and ceiling fixtures. Gorge lighting options. I look forward to my next Warner Theatre venture.

It is a beautiful and older theater in downtown DC. So accessible by multiple metro lines at Metro Center and not too far from Gallery Place and multiple bus lines. It is great that they have shows here so you have a more intimate location without having to truck all the way to the Kennedy Center.The seats feel way more cramped than the other theaters in the area so if you are taller, there is not much leg room. People were snapping pictures during the show and that took away from some of the experience as well. The ushers were not the most helpful when it came to finding seats.Also, this is a historic location so know that it is not ADA accessible for the upper levels. So many stairs to get to the upper balcony and there is no elevator.Came here for the Nutcracker and it was packed. Be ready because there are a limited number of stalls on the second floor so everyone was racing before and during intermission. With all of the children it made for long lines.The drinks are expensive so I would suggest going out to one of the other bars nearby if you want something before or after the show. Also would avoid the food here because your options seemed pretty limited.

What an amazing space!!! This theatre hosted an unconventional event, the sonic symphony. There were thousands of fans, yet the building wasn't overcrowded. Plenty of space to move around, rest areas, bars & merchandise area. The staff definitely knew what they were doing, we were checked in & seated in moments. Anytime I got lost, there was a person available to guide me. Restrooms were clean & lots of stalls on each floor. Two bar areas, upstairs & downstairs and a huge grand stage area for the performances. Thousands can be entertained here & it was a lovely hidden gem by the metro center station. Will be back for the next sonic event!!!

It is infuriating that you don't take the time to let your patrons know that an event has been postponed with days of anticipation. An event is never postponed within a day or hours. And we have to find out just when we arrive to the doors of the theater. I attended to the Yuri's concert 8/31 at 7:30 pm and found out that "we were notified" when that's not true. Shame on you. You should do a better job, even tho, part of your event tickets are managed by a 3rd party #ticketmaster shame on you too