Great little community theater with widely varied fare. Stage arrangement is very interesting, as it is surrounded by the audience on three sides, with a small raised portion on the fourth. The actors walk, talk and sing amongst the audience which adds a lot of immediacy to the performances.

This is the best play I have ever been to at the the Long Beach Playhouse. The Haunting of the Hill House was awesome!! Extremely talented actors. EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM!! ELEANOR is in another category, she NAILED IT!! BUT THEODORA, LUKE, DR MONTAGUE WERE NOT FAR BEHIND. Will definitely go see this play again!!

Went a few weeks ago to see a play with my husband and totally loved how intimate this theater was. They have a larger one downstairs. Parking can fill up quickly if two separate plays are going on at the same time so arrive a bit earlier, otherwise youd have to find parking in the neighborhood. Would definitely go back to this venue to see another play.

I really came here to support a friend. I like the venue but really this review is for the acoustics and speaker system.During the play I felt some of the actors and actresses strained their voices while singing to project their voices. Sitting in back probably didnt help much but, again, the acoustics werent up to par here, in my opinion.The theatre itself was cozy, lighting was good. Seats were comfortable. Concessions served beer and some snacks but nothing major. Parking was decent with a long parking lot and easy in and out.Again, the venue is not bad, they just need to update the sound system.

Such a hidden gem in the heart of Long Beach. The history of this theatre alone should make you go at least once. It has a great thrust stage downstairs and a smaller theater upstairs. There is a bar and some parking (not a lot but some) in the back.Great talent there!!

The actors did a fantastic job! The play itself had a lot of twists and turns which were executed right on. I recommended to our kids and they plan to see the performance.

We saw Hair tonight (11/15/19) this was one of the best performances of Hair that we have seen. The songs were great with most of the original songs in it & the cast made this a magical experience only wish we could see it again but you are sold out!!

Such an incredible place! Quality theater, great people who love what they do. The best local playhouse.

I saw a Christmas at Pemberly and the play and cast was wonderful!The space itself is quaint, but seats at least 200, I would imagine. The seats are comfy and they offer snacks during intermission. Coffee and brew is available as well.

Very cozy and intimate setting. You feel like you are in the play from the seats.

First time here but definitely not the last. Really inspired by the brave actors putting themselves out there. Everyone was incredible!

Always good to see a live show and right up front. The performance was spectacular.We got a chance to see the show Hair, and it had some great performers who put on a splendid show.

Nice place. Actors are top notch. I would definitely visit again.

Intimate and fun. Actors put their all into their parts.No bad seats

This is a nice, quaint, charming little theater that hosts local performances and allows the community to come together and appreciate art. In the winter the theaters can get a little chilly so remember to bring a sweater or light jacket.

Excellent theatre production and acting. All seating is good. Loved the entire evening.

It was something i havent seen before in a theatre. It felt like you were in it. And great play you gotta see it

Wonderful little playhouse in Long Beach! We usually drive a little over an hour to get here, and we always enjoy the plays. Its a small theater, but they provide hot drinks and they are always extremely friendly. I cant wait to come back!

This review is only for the play “Moses and the Burning Bush.” This was a painful experience. I got a sense that none of the actors have ever acted before and that the director never directed before, etc., etc. I later learned that this was some type of a community group performing in a way which was not affiliated with the theater or something like that. However, it was on the theater’s website and it was never made clear to me that this would be some type of community theater. It was deceptive and excruciating. We left at intermission and will never come back to this theater again

A small independent playhouse serving the local community. I went to see a performance there and really enjoyed it. This playhouse serves classic plays and the actors were fantastic. They served refreshments and snacks. Tickets were reasonable and well worth the enjoyment I had seeing the play.

Every seat is a good seat. They have top performers and plays.

Great community theater but the recent performance of Othello was a bit inconsistent. I found myself dozing off, which I never do, through parts of the play. I will go back for their production of Intimate Apparel

Attended Tedx BelmontShore, great speakers with some intriguing ideas !

Awsome place. Play comes out into audience. Cozy and small.

Quaint, not a bad seat in the house. Go out and support local theatre!

What an amazing find! This is the most intimate and wonderful little playhouse, complete with a bar AND affordable prices. If we lived here, we would certainly be season ticket holders.

A Powerful and Superb perfomance this Evening! Well be returning Soon!

A local gem - if youve never been, check out whats currently showing and pick up a ticket! 2 stages, the smaller studio stage upstairs and a larger mainstage downstairs. Most plays run about 3 hours with one intermission, and theres not a bad seat in the house. Come support local actors and community theater!

Enjoyed a great play. Not a bad seat in the house.

Love a local theater especially when they consistently keep producing such excellent shows...

For a 90yo Playhouse it packs a punch. While the seats may be a little cramped for tall people, you get a big experience for a small price. Have seen a show in each the mainstage and studio theater and both were well worth the cramped leg room.

The seats give zero leg room and are not comfortable. The play was just not good though the actors were pretty good

Our group had a wonderful evening at the Long Beach Play house. The play was well acted and the comedic talent kept us laughing! All this and it was a fund raiser for Long Beach Meals On Wheels as well!

Great performances in an intimate setting. Fabulous

We had an amazing evening watching an Agatha Christie play. The venue is unique. You are sitting at stage level almost amongst the actors. I highly recommend it!

Visited for a church service, child dedication at Anthem Church. Good service and members are friendly. Would attend but we love our church, Cornerstone in Long Beach.

Really nice people and beautiful space.

Very intimate venue. Comfortable seats, plenty of room.

Really good community theater. Every seat is a great seat because its theater-in-the-round. Only 4 rows of seats around the stage. Ive seen many productions here and enjoy each one.

Saw Noises Off. It was very funny & entertaining!

A long Beach treasure, the Play house hosts fantastic entertainment. Tonights show by Held2Gether was hilarious, well performed and apparently as much fun for the cast as it was for the audience! Their joy increased our pleasure.

I love t I love this little Jewel box of the theater. I Usher There and really enjoy the Ambiance of the place.The Productions are varied, but all invariably are imbued with enthusiasm and great pace.If you havent been there, go and treasure it.

I went to see a Christmas play at this location resume help close the characters were like you were a part of the play. Actors are terrific. I will say if youre intimidated by bigger theater this is the perfect place its small you feel like youre part of the family.

I have been to several performances both on the mainstage and the upstairs studio. They are always very good. There is no elevator. If stairs are an issue, double check which stage your show is on. The bathrooms upstairs are very limited. They do have a snack bar with a few brands of beer and wine.

Great theatre, warm family feel with real talent.

Good shows, easy to get in and out, moderate prices.

Very very small and old venue. Seems like it could be haunted but cute and quaint.

Easy access Casual atmosphere

Love plays to a good price and good cast

This is another best kept secret in Long Beach. Great play subjects, great actors, comfortable surroundings. I wish someone would volunteer to play the piano prior to show times again.

Great theater almost in the round and very up front. The play Arsenic and old Lace was staged well, the pace flowed well and the performances were spot on! We had a great time. The only negative, limited restroom capacity. Plus, nice lounge, coffee, snacks and art.

Love the old fashion type of theater. Nice and cozy.

I always enjoy live theater

Love the horse shoe shaped seating that wraps around the stage in the main theater. You feel as though you are almost right there with the actors.

This is such a well run little theatre. I have been taken to see two productions in the last month, one upstairs and one down. Both were enjoyable.The upstairs theatre is more traditional seating with the stage in front of the audience. The downstairs layout has the rows of seats in essentially a u shape around the stage, creating a more interactive experience.Both plays I have seen have been well produced and definitely worth theticket price. Enjoyable experience overall!

Consistently great productions. Only $20 admission (or is it $25?). Small studios and stages. Local feel and charm. Go to Hole Mole afterward.

We saw A Christmas Carol on Friday night and it was superb!! The LBPH always delivers a quality show in such an iconic place. Im sure Hamilton is great but I would rather go see a play at the Playhouse in an intimate setting with actors from the community. Supporting our local arts is so important. So do your part and enjoy a great show in Long Beach!!♡

Cozy setting with a great intimacy you dont get in big theaters. Also, they have complimentary coffee

Flight was geat! The stories were original and special. I danced in my seat to the beats! We will recommend it to our family and friend.

Was beautifully incredible

Just saw Pride and Prejudice here, the play was Wonderful! A must see. Not a bad seat in the house

Recently saw a great play here. Was pleasantly surprised to find drinks and snacks being sold AND you can take them into the theater.It’s an older building and you might have to climb a stairs to see your show.The staff were friendly.

An intimate yet expansive theater. Excellent staging, costumes, timing.

Love stopping in here every few weeks. Great actors that put on a variety of plays. They change it up every month or so. The theater is a bit on the shabby side, but there isnt a bad seat in the house.

Wonderful performances by amazingly talented actors! Excellent community theater.... better than some big city performance theaters.

Small comfortable playhouse can see from all seats

Small, in the round, live theater. The productions are small in scale but big in talent and heart. I have seen several shows here, musicals and dra, and have never been disappointed.

So much fun! Parking in the rear. Good customer service. You can bring your own drinks and snacks!

What a great show we saw in this gem of a historic theater!

We go often and always enjoy the performance.

No membership required...Saw a play called Silent Sky and it was excellent!! It was a true story of a female astronomer who broke the glass ceiling for women...

Great play. I had never been to the playhouse before and it was a pleasant surprise. They had the cutest little cups for coffee. If you get a chance, go see a play at the Long Beach Playhouse, go.

Fun show. Nice staff. And amazing actors and musicians!

Love this little theater where the productions range from so-so to so great. Its an inexpensive way to enjoy theater - cheap enough to leave during the intermission if the show stinks, but most of the time theyre pretty darned good for the size of this place. We just saw a rather terrific version of How to Succeed in Business (Without Really Trying) and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I recommend it!

Cute / charming playhouse. Saw Pride and Prejudice, but walked out at intermission. They have snacks and sodas..

Rally like it, lovely presentation

Nice, intimate theater.

I have been too so many shows and never any thing but a highly entertained experience. All actors are well suited and do a great job. This is about my 25th year going there.

Well presented, neighborhood theater presentations.

Great actors, great show.. and a very nice and intimate atmosphere!Staff is friendly and working for free! Recommended! Check it out.

It was great I say great!

Wonderful plays performed by locals who put their hearts and souls into every performance.

Great shows and space! Love the intimate feel and performance.

Great plays, good acting.

Eclectic, unique and fun! Bring your mother, shell love it!

The show, Assassins, was wonderful! They really need to do some remodeling and refurbishing...

A great local venue for plays. Go early, meet friends for a drink in their lounge. Bring the family sodas and treats available.

Will managed and comfortable

I have enjoyed every production I have seen here. I recently saw Guys and Dolls here. It was a wonderful production! Not a bad seat in the house!!

The theater has a lived-in quality, a little worn from wear but comfortable because of it. The productions are good and the acting quality varies to the the up side. Inexpensive. Nice bar.Attended the haunting of hill house. The cast didnt seem very interested. One character, Theodora, several times prompted another character, Dr. Montague, on his lines. Its sad in that the shows here are usually very entertaining. We are season ticket holders so we know this was an anomaly.Saw Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pembreley. Excellent production and great casting. A delight.

Great mysteries in a cozy venue!

Saw Dracula there, the performance was great, and the venue is super cool. Youre right there on the stage with the actors. I always enjoy plays at the Long Beach Playhouse.

Comfortable theater. Superb Performers. Will come back to check out another Productio.

Good little playhouse to see local productions of classic theatre shows

Respectful auditions! Loved it!

Cute playhouse that puts on good performances. Ive seen A Christmas Carol, Death of a Salesman, and Treasure Island which were all very good.

Good performance. Like the theater set up. Location is good. Theater in need of some repairs

Great show. Very intimate setting.

Happy to recommend the historical Long Beach Playhouse. Very affordable! We always enjoy the performance of the actors.

Have a friend who acts on the side, and we sees him performs here &then, small personal setting, where audience surrounds the stage on 3 sides. Only 4 rows deep, no pillars, therfore not a bad seat anywhere.Narrow feet spacing, so if you are more than 6 feet tall, could be uncomfortable? Best part youre allow to bring your alcoholic beverage INSIDE during the performance! Reasonable priced booze, wine &beer +candy bars and bag popcorn.