On January 16, 2020 (pre-Pandemic) I purchased tickets to Black Violin. If only I had a crystal ball ... By the end of March ALL entertainment venues were forced to close. All the other tickets I purchased at other venues (i.e., Stadium Theater - Golden Dragon Acrobats, Hanover Theater - Shen Yun, Dunkin Donuts Center - Cirque du Soleil) have ALL been refunded. But NOT this one at the Chevalier Theater. They have since rescheduled the event twice now, so that its more than a year out from the original date, and are apparently refusing to issue refunds. I fear this venue is putting profits ahead of performers and the public. Not everyone will be taking the COVID-19 Vaccine and it appears they plan to force EVERYONE to keep their original tickets/seats as well as force the performers to travel when it may not yet be safe to do so. Why not do the right thing and cancel and issue refunds until it is safe to start holding live performances again? All the other venues have canceled and issued refunds. Why are you holding my funds hostage for an event you have already rescheduled twice now and if you hold it on May 7, 2021 as planned, it may not be safe to do so at full capacity given the Pandemic. The funds I paid could be better spent on rent and groceries right now given the current economic crisis the Pandemic has put us in. Why are you forcing me to attend an event I no longer feel safe to attend given the Pandemic? I dont appreciate what youre doing. Im sure Im not alone either - do you really want to force people to attend an event they arent comfortable being at? Do you really want a crowd of angry people at an event? Id really appreciate it if you would just cancel ALL events at this time and refund folks money. Some of us ticket holders may die before this event takes place ... what then? Are you going to keep the ticket sales of the people that die during this Pandemic? They certainly wont be able to request a refund if they die, so I see how that might motivate you, but rest assured putting profits before peoples (and performers) lives will come back to bite you. Do you really want that kind of karma? DO THE RIGHT THING CHEVALIER THEATER; CANCEL AND REFUND ALL CURRENTLY SCHEDULED EVENTS UNTIL WE GET THIS PANDEMIC UNDER BETTER CONTROL.

Sat in second Orchestra, was a intimate venue seats are traditional for an older theatre... Great at getting you inside and seated for a show. Parking is a bit of a hassle. Fluffy was a great show in this spot. As we had a fairly large party.

This venue has no parking. There is a very small lot across the street, with on street parking around Medford Square. It is a nice venue and the staff are helpful. The two biggest draw backs are that they only have restrooms on the 1st floor and you are made to wait in line before the events for security check. Although the lines do move quickly, be prepared to wait. (Dress warm in winter months)

Very nice venue. Well organized staff. The Trevor Noah Loud and Clear show was an absolute pleasure. Had a blast. Well kept bar, clean environment, great place

Theater is not ornate or beautiful like many similar theaters. Very small jam packed lobby. Line to get in goes a quarter mile down the block, so you better hope it’s not raining. Parking is expensive and in a small lot where the cars all park behind each other so you better hope the people in front of you leave soon. (I recommend finding some street parking and walking a bit.) Once you get into the show these things matter less (shout out to Tom Segura). But the theater and experience is eh in my opinion.

Great shows considering this theater seats less than 2,000 people, but not the nicest theater. There are also some restaurants nearby. They need to upgrade this place, along with the bathrooms - need more of them as the lines can be very long winding through the lobby.

Great place! I never knew it existed. The performance could be seen at any viewpoint and there was leg room in the seats to cross my legs!!! Volume was perfect Will definitely go again!

There is 0 parking available except for the Street. The seats are very small and rock hard. Plus extremely high prices on their very limited Bar selection (Even compared to other theatres and event venues). Luckily, they do also offer seat cushions for free, and the views even from the back are pretty good. Id be willing to go back, but only for the right event.

Easy Finding place off Highway....great Theatre...fun show !!

The view of the stage appears to be great from every seat! Sound system is also great. The bar is EXPENSIVE and the lines are long. Also- parking is on the street! But, more convenient then driving into the city.

Nice space, needs updating but it is still quaint. The seats technically have padding, but are not comfortable. The staff were kind, polite and helpful. I very much enjoyed the screening of The princess bride and seeing Carey Elwes.

For Ladies Night Out we saw Trevor Noahs comedy act. Restaurants in walking distance. Nice place to see current shows. Limited parking for $20 directly across the street. Extensive free municipal parking within walking distance. Entry lines move quickly and you can order a drink for pick up while waiting in line. Medford businesses close early, so if you get a late show you will need to travel if you want drinks after.

Wish I had listened to the bad reviews. The balcony seats are terrible. They are completely wooden and you are sitting on top of the person next to you and completely squished. I approached about paying for better seats. They will let you but they wont refund your original ticket or put your original coat towards the new seats (we paid 60 for our tickets, if new seats were 120 we have to pay full price instead of an additional 60). This place is a joke. Drink prices are absolutely insane . I hope theyre putting the money towards renovations. 60 dollars for uncomfortable seats and not being able to see over the people in front of you. We drove over an hour for this show. Hopefully Cary Elwes will make it worth it. Horrible theater. Save your money.

I love that they restored this old high school theatre, but disappointed that they dont have any history or photographs of what it looked like originally. Its personal to me cuz my father was in the first ever production at the theatre when he was in school there. But as a venue for shows I would recommend it; Its intimate & I think any where would be a decent seat.

I had grown up in Medford. As such, I looked forward to sharing a great review of the Chevalier. I recently saw the Temptations and The Four Tops perform here. The theater itself is quite nice. The sound is good as well. Unfortunately, the night I was there, we had a few loud, over-served people behind us. After five of us had asked them to quiet down, to no avail, I gave up. The ushers were too busy chatting to do their jobs and quiet these drunks down.Overall: Sound quality and seating were fine. However, get your ushers to do their jobs, and for Gods sake, lower the cost of the beverages! Serious robbery going on there!

Great theatre. Not a bad seat in the house. Line was long but entry was quick. The only drawback was parking. Nightmare at that hour trying to find a non-residential parking space.

Very nice venue for a concert. Staff was helpful and nice and the seats were well spaced and comfortable. We bought our tickets late so we were up in the balcony in the back so we couldnt see really well, our fault not the venues. All in all it was a very good experience and we will probably visit again, maybe on the lower level though.

Nice and cozy theater! You will definitely enjoy the show here, especially from the orchestra seats. It is chilly in the winter so bring a warm coat. Also there are no cup holders so dont buy a cold drink if you like warm hands.

Gabriel Iglesias show on 2/15 was a great time. Venue seating is a little dated so they give you those stadium cushions like at the football games. Staff does a great job keeping people moving so the lines are long but they love fast.

Nicely updated depression-era theater with a huge capacity and (finally!) a decent concession setup including a full bar. Parking isnt great, but you can now see some big-name shows without having to fight your way into downtown Boston.

Great theater easy to get to of the highway. The staff was fantastic and didnt let loud drunks ruin the show... I sat I the farthest back seat on the floor and still had a perfect view.

A small little theater off the beaten path in Medford. Does put you right there with the performers Drinks are a bit excessive in price. No parking so you have to park on side streets.

Saw Cheap Trick 2/5. Awesome location. Small, intimate venue with great acoustics. Drink prices are high.

Went to see Neil Degrasse Tyson. AV was amazing I didnt miss a word he said. The cameras were always on him. The seats were comfortable although not meant for a taller person. But nothing in Boston is. But it was very clean and I was please to see actual enforcement of their rules like no flash photography. Altogether a very pleasant experience

Theater was kinda small for Gabriel iglesias show. Too many people in a cramped space. Definitely a fire safety hazard. Plus I had to wait outside in the cold for the previous showing to empty out. I will not go here again. I went only to see Gabriel.

Convenient location that attracts top talent. The theatre itself is fairly small and could be nicer given the talent it attracts. Seating layout could be better but most seats are decent enough.

Saw Gabriel Iglesias here. Awesome show! Family really enjoyed it. Lots of good places to eat near the theatre, made for a good night out.

I enjoy events at the Medford Chevalier because it is convenient and I can usually score good seats at a reasonable rate. Its an intimate but older venue. The staff are friendly and they know how to move a line.They recently added the ability to order drinks while waiting in line and when you get to your seat, you get served. Nice added benefit.

Get there early to find parking, or you will pay a high price. Thankfully, we did get there early and only paid a minimal amount for city street parking. The venue itself was fine, bathrooms were clean, but I was not impressed with the seating. It was cramped and very difficult to see anything. If you do want to go here, just make sure to get really good seats. Sound set up was good, but that may vary.

Classic, mid-20th century theater. No frills - went to a sold out comedy show and they were out of snacks and the concessions lines for drinks were untenable. The floor is gently sloped - so gently that if you end up seated behind a tall(ish) person youll have an obstructed view. The show itself was good, as was the audio quality, but the theater itself leaves a lot to be desired.

Loved the show but the place has a bad layout. There is only one bath room for the whole place and when you go to the bathroom its packed. Not to mention one of the urinals was out of order. Just made the experience difficult to enjoy.

Cool venue my first time here. Just FYI, if you have balcony seats, use the elevator! There are a lot of stairs if you dont use the elevator. Ill definitely be back for future shows.

We were here for Dr. Neil Tyson’ talk. We were 6 rows behind the stage!! It was an amazing experience to be there and suck in all the information. I’m coming here again for the Trevor Noah show, but that’s from the balcony hopefully a nice view.

Saw an amazing rock show here (Generation Axe!) and the acoustics is great, and its small enough so the guitarists ran upstairs even among the fans!

Nice local theater with big name entertainment. Very comfortable padded seating in the orchestra section. Not quite as comfortable, but acceptable, wooden seats in the balcony. Be warned there no bathrooms in the balcony section. All bathrooms are on the lower level. Nice bar and concession area. Building presently has no a/c but there are plans to add it. Good sight lines from most all seats. Very well managed theater with friendly ticketing and security personnel.

What a great little venue. Easy access, good staff, good view lines from the orchestra seats. Dont know about balcony.

Ok I will give 5 stars to the comedians that performed. Saw Trevor Noah here and is amazing! Staff was very friendly. Sound quality was great 6 rows back. Great views. Points taken away for very old theatre and bathrooms. . Old fashioned seats. Reminded me of of an old HS auditorium. No cup holders. Seats to close together. Also careful when ordering drinks fom bar. 2 rum drinks in a 10oz plastic cup 50% ice cost $42 Not including tip. Could have bought a bottle of Malibu and juice/soda for that much.

Took my son to fluffy he loved it. Good time noce venue. Security was pretty good as well.

I went to see a comedy show. In addition to surprisingly efficient and convenient parking, the theatre was well managed with a clear flow for the large audience, multiple bars to buy drinks (2 drinks or one double per person, bars on first floor and balcony levels). Despite the multi-block line to get in the theatre, bag check was very brief and the bar line was less than 4-5 people long. Although we were in the balcony we had an excellent view and thoroughly enjoyed the preformances. Exiting the theatre was similarly efficient, and despite our car being boxed in during parking, we were able to drive away less than 10 minutes after reaching our car.

Problem is this theatre has heavy logistics problems when people are coming in and out.That and the drinks here are SO expensive, I understand venues will always be a bit more but this place is like $16 for a large beer (Bud light quality)Good acoustics and viewing though!

Saw a show by Gabriel Iglesias there and was super fun (five stars for his show) the theater had a smell. Wish it was cleaner and there was no parking close by and we had to park on the street far away.

The seats are horrible at this theatre. Not only are they too small but the sides are metal bars that dig into your legs. I loved seeing Trevor Noah but how uncomfortable I was definitely took away from the experience. The staff on the other hand were nice and helpful.

Older, cozy venue for a comedy show. We recently saw Kevin James, and enjoyed both the venue and the show. Parking can fill up, and we ended up parking in Medford Square in a municipal building lot (free) within a short walk. Much closer than garage parking for The Wilbur in Boston, for similar performances. I would definitely see another show at The Chevalier.

Great theatre bringing in local and national talent. Cheers for having Harpoon on at the bar!

It was my first time visiting my hometown theater which is now managed by a professional organization. I can say that there are no bad seats in this entire place. We sat close to the stage and it felt like we were front row. Entrance was a bit of a hassle with the line reaching down the street. We Ubered over as parking can be an issue given the distance and number of people being dropped off. The only real problem was the concession stand and bathroom seemed to create a bottleneck for those going upstairs. Despite its issues, this theater is well worth the visit for any performance.

Fluffy was funny. Didnt like the theater. Felt like a sardine. Would fine another place to see him.

Great venue, pretty big. If you would like a good, close up experience- I recommend getting seats in the Orchestra section. Also, the theatre itself does not have official parking. However, there are plenty of lots and street parking available that is free after 6pm.

Great venue. Sounded really good. Seats were surprisingly comfortable. Highly recommend.

We got to see Gabriel Fluffy Iglesias live here. We were surprised by the lack of parking in the area for how large of a venue it was. People were parking in the residential area adjacent the theater. The bathrooms had attendants and seemed clean. But the look and smell made you feel like you were in an old high school bathroom. There were a lot of security and ushers herding the patrons. There is a small foyer or entry area to gather before going into the theater. The owners are using this area for a bar and merchandise sales. I understand the desire for profits, but this is not a theater experience most I feel are looking for. All in all, we were able to get in, get seated, see a great show and safely get out. I further disliked that most people couldnt see the projection screens hanging above the stage.I felt very sorry for the people waiting outside in single digit temperatures in a line that reached downtown Medford, MA. Its February in New England. The time between shows forced the sold out 2nd show to have even less parking and to wait over an hour outside.Im glad the choice of venue brought ticket prices down, however, Id pay substantially more for a larger, newer or renovated locale.

Small venue, must sit in center section, but great for the price

This place is picking up steam. Booking some great concerts recently and ticket prices are much more reasonable than in Boston. Plenty of parking at Medford City Hall, just a short walk away.

Nice venue. Went to see Bert!! Loved him. Unimpressed with the organization of the lines and the seats.

This is an older, smaller venue with great sound. The food and drink are limited and expensive, but there are lots of great places to eat nearby. You may have to park a few blocks away. Overall, I enjoyed the concert I came for.

Parking was a pain to find or straight $30. The theater itself was great and sound was perfect. Gabrielle Iglesias was his AMAZING self ️

The Chevalier is a good place to see a show. Venue is updated, seats are good and the sound is decent (depends on the band/show). Parking is inconvenient but thats true for most places in the city. We will go there again.

I have seen better theaters.We went to a espectacle that needed darkness but sunlight filtered through the non absolutley covered windows

Most theatres (big or small) arent organized but this one is slightly worse than others. It is also REALLY hot inside. There is not parking near it; rather, a 7 min walk in an obscure place.

Loved the quaintness of this old theater.

Great staff, very nice bar, and the place is ALWAYS clean! I love coming here with my friend..

It was great to see Trevor Noah, but the theater is very flat and it is hard to see the stage. They had some jumbotrons but they were not visible from the ground floor. I recommend the balcony.

The theater was nice. The seat are too bad . The bathroom was clean. The only problem I had was the ushers seating people in the wrong seats and be aware the parking is on the Street so leave early so you can find a spot

Went to see generation axe on black friday 2018. Show was great!3 stars because venue seating is cramped and we had trouble seeing the stage at times. It got pretty hot and stuffy as well. I would spring for closer seets nearer aisle if I went again. No need to pay $14 for a 20oz Harpoon. Concession prices could be improved.Pluses: Sound was excellent for listening to an evening of guitar shredding and there was plenty of close parking.

Old theater. Hard seats. View from balcony is interrupted by railing. No easy parking.

Great place! Easy to get to, park and great seats throughout. Thanks

Good sight lines easier to get to then the Wilbur. Parking is $30 at venue or free at auxiliary parking lots about 5 minutes away.

Just saw a movie there last night, easy to find out seats, could see the movie from everywhere, great sound, definitely going again.

As it comes to venues any seats a good seat. But God forbid if anything bad happens. I dont think many people would be able to get it in time.

Nice little theater, went and saw Fluffy there. Leaving the place there is a lot of traffic so park down the street from theater or on a side street.

Just saw Nick Offer an at the original 1939 Medford High school auditorium, which is now the Chevalier Theatre. Art deco vibe for sure. Nice venue, little slow to get seated and to exit.

Its a nice little place for concerts and comedy shows. The only down fall is that there is no parking which is a pain.

Delightful atmosphere, the Theater is one secret treasure for singing groups (Temptations, Four Tops, Gladys Knight, + more ...playwrights also. The sound is fantastic !

We saw Ron White at the Chevalier, and while the facility is very nice, the prices at the bar for drinks are slightly outrageous, and they consider three different choices of M&Ms a selection of snacks. I know this is an older facility, so the seats are really close together making it hard to get really comfortable without assaulting your neighbor, but despite these minor issues its a very well appointed facility and the show was awesome! I would definitely come back for another show.

Just saw the Gypsy Kings - my first time here. It was a great venue - not too big, but big enough. Love that they have video screens above the stage.

Great place. Easy highway access, free parking nearby. Nice, charming older theater.

Nice old historic highschool auditorium converted in to a play theater. The only reason why I give it 4 stars is for the small seats and the lack of organization for the drink stands. Also a bit overpriced on the bottle water when you are not even in a fancy downtown theater district. $8.00 for Poland Spring water bottle in Medford mass is a bit ridiculous. J

Good sound. Sight lines from the balcony are not good. We were in the second row and it was quite hard to see. I would recommend sitting in tht lower section

Saw Bert Kreisher here tonight! Both show and venue were the best!

The theater is a lil run down. But Jo Koy was awesome.

Nice theater. Not very fancy or new. But large and full of events that otherwise youd have to go to Boston to watch

We went to a comedy show here and the only bathrooms were in the bottom floor. It was mobbed. People getting their drinks in line near the bathroom, it was packed.

I rarely give bad rating but this place is a waste of money. Overpriced and horrible seats and No parking available. You will be walking in cold at night sevaral blocks in your heels. Better take an uber from a local mall parking lot :)

Nice venue and good shows but parking can be tough

Felt like I was in a high school auditorium, but it was great to see Patti Labelle there!!

It was a good venue. Small, nice, intimate. The n8ght I was there the a-c was broken and it was very hot other than that it was a great place to see a concert!

I Dont Recall Going To This Theatre So Ill Give It To Be A Semi Unapologetically Reviewer. I Trust That People Give The Benefit Of This Historic Theatre...

Decent venue with a lot of good acts, and seemed like pretty decent views from all seats. Just be aware of the line situation on cold nights. The line was wrapped down around the end of the block a few hundred people when we arrived about 15 mins pre-show.

Parking was easy. Staff was accommodating the security showed us to our seats. Drinks overpriced $16 for 10 oz. Of pinot grigio and a $5 bottle of water. The show was as awesome thougg this made it all worth it. JOEY Diaz

Terrible logistics coming here for the Rachel Bloom show in October 2019. Be prepared for a long wait outside, poorly set up security flow, and cramped bathrooms. Otherwise a great venue, but give yourself time.

Sound could have been better for a small theatre. The crowd was launder than the performers.

Rec center downstairs is great for the kids when weather prevents outside activities

Nice location. Comfortable seats. Fair acoustics. Not the best place for a concert. Sight lines are okay

Saw Vic DiBitetto last night. Great show Great seats.

Awesome show with Jay Leno here. Easy in and easy out.

I saw Jewel here, and it was great. Parking is easy, there are lots nearby or street. The theatre is very nice inside and good viewing angles almost from anywhere. There is an upper balcony and the floor goes way back. I was more toward the front. I would definitely return for another venue.

This place was great. The overall look is nice, and it is quite spacious. I also enjoyed the fact that it didnt get overly crowded, regardless of the publicity of the performance I went to. Overall, I enjoyed the theatre.

Great entertainment! I would have given 5 stars but My big dislike is the cost of parking. I now take an Uber to and from the facility because it’s much cheaper than their parking rate

The lines were well managed, and it seemed like most seats had a good view. Also Eric Andre was very funny.From,D

Very cute theatre! Would have loved to be there for a play or concert preformance. The show we saw was lack lustre but that is not the fault of the venue. Friendly staff and very welcoming and helpful. Wish the parking situation was better here. For the number of seats they have they dont seem to expect a packed house.

Very nice small theater. Its a great place for a show.

Nice venue, Good sound and visibility for the speakers I saw... and I was in the very back row of 2nd floor!