I was excited to check out The National Theatre after a long break from theatre. I saw “Fiddler on the Roof,” one of my favorite plays. I’m going to start with the venue. The venue itself is quite historic and I love an old theatre. One of the biggest and most obvious gripes is the fact there is only one bathroom on the second floor which fills up FAST. I was slightly confused where to pickup tickets but the staff were helpful and kind. Before the show there was a small happy hour if you will which had a wine and cheese tasting. I loved it! So fun to have before the show. Our seats were pretty good but they’re not windowed very well so if you’re sitting far back or behind someone tall you’re kind of out of luck.As far as the show, I love love love this play. Overall I felt it was pretty great but I didn’t really love the mother, Golde. Personally didn’t love her voice or acting but the rest was great.

Saw the Illusionists last week and reminded me just how magnificent this building is. True without elevators and restrooms are on the second floor but there is no bad seat when watching . Nice bars and go to the second floor for no lines . You can bring drinks and food purchased inside . Lots of parking nearby and if you use spot hero I get very convenient parking at a discount . Several restaurants closed by if you arrive early and walk on E over to 12 or beyond.

It was a thrill to be back in the National Theater where we saw a beautiful performance of Swan Lake by the St Petersburg Ballet. The relatively small size of the theater gave us on up close experience which we thoroughly enjoyed.

We went here for a free Saturday morning children’s play. Unfortunately the lobby was closed to prepare for an evening show so had to wait outside, even though we were advised to arrive early when reserving. I was looking forward to see how more of this magnificent building, but spent 20 minutes watching people skate outside under the hot sun.

This theater is so much bigger than I expected, and it doesnt seem to have one bad seat in the house. The staff was courteous and kept us moving efficiently. The stage is awesome and the performance we saw was awe inspiring: Cirque Dreams Holidays. Thank you for a wonderful experience with 4 generations in attendance in my family!

Saw Jersey Boys here. Very nice, historic theater with lots of history. Did you know Abraham Lincolns son was attending a performance here when his father was shot at nearby Fords Theater? The seating is classy and comfortable and the acoustics were great. Dont wait for the bathrooms after the show. Just walk out and go right a little ways into The Shops. There are public (and very nice) bathrooms on the second floor. And no wait!Also nearby is the W Hotel. A beautiful place to check out if you have a little extra time on your hands.

After a great dinner at MXDC, we walked to the theater. We had two front row balcony seating, on the far right. Solid seats nonetheless. We thought we would be too far for good viewing, but that was not the case.“A Bronx Tale” was a nice mix of a “West Side Story” and “Jersey Boys” (just like it’s marketed as). The theatre is certainly dated, but nice. Dont go looking to buy food or drink without a budget for that line item (cocktails are approximately $20 and up). In terms of seating space, I’m 6’4”, and legroom wasn’t an issue for me - at least on the balcony level (although my wife and I were seated in Row A).Overall, The National Theatre is a much more affordable option than the Kennedy Center - and has more character. We’ll definitely plan on a return visit!

Jersey Boys is a fantastic show! But our seats somehow ended up in the farthest row from the stage in the mezzanine level. We couldnt see the top part of the stage display. Luckily we were allowed to move forward at intermission. Pay attention to where youre seats are in this theater!But you cant go wrong with Jersey Boys-- great music and dancing. A delightful show.

We really enjoyed seeing Mike Birbiglias comedy show at the National Theatre! It was an easy drive down from Baltimore and there were plenty of parking garages within walking distance. Even the seats at the far ends of each row had a clear view of the stage.

This was our first experience at the National theater. I loved the more intimate feel if this theater. I was really surprised at how good our seats were and how close to the stage we were. I will definitely go to another show in this theater. The drink and concessions were very pricey, but the theater as a whole was great!

I came here to see the Magicians and it was such a great experience. The theatre is large but manages to feel very intimate. Chairs were comfortable and clean. I would definitely come back.

Amazing location. I think built in 1830s. I was raised going to Radio City Music Hall which is much larger but Warner is cozy and quaint. Dont let it slip by. Say hi to the little kid thats always there. Shhh.

I came here with my family to see the Illusionists. We had a wonderful time and our seats were awesome! The folks who work there were super nice and helpful. The only thing I can ding the place on is the snack and beer prices. It cost us $25 for two beers! Other than that, its a fun place to see a show.

Great intimate theater with fantastic shows. There is not a bad seat in the house. We will be back for more shows.

This was a great experience. Besides the show itself, we particularly appreciated the live music during the pre-show cocktail hour. We had a good time, the building is nice, and the seats were comfortable.Special note for repeat customers: bring back your cup to enjoy the refill prices the next time you go!

I came here to see Swan Lake and had a great evening. I noticed that the shows at this theater are often big production items and I definitely think the seating lend itself to that kind of show, but I have to admit that I was disappointed that this theater dles not have a pit for a live orchestra. The sound quality of the recordings was not great and we could hear every little play and pause, and the house curtain was extremely wrinkly and possibly just a scrim because I could see everyone warming up between scenes. Regardless, I enjoyed my evening here and Im sure Ill be back.

The Illusionists were great! The theater needs some tender care. We sat in balcony & the partial wall has material on it full of dust & carpets could use a good cleaning. However, the staff was pleasant & bathrooms were clean.

I love this theatre ️. The elevator is spacious and quiet, and the womens bathroom on the Mezzanine level is huge, like it needs to be so women can be in and out in a reasonable time. Tonight I noticed a staff member assisting a man who was using a rolling walker. She stayed with him, even on the elevator to make sure he was taken care of. It touched me.

I love the staff here! When we accidentally bought tickets for the wrong night they didnt miss a beat. The box office smiled and found us wonderful seats for the show. Thank you for making our evening seamless despite ourselves!

Excellent theatre in terms of ease to get into your seat. The only issue is that the seats in the main floor are somewhat leveled with each other and with the stage making it hard to watch the show because if any one with a slighter taller neck is sitting in front of you. The seats are also outdated and uncomfortable. Also, if you want to use the restroom it’s a bit of a hike to the 2nd floor.

Went to see Fidler on the roof, it was great! The staff was professional and courteous. Got there really early and found out about complimentary wine and cheese that they offer, we enjoyed that. The theater is old and the decor could use a little rehab. The parking situation isnt great, take the metro if possible. The mints at the end was a nice gesture.

Beautiful theater, unrivaled performances, I will be back very soon.

What an amazin time and show. Come prepared the theater was very cold. Had a jacket and was still a bit cold. We will be back for another show.

It is very good theater. Great sound system and comfortable chair. We will come here again to see other show

Came to see School of Rock - good layout and big enough to see. The orchestra section isn’t very steep so watch out if the guy in front of you is tall - yikes! LOL

The show was amazing, but in a box seat I had an obstructed view due to the massive speakers. Kinda disappointing.

But of course the show was fantastic! However the bathroom situation is atrocious! The line was insane and then no toilet paper. Cmon! Youre the National Theatre. Figure it out. The seats are not great either. We had good seats but still could not see the stage. We didnt seem to be higher than the seats in front of us.

Saw Beetlejuice the musical here on Halloween Before it made its way to Broadway. Theatre was clean, the ushers very nice and polite. We did get upgraded on our seats free if charge which was great. A small theatre, but very up to date furnishings. We will be back.

I prefer to see shows at the Kennedy Center, but went to the National Theatre to see Rent. I had first row seats in the balcony. Talk about tight seats, no room for my feet or knees to move. Thankfully, the people next to me didnt return after intermission, so I had a little room. Performance was good, but the feeling of being cramped took away from the experience.

Beetlejuice was amazing! I recommend it a 100 percent. They switched it up from the movie some but it was excellent! Great actors, singers, and dancers! The props were amazing . It was very funny and entertaining. But not appropriate for kids. Great date night!

This place is fine unless youre in the back of the balconies. The ridiculous angle and low ceiling height make it nearly impossible to see the stage. That coupled with the fact that they charge $6 for a bottle of water and $9 for a small bag of trail mix makes this a place Ill never go again, even for free.

Wonderful Historic theater. The sound in the second balcony is a little weak.

Although I have enjoyed many shows at this theatre, I am disappointed about my most recent experience.I received their email promotion that excitedly included a short clip titled: Illusionists - Magic of the Holidays. The clip showcased magicians and snippets of magic shows. I watched that video and saw that Shin Lim was in it. Immediately, I knew that my mother and father-in-law would love to see him, therefore I purchased tickets for a party of 5. We all were ecstatic.Well, he was nowhere to be found. From beginning to end, there was no Shin Lim ANYWHERE. And it was NOT MAGIC or magical at all. It was a TRICK. Please do NOT use a person to advertise for a show if they will NOT be included. This vagueness and misleading lure is a lack of poor integrity and I am truly surprised because I have never thought this could happen at an establishment that I have respected in the past.

Love this venue. Have seen many productions here my entire life. The theatre is clean, comfortable and classy. Access to this theatre and parking is convenient.

Great shows. Small and cozy. Accessible by metro. Lots of restaurants close by

Beautiful old theater just blocks from the White House. The seats are unusually large for the age of the theater, providing more comfort than the seats of its counterparts.Like any theater, the experience is influenced by the show. However, this theaters downtown Washington, DC location has features like proximity to restaurants and public transportation readily available.When purchasing tickets, patrons should be aware that the restrooms and bar are on the second floor.

Great venue for live entertainment.

Great venue with history! The staff was well organized and helpful! I will definitely go there again.

Great theater shows! Musicals and plays. DC is a theater town and this is a top spot for quality entertainment!

First time seeing a show in this venue. Enjoyed Margaritaville!

For an older theater it was very well kept! It was clean, the attendants were friendly, and it had bathrooms conveniently located so you didnt have to dig your ticket out to return to your seat! Cant wait to see another show here!

Start with comfort. The theatre was warm and seats were short on leg room. Sound in the balcony was more echoey than it should have been for my comfort.Saw Fiddler on the roof, which sadly is a show thats out of step with todays understanding and values.My next visit, I will ask about hearing accomodations. Parking was typical DC parking with street for free if you can find it and paid parking for between $12-22.I did not buy ticket insurance and ended up with two extras.

Great place to see live performances. Staff is great! Even supportive of people with disabilities.

Seats were comfortable, views of the stage were great. Absolutely fantastic performance of The Kings Speech!

Saw Jersey Boys there! Loved it!!!

Always a lovely evening. There staff is supper nice and cheerful.

Great venue with a good view of the stage from most seating areas. Good lighting, sound and orchestration.

Great location - right near metro center. In house drinks and snacks are a little pricey but seems standard for a theater. Lots of great options for seating - great views on many levels. Restroom set up is a little small for the size of the venue. Unsure about ADA options - there are a lot of stairs so Im not sure what the alternative is. Staff are friendly and helpful!

Beautiful theater. We got the last 2 seats in the balcony to see Fiddler on the Roof and they were still very good seats.

Wonderful theater...saw a great play! Acoustics were very good and thoroughly enjoyed the evening!

Great venue! I went to see the Marvin Gaye musical this eve and it was awesome! This venue doesnt have a bad seat in the theater. The theater itself could use some upgrades and the acoustics could also be improved.

This is such a lovely theatre with comfortable seating and wonderful acoustics. Ive sat in the orchestra and mezzanine levels and never have had a bad view. There are bars with refreshments and light snacks on every level and the bathrooms are updated and always clean. A wonderful venue to catch a show!

Beautiful because it was historic but very little space to get past people in the seats and the stairs are really steep for older people.

Jersey Boys were awesome, theater is run down with very narrow seats. I will look for another venue.

Went to see Beetlejuice the musical here! Loved it!

We saw the show, Beautiful, @ National Theatre. Its not the first time Ive been there nor will it be the last! I highly recommend the show! Beautiful was incredible!! There are no words to describe it. Beautiful is a must see!! The Theatre itself is wonderful. Although, beware, there is a section in the Orchestra section that evens out for 3-4 rows. You either want to so I front or behind those rows for better viewing comfort.

Jersey Boys was a fantastic show! Great seats in the mezzanine.

Had a nice time seeing Mean Girls with my daughter. We even got a wave and a wink from Tina Fey! Pretty cool!

My experience was great. Went to see Pride and Joy Marvin Gaye story it was awesome! The staff was friendly and the bathroom attendants were on their jobs getting women in and out out of the bathroom quickly and the bathrooms were exceptionally clean. All in all it was a great experience!!

Saw a great production of Fiddler on the Roof. Great theater and good service throughout

Beautiful and intimate venue. Great spot to see a show in DC.

Saw Stomp there on Saturday, my first time there, a bit smaller venue so all the seats are good, no binoculars needed!

Beautiful theater and they let you bring in drinks! (in their tumblers)

Nice theater with good acoustics although it was a little on the loud side when we went. Very small and personal, Im not sure there is a bag seat in the house.

A fine old theater that gets some big names and occasional new shows, but most of what comes through here is touring companies of Broadway shows. Do yourself a favor: Instead of these big, overpriced touring shows, go visit one of DCs MANY incredible local theaters that produce spectacular productions in more intimate venues at a fraction of the cost. Check out TheaterWashington to see whats playing in town.

Great performance of Jersey Boys. Great venue with nearby parking.

I sat in the Mezzanine section for Pride and Joy: Marvin Gaye the Musical. Not enough leg room between rows, and the carpet needs to be cleaned/replaced. We had great seats. Ushers need to assist people to their proper seats. Very disruptive when someone is sitting in the wrong seat/level. Need more lighting when plays are over . We had a great view of the play

WONDERFUL SATURDAY.....LOVED THE PLAY & THE STAFF WAS EXTREMELY KIND.

Great historical theatre!Note that leg room for ~5 11 and taller people will not be particularly comfortable.

A beautiful theatre and a very nice size for small concerts. Its near the National Mall and the Smithsonian Museums.

Watched Beetlejuice the musical. Seating is nice, there is about an inch more leg space compared to the Hippodrome in Baltimore. I have a slightly larger stature from weight lifting and my legs were okay in the space.The actors are TALENTED. These people can sing well, act well, and make the experience very enjoyable.Food/drinks are on the pricier side, a bag of candy was $4, soda was around $6, and the prices went up from there. For DC the prices were reasonable.Over all, its a great experience. Definitely worth the money. Good luck.

This theater has some of the best plays and performances in DC. Located in the DC theater district and in downtown this is one the cities Gems

This is a beautiful theater! As a DC resident into theater and supporting the arts, highly recommend trying to catch a show here if you havent yet.Only thing Im not a huge fan of: the steep shallow stairs in the balcony section. Ive been to many theaters over time, and these are some of the steepest Ive seen. If you go and sit in the balcony section, please be careful! Its easy to trip on them and not much banister to hold on to...

Great shows, fabulous acoustics and excellent visibility from nearly all seats.

A hidden jewel. Parking is very easy. Its easy to get to from the VIRGINIA suburbs and matinee ticket prices are awesome. I love this theater. Its a much more fun and pleasurable experience than that other place on the Potomac River

Great friendly atmosphere. Not a bad seat in the house.

Beautiful venue with extremely nice staff. Plenty of parking near the venue. Lots of local restaurants around for before or after show dining.

Watched Beautiful, the Carole King musical. Sound in the theater is good. The ushers did a great job seating people. There were also ushers in the ladies room who directed patrons to empty stalls. While there was a line (isnt there always) it moved fast because of the ushers.

Shows are incredible. Truly a national treasure!

Awesome venue. Got over xhargex for a drink but besides that it was great

Comfortable seating and good acoustics. Concessions, liquid refreshments, available on each level.

Ive seen a couple of shows here. The actors are top quality, the shows are always amazing, and the sound quality in the theater is excellent.Great for a date night.The seats are comfortable. I wish they were staggered since sitting behind a tall person makes it hard to see the stage.Take the metro and walk or find parking within a couple of blocks.

Pride and Joy was outstanding!

Great views! You really cant go wrong

Very accessible to get to via metro or parking garages around the area. The location is very well kept and a little piece is history.♡

Professional and courteous staff. Generally disabled-friendly though long walk from nearest parking

Great venue. Seats are comfortable with room for ones knees. Sound is very good even in the highest tier of seats. The public spaces on the second, third, and fourth floors have been fixed up very nicely.

I wish they had a live orchestra for the Swan Lake performance. The performance was LOVELY but the stop and go of the recorded music was a little jarring.

Nice theatre, good shows, and youre in a historic venue.

Really enjoyed the Marvin Gaye musical. Excellent singing and dancing. Sound was a bit shaky, but still great entertainment and touching tribute.

Absolutely beautiful venue between the Capitol and WH.Drinks are crazy expensive.

I attended Beetlejuice, which was an amazing show! I sat in the mezzanine section. As far as the venue goes, before the show started, they had spotlights moving around. Unfortunately, they would shine directly into your eyes part of the time, which was really annoying and blinding. I was on the 3rd floor, and during the intermission they closed the mens restroom to accommodate women from the 3rd and 4th floor. That was considerate, so the womens line wasnt as long. The concessions were a ripoff, as expected. $4 for some peanut M&Ms and $6 for a bottle of sparkling water. Other than that, it was pretty cold during the show, but the acoustics were very good and I could easily see all parts of the stage from my seat! I had a great time!

A very comfortable place to attend a play. Do not appreciate the Captive Audience prices for snacks and beverages.

Great experience seeing Something Rotten! Seats had a wonderful view even from the upper balcony.

It is one of the most beautiful theatres I have visited in a long time. It have great architecture and service is awesome. If you are thinking about whether going or not, you should go!

Beetlejuice was amazing!! Our seats were okay, we didnt realize how high up the balcony really was. Although we could see everything, it would definitely be worth it to spring for the lower levels! Staff members were all polite and courteous. Building needs some minor repairs, but that is to be expected in a building as old as this theatre.

Show was great. Coat check was closed on a cold November night. Bar service was fine. Unless you get in line before intermission starts you wont get in the bathroom.

Beautiful theater, but small rows. Drinks were strong and every seat seemed good.

A wonderful theater, historic and elegant. More than any other theater in Washington DC, it has the feel of a classic Broadway Theatre. Unfortunately for some reason, nowadays it tends to book some of the tackiest and cheesiest musicals rather than the better quality ones.

Enjoy the show and Experience. Just need to train merchandise associate.