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Bowery Ballroom

6 Delancey St
New York, NY 10002-2804
Phone: (212) 533-2111
Bowery Ballroom
Cross Street:
Between Bowery and Chrystie Street
Directions:
B, D at Grand St; F; J, M, Z at Essex St-Delancey St
Best of Citysearch:
Live Music Venue 2007, Live Music Venue 2006
Hours:
Call for showtimes

Editorial Review for Bowery Ballroom – by Andy Battaglia

The Scene
When it opened in 1998, the Bowery Ballroom was the first major music venue to appear on the Lower East Side in generations. Now, this one-time vaudeville hall and former shoe store is perhaps the most beloved club in the city. The Ballroom's old-style theatrical stage is wide and open, rising above the floor, and an intimate wraparound balcony. The club is also outfitted with bars on all three levels, which allows you to duck down to the basement lounge if you need a break.

The Draw
It's home to mid-scale touring acts, with big-name indie rockers sharing the stage with living legends and the occasional well-known local band. The spacious main room officially has a 550-person capacity, but probably holds considerably more than that. Sight lines are good everywhere, and the superior sound system matches any in the city.

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Know Before You Go

The cash-only box office is at the Mercury Lounge, 217 E Houston St.

The Extras

Stop by Good World for some liquids before or after the show.

User Reviews for Bowery Ballroom

2 Star Rating: Below Average

01/31/2007 Posted by ajunet3

Bowery Ballroom has great shows all the time. I usually have a great experience. I don't know what happened last night, from the door man hitting on me to getting my ID checked WHILE the concert was going...(.I'm 24 and my wrist band was showing), and then the coat check woman not giving me my coat at the end of the night. I swear on everything that means anything that she gave me one ticket for 2 coats, and would not give it to me.I even asked her about it when I first gave my coat to her and she just said "Next". It was 12:00 and they wanted us to wait until everyone in the venue got their coat!! The manager was nice enough to hear us out and gave us the coat.....After a while of pretty much begging. Go to Bowery Ballroom for the great shows, but don't expect much.....It's New York City, we can go anywhere for a great show!

Pros: Great Shows!

Cons: Rude Staff

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/02/2006 Posted by liz359

Really is the best place to see a show. Get there early and grab drinks downstairs at the bar. If the opeing band is good thne head on up otherwise its great to just chill out at the tables. I love this place.

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Editor's Review

Get the royal treatment at this five-star palace of rock clubs.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

The cash-only box office is at the Mercury Lounge, 217 E Houston St.

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Bar/Club Information

Atmospheres

  • Clubs
  • Live Music
  • Bars

Live Music

  • Yes

Hours

  • Call for showtimes

Payment Types

  • Cash

Music Types

  • Alternative Rock

Recognition for Bowery Ballroom

2007 Editorial Winner - Live Music Venue
2006 Editorial Winner - Live Music Venue

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