Shakespeare Tavern

04/28/12

Worn out..

by Radhha

Director Jeff does it again, and I mean not just in good way. The same opening act works only on new folks, and wonder why there is more new folks here than ever.

(anyone w/ pager time to get cellphone, I make you repeat "good evening" because I like it, people wave over there - some smarter than others, ...so on..argh )

The whole setup is good, but only if it is your first visit. I give it one star for food.

I was really disappointed to see the director do the opening act and play multiple parts in the show, "Much ado about nothing". There may be a good reason for it, as filling in for an absent actor, but it really puts a bad taste in mouth.

The seats are not comfortable. Food and beer is always good :)

To sum it up, if you have seen one show, you have seen it all..save your money for a movie night out instead.

09/08/10

One of the best times to be had in Atlanta

by bfz1189

The Shakespeare Tavern is one of Atlanta's best kept secrets. It is a very enjoyable and inexpensive way to spend an evening. I have gone to everything for Shakespeare to Tennesse Williams and it is all good. The actors and the director have their own flair and their

own way of interpreting each play and this adds to the fun. Everything isw relaxed, friendly and informal.

06/19/09

We had a lot of fun!

by wisemesw

We went to see The Mystery of Irma Vep. I loved this show!! The actors were just fantastic. They were amazing with the quick changes and perfect comedic timing. The pianist was very impressive. We had a large birthday party at the Shakespeare Tavern, and everyone in our party had a ball. The Tavern is an awesome place to have dinner and bring friends or guests. Everthing we experienced was top notch.

• Pros: Excellent Actors and Production
• Cons: Parking was OK, just not as convenient as some venues

11/05/08

Horrible Acting - Save your money & time

by seastar001

A group of friends and I decided to take a friend here for her recent birthday since she had been wanting to go. It was the worst acting I have ever experienced. I've seen better acting/props/jobs done in high schools across the country. We didn't order any food, but after the quality of the production was well announced we decided against it. Toward the end it was hard not to laugh at how over-the-top these all too amateur actors were.

07/03/06

Don't be soured by an unknowing reviewer

by nebula616

If the previous reviewer knew anything about Shakespeare they would know that phallic references and other bawdy comedy was the norm. The majority of the Bard's audience was uneducated, so sexual jokes usually got the best reaction. Give the Tavern a second look, maybe the specific play wasn't to your liking, and if you don't want the food, they don't make you buy it-you can always eat before you go.

• Pros: actors are approachable, ambience, educational
• Cons: parking is a bit incovenient, food is good but a bit expensive