Center Stage Theatre

08/28/06

A cozy atmosphere for new residents of the Atlanta area

by robijackson at Citysearch

I really enjoyed Earthlink/Centerstage/ The Loft on both occasions. I recently had moved here and was looking to hear some soulful music in an unobtrusive and intimate setting. I went online and discovered the beautiful and talented Goapele would be performing at The Loft and was pressed to go. No long lines, you can actually find parking around the corner for $5, the drinks are served strong...which is always good. Good music...mature people...safe environment. I give it two thumbs up!

On the second visit, I went to see Raheem Devaughn. He took over 3 hours to come onstage, but I didn't get mad because I'd met some really interesting individuals in the audience and was talking my butt off. The vibe is real...something hard to find nowadays.

• Pros: Tickets are reasonably priced

11/26/05

Earthlink Live

by theyjacket at Citysearch

I agree with the other reviews that Earthlink is nice little intimate spot. I respectfully disagree on the sound though. Perhaps it was the particular band we saw perform, but the decibel rating had to be beyond what is required to avoid hearing damage. The sound system was good, but it didn't have to be THAT loud to enjoy the act. Also, even though this is an auditorium, it's really nothing more than a concrete box with theater seating, so the acoustics aren't really that good. To Earthlink Live's credit they do sell ear plugs in the lobby at cost - but all that really does is muffle the artist you paid good money to hear. I would say Earthlink Live is a good spot, but only if you're sure you're not going to get your eardrums blown out.

• Pros: Seating, Reasonable Price
• Cons: Sound too loud, Variety of acts

10/07/02

So cool you may forget the show

by buzzdavis at Citysearch

Back when it was Center Stage, I enjoyed the intimate setting for live music. Returned recently to great surprise to the funky loungy bar area. My friends and I wanted to hang out on the couches more than we wanted to see the show. Which brings me to my main complaint - very few good acts (or at least ones I'd recognize) are booked here. Is it too small?

• Pros: intimate