Popejoy Hall

I can’t imagine a better venue. The acoustics were great for the NM Philharmonic. The seating is situated in a way that everyone can see the stage clearly.
My only gripe would be about the parking. I’m writing this review while waiting in line to exit the parking structure. It’s going to take at LEAST 20 minutes to get out of here.

I’ve been to many productions at Popejoy, since l’ve subscribed to Broadway in New Mexico a few years when the line-​up strikes my fancy. It also seems like the organizers have worked hard to bring a variety of acts/​performances to the venue, which is really one of the only places in NM to see big-​budget productions (that aren’t operas).
In my opinion, the space is great, with good acoustics (when it’s not too loud), comfortable seating, and decent leg room.
The qualms I have are mostly the price point, which makes it prohibitively expensive for many to go, and propagates the state’s class divide/​the idea that theater is only for rich old people, but shows are expensive to put on, so what can you really do. The other thing that I find annoying is the presentation before shows telling us to buy raffle tickets for a fundraiser. It seems tacky and unprofessional to me, in addition to taking up time, when musicals tend to run on the longer side already.

Popejoy Hall is an amazing auditorium. The whole building is ‘fancy’ and impeccable and the staff is truly nice. From experience, I can say performing on that stage is an outstanding experience, wonderful acoustics and it is very beautiful as well.
Popejoy Hall attracts many plays around the world, and it is worth visiting if you live in New Mexico or are traveling to New Mexico.

Popejoy is the best place in Albuquerque to see national and international touring acts. Their 2014 – 2015 season had a huge variety of performances. I have been to four so far this season: The Nutcracker Ballet, Chicago, Sleeping Beauty and Jessica Fellowes’ talk on Downton Abbey. All of which were fantastic.
We always purchase orchestra seats so I can’t comment on what seating like is upstairs. The seats are comfortable and not cramped. Bathroom lines can get a little long right before the show and during intermission but tend to move quickly.
Paid parking is available in the garage or you can use the park and ride shuttle, which is free. I have never had a problem taking the shuttle. There has always been one waiting to leave every time I have tried to take it.
If you love the theatre and want to see national and international-​level performances, Popejoy is the place to go!

Went to see School of Rock on a field trip! Great show and always such nice people!!! They got us in and sat right away!!! Great place to see any kind of show!!!

Here for a showing of «How the Grinch Stole Christmas» the Broadway version. Popejoy Hall is probably the biggest theater in Albuquerque, and even New Mexico. The seating is comfortable, they are ADA compliant, plenty of restrooms and can move a lot of people through during intermission. They have a small snack bar that serves coffee, tea, brownies and other assorted snacks in the lobby, but no food or drinks are allowed in the theater itself and it seems to be randomly open. Parking is available in the garage nearby, or you can take a bus from event parking lots near the stadium. Overall a great place for a broadway show with plenty of dining options on Central Ave. nearby (Route 66). Accoustics are great and there really aren’t any bad seats in the house.

Off to see Wicked! No pics allowed.
Popejoy Hall was lovely. I loved the courtyard area that lead from the parking area to the theatre. The street performers helped to create the ambiance for the evening.
The Programs were excellent. Wicked was amazing. The seating very comfortable. We’re thinking of buying season tickets.

A really great venue. Pretty much every seat is a good seat at Popejoy Hall. Wish the parking structure was a little better, but I know that parking was an afterthought as they grew.

lion king wicked were both very nice!
lots of parking close to the showroom. seats were clean and nicely spaced.
I got a discount at the copper grill after the show just by showing the server out ticket stubs.

This year I saw The Lion King and Spamalot at Popejoy Hall. I always go in holding my breath because I expect all these sold out performances to be packed and it to be packed… Its never met that expectation! It can hold all the people it seats easily. They have a great little snack bar. Its very classy. I enjoy it every time. I’ve sat in the balcony and the second row, not one bad seat in the house. Great acoustics. Its worth seeing these high dollar shows in this theatre. You won’t be disappointed with the venue.

It’s really nice that Albuquerque has a place like Popejoy. It attracts traveling Broadway shows, and injects some culture into our fair city. I like it. Also, it’s great that this little gem is housed on the UNM campus. It provides a real resource for aspiring actors and those who want to be associated with theatre in other capacities (grips, musicians, etc.).
The seating from the mezzanine is pretty nice. In fact, it’s a smaller theatre, so none of the seats are really bad.
One of the other great things about Popejoy is access to parking. There’s free parking on the UNM campus, but make sure you get there early enough. There’s also the garage, so you have that option.

I have been going to shows at Popejoy Hall since I was a child. The Popejoy Ovation series brings ABQ Broadway-​quality shows year after year. The best part is that they make the shows affordable. Popejoy is also dedicated to bring arts to the community and are usually holding a raffle to benefit a great cause. The venue is great and there is not a bad seat in the house. My favorite place to site is in the mezzanine due to the ability to visually take in all the sights on stage. Sitting on the second story also seems to have premium acoustical hotspots.
Addition (July 2015): I wanted to add that while the venue and the shows that come through are quality, this year, there was a major dip in the process of securing season tickets. I know there were a lot of problems that myself and others faced when trying to get a better subscription.

Nutcracker for the holidays. I love it. It’s the best place to see the live version and you can always go to The Frontier for dessert.

What a great time I had here! I went in early June to watch Les Miserables Broadway show and I absolutely loved the experience. The venue is great and parking was available for $ 7. The theater is elegantly lit and the staff is very courteous. The consignment food and gift shop are as nice.
This place has nothing to envy of a big city performing arts theater. Everything you need to have a glamorous experience is there and to make things even better, people are used to dressing nice and formally to attend every performance (no dress code is enforced though).

We eagerly awaited the Emmylou Harris concert in late June 2011 and when it began, I stood up next to my seat (which was on the aisle) because the amazing music inspired me to move. I was not blocking anything or anyone, nor was I moving to distraction. I was suddenly approached by an usher who hissed at me that I was blocking the aisle. His manner was intimidating and I felt bullied; he literally was in my face with a demeanor that left no doubt as to his lack of diplomacy. I can understand fire code, but his approach could have been so much more pleasant. All he had to do was treat me with respect, and it would have been a completely different experience. I inquired but was told I couldn’t even go to the very back of the room and stand there. I was informed that I could listen to the concert from the lobby if I wanted to stand up! By the time this usher was finished with me, I was shaking so hard that I had to leave. It was a distressing and emotional experience I never want to repeat, and I was devastated, as I had not heard this talented performer for almost three decades. My evening was ruined, and to add insult to injury, the venue informed me that the promoter, whom they later contacted at my request, refused to issue a refund of our concert fees. As veteran concert goers, we can only say that Popejoy Hall promoters have a lot to learn about how to treat their guests. Will NOT return.

Great seats, great shows… this is a wonderful venue! There is a parking garage next to it.