Popejoy Hall

5/8/18...My first time there. I was there to see Les Miserables. The foyer is lovely as is the lounge area. The concession was overstocked with sweets. The volunteer ushers were warm and friendly. However, the seating was tight and cramped in the auditorium. I was surprised this was considered a good venue for anything musical. The acoustics are horrible. It diminished the quality of the musical. They evidently didn't follow through with their no photo policy as I saw people taking video and/or photos. Having the intermittent light from phones was disruptive. I was very disappointed. I'm glad that they are able to bring various types of performing arts to Albuquerque. However, considering what they charge for price per ticket, you would expect a better experience.
2 8 years ago (09-05-2018)

I have seen some good shows here but seems like their sound system needs some work. Recently, I went to see chorus line and throughout the whole show there was crackling. When I pay $150 for a ticket I expect nothing but the best.
3 8 years ago (04-04-2018)

Le Miserables. Graduation weekend. Parking nightmare. Crowded everywhere. Poor canteen and restroom accomodations. Orchestra seats. No rising,, so couldn't see over the people in front of us. Absolutely atrocious acoustics. Like wearing ear muffs. Never again.
2 8 years ago (14-05-2018)

This facility leaves much to be desired. They have no conception of how to get the traffic in and out of the facility. You will take your life in your hands trying to drive to, park and then leave to go home. It took up over 1 hour to get into the parking structure from Central in front of the facility! The venue itself is not that good. Seats are not comfortable with little leg room and the sound quality of the performances poor because little thought went into sound control. It reminds me of a high school auditorium. I have seen many performances in plenty of places, this was without a doubt the worse. Add insult to injury with the issues trying to get into the facility and it makes for a lousy evening. I would never go back again, even if the performance was free! If nothing else and if anyone from the venue reads this hire the Albuquerque Police Department for traffic control because you guys don't have a clue!
1 9 years ago (17-01-2018)

Always have quality entertainment & a great parking setup with shuttle buses. Seating is arranged so views of stage is good. Almost ALWAYS overpriced for the seats that are farther from the stage.....really have to pick your shows carefully if you are on a budget.
4 9 years ago (12-02-2018)