Globe Theatre Reviews Summary

Sound and Acoustics

Pros:

• "The sound in the Globe is brilliant, giving it a fantastic atmosphere."
• "The acoustics are amazing - I went to see Queens of the Stone Age who were very loud but the clarity was still there."
• "Sound and lighting here is excellent."
• "Sound quality is very good for a venue of this size."
• "The acoustics for sound are excellent."
• "Good sound system and interior decor refurbished to a pleasing and high standard."
• "Sound was great and the newly refurbished venue had comfortable, roomy and modern seating."
• "The acoustics and lighting, will definitely go again."

Cons:

• "Paul Smith was ok but sound quality of the mike was appalling."
• "The seats at the back are both too narrow, with not nearly enough legroom for 90 minutes."

Seating and Comfort

Pros:

• "Seats are laid out for people to have a good view."
• "Seating was comfortable and plenty of leg room."
• "Seats are comfortable and there's plenty of leg room."
• "The newly refurbished venue had comfortable, roomy and modern seating which is very unusual for a beautiful old theatre."
• "This is a nice venue. There is plenty of legroom which makes a nice change to some theatres."
• "Seats are comfortable, with decent legroom."
• "Lovely venue, only ground and circle seats meaning the view from everywhere is clear and not limited."
• "Spacious seats with leg room."

Cons:

• "A bit more leg room would be appreciated, but you cannot have everything!"
• "Seats were comfy but legroom was limited for me."
• "Balcony seats leg room is not good if your tall or suffer from hip issues."
• "The seating room upstairs is a little tight so if you are of a bigger build you may struggle a little."
• "Seats are narrow, not designed for the curvier person."
• "Seats are very squished and couldn't always see over the man in fronts head."
• "Good sound system and interior decor refurbished to a pleasing and high standard but the seating comfort is terrible."
• "The only thing I could question was queuing outside in the bad weather. I'm in a wheelchair and asked to be let in as I was very cold."

Facilities and Amenities

Pros:

• "The bars were modern, toilets clean, and it had an amazing energy about it."
• "The 1935 art deco bar is nice and not so over crowded like the bigger bar on the ground level."
• "A really nice venue (our Christmas party was held at The Link). Very friendly staff and everywhere was very clean and tidy."
• "The theatre is beautifully decorated in its original art deco style."
• "Clean toilet facilities also disabled on both levels."
• "A beautifully restored theatre, all seats having good views (no restricted viewing like some theatres), helpful, friendly staff."
• "The place is beautiful, the facilities were top notch and the show we saw (Adam Kay) was unbelievably funny!"
• "Beautiful renovations of your theatre and great Irish show."

Cons:

• "The only reason I dropped a star is because many were already drunk before entering the auditorium, and were constantly loud talking and drinking throughout the performance."
• "Claustrophobic feeling main seating area no leg space in seating rows looks smart but drinks are expensive."
• "Unfortunately, we had a fire alarm towards the end of the show we went to see. To say the staff weren't aware of the Fire Plan or what to do would be pretty much the truth."
• "Venue easy to get to, looked after by staff as soon as you enter, security are very vigilant. Performance of The Stylistics was awesome."
• "There is now a great range of shows being put on there so it's now a regular port of call for us."
• "I have never been to Stockton Globe Theater before, but I was astonished how beautiful this building is."
• "I am an access event user. I had excellent service from start to finish. The venue is great with a lift, toilet facilities the staff were so helpful when needed."

Staff and Service

Pros:

• "Most staff are nice. Some of the security at entrance time seemed a bit stressed though."
• "Venue easy to get to, looked after by staff as soon as you enter, security are very vigilant."
• "A really nice venue (our Christmas party was held at The Link). Very friendly staff and everywhere was very clean and tidy."
• "A beautifully restored theatre, all seats having good views (no restricted viewing like some theatres), helpful, friendly staff."
• "A great, theatre! Very modern with good disabled access. The lift was very slow but you got there in the end!!!"
• "We were at the Anton Du Beke show last night. Brilliant. But we would like say how amazing the security guards inside the hall itself were."
• "Great idea having drinks delivered to seats but the execution is painful. Leaving 2 girls to frantically run around finding people."
• "Was taken to the Globe as a early birthday treat from my wife... Good security on entering the globe. Staff very friendly."

Cons:

• "First time we have visited since it reopened and I was a little underwhelmed. Staff were all pleasant and helpful."
• "Unfortunately, we had a fire alarm towards the end of the show we went to see. We saw zero guidance from the staff on safe routes or given assistance."
• "Bag searched on arrival ( I thought for weapons etc which is good ) but no it was for food and drink."
• "The staff at the Globe were amazing. First visit there and they were all so very helpful. Front of house and security, thank you for making an amazing show even more memorable with your hospitality and friendliness."
• "Venue renovation is fabulous, waiting time at the bar was ridiculous even for preordered drinks."
• "Great place to take the kids had a smashing time with the grandkids (only thing is no signs when walking up and down the stairs do you keep to the left or right when going upstairs or downstairs we kept bumping into people)."