Brooklyn Academy of Music Review

Went for a movie. Theater itself was really clean. Just wish they would first in first out their popcorn. Fresh popcorn gets dumped on top of popcorn that's been sitting there. You might get lucky to get the fresh popcorn but you also might get the popcorn from the bottom. I was unlucky

Always a pleasure to attend a performance at this special venue. Really anchors the entire cultural neighborhood. The Opera House has wonderful sight lines.

I love BAM. On this particular visit, I saw a live recording of the podcast How Did This Get Made? It was fantastic, in no small part because BAM is a wonderful venue.

BAM has excellent concerts and all types of musical genres are celebrated. We saw a jazz show a couple weeks ago and the acoustics were awesome. Cant wait to go back!

Beautiful Beaux Arts building inside and out, one of the grandest theater venues in the city.

You can see almost anything here, from current films to classical operas. I've also seen modern dance recitals, live jazz and folk music, TEDx Talks, ballets, film festivals, and more! It's truly the heart of Brooklyn's performing and contemporary arts scene.

The BAM is nostalgic in itself, but watching the 30th anniversary of the release of Spike Lee s 1989 masterpiece, Do the Right Thing in this iconic building on a hot summer day together with the locals from Brooklyn was an experience in itself. Great atmosphere thanks to the people and the building.

The Performing Art Mecca in Brooklyn, Dance Africa and Other Arts presented in a setting of Art Deco Opulence.

African Festival always fun to see what's being sold.. Less food vendors. Food vending area cramped.

Great theater- accustics we're great. Saw the love taping of a podcast and could easily hear and understand the performers

Their have class for my two years old baby. I love it.

Beautiful structure, and then for Madonna's concert it was perfect. The acoustics are also excellent and the interiors are well laid out. The choice of elements is also good, a classic and industry mix.

The auditorium is kinda small, but it's got a cool local theater vibe going on.

The concession stand, begs you to bring your own snacks.

Wheelchair accessible! Ask for assistance to use the elevator.

It's always a good time at BAM. I love Dance Africa and getting around the people of the diaspora.

BAM is a Brooklyn institution and shows many movies, operas, plays, and other programs throughout the year

Beautiful building. They show smaller/art/foreign/indie films and documentaries in addition to select wide release movies (Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood) , and occassionally bring back recent and older classics (Memento, Invasion of the Body Snatchers). They also have focused themes and retrospectives (eg, John Singleton). All around excellent theater. If you're in this area regularly I recommend getting the membership!

Nice place, not many people go to the movies, so of you prefer watching a movie with in a calm environment ( other movie theaters have people walking in the middle of movies and talking out loud) this place is recommended. Also they offer student discounts.

I love this building. BAM rose cinema is amazing and the larger theater at BAM is incredibly beautiful. The events and plays are always just as great.

Great place with a classy feel to it. Only went there once but it was a great experience.

I love going to the movies here. Student and member discounts. Great popcorn.

Went for the movie theater, beautiful old building with apparently quite a bit going on inside

Beautiful place to take a break, and enjoy the architecture

It's a beautiful building. I went there for the MLK day celebrations. I'm now interested in going to a show here after seeing the premises

Came here to watch a film, it's a really beautiful space. It was actually cheaper than going to AMC Kip's Bay and generally a better experience as the theatre was less crowded.

Didn't know they have a movie theater. You get to see movies not showing in the usual big cinema chains.

They include senior citizens in their scheduled programming, I try to attend most events which are a lot of fun like a meet and greet. Keep up the good work BAM !!

This theater has a retro seating it takes me back to the 90's I love this theater always have a mature crowd everytime we go their.

Always something great here!!!
Live performances
Theater
Films too
Check online for most current shows

The best movie theater in Brooklyn. I love that they also show old movies

I love coming here. This such a wonderful addition to Brooklyn. I don't think I'll ever get tired of seeing movies here or catching a bite/drink.

Always a pleasure to see a film at BAM. Nice combination of first run films and significant independent & documentary films.

Theater 3 is the nicest. I specifically like the BAM as a movie theater though I also go for the "Next Wave" shows.

This is the home for adventurous artists audiences and ideas.

Great event looking forward to next year. The vendors were phenomenal. Everyone was so friendly and kind it was as if I was in another country with all of the different types of clothing and accessories to purchase. I have to say this one product stood out and it's called the loc Soc it's a new way to tie up dreadlocks and I saw alot of people sporting this new look so I asked the owner ray. He told me he has been in business for a tears and he just keeps getting more and more exposure through venues like today
I was impressed Keep up the great work and all vendors see you back in Brooklyn next year

i was a member for a couple years and it was worth it. they have great events and overall interesting programming.

Old school movie complex. Art movies, foreign movies, independent movies, critically acclimated movies and sometimes blockbusters. If you are not good with stairs call beforehand to see what theater your movie is in.

My boyfriend and I came to the Teknopolis with another couple and it was a great experience. The staff at BAM was very knowledgeable and courteous. This event even though enjoyable, was more something that would ve been something for teenagers or kids around 8yrs old.

One of the cultural gems of New York City, not just Brooklyn. We are longtime members, and go for music, theater, and movies. Few places offer the variety of high-quality arts programming that BAM does.

Saw the Grace Jones documentary here it was a little pricey at $15 for a matinee but it's going to a great cause so I didn't mind. Nice seating and the screen was just fine, great sound. As with most theaters don't bother with concessions they're overpriced. The butter for the popcorn is made from soybean oil in case anyone's wondering.

BAM encompasses several venues, all of which are comfortable and handsome, that show a variety of performing arts. If you want to see innovation in the performing arts, especially in Brooklyn, this is the place to see it. It is also on several subway lines and the Long Island Railroad.

Great local theatre that runs a lot of independent film.

Dance Africa was simply superb this year.! Don't miss it next year. Unfortunately it poured on the street fair.

Great theater, wonderful facilities & centrally located.

Beautiful theatre. I went for the first time to see Madonna. it was amazing experience

it's a little worn down. the seats are small but I suppose that's part of the charm. I saw Madonna's Madame X tour and it was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!!

Offers a wide range of cultural events..the biggest of its live productions is DANCEAFRICA. ..always wonderful. But the real estate selloff of that area has severely cut into space for its African marketplace and parking for this and other BAM events.

Very internment setting kid friendly and priced affordable.

Dance Africa. I go every year. The show is always different and inspiring. Marketplace has all different cultural foods and items to buy

The culture, the art, the shows, the vybz, the love. . Very nice place to be @.. BAM

Seeing DanceAfricas a wonderful experience, even though i saw 2 exes there!! If youve never been youve got to experience it, and all the vendors there!! Its our official Summer kick off!!

Obviously it's a beautiful arts landmark... Saw/heard a spectacular performance - Les Arts Florissants - which was inspired. The lack of the fifth star comes from some (not all) of the staff, particularly in the front lobby, who can be rude and pushy. I don't appreciate paying $125 for a ticket and then getting barked at and pushed around. Some training, folks, in good customer relations....

BAM is fabulous with a diverse array of programs ranging from film festivals to Opera to interactive tech installations. The Opera House is lovely, comfortable and the acustics and views are great even in the back row of the balcony.

The quality of the entertainment and the experience is first rate