dimanche 15 septembre 2013

Seattle Concert Venues to Visit

By Helen Georgette


Like many other big metroplitan cities, there's no lack of entertainment in Seattle.One of the best things about the city includes the opportunity to catch a live concert. Concert places in Seattle include absolutely everything from tiny clubs to huge arenas. Facilities around the city of Seattle host a selection of musical entertainment for audiences of all age groupings. Whether guests want to see modern, country or classical performances, Seattle concert venues feature nightly shows.

The Triple Door

The Triple Door is among the concert venues in Seattle that sometimes attracts crowds of any age, but usually has entertainment that appeals to audiences aged between 20 and 40. Huge name entertainers on occasion showcase their talent, but the location is essentially renowned for hosting local up-and-coming bands. Ticket costs range from $12 to $50, and are dependent on the exact act performing. The facility has a standing room capacity of 425 and seating capacity of 500. Booths and freestanding tables comprise staggered rows of seating beginning at the front of the stage, traveling toward the back of the building, and along the sides. A bar serves alcoholic and nonalcoholic cocktails and a kitchen prepares Asian inspired multi-course meals.

Benaroya Hall

Seattle concert venues include this large facility, located in the heart of the city, and spans a whole city block. The establishment features two performance halls, which largely host classical and jazz artists, with occasional celebrity virtuosos. Show tickets begin about $40, climb upward and vary according to particular shows and desired seats. The facility seats 2,500 and floor seating starts in front of the orchestra pit, continuing to the back of each hall. The theater also features mezzanine seating, on three levels that form a U-shape around the edges of the hall. The facility features two lobby bars and a coffee/dessert island, provided by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck. Refreshments are served at least an hour performances and continue serving through intermission. The facility also provides on site security 24/7.

The Paramount Theater

The theater offers one of the most high-profile and history rich concert locations in Seattle. The Paramount Theatre offers entertainment for audiences of every age. The facility frequently hosts celebrity entertainment ranging from up to date pop artists to country and jazz performers. The venue also hosts musicals and stand-up comics. Dependent on the particular entertainer, band or guest, tickets range all the way from $50 for mezzanine seats to over $350 for central floor seats. The facility seats 2,800 folk and contains wall to wall floor seating plus three levels of mezzanine seats, found on the back wall of the hall. A concession stand offers theme related light meals, alcoholic cocktails and beverages.

The Key Arena

The arena frequently hosts sports events, but also features a selection of country and rock concerts. The facility has a capacity of 17,000 and seating configurations alter with the sort of show presented. The location has general admission, first and 2nd level seating, with tickets from $25 to over $300, dependent on the musical event. As with any other large sports facilities, the Key Arena offers a range of concessions that retail everything from alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks to mementos. The facility in addition provides onsite emergency medical help from trained personnel, housed in the first aid area.




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