Tyra N.
Yelp
The community theatre for Reo Town family gives a real connection to the people around town. This space provides a hearth of art for us to gather at and be lifted with by the bevy of talent and creative sparks Lansing offers outside of academia.
Having seen The Robin Theatre develop I am amazed in incredulity at the joy found here. I wasn't expecting anything like this. As the entertained and entertainer I have felt at home each visit. There is no performance that has been excluded, there is no one genre or emotion you have. It is a home with many functions for its dwellers.
The bathrooms are large and accessible to all. The quaint entrance is deceiving. The Robin Theatre offers high ceilings, open halls, clean walls that respect art, original hardwood floors, dramatic drapes, a cute office box, and lights made for drama.
The esthetic is clean and classic theater with a moderate amount of drama. The sound system takes a 5 minute training session but the savvy can find their groove easily. Music and vocal performance are complimented by the walls. I've performed poetry, prose and stage play with and without mic with great ease. The sound quality makes it a great experience for all.
Seating is arranged how the hosts like and offers a maximum of 100 but that could be adjusted standing. The house chairs are not for optimal comfort but are well suited for 2 hours of entertainment. Theater style seating isn't quite possible. A packed house with standing room is stuffy and can require the front door to be propped open. The ceiling fans are helpful but summer heat will require AC. When it comes to crowded music shows the space could stand some better ventilation.
My one critique is the refreshments or lack there of. There's not space for a bar and it would distract from the performances, Im sure, but I would enjoy a glass of wine with any experience I have here. Maybe a vendor comes on special evenings, something other than a dry house.
Gina and Dylan love the life The Robin Theatre gives to Reo Town and they are accommodating to all who enter the space.