Old Town School Of Folk Music

So very disappointed the last time my wife and I attempted to go to a show(James McMurtry) this past April 22nd. Love the venue, sadly when we showed up after driving in from NW Indiana we were told that "The Artist Has Requested Proof Of Vaccination From All Attendees". OK, disappointed since my wife is not vaccinated, she spoke at length with a gentleman inside the venue in an office just off the foyer where she was assured that if we called we would get refunded for her ticket.

Certainly not an ideal nigh out with my wife but knowing how long I had planned for this night and what a big fan of McMurtry I was she decided to hang out a few doors down at a pub an wait for me to watch at least some of the show. April 22nd was a Friday, when I call the following week, Wednesday I believe I spoke with the "Director Of Customer Service" Erin English. Ms.

English told me that after "Asking Everyone" that i could not have possibly been told that I would get a refund. I attempted to follow up via e-mail and she ("Director Of Customer Service") refused to even reply. Great Venue Horrible customer service. Bob Kerr

This place should be recognized for its excellent attention and intention. Every Wednesday they have shows for which you pay a donation of at least $10, but it's totally worth it! They sell alcoholic beverages and snacks. The place is big, comfortable seats and everything very clean.

Always a fun and top quality time. Said to be the Carnegie Hall of folk music. Believe it!

Recently went to a 4 PM Saturday show with my wife and sat in the upper corner of the balcony. In our section were at least 4 children under the age of 5, and 2 under the age of 2. All during the performance they were talking to their parents and vice versa, and going to the bathroom multiple times. I sent a comment to customer service, Erin English, who responded that all shows have no age limit.

I told her that I thought that policy was irresponsible as any number of parents are going to purchase a ticket for a child rather than pay a babysitter. She told me that I could always check with the box office. Check what? Like they have a place where they put children and can tell you? She didn't respond to that. I am not looking to spend $50 to $200 for tickets to have regular interruptions. Buyer beware.

Saw Alash here last night and it was the best live performance I've ever seen in my life and well worth traveling over 6 hours one way to see them! That being said I'm only reviewing to say that the two ladies that clapped loudly and screamed when everyone else was dead silent aside from singing softly (very respectful, good job other 147 people!) practically ruined my night.

Who screams "hell yeah!" three times a song when there's one performer doing quiet vocals, during a traditional asian performance especially? I would love if ushers/security would please say something in the future, and that's my only suggestion to OTSoFM.

Great classes! Instructors are attentive and knowledgeable. The most fun way to learn to play.

Went Sunday night to see Molly Tuttle who was great - along with her bassist and drummer. Supposedly first live performance there since March, 2020. Although masks were required and vaccination cards + ID were checked, many folks near me in the balcony had removed their masks. Also it was quiet warm and humid which meant the HVAC was not working. Old Town is great, but with the surge of the Delta Variant, they must do better to protect the health of everyone if they intend to continue with live performance indoors.

Very nice selection of banjos and mandolins. Decent mixture of luthiers/brands to try and friendly staff made the trip a pleasant experience.

They book the best acts, charge reasonable amounts for tix and plenty of parking and restaurants nearby. Great acoustics too.

I love this place! I wish I'd known of it when I was in grad school I would have come down more regularly. The concerts are intimate, brilliantly curated and moving. The space is a historic throwback and so awesome to have preserved. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Put their calendar on your regularly bookmarked pages and take a chance on a musician you may not even know. It's a great way to learn and be entertained. Reasonably priced snacks and drinks from their small cafe stand help keep you satiated too.

I just discovered this place through my girlfriend, this past year. We like to go on Wednesday nights for the music concerts from around the world. I love the international music that is introduced here... Thank you for providing this great venue!

Absolutely excellent place to see a concert! Such a small venue I can't imagine a bad seat in the house. And sooo affordable! We saw Bettye Lavette their last night. The show was sold out, so initially we had separated seats. The staff was so accommodating though. They told us to call the morning of the concert and we ended up with seats on the main floor, just 25 feet from the stage.

I was never a fan of these type of places, but was I wrong. My wife signed my 4 year old up for a drum class. Rhythm and hand-eye coordination... And I took him. It was fantastic. Really enjoyed the class as did my son. Lets teaching and more touching drums and banging and learning different rhythms.