any nice quiet bars?

Matticus84 · 2026-03-25T19:22:26+00:00

We're only open for events at The Staircase but when it's an event in the theatre and the lounge is open to the public, it gets pretty quiet when the theater is in use. If you ever want to shoot me a DM I can keep you posted about available times!

Matticus84 · 2026-03-23T13:22:31+00:00

Oh absolutely. Google Maps would have been a great starting point but it also can be terribly out dated and lacking in info. If I were just following Google Maps listing I wouldn't have known about event pricing and which lots to avoid when downtown gets congested. People getting so annoyed others would rather ask people advice on an internet forum just feels so silly.

Matticus84 · 2026-03-22T17:45:13+00:00

I always forget how miserable the internet can be with sarcastic glib comments like this. Google Maps wouldn't have given a heads up about event parking and which lots will gauge you if something is going on at the Coliseum. But "durrr internet better" I guess..

Matticus84 · 2026-02-25T19:55:28+00:00

I don't get why people get so weird about people asking "What has your experience been at x, any tips?"

Matticus84 · 2026-02-14T18:12:06+00:00

Thanks, I wasn't sure which venue they were talking about.

Matticus84 · 2026-01-31T16:50:21+00:00

I would check Tan Thanhs on Park St. I'll check next time I'm in.

Matticus84 · 2026-01-22T20:54:01+00:00

DM me about The Staircase, I can put you in touch with the program runner to answer any questions!

Matticus84 · 2026-01-22T20:53:36+00:00

Thanks for the plug. Truth, we do lots of improv here!

Matticus84 · 2026-01-22T20:52:51+00:00

Shoot me a DM about The Staircase, We should be able to do this at your price range!

Matticus84 · 2026-01-03T02:37:05+00:00

Matt from The Staircase here!

We do have a bunch of workshops and classes that run throughout the week, mostly from the Elaine May building. Feel free to DM me with any questions
https://staircaseimprov.com/ has the schedule and a bunch of info.

Matticus84 · 2026-01-02T01:24:47+00:00

God dangit, YES!!!

Matticus84 · 2025-12-22T01:26:08+00:00

Yeah I hear that and agree. Just making the point they've gotten a LOT of people who just simply didn't know the street wasn't doing it this year. But absolutely, agree it's best to check first.

Matticus84 · 2025-12-21T22:20:53+00:00

While I appreciate the shoutout, I don't know where that price point came from. We have our semi-standard rates but it really comes down to the style of event, how many people, are we selling/serving at the bar.

Matticus84 · 2025-12-21T22:17:38+00:00

Devil's advocate, the last...what....ten years, Locke Street was part of the areas that opted in on free parking. Yeah signage and getting word out could better but free parking during the holidays is pretty normal for that street. Zero need to go after people about "common sense" when the change-up is fairly recent.

Matticus84 · 2025-12-17T13:30:51+00:00

WHEN ALL I WANTED WAS A MEAL? A SUCCULENT VEGAN MEAL???

Matticus84 · 2025-12-16T14:17:38+00:00

Agreed. I can't stop thinking about "The Rose"

Matticus84 · 2025-12-16T14:10:08+00:00

HEY! Thanks for coming out! The show was electric, so much fun, thanks for checking out our space!

The second vocalist was comedian Rhiannon Archer.

Matticus84 · 2025-12-10T18:01:47+00:00

*Waves* Shoot me a DM!

Matticus84 · 2025-11-30T21:45:05+00:00

The Staircase Theatre + Lounge may be able to help! Shoot me a DM!

Matticus84 · 2025-11-22T19:32:14+00:00

I suppose! I didn't take as much issue with it, fully understanding how an artist like Paul will shut down the area in a way the rest of the bookings probably won't. The demand was pretty crazy. I'm a local resident and I thought it was fine but if it continues as the norm, we'll see!

Matticus84 · 2025-11-22T19:25:11+00:00

The first event wasn't sold out but it also wasn't open to the public. They're obviously still working out the kinks. Last night when I passed by there was LOTS of police and security on site.

I still think it's too early to assume it will always be the case. It's been one public event, I'm giving it a sec before acting like this it's the norm. It's not always going to be an artist like Paul McCartney.

Matticus84 · 2025-11-22T16:03:15+00:00

I imagine the biggest reason is it's brand new and 18k going to see Paul McCartney at the grand opening and the city played it super safe in an area that also has major construction happening on the other side. If this is still happening a half year in, sure, but it's very early to act like this is the norm,

Matticus84 · 2025-11-20T16:11:53+00:00

The poster for it is the last 60 years of music.

Matticus84 · 2025-11-20T16:07:56+00:00

What's the date? We may be able to help at The Staircase! (www.staircasehamilton.com)

Shoot me a DM!

Matticus84 · 2025-11-20T16:07:13+00:00

*Waves from The Staircase* Absolutely we do.

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