miXtape

We just saw mixtape and we loved it: we did not know really what it was about except that there would be 80’s music.
The cast is great, the music is so much fun (and I am more of a 90’s girl: still got most of the references :-)) you just want to sing along!
The crew of the theatre is nice and friendly.
The theatre is also very nice and cozy: maybe bring a sweater because it was a little cool inside. All the seats are great.
I would recommend in a minute!

What a great production. The actors were upbeat, funny and very talented. There was not a story line but they presented the songs in a meaningful heartfelt way, If you grew up in the 80’s the songs are sure to bring back so many memories. I recommend it highly. Your review helps others learn about great local businesses.
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Didn’t know what to expect, because I had not asked around before going. We chose it because grandma offered to watch the kids that night, and I saw it in the Reader events section.
Growing up in the 80’s, this show was written to speak to me, and the rest of us who had good memories of that decade. The actors were engaging, the theatre is tiny (which is great), so there is no such thing as a bad seat. The makeshift bar in the lobby was great, and everyone that worked at the theatre was fun and upbeat.
This play only runs until mid-​November, so if you have not seen this, go now!

This show was OFF THE HOOK! Fun, fun, fun! Great cast, great music, awesome production. This is a MUST SEE! Absolutely loves it!

Very Cute Show! If you grew up in the 80’s as I did you will LOVE this show! Couldn’t stop watching all the performers they were fun and energetic; the costumes were spot on except for the Duran Duran outfits were not correct. The band that played off to the side was pretty amazing! Overall it was fun and worth the trip to downtown!

Growing up in the 80’s this show brought back so many memories. The theater is small and intimate so every seat is a good one. Front office and ushering staff were very friendly and tickets easy to purchase online, by phone or box off. Cast was outstanding. They have great range in both acting singing and dancing and kept our attention the whole time. Storyline was cute and the band was also very engaged. If you loved watching MTV and 80’s TV shows you will really enjoy this show!

Sure glad I came by and caught one of their last performances. Incredible energy and clever staging. I guess they came back after a break but then ?? Will they ever be back?!!
If they do reappear, you will get your money’s worth in entertainment value. I wanted to buy the terrific compilation of 80s music that is the foundation of this super song n dance fest. But no can do because of licensing restrictions making it impossible. If they return I will see it again.

A wonderful show!
Everyone over 35 should see it.
Cast did an amazing job.
I really hope they come to the Bay Area so that I can see it again & so that I can recommend it to everyone I know here :)

Awesome show!!! If you like the ’80’s, then this is for you!!!
The theater is small, so every seat is a good seat. The cast did a great job, the songs and ’80’s references were great! The band was awesome and played the great songs of this amazing decade wonderfully!
I was born in ’86 but I love everything ‘80s. For someone not fully aware or cognizant in the ‘80s, this was still awesome. There weren’t too many things I didnt know.
For an awesome night out, for something a little different, for a trip back in time, for a great show, ugh the list goes on and on! Im gonna stop ranting and just say that I HIGHLY recommend miXtape!

Great show! Loved everything about it!

This. Was. Awesome.
It’s been such a long time since I’ve seen a musical, and I definitely miss them a lot. Mixtape is one of the better musicals I have seen, if not the best. The cast of 8 are amazingly talented and sing so incredibly well!
Parking can be a pain in downtown, so if you want to save the hassle of circling around for a half hour or parking in an expensive ACE parking lot, there is a parking garage right across the theater that costs $ 10 if you tell them you are seeing Mixtape.
This musical features the music and culture of the 80s — sadly, I am too young and could not relate to half the references they were making (What’s Jazzercise?). Nevertheless, I had such a good time. The audience LOVED it. If you were around during the 80s, you will definitely enjoy this show.
Hurry up and go see this musical because it ends real soon! Their last show is on April 28^th.

Allow me to preface this review with this: I was born in 1990. When we were parking, the valet (btw, $ 10 parking in the structure across from the theatre if you say you’re here for Mixtape!) said that we don’t look like the crowd who usually sees it. As young-20’s white and asian people, we didn’t really know what that meant. Turns out we were much younger than almost everyone hahahaha.
This is a musical about the 80s. So… I missed some of the references. Who are the Thundercats? The question lingers.
Nonetheless, I LOVED this musical. It was written in SD and was set to run for one season, but is currently in it’s third because it is so popular!
The cast is ridiculously talented and clearly loves what they do. The show was super funny, the crowd loved it and responded well, and the people in the cast can SING.
I particularly loved how the band participated! They would come on to sing instead of just hiding in the back. LOVED IT! They made it into a great part of the story. AND they wore SUPER COOL WIGS. Please don’t tell me people wore those in the 80s. NASTY. But awesome. Both.
While overall this was a funny and very entertaining play that (I assume) was very reminiscent of all that was the 1980’s, but I really appreciate how they talked about not only the pop culture of movies, clothes, and music, but also the major historical events such as the Challenger accident and the AIDS outbreak.
There is a beautiful theme to the musical as well (OOHH MYSTERY! I’m not telling), and I would say that this is something you need to come to QUICK before it’s gone! I would easily watch this again, and would love to bring my parents or some older friends who would be able to reminisce with everyone else.

This show was Hilarious and so much Fun!
The Actors were all extremely Talented and Hilarious, I couldn’t stop
laughing out loud through most of the performance. I also give them extra kuddos for having such tolerance for the Audience singing out loud during most of the songs, I know at times I was annoyed and I am usually very chill.
I will say there were times I wished the songs were longer, but thought it was perfectly put together.
I was the youngest one at our show, I was born in 82, and spent the majority of the the 80’s in a different country, but understood most of the references, with the exception of a couple, and Loved every minute of it, so I strongly recommend it to everyone!
I am definitely going back and taking my husband with me :-)
*If you dress-​up you get a free Beverage, Including Beer and Wine!

This was super awesome ! I’ve been suggesting it to all my friends to catch it before the end of March when they end.
We even brought our 6 and 9 year old daugthers and they really enjoyed it.
If you grew up in the 80’s or at least like the music then you’ll have a good time.

If you grew up in the 80’s or simply LOVE the 80’s. then you’ll love this show because they definitely know how to take it back!
This off-​broadway show is detailed & well thought out from the music all the way down to their dance moves. My favorite part was dirty dancing, I screamed like a little girl & got to embarrass my husband for a bit when they sang/​acted a few parts from the movie.
Show is a little over 2 hours and its now their fourth year in a row. There’s a 15 minute break that falls around 8:30ish so you can stretch your legs or get a drink at the bar. It gets a little chili in the theater, so bring a jacket!

Came here with a Groupon special. It was absolutely a great deal. The theater itself is small so no matter where you sit, you’ll get a great view. We were lucky and got a seat right slap in the middle of the auditorium.
If you were a teenager during the 80s, this will bring back some great nostalgic moments. The music and the culture of that decade is featured with tons of humor, some sadness, but at the end of it all, you will walk out of there fully entertained with a huge smile on your face.
Featuring music from Journey, Duran Duran, and much much more. Even though I didn’t grow up here, 90% was familiar to me! I would totally revisit this again in the future and bring more people.

If you grew up in the 80’s then you must see MixTape.
The song selections and the story behind just brings you back to the good olé days.
I highly recommend everyone to see this show.

There’s a reason why this show keeps getting extended. I think it’s been around San Diego for easily 3 years now. Finally, finally got a chance to catch it and it was well worth the wait.
Entertaining from start to finish.
The cast and band were fantastic.
We got a great deal on Goldstar and had 3^rd row seats. That’s the way to go.
And yes, the’ve been extended once again through September 2012.
XOXO, Stay cool. Have a great summer!

My mom bought a Groupon for the show some time last year so it is WELL over the expiration date and the theater still honored her purchase! [+stars]
I was born in the 80s and feared I wouldn’t enjoy the show… I was wrong! Just got home and really glad I went. I enjoyed myself so much my cheeks are tired from smiling the whole time!
Of course you can pick out what performer is better than another, but over all a talented bunch. If you enjoy pop culture, the nostalgia of the 80s, music, and a genuine PG fun evening out, this could be the show for you!
What are you waiting for, round up your friends and reserve your seats!

Ahhhh memories!!!
If you grew up in the 80s (or just love the 80s) then this show is for you. This show references the 80s era — from cartoons, video games, TV shows, movies, musical groups/​singers/​bands and songs.
There were only 8 performers, 1 simple set, and multiple costume changes. Although the show wasn’t extravagant, it was perfect because all you needed were your 80’s memories.
I had the best time reminiscing on my childhood and recollecting the silly things I was into back in the day. From the mixtapes, teased hair, shoulder pads, NKOTB and Electric Youth perfume.
It was nostalgic…
GO​.SEE​.IT…
NOTE: The show has been extended thru Sept. Go online for deals on Thurs night shows. Running time approx 2 hours with one 15 min intermission.