Author Topic: 2010-07-02 - Newport Music Hall - Columbus, OH (Read 15708 times)

Team Cool 4 · « **on:** April 19, 2010, 05:30:58 PM »

How's it going everyone?

I was wondering if anyone knew much about the Newport Music hall ? I was thinking about taking the drive out that way for the Off date for Dream Theater. I would be making a 7 hour drive. Is it a pretty intimate setting? I haven't had the chance to see Dream Theater play a smaller venue since back in 2005 . Do you think the show will sell out? Thanks for the info everyone!

TTTSTA · « **Reply #1 on:** April 21, 2010, 12:41:22 PM »

My girlfriend told me it holds about 1000 people, small but not THAT small, they aren't playing a club or anything.

Also check this out,

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newport_Music_Hall

zmazar · « **Reply #2 on:** April 24, 2010, 08:33:37 AM »

Nabbed my tickets, and I'm PUMPED about this show! Going to be cool to finally see DT headline again

ddtonfire · « **Reply #3 on:** April 24, 2010, 05:21:34 PM »

Just got my ticket. Expect me to be in the front of the line and then in front of petrucci.

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #4 on:** April 25, 2010, 12:05:19 AM »

I also got my tickets. My band has played at the Newport and it's pretty big for local bands, etc to play. National Acts on the other hand (especially with Mike's kit) will probably make the stage look a little cramped.
For the people that saw them at The LC in May of 2008, the Newport is a little over half the size of The LC in terms of capacity.

zmazar · « **Reply #5 on:** April 25, 2010, 02:08:20 PM »

My first concert with DT was at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park. The capacity was roughly 1200 I think. I'm under the impression that Newport is pretty much the same.

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #6 on:** April 25, 2010, 05:29:01 PM »

Quote from: zmazar on April 25, 2010, 02:08:20 PM

My first concert with DT was at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park. The capacity was roughly 1200 I think. I'm under the impression that Newport is pretty much the same.

You are right. It will be a rocking night though. The venue has excellent acoustics, etc.

ddtonfire · « **Reply #7 on:** April 25, 2010, 06:04:14 PM »

I can't decide if I want to rush for the stage or chill on the balcony.

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #8 on:** April 25, 2010, 07:07:42 PM »

Quote from: ddtonfire on April 25, 2010, 06:04:14 PM

I can't decide if I want to rush for the stage or chill on the balcony.

You raise a very good point.

ddtonfire · « **Reply #9 on:** April 25, 2010, 07:18:55 PM »

DTF should conquer the balcony. Members-exclusive

zmazar · « **Reply #10 on:** April 29, 2010, 03:36:59 PM »

Quote from: ddtonfire on April 25, 2010, 07:18:55 PM

DTF should conquer the balcony. Members-exclusive

Depends on what the balcony is like. If you get stuck near the back, you're SOL. Anyone ever been to this venue? Is the balcony worth rushing for?

ddtonfire · « **Reply #11 on:** April 29, 2010, 04:00:30 PM »

Balcony wraps around to the stage. If you can get the sides near the stage, it's pretty nice.

Shadow2222 · « **Reply #12 on:** April 30, 2010, 08:00:34 AM »

Where would the show sound better and look (have a better view/angle) better?

On the balcony or right up near the stage?

MetropolisxPt1 · « **Reply #13 on:** June 13, 2010, 10:21:15 PM »

I can go if my parents go to a Grateful Dead concert the same night. If not they wont let me drive down.

Nathan Explosion · « **Reply #14 on:** June 21, 2010, 09:46:31 PM »

Got my ticket, I'm really looking forward to my first Dream Theater concert, and I've never been to the Newport so I have no idea what to expect. As I understand it, General Admission means if you get there early, you have a better chance of being in the front most rows right?

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #15 on:** June 21, 2010, 09:58:55 PM »

I'm still waiting on my tickets. I believe I will be receiving them in the mail within 10 days of the show.

crazykrug · « **Reply #16 on:** June 23, 2010, 12:07:20 PM »

I will be there rocking the horns, probably rock the Symphony X or TSO shirt.

I am bringing 3 buddies (two of which don't even know we are going to a concert, it is a surprise).

None of them have seen DT so I expect them to be blown away.

Hoping someone tapes it so I can give tjhem an extra gift when we get back to Iowa.

Hardfive · « **Reply #17 on:** June 23, 2010, 02:47:20 PM »

Hi All,

Just a friendly piece of advice for those that are coming in from out of town. That night is the same night as Red, White and Boom which is arguably the largest event of the year in Columbus. Now Red, White and Boom is held downtown and the Newport is probably 3 - 4 miles from downtown but it's close enough to be affected by the 400,000 plus people that will be making their way downtown. The point is traffic that night is going to be a disaster..so plan accordingly. I live in Columbus and I plan on getting down there pretty early to avoid the traffic as much as possible. The highlight of R,W & B is the fireworks which don't start till dark (around 9:45 or so) but it's pretty much an all day affair in the city...

With that said I can't wait for the show!!!

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #18 on:** June 23, 2010, 05:32:20 PM »

Dammit, I completely forgot Red, White, and Boom was that day. I'm now going to be leaving for the Newport several hours earlier than I wanted to.

Nathan Explosion · « **Reply #19 on:** June 23, 2010, 05:58:08 PM »

In that case they should choreograph the fireworks to the dance of eternity in honor of them being in town.

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #20 on:** June 23, 2010, 06:20:22 PM »

Yes, they should.

Shadow2222 · « **Reply #21 on:** June 25, 2010, 08:49:40 AM »

How bad will the traffic be if I try to get out of Columbus as soon as the concert is over? Obviously I will have to deal with other concert-goers, but will there likely be a big influx of people from the Red, White, and BOOM thing be leaving?

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #22 on:** June 26, 2010, 11:21:53 PM »

I plan on arriving around 4 or 5 in Columbus to at least get good parking. I don't really care for a good standing spot in the venue. You can definitely expect traffic to be hell when you are leaving after the show. The concert and Red, White, and BOOM will be ending around the same time. Plan to spend a few hours downtown.

Plasmastrike · « **Reply #23 on:** June 27, 2010, 11:00:39 PM »

Quote from: ResultsMayVary on June 26, 2010, 11:21:53 PM

I plan on arriving around 4 or 5 in Columbus to at least get good parking. I don't really care for a good standing spot in the venue. You can definitely expect traffic to be hell when you are leaving after the show. The concert and Red, White, and BOOM will be ending around the same time. Plan to spend a few hours downtown.

Jesus..

Drakkhim · « **Reply #24 on:** June 29, 2010, 01:21:18 PM »

Never been to the Newport before. Can anyone recommend a good place to park that is nearby the venue?

Hardfive · « **Reply #25 on:** June 29, 2010, 02:03:07 PM »

Regarding parking there is at least one garage just south of the Newport in the "South Campus Gateway District". There also are several parking garages on the other side of high street near the Newport that are Ohio State University garages but I believe you can park in them on Friday nights and weekends.

Also if you are from out of town and get down there early there are several restaurants in this South Campus gateway district which is just a few blocks south of the Newport on High street.

I'll probably he heading down to Eddie George's "27" grill which is one of the restaurants in the Gateway district..

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #26 on:** June 30, 2010, 12:07:37 AM »

They are several (at least 8 or 9) parking garages or parking lots that are around the Front St area. I saw a concert at The Basement last night and was able to park right behind Nationwide Arena. I expect these lots to be full of Red, White, and BOOM go-ers but it is within walking distance of the Newport. The distance is only a few blocks (10 at the most).
Once again to all that is going, plan to arrive very early. The earlier you arrive, the better parking and spot in line that you can get.
Also, the show is in 3 days!

ResultsMayVary · « **Reply #27 on:** July 01, 2010, 08:34:59 AM »

The show is tomorrow. Who is all going?

I'll be there early before doors open for sure.

ddtonfire · « **Reply #28 on:** July 01, 2010, 01:56:24 PM »

*raises hand*

Hardfive · « **Reply #29 on:** July 02, 2010, 06:38:01 AM »

I'll be there

Nathan Explosion · « **Reply #30 on:** July 02, 2010, 07:14:42 AM »

So if Beatallica is an opener band do they start between 7 and 8 or are they going to eat up some of DT's time by playing after 8?

The dispatch wrote an article about them.

https://www.dispatch.com/live/content/weekender/stories/2010/07/01/progressive-metal-band-rocks-toward-new-sound.html?sid=101

Drakkhim · « **Reply #31 on:** July 02, 2010, 07:41:35 AM »

If you see a big, tall dude with a black DT hat and a screened on, lame Bon Scott t-shirt, that would be me.

Never seen DT as a headliner. My wife, buddy and I are so pumped up. You better play, "Lie," Mikey!

boogity · « **Reply #32 on:** July 02, 2010, 08:01:04 AM »

I'm going!

I just need to decide how early to get there.

Drakkhim · « **Reply #33 on:** July 02, 2010, 08:06:09 AM »

We're an hour and 45 mins or so away from the venue, coming from I-77N to I-70W. I'm a country bumpkin and loathe driving in the big city (Cbus is big to me anyway). Just hoping to find a parking space.

TTTSTA · « **Reply #34 on:** July 02, 2010, 09:15:41 AM »

I'm drivin in from Detroit! Hoping to get into Columbus around 4, is that early enough quagmire??? HAHA! Hoping to catch a glimpse of the band and maube get a autograph, from what i hear this is an easy place to meet the bands!?

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News: Video of online chat between fans and members of Dream Theater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx8cLlXnHpA&feature=youtu.be (*no chickens were harmed during the filming of this chat)

Author Topic: 2010-07-02 - Newport Music Hall - Columbus, OH (Read 15708 times)