Emarosa have spent twenty years turning from a screamo band into something closer to a pop act, and their live shows now carry both eras in the same set, which makes the crowd an unusual mix of ages. The Gramercy's converted-cinema shape puts the balcony almost on top of the stage. If you were in the scene in 2008 and want to know what happened next, this is the answer in person.
What to expect
An early door time with multiple support acts, so the night is long and the headline set lands well after arrival. The floor is standing and gets dense near the front, while the balcony offers a seated alternative. Expect a crowd that sings the older material loudest.
Good to know
- Take the 6 to 23rd Street or the N/R/W to 23rd Street; the theatre is mid-block on East 23rd.
- Doors are unusually early for a rock show because of the number of support acts.
- The balcony is the quieter option if you would rather not be on the floor.
- Ear protection is worth having; this is a loud room for its size.
- The Gramercy's floor is flat, so sightlines near the back are poor if you are short.
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Common questions
Are there opening acts?
Yes, the bill includes special guests, which is why doors and the start time are early.
Is the show seated?
The main floor is standing; the balcony has fixed seating.
What does Emarosa sound like now?
They started in post-hardcore and have moved toward synth-driven alternative pop, and the live set covers both.
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